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Cook. Create. Celebrate: Kitchen Adventures for aspiring young chefs 

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Welcome to Adventure Camps’ Cooking Camp, where creativity, flavour, and fun come together in the kitchen. Designed for curious kids aged 8-13 years, this camp offers more than just recipes, it’s a hands-on culinary journey. Whether your child is trying to build confidence with cooking for the first time or wants to sharpen their kitchen skills, Cooking Camp serves up excitement, learning, and delicious results. 

What campers will learn

  • Essential kitchen skills: safe knife handling, measuring, timing, and cleaning up 
  • Recipe technique: baking, roasting, sautéing, mixing, and plating 
  • Exploring flavour: seasoning, herbs & spices, healthy ingredients, international tastes 
  • Dessert & baking basics: cakes, cookies, pastries, decorating 
  • Creativity in the mix: inventing recipes, customising meals, teamwork in cooking challenges 
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Day flow

1

Warm-up & hygiene briefing: wash hands, set out tools, safety first

2

Morning session: technique and recipe led by an instructor

3

Mid-morning snack break & kitchen clean-up

4

Second session: group cooking challenge or themed recipe (e.g. international cuisine / dessert / healthy meal)

5

Lunch & taste-testing: eating together what’s been prepared

6

Afternoon workshop: baking or dessert creation, plating presentation or decorating

7

Reflection & sharing: what worked, what surprised, what everyone loved

Benefits & outcomes

Children who attend Cooking Camp don’t just leave with new recipes, they gain:

Confidence:

mastering new skills, executing dishes from scratch

 

Life skills

planning, following instructions, cleanliness, safety

Teamwork & communication

cooking in pairs or groups, sharing tasks, cooperating

Creativity & curiosity

trying new ingredients, making mistakes and learning from them

Healthy habits

understanding nutrition, using fresh ingredients

What parents are saying

Parents trust us with their children, and here’s why they recommend us!

"My kids had a blast at camp! They made new friends and came home excited every day. We couldn't be happier with their experience!"
Emily JohnsonParent of Two, Local Community
"The staff were fantastic! They provided a safe environment, and my daughter learned so many new skills, from crafts to teamwork. Totally worth it!"
Michael AdamsFather of One, School Teacher
"I appreciate the flexibility in booking. It made it easy for us to plan family outings while ensuring our kids had an amazing adventure!"
Sarah ThompsonWorkshop Leader, Busy Mum
"Our kids are already asking when they can go back! This camp experience was unlike any other we’ve tried. Highly recommend!"
Lisa BrownCommunity Volunteer, Happy Parent
Create lasting memories

Give your child a summer filled with adventure and new friends!

  • Safe and fun environment for all ages
  • Flexible booking options tailored for you
  • Certified staff ensuring your child's safety
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