Dedicated to inspiring and developing the talent of a new generation of cooks, the International Culinary Center hosts a summer cooking camp for teens between the ages of 13 and 18. During the course of the experience, campers learn basic cooking techniques from International Culinary Center instructors.
No prior experience is necessary to participate in the New York-based program. Tuition covers the application fee, the chef’s uniform, a tool kit for cooking, and all books and supplies, as well as the family meal prepared by students on weekdays.
Over the duration of the weeklong camp, students learn knife safety, cutting techniques, and basic forms of cooking, from poaching and braising to baking and steaming. Students are also introduced to the art of fileting. Training takes place in the professional kitchens at the Soho campus in New York City. On each day, students focus on a different dishes such as soup, pasta, breakfast, meat, and risotto. Individuals can learn more about the experience, including how to apply, online at InternationalCulinaryCenter.com
In addition to the basic cooking camp, the school also offers a pastry camp and a culinary technology camp, both designed for teenagers interested in entering the culinary world.
