Summer Camp: Better Than Takeout
Program Dates
June 14–18 · Monday–Friday
Morning 9 AM–12 PM (ages 9–12) or Afternoon 1–4 PM (teens 13–17)
Give your young cook the chance to recreate favorite restaurant foods and learn the techniques that make them even better from scratch.
Through the week, campers cook dishes inspired by restaurant and takeout favorites, from comforting classics to bold global flavors, and discover how chefs build flavor with fresh ingredients, good seasoning, and practical technique.
Classes are fully hands-on: campers cook complete dishes from start to finish while building knife skills, stovetop technique, an ear for seasoning, and teamwork. The goal is simple: they go home able to make the food they love, better.
Two Groups, One Theme
Each group runs as its own class, pitched to its age. Same theme, different depth.
- Morning · ages 9–12: familiar favorites made from scratch, with lots of guidance and tasting along the way. Each day ends with a lunch the group cooked together.
- Afternoon · teens 13–17: more dishes cooked more independently. Teens learn how sauces and seasoning really work, run more of the timing themselves, and finish each day with an early dinner they could make at home.
Curriculum Focus
- Reimagining favorite restaurant-style dishes
- How chefs build flavor with seasoning and sauces
- Knife skills and ingredient preparation
- Stovetop cooking techniques
- Balancing flavor and texture in everyday dishes
On the Menu
Menus are announced closer to camp.
Program Structure
Schedule: Monday–Friday · Morning 9 AM–12 PM (ages 9–12) or Afternoon 1–4 PM (teens 13–17)
Duration: Five consecutive days
Class Size: 8 students in the morning group, 9 in the afternoon group
Please Note
These are half-day camps, not all-day coverage. The camp is designed as one complete week-long experience, so it is best taken in full. The morning group cooks and eats lunch together; the afternoon group cooks an early dinner. Dietary considerations can often be accommodated if shared in advance.
Knowledge Required
Beginner-friendly. No prior cooking experience needed.
Suitable for
Ages 9–12 (morning group) · Teens 13–17 (afternoon group)
Camp sessions
Pick a wave — each runs the same lesson plan.
- Session 1Jun 14, 2027 · 9:00 AM
- Session 2Jun 15, 2027 · 9:00 AM
- Session 3Jun 16, 2027 · 9:00 AM
- Session 4Jun 17, 2027 · 9:00 AM
- Session 5Jun 18, 2027 · 9:00 AM
$625 / person
- Session 1Jun 14, 2027 · 1:00 PM
- Session 2Jun 15, 2027 · 1:00 PM
- Session 3Jun 16, 2027 · 1:00 PM
- Session 4Jun 17, 2027 · 1:00 PM
- Session 5Jun 18, 2027 · 1:00 PM
$650 / person
What guests are saying
“Honestly one of the best birthday experiences we’ve ever had. Marc and Sara were amazing teachers and the food was fantastic. Life Plus is perfect for adults, teens and older kids. We all had an excellent time. We will not hesitate coming back!”
Marc Morganvia Google“Had a wonderful experience with Brunch: Classics Reimagined! The instructions were clear and easy to follow, the preparation process was well thought out, and the menu was absolutely fantastic. Everything was organized beautifully, making the entire experience enjoyable and seamless. A special shoutout to Marc for being so helpful throughout the process. He guided us through every step, answered our questions, and made sure everything went smoothly. Really appreciate his support and attention to detail! Overall, a thoughtfully put-together experience with great food, great guidance, and a lovely menu. Highly recommend!”
Ruchi Hendrevia Google“We had such a great time in Chef Marc's class. He is so warm and friendly. Very professional. You can tell the moment you walk in. His space is so well clean and well laid out and you know you are going to have a great time no matter what class you take! I always thought making sushi was so hard but he made it so easy. I know that I can make it at home without question. The sign of a great teacher! We were able to sit with him while we ate what we made. It was like sitting at your friends house enjoying a good meal. My husband and I were the only 2 in the class. It was our anniversary so it was extra special that we had this one on one experience. I can't wait to take another class! Thank you Chef Marc for making our day so perfect!”
suzanne rigsbyvia Google“My middle schooler has done 3 months of the after school series and absolutely loves it. It's consistently been the highlight of his weeks. He started classes with very little kitchen experience beyond baking, and has gained a new level of confidence in the kitchen, gets to try new recipes, and leaves with new skills. Initially, I thought he would complete 1-2 classes before losing interest, but every month he begs for more. I am so impressed with how much fun gets packed into every class, while still following a structured plan. Middle schoolers are hard to impress, but these classes have surpassed my expectations and then some.”
Alyssa Ehingervia Google“My mom and I took this pastry making class for her birthday and had the best time! We made three different desserts, and everything tasted amazing. The class was intimate, with only about seven other people, which made the experience feel personal and gave us the opportunity to learn so much. It was such a fun activity to do together, and we would absolutely recommend it!”
Danielle Romerovia Google“Such a great experience and the class was wonderful for all three generations in our family! Great food, fun instructions, and Mark was very knowledgable. Definitely recommend and we plan to cone again!”