Italian Cuisine A.M. Camp July 15-19

ITALIAN CUISINE CAMP A.M. SESSION
Dates: July 15-19
Time: 9 AM – 12 PM

CAMP DESCRIPTION
In this camp, kids will learn to make a variety of Italian dishes ranging from appetizers, homemade pasta, entrees, and desserts. If Italian cuisine is not already one of their favorites, it will be after this week!

MENU
Day 1: Meatballs and Risotto
Jumbo Meatballs Filled with Mozzarella Cheese and Kid-made Marinara Sauce
Focaccia Topped with Fresh and Dried Herbs, Tomatoes, Red Peppers, and Onions
Parmesan Risotto – learn the art of making this classic beloved Italian dish.
Berry Tiramisu with Kid-made Lady Fingers – a twist on classic tiramisu made with fresh berries instead of coffee.
Day 2: Fettuccine Alfredo
Bruschetta – we’ll practice more knife skills as the kids break down the tomatoes and garlic and slice their bread.
Fettuccine Alfredo with Sautéed Shrimp and From-scratch Pasta Dough – see how easy and fun it is to use a pasta machine to make fettuccine!
Alfredo Sauce – this simple white cream sauce is delicious and versatile.
Lemon Ricotta Cake Dusted with Powdered Sugar
Day 3: Chicken Marsala
Garlic Knots – kids learn about yeast as they make the dough and shape their knots.
Chicken Marsala and Kid-made Marinara Sauce – dredged and seared chicken with a mushroom sauce
Italian Herb Roasted Broccoli – we’ll practice knife skills as the kids cut up the broccoli.
Italian Wedding Cookies with Sprinkles and Vanilla Glaze – learn about the creaming method used in many baked goods.
Day 4: Ravioli
Spinach and Cheese Ravioli in Kid-made Bolognese Sauce – learn to make filled pasta pockets
Chopped Italian Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette Dressing
Baked Zucchini Fries – kids cut the zucchini into strips, batter them and oven-bake these delicious veggies!
Vanilla Panna Cotta – a classic Italian custard that’s as easy as it is delicious.
Day 5: Pizza
From-scratch Pizza – kids make, shape, and bake pizza dough and top it with chef-made marinara and assorted toppings.
Caesar Salad with Croutons and Kid-made Italian Ranch Dressing
Arancini Balls – Kids shape the chef-made rice into balls and learn to properly fry using the 3 step method.
Rustic Caramel Apple Tart with Kid-Made Pie Dough and Kid-made Whipped Cream

ABOUT JAX COOKING STUDIO SUMMER CAMPS
JAX Cooking Studio Summer Camps are sure to be a highlight of your child’s summer! We teach kids basic culinary skills. They learn to work independently and in teams to cook the day’s recipes. Each week, we feature a different camp theme, so your child can choose the most interesting topic. At the end of each day, campers eat the recipes they prepared.

PRICING
$340 per child for five days of camp, 3 hours per day.

CURRICULUM
Depending upon the camp selected, you can expect your child to learn some or all of the following in our hands-on classes:
1. how to be safe in the kitchen, including hand and workspace sanitizing, proper food handling, including how to wash food; knife safety;
2. how to read and follow a recipe;
3. how to arrange the kitchen workplace so that all the items needed for the recipe are located and placed nearby (mise en place);
4. how to accurately measure ingredients using measuring cups, measuring spoons, and kitchen scales;
5. how to bake/roast, stew/braise, stir-fry, make sauces and soups;
6. the difference between whole and processed foods and how each affects health;
7. the importance of sustainability and eating what is in season;
8. how to reuse or repurpose ingredients already on hand; and
9. how to clean up the kitchen.

AGES
The series is appropriate for kids ages 7 and above. In order to ensure the maximum benefit for all children, your child must be capable of following directions and cooperating with others in the class.

CLASS SIZE LIMIT
Due to the level of individualized attention, we accept only 18 children per session.

CANCELATION POLICY
When you register your child for a spot in our cooking series, we reserve one of our 18 spots for your child. We purchase ingredients and schedule the appropriate number of staff to ensure that your child has a wonderful and educational experience. If you notify us at least 21 days before the first day of the camp, we will issue you a full refund less the credit card processing fees we encountered. If you provide at least 7 days’ notice before the camp, we will attempt to rebook your child’s spot. If we are successful, we will provide you with a credit valid for one year which you may use on future classes. If we are not able to rebook your child’s camp spot or if you provide less than 7 days’ notice, we regret that no refund or store credit will be issued. If you register for a camp but later wish to give that camp spot to another child, a $25 administrative processing fee will be assessed.

SUMMER CAMP POLICIES AND WAIVERS
When you enroll your child in a JAX Cooking Studio summer camp session, you indicate that you have read and accepted the policies, procedures, terms and conditions, and waivers of liability set forth on this page or emailed to you before the start of the camp session. You assert that your child’s participation in the summer camp is voluntary and you knowingly assume all risks associated therewith. This waiver specifically includes any claims made by you arising from the alleged negligent acts of JAX Cooking Studio, all other members of its cooking studio staff whether contracted or employed, agents, and any related parent and/or subsidiary entities. This release shall be binding to the fullest extent permitted by law. If any provision of this release is found to be unenforceable, the remaining terms shall be enforceable.