Mirepoix’s Jr. Chef Academy- 4 day kids cooking camp ages 8 -16 yrs

Calling all Jr. Chefs!

Enjoy the summer with the very talented Chefs at Mirepoix Cooking School!

Join us for a hands-on 4 day cooking camp

Our Mirepoix Chefs will teach you the basics while in a fun, learning environment.

Our Cooking Camp is designed for ages 8-16 years old.  Classes are 2.5 hours long.  Students will enjoy their meal each day in class or they can take home if they prefer.

*We will have 3 different groups in each class, matching students to their appropriate skill level- make sure to list your child’s age in the reservation

We invite 1 parent to come at 1:15 p.m. each day for students to present a small showcase of the daily meals prepared.  Parents will enjoy a small sampling of the foods prepared.

Each student will receive a take home recipe booklet each day.  At the completion of the week, students will receive a medal and certificate.

Cooking Classes will run each day from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. unless noted

All reservations should be placed for Monday, July 29th date on the calendar.  The reservation is for a 4 days kids cooking camp to include July 29, July 30, July 31 & Aug 1

Cancellation Policy- Mirepoix offers a 4 day cancellation policy.  To receive a refund, cancellations must be requested by July 25th by calling Mirepoix 248.541.1414 ext 500. .  Refunds will be issued to the original payment method. If canceling after July 25th, no refunds nor credits will be offered.

*Reservations! Go to Monday, July 29th on the Mirepoix Calendar for Reservations

Monday: Cooking in the Italian Kitchen

Chicken Saltimbocca- pounded chicken, then rolled with spinach, prosciutto, herbs and cheese.  Topped with a savory lemon sauce

Meatball bites with fresh mozzarella center, simmered in tomato sauce.  Served on a bed of spring mix and cucumber salad

Blueberry, lemon sour cream pound cake with a powdered sugar glaze and homemade cinnamon whipped cream

Tuesday: Mama Mia, Italian part 2

Homemade Lasagna made with layers of homemade Bolognese, herbed ricotta, shredded mozzarella and pasta sheets

Crostini- 2 kinds! Crostini with fresh tomato, basil, garlic and parmesan cheese topped with a balsamic drizzle.  Crostini with melted mozzarella, bacon and homemade fruit compote

Mini Key Lime Pies with graham cracker crust, sour cream, egg and lime filling topping with homemade whipped cream and sugared limes

Wednesday: Did you Say Tacos and Ice Cream Flurries!?

Tacos Made 2 Ways- Ground Beef with homemade taco spice mix and Shredded Chicken with infused salsa.  Fried corn tacos, shredded cheddar cheese and shredded lettuce

Shaved fennel, romaine and carrot salad with shaved Parmesan.  Honey Dijon vinaigrette and homemade herbed croutons. (knife skills for the older kids)

Ice Cream Flurry Parfaits- whipped with homemade edible cookie dough and topped with homemade whipped cream and choice of various candy creations

Thursday: Food Court Delights

Chicken Pad Thai- Thai noodles, tofu, scrambled egg, bean sprouts, and traditional pad Thai sauce (nut topping can be added on the side)

Savory Pin Wheels- ham, melted cheddar cheese and caramelized onion pastry with fresh thyme and homemade dipping jus sauce

Homemade chocolate chip cookies with powdered sugar and cream cheese frosting.  Dipped in melted chocolate and sprinkles