UAB St. Vincent’s One Nineteen is excited to host its summer culinary camp series designed for food enthusiasts ages 6 to 18. Guided by registered dietitian Madison Fogle, this immersive experience offers your child the perfect blend of fun, creativity, and hands-on learning.
Madison said the cooking camp offers an engaging and educational experience outside of traditional academics.
“It also promotes healthy eating habits and encourages kids to appreciate the value of fresh, homemade food,” she said. “Hopefully, by the end of camp, kids will return home excited about implementing their new skills into the kitchen and trying new recipes.”
Culinary camp is designed to help children build confidence in the kitchen. Over the week of camp, they will learn to follow recipes, use various kitchen equipment, practice basic knife skills, and explore different cooking methods.
A series of flavors and cuisine
Campers can choose among a variety of culinary series.
- Passport to the World
Your little chef will be cooking delicious food from five continents. The world is at the tip of their taste buds, whether it’s breakfast in Africa, snacks in India, or dinner in Australia. There will even be room for a sweet bite from Brazil and pasta from Italy. - Farm to Fork
Campers will experience the life of a farmer who enjoys freshly made meals from the backyard. They will learn to savor the flavor of fresh herbs, fruits, and vegetables and how to prepare a well-rounded meal with seasonal ingredients. - Teen Camp
Specifically designed for chefs ages 13-18, this is a more advanced cooking experience. Teens will learn menu planning, grocery shopping, and enhanced cooking skills to prepare them for a lifetime of culinary adventures.
Culinary Camp through the years
Campers will be preparing about four recipes a day, which encourages them to try a variety of new foods and flavors. At the end of camp, parents can enjoy watching their child proudly share recipes and cooking tips, and perhaps even help cook a meal at home.
Camper Ava Wilson has been attending One Nineteen Culinary Camp for 10 years, and looks forward to return this year as a teen helper.
“I’ve learned a lot about different countries’ cuisines, and how to make healthy meals delicious,” Wilson said. “I am always amazed at the amount of food we make every day, and I love collecting the cookbooks of all the food I’ve prepared throughout the years.”
The One Nineteen Summer Culinary Cooking Camp is open to individuals of all skill levels. All necessary tools and ingredients are provided.
Fee is $258 per week and includes an apron, lunch, and a recipe book.
Spaces are limited, so don’t let your kids miss a chance to elevate their culinary game this summer.
- Teen Cooking Camp: June 9-June 13, 2025, ages 13-18
- Passport to the World: June 16-June 20, 2025, ages 6-9
- Passport to the World: June 23-June 27, 2025, ages 10-12
- Farm to Fork: July 7-July 11, 2025, ages 6-9
- Farm to Fork: July 14-July 18, 2025, ages 10-12