COVID UPDATE (Oct. 7, 2022):
In response to the lifting of Baltimore City’s mask mandate, masks are currently optional. Guests are provided the option to take their food home at the end of the class if they do not wish to dine indoors in our kitchens. We have to-go containers on hand for your convenience.
RESCHEDULING POLICY
What if I need to reschedule or cancel my class? [for cancellations for summer camps, please refer to summer camp page]
Due to limited seating, classes at Baltimore Chef Shop are non-refundable. If you need to reschedule, please notify us either by phone at (443) 869-5121 or by email at kitchen@baltimorechefshop.com.
Because space is so limited, we require 48-hours notice for any changes.
Cancelling or rescheduling your booking within the 48-hour timeframe will result in a forfeiture of your credit. This applies for all illnesses and last minute emergencies, including COVID.
If you find yourself unable to attend your class and the 48-hour deadline has already passed, we encourage you to send a friend in your place.
What if I need to reschedule my Series?
For all Series classes: our 48-hours notice policy applies prior to the FIRST NIGHT OF THE SERIES for any rescheduling changes. Once the series has started, no cancellations can be made.
Provided the series has not yet started, you are also welcome to transfer your ticket to a friend. Once the Series has begun, however, if you are not able to attend any of the sessions, we are unable to accommodate anyone to fill that spot who has not attended at least the first introductory night of the series.
Partial credits for the Series can not be provided for any missed days. Attending one or two days of the Series requires that you purchase that spot in the Series for the entire duration.
Non-Refund Policy: We have a strict No Refund Policy, which includes any client cancellations due to COVID or any other illness.
Unfortunately, COVID has become a part of daily life. We do our best to outline our policies in order to avoid any confusion. We also trust that all clients who book with us are aware of the potential that they may need to cancel their reservation in order to quarantine or isolate and have weighed that possibility prior to booking their ticket.
What is the typical class size? At full capacity, we can accommodate 16 people in our Main Kitchens. Currently our couples classes are capped at 12 and open enrollment classes at 14.
Who will be at my table with me? Depending upon capacity restrictions, our tables are set up into two teams of 6 or 7 students who share in making the recipes.
Will I make all my own recipes? Our classes are designed to give you the full hands-on experience. In a Techniques class, everyone will be able to make a version of the recipe on which that class is based. For example: in techniques classes like Paella, Crepes, Sushi, or Pies 101, all students will get hands on experience in these recipes. All Menu-Based classes, on the other hand, are collaborative with students sharing in the preparation of an overall menu that they sit down and enjoy together in the end.
Can my kids attend classes with me? Minors ages 15 and up are able to attend (with an adult) any of our morning or afternoon classes. Our evening classes (after 6pm) are 18+ only. Our Parent & Me classes and our Summer Culinary Camps provide additional options catered for your emerging chef ages 8+. For safety purposes, kids age 7 and under, including infants, are not permitted in the kitchens.
Do I need to bring anything with me? Baltimore Chef Shop provides all ingredients, equipment, aprons, and tools. We are BYOB kitchen and do not sell alcoholic or other beverages. We do provide cold water with citrus for all classes, and you are welcome to bring an alternative beverage to enjoy with your meal. We will have a bucket of ice, glasses, and a cork screw waiting for you! As a matter of safety and as a courtesy to your fellow classmates who are here to learn, we ask that alcohol consumption is done in moderation (in other words, no coolers please). Please be advised that we are not able to allow spirits and hard liquor in our kitchen.
Do all classes serve food? At the end of our classes, students are invited to take part in enjoying their creations. For the menu-based classes, this includes a sit-down dinner. For techniques-based classes such as our baking classes, you are able to taste and sample your pastries with a cup of our freshly brewed coffee! And, in all cases, we welcome you to pack your items if you prefer to take them home instead. For classes like Fermentation 101 and Knife Skills 101, where cooking is not part of the class, we will have snacks on hand for you to enjoy. Weather permitting, you can enjoy our covered deck for outdoor seating.
Can I take any leftover food home with me? Yes! Students are permitted to take home their leftovers. We will have take-out containers for you.
Where can I park? There is metered street parking out front and free street parking both north and south of 36th Street. We are on 'The Avenue' in Hampden, an area that can become quite busy in the evenings and on the weekends, so we do recommend that you plan accordingly.
If I have a food aversion or an allergy, can the menu be altered for me?
As our menu-based classes are collaborative, we do not alter recipes for a particular aversion or allergy since this will prevent the other clients from enjoying the dish as it is meant to be prepared. Because of our class structure, we ask our students to self-monitor for aversions or sensitivities and avoid eating the particular dish with that ingredient or to remove it from your own portion, if the dish allows. Better yet, since this is meant to be a fun learning environment, we strongly suggest that you select a menu that accommodates your particular allergies.
Please be advised that, in the case of severe nut or gluten allergies, we are not a nut-free nor gluten-free kitchen and cross contamination from other classes cannot be safely avoided.
Can I book a private class? Yes! We would love to host you and your guests for a private cooking class. If you would like to schedule a class, please head to our Private Group Classes page for booking and pricing options.
What is your storm weather policy? Baltimore Chef Shop will often follow Baltimore City closings, as well as information gathered by the National Weather Service; however, there are occasions where we make an exception. Cancellations due to weather are always in the interest of the safety and well-being of our staff and our clients.
In the event of class cancellations due to inclement weather, we will send out an email notification and post an announcement on our Facebook page. Announcements will be posted at least one hour before the class start time if the class is cancelled. Please do not feel obligated to travel to class if you are uncomfortable with the weather conditions.
Baltimore Chef Shop is not able to schedule make-up classes or provide refunds for classes canceled due to inclement weather; however, if we decide it is necessary to cancel a class, we will assist you in transferring your enrollment to a future class.