Foundation for Culinary Arts - Summer Culinary Camp (Chicago) camp guide

Foundation for Culinary Arts - Summer Culinary Camp (Chicago)

Hands-on cooking and culinary career exploration for eligible high-school students.

Chicago public high-school students or other approved schools

Earlier-year details below are a planning reference, not confirmed information for the coming summer. Dates, prices and age ranges may change. We’ll update this guide as new information is published. Check the camp’s current details and available places before booking.

Who it’s for

Family income must meet CPS economically disadvantaged criteria. Application and student/parent interview determine acceptance.

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Location

The Chopping Block, 4747 N. Lincoln Avenue, Lincoln Square.

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Cost

No charge to accepted students or families.

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More practical details

2026

August 3–7, 10am–4pm; application deadline July 5.

Meals & activities

Students cook a shared meal and food to bring home daily. A final cooking challenge welcomes a family guest; participants receive kitchen equipment to keep practicing.

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Program distinction

This is an application-based teen enrichment program, not an unrestricted elementary-age cooking camp. Separate seasonal bootcamps and master classes have their own schedules.

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Sources and last checked

Last checked 2026-09-23.

2026 summer camp, eligibility and application process

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Questions to ask the camp

  • 2027 schedule/application, grade or age cutoff, transport, allergy accommodations, attendance rules and early/late supervision.
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