Where Small Ingredients
Build Big Futures.
This summer, turn their curiosity into genuine culinary skill. Guided by professional chefs in Calgary.
OUR PEDAGOGICAL APPROACH
At Abeu-Saleh Catering & Events Summer Cooking Camps, children don't just follow instructions—they discover gastronomy from its roots. Guided by professional chefs in a fully equipped commercial kitchen, students handle fresh ingredients, master real culinary and pastry techniques, and embrace kitchen discipline in a stimulating, social, and incredibly fun environment.
Our Core Pillars:
Real Scratch Cooking
100% artisanal preparations using premium, fresh raw materials. No ultra-processed items or pre-packaged commercial mixes.
Kitchen Discipline & Order
Implementation of the professional 'Clean-as-you-go' methodology.
Absolute Safety
Strict supervisor-to-student ratios for knife handling and heat source control.
PROGRAMS BY AGE GROUP
Group 1: Mini Chefs
Technical Focus: Fine motor skills development, introduction to safe knife cuts, basic flavor profiles, and creative artisanal pastry baking.
Dynamics: Interactive individual projects and collaborative kitchen games that build independence and confidence.
Sample Menu: Hand-rolled fresh pasta, scratch-made marinara, technical decorated cookies, and healthy gourmet snacks.
Group 2: Junior Gastronomy
Technical Focus: Advanced knife precision, complex cooking methods, aesthetic plating, acid/fat balancing, and international fine pastry.
Dynamics: Real professional kitchen brigade simulation, fostering leadership, teamwork, and precision technical execution.
Sample Menu: Precision sear proteins, emulsion sauces, fine pastry (macarons, mirror glaze tarts), and international 3-course menus.
DAILY CAMP SCHEDULE & ROUTINE
Welcome & Technical Briefing
Arrival, mandatory laboratory sanitization, uniform check, and interactive breakdown of the day's menu and safety rules.
Practical Session I (Mise en Place)
Selecting, weighing, washing ingredients, and executing initial knife work under direct supervision.
Hydration & Social Break
A supervised short break to rest and socialize outside the active cooking area.
Practical Session II (Cooking & Plating)
Thermal cooking application, technical assembly, and artistic plate design.
Community Lunch & Tasting
Roundtable lunch where students taste, critically analyze their flavor profiles, and share the culinary experience.
Professional Clean-Up Brigade
Station deep cleaning, tool washing, and general kitchen organization.
Daily Wrap-Up & Departure
Distribution of the day’s printed recipe cards and student dismissal.
TUITION & SPECIAL PROMOTIONS
Available Automated Discounts:
Early Bird Registration
Save 10% OFF ($337.50 CAD/week) if you register before June 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM MST. Applied automatically.
Sibling Discount
Register 2 or more children from the same household and receive an additional 10% OFF on second and subsequent registrations.
Referral Reward Program
Refer a new family! Once they complete registration, both of you will receive a $25 CAD credit toward your camp balance or future culinary services. (Specify name at checkout).
* Note on Combining Discounts: Sibling and Referral discounts can be combined with Early Bird pricing if conditions are met before the June 15 deadline.
What is Included?
Premium Ingredients
Fresh, organic, high-end raw materials for all daily scratch recipes.
Professional Kitchen Uniform
High-resistance technical apron and official chef hat from Abeu-Saleh Catering.
Digital & Printed Recipe Book
Step-by-step compilation of all techniques and dishes mastered during the week.
Full Daily Lunch
Generous portions of the meals prepared by the students themselves.
Certificate of Achievement
Official diploma signed by Chef Jennifer Abeu-Saleh upon completion.
CAMP POLICIES & CODE OF SAFETY
Kitchen Safety Code
- Mandatory Footwear: Fully closed-toe, non-slip shoes are strictly required (sandals, open Crocs, or thin canvas shoes are strictly prohibited).
- Hair & Accessories: Long hair must be tied back completely. No bracelets, rings, or watches are allowed during cooking sessions.
- Technical Behavior: Running, horseplay with kitchen tools, or operating equipment without explicit instructor authorization is strictly prohibited.
Allergies & Dietary
As culinary leaders specializing in adaptive menus (keto, gluten-free, vegan, and sugar-free), we enforce rigorous cross-contamination protocols. Parents must declare any severe allergies or medical restrictions on the digital registration form.
Cancellation & Refund
- Cancellations 14+ days prior: Full refund minus a $50 CAD fixed administration fee.
- Cancellations 7 to 14 days prior: 100% store credit issued for future catering services, gourmet boxes, or public workshops. No cash refunds.
- Cancellations less than 7 days prior: No refunds or credits can be issued due to advanced raw material procurement and personalized supply ordering.
- Week Transfers: Subject to availability, with no penalty if requested at least 10 days in advance.
SECURE SUMMER CAMP SPOT
De Lunes a Viernes · 09:00 AM a 02:00 PM. Sibling discounts and Referral credits are calculated automatically in the summary below.
Daily Schedule: 09:00 AM - 02:00 PM
Step 01. Select Camp Weeks
Step 02. Number of siblings
Founder &
Head Chef
MEET JENNIFER
Abeu-Saleh
“Baking is not just about exact grams and degrees; it is about stories, heritage, and the exact physical touch that brings dough to life.”
With over 20 years of active culinary craftsmanship spanning Venezuela, Panama, Colombia, and now Canada, Chef Jennifer Abeu-Saleh has guided more than 3,200 students through the art of pastry making, cake architecture, and artisanal baking.
As the heart of ABEU-SALEH, Jennifer designs every curriculum personally, blending classic European precision with authentic Latin warmth, ensuring each class is highly technical yet incredibly welcoming and rewarding.
Class Mandates & Safety Protocols
Allergy Disclosure
Gluten, dairy, wheat, eggs, and tree nuts are processed actively inside our Mahogany studio.
Cancellation Period
All booking deposits are non-refundable. A minimum of 15 days notice is required for cancellations or transfers.
Bilingual & Small Groups
Bilingual classes (Spanish/English) matching small sizes (max 8 students) for ultimate personalization.