Lexington Christian Academy is hosting two weeks of cooking classes this summer for young adults who are interested in cooking or improving their culinary skills. Students will be able cook their own lunch with their cohort and produce impressive professional dishes to bring home.
The dining services department at Lexington Christian Academy (LCA) is happy to announce that we are expanding our services into culinary education at our North Campus location in a two week course over the summer. The classes will be held the weeks of July 6th and July 13th and will cover some of the same recipes enjoyed by students throughout the year.
Lexington Culinary Academy (LCAx) is a 1–2 week course intended to develop your student’s ability to cook, understand and follow recipes, adhere to food safety practices, and refine their understanding of ingredients and flavor. Your student will walk away with stronger foundational skills for cooking and baking, as well as learn their personal cooking style so they can be more confident in executing dishes independently. Your student will have the opportunity to sign up for one or two weeks of their choice. These classes include the following:
WEEK 1: Culinary Foundations
Focus: Core kitchen skills, safety, basic cooking and baking
Best for: Beginners or anyone wanting essential life skills
Students will:
- Learn knife skills and kitchen safety
- Understand basic cooking techniques
- Follow recipes independently
- Build confidence in everyday cooking
WEEK 2: Global Cooking & Advanced Skills
Focus: Applying skills to global cuisine, creativity, and independence
Best for: Students who want variety, creativity, and higher-level cooking (No prior week required)
Students will:
- Cook globally-inspired dishes
- Improve timing, multitasking, and plating
- Develop personal cooking style
- Execute dishes more independently
SUMMER 2026
Who: Rising 6th–12th graders
Dates: Week 1: July 6–10 / Week 2: July 13–17
Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: 265 Lowell St Lexington, MA 02140
Cost: $545/week
