French & Cooking — 2 weeks, June 28
28 June-9 July 2027
Two consecutive teaching weeks.
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Cooking Camp at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Beginner to advanced French
Age range / Year group
Ages 10-17
Location / Region
Quebec City, Canada
Cost
From $1,699
Duration
1-4 weeks
Format
In-person
Class size: 10-15 students
Accommodation: Homestay or shared residence
Meals: Three daily; residence evening snack
Certificate / Outcome: Attendance-based completion certificate
Campus experience: Collège Mérici; professional cooking center
Tutors / faculty: Professional chefs; experienced French teachers
Accreditation: School accredited by Languages Canada
Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday: 15h French + 15h cooking weekly
Cooking Camp summary
Edu-inter combines Core French lessons with practical cooking workshops focused on Quebec cuisine.
Students use French beyond the classroom while experimenting with foods and techniques under professional chefs.
The strongest fit is a learner who enjoys cooking and wants a concrete reason to practice French in everyday situations.
What is Cooking Camp?
Cooking Camp is Edu-inter's French immersion program combining language study with Quebec cooking workshops. Morning classes build reading, writing, speaking and comprehension, while afternoon sessions turn those skills into practical communication.
Students learn in a professional cooking training center with professional chefs. Regional dishes such as pudding chômeur, poutine and maple sugar pie give the workshops a clear cultural focus. A French-only policy connects classroom learning with the wider camp experience.
Why Succeed highlights Cooking Camp
Cooking gives students a practical setting for using the French they learn each morning.
Professional chefs and a dedicated cooking training center make the culinary element more substantial than a casual camp activity.
Seven French levels allow beginners and advanced learners to study at an appropriate level.
Quebec dishes connect language practice with regional culture.
The accommodation packages combine teaching, meals, transport and excursions in a defined booking.
Who is Cooking Camp for?
Best for
Students who enjoy cooking and want to practice French through lessons, practical tasks and daily interaction.
Not ideal if
You want cooking workshops without language classes, or prefer an experience with little structured teaching.
Is Cooking Camp worth it?
Cooking Camp is a strong option when a student's interest in food can sustain regular French practice. The combination of language instruction and chef-led workshops gives each part a useful purpose, and regional recipes add cultural context.
Its value depends on wanting both elements of the program and feeling comfortable in a French-speaking setting. Families should compare accommodation carefully and budget for the full booking, since day-camper and residential prices cover different needs. The completion certificate also depends on full class attendance.
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Cost and what is included
From $1,699; includes 15 hours of French classes weekly., 15 hours of afternoon cooking workshops weekly., Books and cooking materials., Residential packages: accommodation and three meals daily., Residence packages: one evening snack daily., Residential packages: evening activities and weekend excursions., Residential packages: transportation between school, accommodation and camp., Residential packages: arrival and departure transfers., Residential packages: health insurance and custodianship services., Residential packages: registration and accommodation placement fees..
Accommodation
Homestay or shared residence
Meals
Three daily; residence evening snack
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1-4 weeks; Quebec City, Canada.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Cooking Camp need?
Effort level
Moderate to high, with 30 instructional hours weekly.
Best started
Several months before your chosen summer session, allowing time for travel, entry documents and parental forms.
Main challenge
Using French throughout a full day of learning and practical activity.
Typical preparation
Choose your duration and accommodation with your family.
Disclose food allergies, dietary restrictions and medical needs during registration.
Arrange Canadian entry documents, insurance and your arrival itinerary.
Plan payment ahead of the balance due 30 days before the start.
Useful if
You learn best when language practice has an immediate purpose.
What do students do on Cooking Camp?
You study French in the morning, then apply it while preparing Quebec dishes in afternoon cooking workshops. Accommodation-based evening activities and weekend excursions extend the immersion experience.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Attend Core French classes at the appropriate instruction level.
- 2
Practice reading, writing, speaking and comprehension.
- 3
Join afternoon workshops with professional chefs.
- 4
Experiment with Quebec foods and cooking techniques while using French.
- 5
Take part in the activities and excursions attached to your package.
Cooking Camp dates and deadlines
Upcoming
French & Cooking — 1 week, June 28
28 June-2 July 2027
One week of teaching; accommodation follows the Sunday-Saturday package.
French & Cooking — 3 weeks, June 28
28 June-16 July 2027
Three consecutive teaching weeks.
French & Cooking — 4 weeks, June 28
28 June-23 July 2027
Four consecutive teaching weeks.
French & Cooking — 1 week, July 5
5-9 July 2027
One week of teaching.
French & Cooking — 2 weeks, July 5
5-16 July 2027
Two consecutive teaching weeks.
French & Cooking — 3 weeks, July 5
5-23 July 2027
Three consecutive teaching weeks.
French & Cooking — 1 week, July 12
12-16 July 2027
One week of teaching.
French & Cooking — 2 weeks, July 12
12-23 July 2027
Two consecutive teaching weeks.
French & Cooking — 1 week, July 19
19-23 July 2027
One week of teaching.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
French & Cooking — 2 weeks, June 28 | 28 June-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 1 week, June 28 | 28 June-2 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 3 weeks, June 28 | 28 June-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 4 weeks, June 28 | 28 June-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 1 week, July 5 | 5-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 2 weeks, July 5 | 5-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 3 weeks, July 5 | 5-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 1 week, July 12 | 12-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 2 weeks, July 12 | 12-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
French & Cooking — 1 week, July 19 | 19-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Be 10-17 at the start of the program.
Beginner through advanced French levels are accommodated.
Foreign students must meet Canadian visa requirements.
Foreign students need travel and health insurance throughout the stay.
Students 12 and under must choose residence accommodation.
Cooking workshops must accompany morning Core French classes.
How much does Cooking Camp cost?
Program fee
From $1,699 — CAD; one-week day-camper booking.
Funding or discounts
- Day camper: $1,699; $3,398; $5,097; $6,796 — CAD totals for 1, 2, 3 and 4 weeks.
- Homestay package: $2,599; $4,199; $5,599; $7,199 — CAD totals for 1, 2, 3 and 4 weeks.
- Residence package: $3,199; $5,599; $7,199; $8,399 — CAD totals for 1, 2, 3 and 4 weeks.
- Confirmation deposit: 25% or $400CAD — Whichever is higher; credited toward the invoice.
- Credit-card surcharge: 3.95% — Applies to Visa and Mastercard payments.
- Dietary supplement: $27 CAD — Vegan or gluten-free; confirm the daily or nightly basis when booking.
- Unaccompanied-minor service: $165 CAD — Optional service charge per direction.
- Montreal transfers: $735 CAD — Optional two-way Montreal transfer supplement.
What's included
15 hours of French classes weekly., 15 hours of afternoon cooking workshops weekly., Books and cooking materials., Residential packages: accommodation and three meals daily., Residence packages: one evening snack daily., Residential packages: evening activities and weekend excursions., Residential packages: transportation between school, accommodation and camp., Residential packages: arrival and departure transfers., Residential packages: health insurance and custodianship services., Residential packages: registration and accommodation placement fees.
How to apply to Cooking Camp
- 1
Create an account through Edu-inter's quote portal or complete the summer teen registration form.
- 2
Select French & Cooking, your start date, duration and accommodation.
- 3
Provide personal details, emergency contacts, dietary restrictions and medical information.
- 4
Complete parental authorizations and provide your final travel itinerary.
- 5
Review the confirmation and invoice sent by Edu-inter.
- 6
Confirm with the required deposit and pay the balance 30 days before the program begins.
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What does Cooking Camp cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Core French
Practice reading, writing, speaking and comprehension in classes matched to your French level.
Quebec cuisine
Explore regional dishes such as pudding chômeur, poutine and maple sugar pie.
Cooking techniques
Experiment with foods and cooking techniques in workshops taught by professional chefs.
Applied French
Use classroom language skills in a practical Quebec cooking environment.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Cooking Camp?
A typical day during the program.
French classes
Monday-Friday, 8:30-11:45 a.m. at Collège Mérici.
Lunch
The daily lunch break runs from 11:45 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Cooking workshops
Monday-Friday, 1:00-4:00 p.m.; transport to accommodation follows at 4:30 p.m.
Accommodation activities
Residence activities run Monday-Friday; homestay students join one organized evening per two weeks.
Who teaches on Cooking Camp?
Local professional chefs teach cooking workshops in a professional training center. Edu-inter's teen French classes are taught by qualified, experienced native French speakers.
French classes have 10-15 students and seven instruction levels.
Where do students stay on Cooking Camp?
Residential plan
- Homestay immersion: Local francophone families are screened and matched to students' interests and profiles.
- Laval University residence: Camp students use furnished shared rooms, Wi-Fi and common areas, about 15 minutes by bus from school.
- Meals and activities: Packages include three meals daily and weekend excursions, with an evening snack for residence students.
- Counselor support: Residence students have camp counselor support; authorized independent outings follow parental-consent and curfew rules.
Non-residential plan
- Day-camper booking: The day-camper option combines French and cooking without food or lodging.
Students 12 and under must choose residence accommodation; residence rooms are shared with one other student.
What happens after Cooking Camp?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Develop French reading, writing, speaking and comprehension.
Apply French in practical cooking situations.
Build familiarity with Quebec foods and cooking techniques.
Receive a completion certificate with 100% class attendance.
Parents receive a final pedagogical report.
Where does Cooking Camp take place?
French classes take place on the Collège Mérici campus in downtown Quebec City, close to cultural attractions, while cooking workshops use a professional training center. The campus has a gymnasium, library, computer labs, cafeteria, student lounge and green spaces.
Edu-inter offers transfers from Quebec City's airport and bus or train station; Montreal transfers require a special arrangement.
Cooking Camp FAQs
No. There are seven instruction levels, from beginner to advanced.
Students explore Quebec foods and cooking techniques. Examples include pudding chômeur, poutine and maple sugar pie.
Local professional chefs teach the workshops in a professional cooking training center.
No. Afternoon programs must be combined with morning Core French classes.
The program combines 15 hours of French classes with 15 hours of cooking workshops each week, Monday through Friday.
Homestay packages include three meals daily; residence packages include three meals and an evening snack. Students 12 and under must choose residence accommodation, and day-camper bookings exclude food and lodging.
The registration form asks cooking students about food allergies and dietary restrictions. Vegan and gluten-free diets carry a supplement, and other special diets may also incur charges.
Yes, but it requires 100% class attendance. Parents also receive a final pedagogical report.
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- Frequently Asked Questions Before You Register Your Teen - Edu-Inter
- Prepare for you stay - Edu-Inter
- Accomodation services | Edu-inter
- French Summer Camps for Teenagers | Edu-inter
- Register - Edu-Inter
- Dates & Price List - Edu-Inter
- TEEN App Form ENG 2016_LR
- Teen Summer Programs — 2027 Price List
- Download the Cooking French Summer Camp Factsheet
- Cooking Camp - Edu-Inter
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