★ Chabad of Troy  ·  Summer 2026

Cook.Create.Explore.

The ultimate Kosher Culinary Camp: hands-on cooking, baking and dessert workshops, almost daily trips, sports, Jewish pride, and the best summer energy for ages 3–12.

Aug 3–7Session 1
Aug 10–14Session 2
$300Per child/week
Troy, MIChabad of Troy
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Boys laughing and cooking together in a bright kosher kitchen camp setting
Messy Aprons.Big Smiles.Best Friends.
This is summer done right. Hands-on cooking · challah Fridays · trips · sports · Jewish pride
Registration open
Aug 3–14
two one-week sessions in summer 2026
Ages 3–12
hands-on camp for younger and older kids
$300/week
lunch, trips, transportation and activities included

What They’ll Do

Everything a great
summer should feel like.

Kosher Culinary Camp packs real cooking, epic trips, Jewish pride, sports, friendships, and confidence into every single day. Based at the Chabad of Troy campus on 4050 Coolidge Hwy — every meal is kosher, every day is hands-on, and every kid goes home proud of what they made.

Also on the menu:art, sports & outdoor play
Hot lunches included daily with camp tuition
Trips admission and buses included
T-shirt camp shirt included for campers
Kosher meals and kitchen activities
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Culinary Workshops
Real recipes, real kitchens, real results. Campers cook from scratch every day — and eat what they make.
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Epic Trips
Almost every day brings a new adventure. We load up the school bus and discover where food comes from — farms, markets, kitchens, and beyond.
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Jewish Pride
Challah every Friday. Jewish stories woven into every recipe. Culture and tradition built right into the fun.
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Sports & Activities
Between the kitchen and the trips, campers play, move, and let loose. A full camp experience — not just cooking.
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Amazing Friendships
Two weeks together builds something real. Campers leave with friendships — and memories — that last well past summer.
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Confidence Building
From their first dish to their Friday challah, campers discover what they’re capable of. That confidence follows them home.

From Our Community

Years of Jewish
Summer Joy.

Real camp days from
Chabad of Troy.

Kitchen tables, bus trips,
outdoor play, and summer friends.

The new culinary camp carries
that same Gan Israel joy.

Campers gathered around a hands-on cooking activity table
Around the camp table
Camper smiling at camp in a colorful camp shirt
Proud camp smiles
Campers seated around a table for a hands-on activity
Group activity time
Camper smiling outdoors during a camp trip
Outdoor adventures
Campers walking together near a school bus
Trip days by bus
Campers and staff smiling together outside
The whole crew
Camper smiling at an activity table
Smiles at the table
Campers seated at a colorful camp table
Big camp energy

Enrollment

Session
One

YIELDS: 1 unforgettable week  ·  SERVES: ages 3–12

Start
Aug 3, 2026
End
Aug 7, 2026

Five full days of chopping, mixing, baking, tasting, trips, and Jewish summer fun. The perfect week — or just the beginning.

Tuition per child
Lunch included daily
$300
Before & After Care
Optional · 9:00–9:30 AM & 3:30–4:00 PM
+$75
Register for Session One →
Campers gathered around a hands-on cooking activity table
Culinary workshops every single day
Epic trip or adventure almost every day
Friday Challah bake — take your loaf home for Shabbos
Sports & outdoor activities
Creative arts projects
Lunch served daily

Session
Two

YIELDS: 1 unforgettable week  ·  SERVES: ages 3–12

Start
Aug 10, 2026
End
Aug 14, 2026

The second week brings a fresh menu of cooking projects, trips, outdoor play, and friendships. For campers who want to keep the summer going.

Tuition per child
Lunch included daily
$300
Before & After Care
Optional · 9:00–9:30 AM & 3:30–4:00 PM
+$75
Register for Session Two →
Campers walking together near a school bus on a trip day
Culinary workshops every single day
Epic trip or adventure almost every day
Friday Challah bake — take your loaf home for Shabbos
Sports & outdoor activities
Creative arts projects
Lunch served daily

The Full
Season

YIELDS: 1 legendary summer  ·  SERVES: the whole family

Both sessions back to back. Ten full days of recipes, adventures, Jewish pride, silly kitchen moments, and friendships that last all year.

Tuition per child — Both Sessions
Lunch included daily · Best value
$600
Before & After Care
Optional · available for full season
+$75
Register for Full Season →
Everything in Session One & Session Two
Ten full days with the same group of friends
Two Friday Challah bakes to bring home for Shabbos
Almost daily trips all two weeks
Ten days of sports, arts, cooking & adventure
The fun starts August 3 — don’t miss it
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Beyond the Kitchen

Epic trips.
Almost every
single day.

We don’t just cook about food — we go find it. Campers board the school bus and head out on real adventures: farms, markets, specialty kitchens, and more. Almost every day brings something new.

“The kind of day they’ll talk about at dinner for the rest of the summer.”

Almost Daily
Trips & adventures by school bus

Every trip is part of the learning. Campers discover where food comes from, how it’s made, and why it matters — then come back to the kitchen and make it themselves.

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The Venue

Three and a half acres.
All for them.

Kosher Culinary Camp is held at the brand new Chabad of Troy campus — a three-and-a-half-acre property with room to cook, create, explore, and just be a kid. Every session is under the warm, expert direction of Mrs. Chana Caytak and the Chabad of Troy team.

4050 Coolidge Hwy
Troy, MI 48098

Drop-off: 9:30–9:45 AM · Pickup: 3:30 PM
Under the direction of Mrs. Chana Caytak, Chabad of Troy

Rendering of the new Chabad of Troy campus

Questions

Real questions.
Straight
answers.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Reach out and we’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

Contact Us
What ages is camp for?+
Kosher Culinary Camp welcomes kids ages 3–12. Activities and cooking stations are adapted by age so every camper can fully participate and succeed.
What are drop-off and pickup times?+
Drop-off is between 9:30–9:45 AM. Pickup is at 3:30 PM. Please be on time for both — our kitchen schedule starts promptly. Optional Before & After Care is available from 9:00 AM and until 4:00 PM.
How does drop-off and pickup work?+
Drop-off and pickup take place at 4050 Coolidge Hwy, Troy MI 48098. When you arrive, a staff member will greet your child at the car. At pickup, only individuals listed on your registration form are authorized to collect your camper — please have ID ready.
How do you get to field trips?+
We travel by school bus. Campers board right at camp and return before pickup time. All trips are supervised by staff. No separate transportation is needed from families — just drop off at camp as usual.
Will there be security on site?+
Yes. Kosher Culinary Camp will have security guard presence on site during camp hours, along with staff-supervised drop-off, pickup, and activities.
Is transportation to camp provided?+
Transportation to and from camp is not included. Families are responsible for drop-off and pickup at 4050 Coolidge Hwy, Troy MI 48098. After registration, reach out and we’ll help connect you with nearby families for carpools.
What should my child bring?+
Comfortable clothes they don’t mind getting messy (aprons are provided), a water bottle, any allergy medications, and a good appetite. We take care of everything else.
My child has food allergies — is camp safe?+
We take allergies seriously. Note all allergies during registration. Our staff reviews every camper’s needs and accommodates where possible. For severe allergies, we’ll speak with you directly before camp begins.
Are scholarships available?+
We believe every Jewish child deserves this experience. Limited scholarship assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Contact us at rabbi@jewishtroy.com before registering to apply.
🔒 Camper Safety: Only individuals listed on your registration form are authorized for pickup.

Tuition

Clear pricing.
No surprises.

SessionPer Child
Session One (Aug 3–7)
Lunch included daily
$300
Session Two (Aug 10–14)
Lunch included daily
$300
Full Season (Both Weeks)
Best value · 10 days of camp
$600
Optional Before & After Care · +$75 · 9:00 AM–4:00 PM
Need financial assistance? We believe every Jewish child deserves this experience. Limited scholarships are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reach out to us before registering.

Enroll Now

Reserve your
spot for
Summer 2026.

Spots fill up fast — especially for families registering for both weeks. Register early to secure your place.

Register Now → Ask a Question

Questions? Email rabbi@jewishtroy.com or reach out through Chabad of Troy.

🔒 Authorized pickup only. Individuals collecting your child must be listed on the registration form.

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