Rata2ee Growing Gourmets: Kids Cooking Camp
Full-day camp! Each day, campers prepare and enjoy three meals of their own making—breakfast, a thoughtfully composed three-course lunch, and dessert—eliminating the need for families to pack snacks or lunches. Beyond culinary education, Rata2ee places a strong emphasis on character development, fostering independence, confidence, teamwork, and respect for both the kitchen and one another! All Supplies Included |
Tonia Carsten
Tonia Carsten is the founder of Rata2ee, a hands-on cooking school for kids she started 12 years ago to help children build confidence and life skills through food. She is a former restauranteur and is Oakland County Serve-Safe Certified. Tonia was also named the 2021 Rochester Area Business Woman of the Year.
A dedicated local business owner, Tonia takes pride in hiring, mentoring, and training individuals in the food industry. Under her leadership, Rata2ee has been recognized as a finalist in Hour Detroit’s Best of Detroit for both 2025 and 2026 in two categories: Best Summer Camps and Best After-School Classes.
July 20 - 24 (0726CV7)
Instructors:
- Tonia Carsten
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jul 20th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Tue, Jul 21st 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Wed, Jul 22nd 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Thu, Jul 23rd 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Fri, Jul 24th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
July 27 - 31 (0726CV8)
Instructors:
- Tonia Carsten
| Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Mon, Jul 27th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Tue, Jul 28th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Wed, Jul 29th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Thu, Jul 30th 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |
| Fri, Jul 31st 2026 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | The War Memorial |