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Schedule

Monday, August 7 – Friday, August 11, 2023
9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Daily

Whose cuisine reigns supreme? In Asia Society Texas' Master Chef Showdown, learn about food traditions from across Asia while honing your cooking skills to prepare for a final competition before a panel of Houston's top chefs! Along the way, learn how to make smart, healthy food choices while developing leadership skills for inside and outside the kitchen.

Special guest instructors are scheduled to include MasterChef finalist Suu Khin; final competition judges are scheduled to include MasterChef season 3 winner Christine Ha, Suu Khin, and Top Chef: Houston finalist Evelyn Garcia.

Recommended for students ages 13–17. Not recommended for students with food allergies or food sensitivities. This camp takes place in-person. Students will form small groups for activities.

Registration

Cost: $325 Members, $375 Nonmembers, plus $50 material fee

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Testimonials

"[My daughter] liked every part of the week. She became bereft Thursday afternoon knowing that it would come to an end." — Parent, Summer Camper

"How rewarding [it is] to find a place that brings the best of so many camps [...] and is able to also showcase the richness of Asia and its contributions." — Parent, Summer Camper

"My kids were very happy all week; every day for them was so much fun. They made very good friends. They enjoyed and appreciated the service and attention they received from each one of the instructors." — Parent, Summer Camper

Additional Camp Sessions

Truck Art and Urdu Language With Indus Arts Council
Monday, June 5 – Friday, June 9, 2023・9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Daily
Be transported to the streets of Pakistan and dive into truck art and the Urdu language in this camp presented with the Indus Arts Council! Work with artists and teachers to create your own colorful art pieces.
Recommended for students ages 9–12.

Documentary Filmmaking
Monday, June 12 – Friday, June 23, 2023・9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Daily
In this two-week filmmaking camp, explore the themes of memory and world religions while scripting, filming, and acting in an original movie under the guidance of a professional television producer.
Recommended for students ages 12–14.

Manga POP!
Monday, July 10 – Friday, July 14, 2023・9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Daily
Attention, artists and manga fanatics! Create your own comics inspired by the Japanese manga style, with opportunities for Beginner and Advanced students to bring their comics to life on paper and the web.
Recommended for students ages 9–14.

Animals and Fantastic Beasts of Asia
Monday, July 24 – Friday, July 28, 2023・9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Daily
Embark on a safari across Asia! Learn about the unique animals and mythical creatures found in various Asian countries, and hear stories and legends featuring these animals and other fantastical beasts!
Recommended for students ages 6–9.

Education and Outreach programs at Asia Society Texas are presented by Wells Fargo. Generous funding also provided by​ Cathay Bank Foundation and the George and Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation. Additional support is provided by Friends of Asia Society Texas, a dedicated group of individuals and organizations committed to bringing the best in exhibitions and public programming to Houston. 

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About Asia Society Texas

Asia Society Texas believes in the strength and beauty of diverse perspectives and people. As an educational institution, we advance cultural exchange by celebrating the vibrant diversity of Asia, inspiring empathy, and fostering a better understanding of our interconnected world. Spanning the fields of arts, business, culture, education, and policy, our programming is rooted in the educational and cultural development of our community — trusting in the power of art, dialogue, and ideas to combat bias and build a more inclusive society.