October 18th 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm
Hands-On Knife Skills Introductory Class with Chef Gordon Gomila -$45 per person
Doesn’t matter how high quality your ingredients are, if your knife skills aren’t up to par cooking is going to feel like a chore. Anybody can pick up a knife and cut vegetables or meat, but knowing how to use a knife properly can have a big impact on you food.
Knowing how to use knives skillfully is the foundation of all cooking, and should not be scary or frustrating. In this hands-on introductory class, you’ll start with a discussion of various styles of knives and when to use them, how to properly hold them for efficiency, speed and safety, proper storage, cleaning, and the differences between sharpening and honing. You will learn how to slice, dice, and chop in the safest and most efficient manner. At the end of our class we will enjoy the fruits of our labor with a small meal from items we prepared in class.
What to expect:
Speed up your cooking process with masterful knife skills
Learn which knife to use in different cooking situations
Practice classic cuts like slice, dice, mince and julienne and intro to cutting brunoise, baton, batonette and chiffonad.
Sharpen knives and learn to store them properly
We will end the night with a light meal and beverages. Upon completion of the class, you will receive a recipe packet, resources for knife maintenance and a newfound confidence in the kitchen. Bring in your chef’s knife for a free consultation!
Added Bonus-Bring in your knives for sharpening and get 10% off your sharpening. (Knife sharpening is October 20th) |
