Fundamentals of Cooking (Fall 2023)

Our 6-week prep school fundamentals program starts at the beginning to help anyone decipher the confusing world of cooking.  It is a great opportunity to improve upon your skills with a trained instructor at your disposal.

This program is especially suitable for people who want to start from scratch.  Beginners in the kitchen will learn the basics and come away with confidence to cook independently.  Those with some experience will broaden their culinary knowledge, hone their skills and acquire valuable tips and insight so they can take their culinary adventures to a new level.

What Will I Learn?

• professional knife-handling techniques;

• how to select and cook meat, fish and vegetables;

• how to saute, simmer, grill, roast, braise and pan fry;

• proper use of cookware and essential kitchen tools;

• recipes and methods for soups, stocks, sauces, appetizers, entrees, salads and more;

• use of herbs and spices, understanding basic flavours and complex flavour profiles;

• menu and time planning;

• tricks of the trade from seasoned professionals.

  What To Expect In Our Hands-On Classes: 

• Classes are for participants 16 years and older and are 3 hours in length
• You will work with others in groups
• Hands-on classes are limited to 12 participants
• You will be standing, cooking and working for most of the class
• Please wear comfortable, closed-toe shoes and have long hair tied back
• You will enjoy a generous taste of every dish