Develop practical cooking skills through constant practice, learn to cook a variety of dishes from scratch, and confidently apply various techniques in your home kitchen.
Duration
- 6 weeks (3 classes per week, 2 hours each);
- 36 hours of practice in total.
Who is it for?
- Cooking enthusiasts who want to improve their skills through practice;
- Those who have already mastered basic recipes and want to experiment;
- People who want to cook a variety of dishes every day.
Course program
Introduction to practical cooking
- Organizing your workspace and working safely in the kitchen;
- Basic kitchen tools and their use;
- Planning your workflow and preparing mise en place.
Basic cooking techniques
- Boiling, frying, stewing, baking;
- Preparing sauces and side dishes;
- Techniques for quick and proper food preparation.
A variety of dishes for every day
- Soups, salads, main courses of meat, fish, and vegetables;
- Breakfast, lunch, and dinner options;
- Simple desserts for home use.
Combining ingredients and flavors
- Combining textures and flavors;
- Using spices and herbs to enhance flavor;
- Practice creating signature dishes.
Decoration and presentation
- The basics of plate serving;
- Beautiful presentation of dishes at home;
- Minimalism and creativity in presentation.
Final master classes
- Preparation of a complex lunch consisting of 3–4 dishes;
- Individual feedback from the instructor;
- Certificate of successful completion of the course.
Format
- In-person classes in the school’s fully equipped kitchen;
- Online option: video lessons, homework assignments, instructor support;
- Opportunity for individual consultations.
Outcome
- Confidence in preparing a variety of dishes at home;
- Mastery of basic and intermediate culinary techniques;
- Skills in combining ingredients and serving dishes;
- Certificate of course completion.
Course cost
- Standard in-person course: $450 for 6 weeks
- Online with video recordings and teacher support: $300
- Premium (live master classes + individual support): $750