Knife Skills Classes in NYC, New York

The same basic cutting techniques are used by all the master chefs across the globe. Knowing how to use kitchen knives safely and competently can lead to greater ease and joy in the kitchen as well as allowing you to expand your culinary repertoire. Join us for this two-hour hands-on class with Chef Maria as she leads you through the basics of using...

Everything you ever need to know about choosing, storing, sharpening, holding, and using the most important tool in the kitchen. We will have 8-inch chef's knives for you to practice on, but you are also welcome to bring your own knife. And so you have something to cook with all your expertly chopped ingredients, we'll also make: Vegetable Minestrone...

The most important skill in the kitchen before heading to the stove—it’ll change your life! Learn to slice and dice like a pro.  We discuss:  which knives you really need how to hold a knife for efficiency, speed and safety what it means to sharpen versus hone how to use your honing steel and a magical way to get the garlic smell...

This class will offer you a valuable set of culinary techniques to move you along in your kitchen education. Knife Skills Cooking Meat to Perfection (Pan-Roasted Chicken) Making Flavorful Pan Sauces (Classic Chicken Gravy) Roasting Vegetables (Roasted Potatoes + Seasonal Vegetables) Blanching Green Vegetables (String Beans with Lemon Gremolata)...

Learn to slice, dice, chop and chiffonade in this EXTREMELY hands-on (and hopefully fingers on) intensive training. Cooks of all levels will benefit from this fundamental course.  This includes two drinks AFTER we put the knives away, and a light meal made with the veggies you've cut!

Join us to build one of the most important skills in the kitchen – how to properly handle a knife. You’ll learn about the different types of kitchen knives (and when to use them), the most useful techniques, and how to maintain your knives, all while enjoying the food you prepare.  Our professional chefs will guide you through every technique...

Knowing how to use knives skillfully is the foundation of all cooking, and doesn't have to be scary or frustrating. Many home and even professional cooks don't always wield a knife correctly, however, which increases food preparation time and makes the process harder and less safe than it should be. Simply put, good knives are the foundation of a well...

After you’ve tackled these fundamental cooking techniques, there is no limit to the variation of plant-based meals you can make. Knife Skills Cooking Legumes (preparing and highly-seasoning chickpeas, white + black beans, and lentils) Preparing Grains (polenta, farro, quinoa, and rice) Roasting Vegetables (roasted seasonal vegetables;...

For a flash course on all the basics you need to make a varied and impressive meal, look no further. With a professional chef, you'll gain the skills vital for moving through any simple menu with ease.  You'll practice knife skills, roasting vegetables, , sauteing proteins & greens, a pan sauce, vinaigrette, and a simple fruit crisp. ...

Begin your journey to becoming a sushi master!  Sushi is considered by many as an art form. It takes years to learn properly and a lifetime to master! As we only have a humble few hours, our aim will not to become sushi masters overnight, but to learn the techniques, tips and tricks to recreate beautiful restaurant quality sushi at home. You...

Begin your journey to becoming a sushi master!  Sushi is considered by many as an art form. It takes years to learn properly and a lifetime to master! As we only have a humble few hours, our aim will not to become sushi masters overnight, but to learn the techniques, tips and tricks to recreate beautiful restaurant quality sushi at home. You...

In this crash course for the home cook, we’ll dive into the foundational techniques that once mastered will allow for freedom and creativity in the kitchen. You’ll practice your knife skills, and learn the best methods for roasting, searing, braising, and steaming using a variety of seasonal ingredients and proteins. Menu Roast Chicken with...

Experience the thrill of making your very own sushi, using our unique interactive teaching method. Eat well, gain a fantastic new skill and learn more about sushi then you ever thought possible. This class teaches all the skills needed to make maki sushi- rolls, including: How to make sushi rice Where to buy the best sushi fish in NYC How to make...

The depth of flavor and complexities of texture and flavor are what make ramen so alluring. Learn how to make various broths, perfect jammy eggs, and knife skills to finely slice vegetables and garnishes. This not the ramen of your college dorm room although fair warning that we do not fear MSG. Bring on the umami! About the Event Typically the...

Give your team a hands on cooking experience creating enchanting tapas. These small, savory dishes offer the opportunity to try various flavors all in one meal and explore Spanish cuisine.  Set in a high-end test kitchen, our chefs will introduce your team to these culinary masterpieces that include both meat and vegetarian options, and sweet...