Fundamentals of Cooking

Description:
A 4-hour long intensively interactive experience, the Fundamentals of Cooking includes an Introduction and Philosophy of Cooking, Essential Tools of the Trade, and The Building Blocks of Technique, including everything from basic knife skills to knowing which cooking process to use to achieve any number of desired outcomes.

Each member of the class will have the opportunity to cook alongside Chef, so get ready to get your hands dirty!

By aiding in the preparation and execution of an array of essential recipes for any cook, you'll walk away from this class feeling confident, creative, and ready to tackle surprising new things in the kitchen.

The class will begin with a thorough discussion of a chef's most important tool: your knife. You will learn the basics of what you need and what you don't. Next, you'll move to the cutting boards for some hands-on practice to perfect your skills.

From here, you'll explore the building blocks of technique; focusing on two of the most important cooking methods, roasting and sauteing.

You'll learn how to debone a chicken, the secrets to making a perfect roasted chicken, as well as the proper roasting techniques to use for any number of proteins.

You'll also learn the skills for fail safe sauteing and how to make perfect pan sauces to finish your dishes.

Following this intensive and hands-on course, the class will wind down just like the pros, over a glass of wine and your delicious creations!

The full meal preparation often results in a chicken dinner with sauteed chicken, roasted green beans and cherry tomatoes, with a roasted potato accompaniment. This menu is subject to change without notice.

Availability:
Once a month. Varying schedule.
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Location(s):
New York, NY - NoHo

Essential Information:
Participants must be 21 years of age to participate.

Duration:
4 hours

Maximum Participants:
There are up to 36 participants in this experience.

Spectators:
Not Allowed

Weather Dependent:
This experience is not weather dependent.

What to Wear:
Casual attire is fine.

Booking Information:
For this experience, it is recommended to request bookings at least 21 days in advance.

Cancellation Policy:
Prior to scheduling/booking a date for this experience, Cloud 9's standard return and exchange policy shall apply. Once you have received a booking confirmation, cancellations and rescheduling are allowed up to 1 week prior to the Experience. Failure to appear on your booked date, cancel or reschedule at least 1 week prior to your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your Experience.

Experience ID:
LIF-NEW-0056