Refining your culinary skills can be an exciting journey, regardless of your expertise level. Gourmandise Technique Classes provide a pathway to unlocking the full extent of your culinary skills and expertise. Whether you’re a novice seeking a starting point or a seasoned home cook looking to elevate your skills, these classes provide a structured approach to mastering essential techniques. Cooking is just like anything else: all it takes is some practice.
At the heart of these classes lies a commitment to demystifying the kitchen and empowering our students with confidence. Maybe you cook every week, but you want to hone your knife skills to be more efficient in the kitchen. Maybe you want to learn how to break down a chicken, select the freshest fish at the market, or cook the perfect omelet. This is what Gourmandise Technique Classes are all about.
Let’s delve into the diverse array of Technique Classes offered at Gourmandise: Knife Skills, Eggs, Sauces, Beef, Chicken, and Fish. Each class is designed to sharpen your skills and expand your culinary skills:
GOURMANDISE TECHNIQUE: Knife Skills
If you’re looking for somewhere to start, start with knife skills! This is where you’ll develop the essentials needed to ensure you can cut with precision, cook efficiently, and stay safe in the kitchen. Learn about all of the different types of knives available and how to care for them. Learn how to handle and use your knife correctly, break old or unsafe habits, and sharpen your slicing skills to cut with confidence…all while creating a tasty meal.
GOURMANDISE TECHNIQUE: Eggs
We know what you’re thinking – a whole class on eggs? The egg seems like such a humble ingredient, but there’s so much you can do with it. Often something that people unknowingly overcook, in this class you’ll crack open the secrets to making your eggs just right. And you’ll do it every which way – from fluffy scrambles and expertly rolled omelets to eggs that are coddled, shirred, fried, and perfectly poached (not to mention some bonus homemade English muffins and hollandaise sauce).
GOURMANDISE TECHNIQUE: Sauces
A truly good sauce can transform an entire meal. This class will help you instantly step your game up in the kitchen by learning the foundations of sauce-making. Pan sauces, mother sauces, romescos, remoulades, reductions…we’ll master them all in one fell swoop so you can feel confident creating all types of sauces to level up your go-to recipes.
GOURMANDISE TECHNIQUE: Beef
How is one cut of meat different from another? What are the different grades of beef and why is this important? Navigate the nuances of beef selection, preparation, and cooking methods in this comprehensive class. From understanding beef grades to mastering the art of steak doneness, explore the diverse culinary possibilities offered by various cuts of beef. Whether you’re craving a tender skirt steak, New York Strip, or succulent meatballs, this class empowers you to create restaurant-quality beef dishes in the comfort of your home kitchen.
GOURMANDISE TECHNIQUE: Chicken
Demystify the process of breaking down a whole chicken – it’s more doable than you think! In this class you’ll learn how to roast, sear, sauté, braise, and fry those breasts, thighs, and legs to perfection. With hands-on experience and expert guidance, conquer the art of chicken preparation and emerge as a confident home chef.
GOURMANDISE TECHNIQUE: Fish
You don’t have to go to a seafood restaurant to enjoy delicious, high-quality fish. Making great seafood at home is all about knowing how to select fresh fish, how to store it safely, and how to cook it correctly. Dive into all the details around sourcing and seasonality, and practice the techniques of searing, sautéing, and braising while you cook three different fish in three different ways.
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