Knife Skills

First day back after a few weeks no classes. But we got into it right away.

Knife skills is the most important skills to have in the kitchen. It's amazing that some people, after so many years of cooking, have no idea how to hold a knife properly. Maybe that's why this specific class is popular at the store.
During this class, one is taught how to hold a knife like a real chef, arm and hand placement, and various classic french cuts like baton, jullienne, and brunoise among others.



As simple as this sounds, it's a struggle to learn them properly. Some say you can't teach old dogs new tricks, but after this class, most of my students walked away with a greater knowledge and confidence in using a knife. They also walk away with a knife. A brand new Victorinox 8inch Chef Knife.
Even though this is all hands on, we still had time to whip up something to eat. With expertly cut vegetables, we made a Indian Spiced Sweet Potato Soup, and a very simple Raw Vegetable Pasta taken from the River Cafe Cookbook Too Easy.



The class went great. No one cut themselves which I'm very proud of (keepin' the streak alive). Everyone left happy, knowing their kitchen/cutting skills are greatly improved. It's the knife Skills Class' that i get the most response from. Students who took the class years ago still come in and mention how this class has changed the way they cook.

Next Class
River Cafe; Classic Italian Cookbook