Only with a basic understanding of the composition and structure of everyday ingredients can thoughtful chefs cook with a reliable confidence. In this extended class, students will explore a practical materials science approach to a number of fundamental culinary preparations, in order to gain insight into the chemistry and physics at play in the kitchen. Concepts covered will include emulsions and foams, proteins and starches, and caramelization and the Maillard reaction. Recipe exercises incorporating these processes will include: Vanilla Ice Cream Profiteroles; Passion Fruit Meringue Tarts; Salted Caramel Bonbons; and Soft Pretzels. Professionals, $100; students and alumni, $60.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
You will work in teams to execute the class menu. At the end of class, participants gather to enjoy the food they have prepared. Wine is served with meals in most classes. All class menus are subject to change. While a snack platter is offered in both morning and evening classes, you may want to consider a light snack before joining us for class. Students are encouraged to bring a light lunch or dinner to all pastry classes.
Seafood, vegetables, whole grains, herbs and olive oil are among the ingredients most associated with countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea. They make for flavorful dishes that trigger memories of sunbathed vacations and leisurely meals. This class focuses on the cuisines of Southern France, Eastern Spain, Italy and Greece. You will cook your way through a menu-map that includes French olive tapenade on garlic toast; Greek briam; Spanish fideua Catalania; and Sicilian pesce spada.
This series covers all you need to know to create spectacular piped and hand-molded cake decorations. After completing the class, students will be able to design and create gorgeous cakes for friends and family. Courses in this series must be taken in sequence. Prerequisite: Techniques of Cake Decorating 1. Cake Decorating 2: Rolled fondant; ruffling; extension work; royal icing lacework; brush embroidery; and gum paste flowers.
Ranked as America’s Best Culinary School (USAToday 2019), our roster of Chef-Instructors have run top kitchens around the globe.
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