A Taste of Korea: A Virtual Class

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-equipped kitchen. This class remedies all these basic issues: You will learn how to slice, dice, chop, and much more in the safest and most efficient manner. This class will even guide you through the practice of keeping your knives sharp and handling them correctly.

Mother Sauces and Their Derivatives is a three-day, hands-on course dedicated to mastering the foundational sauces of French cuisine. Through instruction and kitchen practice, you’ll explore the techniques, applications, and variations of the five mother sauces. You’ll begin with tomato sauce and béchamel, preparing classic variations such as shakshouka, sauce Portugaise served with grilled pork chop, croque monsieur or madame, and mac and cheese finished with Mornay. The course continues with velouté and espagnole through dishes like cream of mushroom soup, blanquette de veau, and duck with bordelaise sauce. You’ll finish with emulsified sauces, focusing on hollandaise and its derivatives through eggs Benedict, poached salmon with béarnaise, and vegetables and potatoes finished with sauce Maltaise.

Nothing beats the rich flavor and perfectly al dente texture of handmade pasta. So let's practice making our own pastas by hand and concoct some rich fillings, learning how to stuff ravioli, tortellini and cannelloni. As we make these three heavenly pastas, we'll complete them with homemade sauces that are the perfect complement to each shape and filling. You'll handcraft: lemon ricotta ravioli with sage brown butter, roasted red pepper tortellini in fra diavolo sauce, and beef angolotti in brodo.

Take a trip to the Mediterranean with "Essentials of Greek Cooking." This class reveals the secrets behind beloved Greek dishes by focusing on fresh ingredients and traditional techniques. You'll learn to make flaky, savory Spanakopita; master the art of delicate Dolmades (stuffed grape leaves) with bright Avgolemeno sauce; prepare a classic Horiatiki Salad; and create comforting Kota Kapama (a flavorful chicken and orzo dish simmered in a rich tomato sauce). Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors and traditions of Greek cuisine!