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The Fundamentals of Cooking

The Fundamentals of Cooking

with Kevin Patricio, Carl Raymond

Location: The Kitchen
Price: $125.00
Date:

This class is part of the Astor Center Basics-package.

Give this class as a gift.

This exciting introductory course is designed to embolden the novice chef in the home kitchen. 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. Searing, poaching, braising, sous vide, a la plancha - no rock will be left unturned! Each member of the class will have the opportunity to cook alongside Kevin, 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.

Following this intensive and hands-on course, the class will wind down just like the pros, over a glass of wine and/or beer along with an intimate how to on tasting critically and pairing.

This class is alternately taught by Kevin Patricio and Carl Raymond. Please email info@astorcenternyc.com to inquire about the instructor for a specific class date.
Kevin Patricio
Kevin’s career has showed that there is no set path in the pursuit of a life in food. His culinary experience began at Food & Wine Magazine where he did many of the magazine’s...read more
Carl Raymond
Carl Raymond’s culinary passions began years ago growing up on the coast of Maine and combine his strong New England roots with a fascination with world cuisine. After...read more