Knife Skills 101 : Holiday Prep Like a Pro!

About this event

Before the holiday cooking begins, sharpen the skill you’ll use more than any other! In Holiday Prep Like a Pro , we’re taking our popular knife skills class and giving it a seasonal twist. Learn how to chop, dice, mince, slice, and tackle those tricky holiday ingredients with more confidence, consistency, and—most importantly—safety. Our chefs will cover proper knife handling, choosing the right knife for the job, efficient prep techniques, and professional tips that can make holiday cooking faster and less stressful. Whether you’re hosting the feast or simply lending a hand in the kitchen, these are skills you’ll use long after the holidays are over.

What to Expect

Great cooking is about more than just recipes- it's about celebrating culinary experiences with a foodie community. In this class, you'll learn with other students in a positive, interactive environment led by our professional Chef instructor.

• Length: Approximately 1 1.2 hours

• Format: Hands-On. Get ready to stir up your inner chef as you work with other students, typically in groups of four people, guided by the chef instructor. You’ll be standing and cooking during the class, so please wear comfortable, closed-toed shoes and have long hair tied back.

• Restrictions: Ages 16 and older. Students under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a paying adult.

What You Will Learn: - Different knives and their purpose - Knife safety - How to care for your knife - Different knife cuts and their purpose

Experience Options

• Allergies: We will attempt to accommodate any true medical allergy with advance notice. Please indicate allergies when completing the ticket purchase.

From La Bonne Vie Personal Chef + Catering