Skills classes for beginners are designed to help you feel comfortable and confident in the kitchen, no matter your starting point. Whether you’re just learning to hold a knife or looking to master basic techniques, these classes offer hands-on instruction in a supportive environment. Discover practical skills that make everyday cooking easier and more enjoyable, all at a pace that suits you. With approachable guidance and plenty of encouragement, you’ll gain the foundation you need to start cooking with ease.

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    Always a great time with chef Joy. We have donec4 classes with her and have enjoyed them all....I would love for him to teach another/next level knife skills class....We love Sur La Table

    fun, informative, knowledgeable instructor

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    Great class....Great class, unfortunately you cannot bring your own wine anymore to drink with the dinner....Great instructor...had a great time, except for no wine with our food.

    great instructor, food amount, great time

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    Kelly was great - very fun and informative!...I am so glad I did it, it was a great learning experience

    hands-on experience, fun experience, excellent teaching

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    It was So Fun with the best instructor ! She was so helpful and nice ?...d great!...Chef Michael was awesome; great instructor and fun. The recipes are fantastic. Very enjoyable!!

    informative, fun, delicious meal

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    Cooking Class Description: Join us as we whip up a traditional tiramisu! Our chef instructor will walk you through making ladyfingers from scratch and building your cake. By the end of class, you’ll have a complete tiramisu ready to set up in the refrigerator....

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    Cooking Class Description: Put your farmers market haul to good use in this class spotlighting in-season veggies. You'll learn to make pie dough for your savory summer tomato, caramelized onion and goat cheese galette and practice your emulsion and knife...

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    Cooking Class Description: Dive into fresh seafood in our newest Focus Series! In this Lobster 101 class, we teach you about the decadent crustacean while making Maine-Style Lobster Rolls. Our chef instructor will guide you through cooking live lobster...

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    Cooking Class Description: Enjoy sweet summer treats in this hands-on class designed for kids and adults to cook together. Take a shortcut to cake pops by using premade cake as you learn to mix cream cheese frosting, shape cake pop centers and decorate...

    good teacher, enjoyable, bonding experience

  • Cooking Class Description: In this class, our chef instructor will teach you how to craft a delicious Vietnamese-style vermicelli noodle bowl. You will prepare chicken with chile and lemongrass and chop up fresh mint and peanuts to complete the delightful...

  • Cooking Class Description: Transport your kitchen to the Spanish coast in this interactive online class. You'll learn how to build a rich, aromatic sofrito, layer bold flavors with chicken and chorizo and cook rice to tender perfection while mastering...

  • Cooking Class Description: Fire up your oven and get ready for a taste of the South! In this focused online class, your chef instructor will walk you through making fall-off-the-bone Bourbon Glazed Ribs with a rich glaze that balances sweet and smoky...

  • Cooking Class Description: Learn how to cook this classic French meal—in just 60 minutes. We'll pan-sear salmon and perfectly sauté green beans for a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.



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  • Cooking Class Description: We'll show you how to customize a to-go charcuterie box perfect for taking along to your next picnic. As a bonus, we'll also show you how to make a refreshing peach mint lemonade cocktail to enjoy alongside your spread.



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  • Cooking Class Description: Make the most of these fruits and veggies in this class! You’ll learn how to quick-pickle vegetables like red onions and sugar snap peas. Our chef instructor will teach you the tips and tricks to building flavor with fresh...

  • Cooking Class Description: Take your macaron skills somewhere tropical! In this focused online class, your chef instructor will guide you through every step of making these elegant French confections, from whipping a perfect meringue and mastering the...

  • Cooking Class Description: Learn how to master one of brunch's most iconic dishes from the comfort of your own kitchen. In just 60 minutes, we'll walk you through poaching eggs to perfection and whisking together a silky from-scratch Hollandaise Sauce...

  • Cooking Class Description: Soak up as much sangria knowledge as you can in our latest Focus Series Mixology class. Our chef instructor will teach you about the history of sangria, components of the perfect sangria and how to switch up your recipe depending...

  • Cooking Class Description: Shakshuka is a classic dish, loved worldwide for its savory flavor and aromatic spices. In this class, you'll learn how to create the dish as you simmer tomatoes and spices until they become a rich and flavorful sauce ready...

  • Cooking Class Description: Get your French fill in this tasty new Focus Series class! We’ll teach you how to make traditional Brittany-style buckwheat crêpes and a version using all-purpose flour, too. You’ll learn how to properly cook your crêpes, as...

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    Cooking Class Description: Enjoy the flavors of an Italian summer in this hands-on class centered on fresh pasta and vibrant seasonal ingredients. Your chef instructor will guide you through making pasta dough from scratch before shaping it into garganelli...

  • Cooking Class Description: Who needs takeout when you can easily recreate your Chinese restaurant favorites at home? In this hands-on class, our instructor will introduce you to the spices and ingredients that make Chinese cuisine uniquely delicious...

  • Cooking Class Description: The quintessential summer treats, strawberry shortcakes make a great finale to every BBQ, picnic and outdoor dinner party. Using fresh strawberries and a few simple pantry staples, you'll learn to make classic strawberry shortcakes...

  • Cooking Class Description: Make a flavorful meal without even touching your oven! This class delves into delicious seasonal fare, ideal for summer gatherings. Our chef instructor will walk you through grilling a steak, pairing it with a freshly made...

  • Cooking Class Description: Take your kitchen confidence to the next level with this 1-hour hands-on knife skills workshop. In a small group of just four guests, you’ll get personalized coaching from a Sur La Table chef as you learn to chop, slice, dice,...

Skills Classes for Beginners