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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    We love Sur La Table...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.

    fun, informative, knowledgeable instructor

  • (93)

    We love SLT cooking classes, highly recommend!...Great experience! I'll be back!...Elise was a great teacher!...The fresh, homemade butter was the best! So fun!

    informative, fun, fantastic instructor

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    Cooking Class Description: In this class, we’ll show you how to create a fabulous dinner using the freshest, most flavorful ingredients sourced from land and sea. Learn the secrets of grilling steak and cooking shrimp to perfection every time. Using...

    great instructor, food amount, great time

  • (65)

    Great Class!...Our instructor did a great job - it was thoroughly enjoyable and along with the recipes that we took...Great British Baking

    fun instructor, useful recipes, great instructor

  • (44)

    We had great time! Yummy recipes. We love these classes. ??...Great Experience...What a great cooking experience....Jenny was a great instructor and took the time to explain everything as well as answer any questions...Food was great and we have already...

    fun, taste, enjoyable class

  • (28)

    Great!...Overall a great class, great food, would recommend!...We had a great time but I had hoped for more hands-on participation....The instructor, Gram, was great though and the food was absolutely delicious.

    delicious food, delicious meal, complete meal

  • (22)

    Great class!

    enjoyable, hands-on, informative

  • (22)

    This was one of the best classes ever!...Great family fun...What a great family excursion! We had a wonderful time with Chef Tony.

    enjoyable experience, clear instructions, fun

  • (6)

    Great Class!!...Great class! Lots of fun!!...Joining in online was a great experience and our instructor was fabulous.

    useful skills, enjoyable experience, recipe

  • (4)

    Cooking Class Description: Practice knife skills, stir-frying and building balanced flavors while learning how to create perfect Pad Thai.



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    Cooking Class Description: Entertain the Mediterranean way! In this class, our chef instructor will teach you how to build a traditional mezze platter filled with a selection of the region’s most delicious appetizers. You’ll learn about spices and ingredients...

    delicious

  • (3)

    Food was excellent; Vanessa is a great teacher

    great teacher, excellent food, clear directions

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    Cooking Class Description: S’more fun than you can imagine! Join us as we show you how to create everyone’s favorite ooey gooey summer treat. You’ll learn how to shape and cut crispy homemade graham crackers, then whip up fluffy marshmallows—just add...

    thorough instruction, patience, enjoyable outcome

  • Cooking Class Description: Discover the ease of make-ahead desserts in this hands-on class focused on a classic Chocolate Icebox Cake. You’ll learn how to layer chocolate wafers, whipped cream and quick cherry jam into a no-bake dessert that’s perfect...

  • Cooking Class Description: Take your taste buds on vacation! In this class, our chef instructor will teach you the techniques for achieving tasty tropical cocktails. You’ll shake, stir and blend and work with fresh fruits and Caribbean liquors to achieve...

  • Cooking Class Description: Build a strong foundation in seafood cookery in this technique-driven class. You’ll learn how to achieve perfectly crisp salmon skin, gently poach shrimp and prepare classic mussels marinières. Our chef instructor will also...

  • Cooking Class Description: Discover the art of manual coffee brewing in an intimate, one-hour hands-on class at Sur La Table. Limited to just four guests, you'll enjoy personalized instruction from our in-house coffee specialist as you learn how to brew...

  • 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,...

  • Cooking Class Description: Refine your pastry skills with this technique-driven deep dive into classic French macarons. In this 3-hour class, our chef instructor will guide you through every step—from whipping stable meringue to mastering macaronage,...

  • Cooking Class Description: Celebrate Father’s Day with wings! The whole family will have fun in this class as you learn how to create flavorful, juicy wings. Our chef instructor will show kids knife safety skills as they prepare veggie sticks to eat...

  • 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,...

  • Cooking Class Description: Discover the art of manual coffee brewing in an intimate, one-hour hands-on class at Sur La Table. Limited to just four guests, you'll enjoy personalized instruction from our in-house coffee specialist as you learn how to brew...

  • 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: 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