one week Fundamentals bootcamp

Welcome to our immersive one-week cooking course, "Fundamentals", where we lay the groundwork for your culinary journey. From learning pro level knife skills and sharpening techniques to understanding the essential language of a thinking chef, we equip you with the tools for success in the kitchen. You'll learn the art of Mise en place and multitasking, ensuring every component of your dish is perfectly prepared. Dive deep into cooking methods, from moist to dry heat, and grasp the "why's" and "how's" behind essential cooking terms. We'll explore the art of crafting flavorful salads and vinaigrettes and teach you how to personalize recipes to suit your taste. With a focus on soups, stocks, and sauce-making, you'll develop a foundational understanding of flavor profiles. Discover the art of plating and choreographing your kitchen movements. Get hands-on experience with various metal surfaces, protein preparation, and the nuances of working with spices. This course is your comprehensive introduction to the diverse and exciting world of culinary arts.

This course is Monday to Friday from 9:30am to approx 2:30pm

Tuition for this boot camp includes a NWCAV tote bag, 8 inch chef knife, paring knife, metal bench scraper, wet stone, ceramic honing rod, vegetable peeler and two tea towels.

Day 1

• Chicken Stock

• Tossed Salad

• Grilled Peach, Feta, and Watermelon Salad

• Azteca Soup

• Mix Focaccia

Skills:  Knife Cuts, Stockmaking, Vinaigrette, Composed Salad, Spices, Soup Making

Day 2

• French Omelet

• Seafood Chowder

• Bake Focaccia

• Aglio e Olio

• Cook Grains

• Saltimbocca w/ Pan Sauce

Skills: Coagulation, Roux/Bechamel, Bread baking, Cooking Pasta, Pan-Searing, Pan Sauces

Day 3

• Avocado Toast Eggs “Benny”

• Poached Fish w/ Warm Potato, Green Bean, and Olive Salad

• Aranitas

• Prawn Ceviche

• Demo Dry Rub Chicken

• Tomato Sauce

Skills: Hollandaise, Soft-Boiled Egg, Latino Cuisine, Traditional Tomato Sauce

Day 4

• Shakshuka

• BBQ Chicken Thighs + Coleslaw

• Carbonara

• Pesto Demo

• Gnocchi w/ Tomato Pesto Sauce

Skills: Middle East Spices/Flavours, Egg Poaching, Egg Coagulation, Revisit Pasta Cooking, Smoking

Day 5

• Fried Grain Rice w/ Sunny Side up Egg

• Puttanesca

• Korean fried mushrooms + Glaze demo

• Steak w/ Sauce Diane

Skills: Wok, Egg Cookery, Deep Frying, Revisit Pan Searing w/ emphasis on protein doneness, sauce making.