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Culinary Foundations: Cooking Techniques

  • The Kitchen House 26 East King Street Orlando, FL, 32804 United States (map)

This five-part foundational series teaches you the basics so you can increase your comfort and confidence in the kitchen! Purchase the series as a bundle and save, or as individual classes. 

Dice, simmer, bake, go! In this five-part hands-on cooking series, we’ll sharpen your skills with essential culinary techniques to make your time in the kitchen more joyful. Through engaging demonstrations and simple recipes you cook and taste yourself, you’ll learn the reasoning behind the technique so you can start improvising with ease. Students may choose to purchase single classes, or attend all five at a bundle rate.

At The Kitchen House, we build community around sustainable, whole foods by enjoying a communal meal we all cooked together.

Practice Makes Delicious

Build confidence in the kitchen by learning the core techniques every cook should know. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore fundamentals such as sautéing, roasting, blanching, and simmering—understanding not just the method, but why it works. Through guided practice and approachable recipes, you’ll develop skills that make everyday cooking more efficient and flavorful. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their culinary foundation.

Meet Your Culinary Educator, Megan Amnott

Chef Megan received her degree in Culinary Science from Le Cordon Bleu’s College of Culinary Arts in 2016. Before joining The Kitchen House as Program Manager, Megan gained experience in a variety of respected kitchens, and worked as a private chef. Her background in fine dining and hospitality shapes her approach to culinary education, blending technical skill with an inviting and approachable teaching style. She’s passionate about helping people connect with food in a fun and meaningful way.

Meet your Culinary Educator, Blake Herndon

Blake graduated from Le Cordon Bleu London in 2024 while working for a biodynamic market garden operated by Farmacy London. He learned the value of a home-cooked farm-fresh meal by shelling peas and shucking corn in North Florida with his grandparents, and has been recreating the southern comfort of their kitchen ever since. Blake’s mission is to root the Southern comfort food of his childhood in principles of nutrition, regenerative provenance, and well-being. Blake’s resumé includes Prato Winter Park, Highball & Harvest at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Michelin-starred Elske in Chicago, and The Cat’s Meow in Sydney Australia.


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Culinary Foundations: Cooking Techniques 9/1/26
$75.00

This five-part foundational series teaches you the basics so you can increase your comfort and confidence in the kitchen! Purchase the series as a bundle and save, or as individual classes. 

Dice, simmer, bake, go! In this five-part hands-on cooking series, we’ll sharpen your skills with essential culinary techniques to make your time in the kitchen more joyful. Through engaging demonstrations and simple recipes you cook and taste yourself, you’ll learn the reasoning behind the technique so you can start improvising with ease. Students may choose to purchase single classes, or attend all five at a bundle rate.

Session 2: Cooking Techniques

Build confidence in the kitchen by learning the core techniques every cook should know. In this hands-on class, you’ll explore fundamentals such as sautéing, roasting, blanching, and simmering—understanding not just the method, but why it works. Through guided practice and approachable recipes, you’ll develop skills that make everyday cooking more efficient and flavorful. Perfect for beginners or anyone looking to strengthen their culinary foundation.

Ages 15+

Culinary Foundations

Session 1: Knife Skills, August 24th, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 2: Cooking Techniques, September 1st, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 3: Baking Basics, September 14th 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 4: The Science of Cooking, October 1st, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Session 5: Stocks, Soups, and Sauces, October 13th, 6:00pm-8:00pm

*Sessions may be purchased individually for $75/student, or save on a five-session bundle for $350/student! To purchase individual sessions, go to the first date of the series.

Ages 15+. Must have 1 adult participant per every 2 minor participants.


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The Kitchen House periodically uses photographs, video tape, or digital recordings of activities and events for positive promotional materials and as part of instructional programs in print material, social media and on our website.  I understand that The Kitchen House will not disclose names, identities, or personal information of any kind in association with the images.  I give permission to use attendees' photographs.

Release for Medical Liability

I understand I am attending this class at my own risk and release The Kitchen House from liability from damages arising from personal injury on or about the premises.

If student is under 18, I give permission for my child to attend this class and accept the inherent risks of cooking and gardening and release The Kitchen House from liability from damages arising from personal injury on or about the premises.


Class Cancellation & Refund Policy

Thank you for your purchase. Please note that all ticket sales for programs and events at The Kitchen House are final. Due to the planning and preparation required for each event, we do not offer refunds or exchanges. Please review your order carefully before completing your purchase. Thank you. 

In the event that a program is cancelled by The Kitchen House, all participants will be issued a full refund.

Dietary Information

This is a fully vegetarian-friendly program that may include dairy, gluten, nuts, and soy. While we will do our best to accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions noted in the checkout form, The Kitchen House is not a nut-free or soy-free facility, and cross-contamination is possible. We appreciate your understanding.


 
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