Where to Learn Real Cooking Skills in Salt Lake City
Learning to cook better at home doesn’t mean you have to study under Chef Gordon Ramsay – but you will need more than just a night at home watching Next Level Chef if you want to cook like the pros. Watching famous chefs on TV whip up perfect dishes can be inspiring, but it won’t teach you why your sauce broke or how to fix it. You can’t ask your TV, “Why is my chicken is always dry?” or “How should I be holding this knife?”
Salt Lake Culinary Education (SLICE) fills in the gaps with hands-on classes led by professional chefs who actually answer your questions in real time. Instead of rewinding a video three times to figure out what went wrong, you get immediate feedback and correction. While the chefs on TV make everything look easy in their perfectly prepped kitchens, SLICE’s instructors teach you the techniques behind the magic – from basic knife skills to creating restaurant-worthy dishes your family will love.
These aren’t just demonstrations where you watch someone else cook either. You’ll be at your own station, knife in hand, getting hands-on experience and guidance with expert chefs. No editing magic – just real cooking skills you can use at home.
Here are some cooking classes that we offer all year and are sure to help you improve your skills and have more fun in the kitchen!
Start with the Foundation: Knife Skills
Basic knife skills make every aspect of cooking faster, safer and more enjoyable.
In SLICE’s two-and-a-half hour knife skills class, professional chefs teach you the basics of knife handling and maintenance. You’ll learn how to hold your knife properly and master basic cutting techniques.
The class is hands-on, you’ll practice your skills while making a simple meal, with instructors providing immediate feedback.
This foundation makes all future cooking faster and more efficient.
Learn more about our basic knife skills classes in Salt Lake City here.
Build Skills Through Date Night Classes
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Date night cooking classes are a relaxed way to learn new skills.
These 3-hour sessions pair you with professional chefs who will guide you through a complete meal.
You’ll learn how to time different components of a meal, organize your workspace and master specific cooking techniques.
The classes range from French classics to Asian cuisine, so you can build a broader cooking foundation while having fun. You’ll work at your own station with all of the necessary equipment provided so you can focus on learning.
Check out our fun date night cooking classes in Salt Lake City here.
International Cooking
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International cooking classes will open up new possibilities for your home cooking.
Each 3-hour class is focused on a specific cuisine, with instructors teaching you about traditional ingredients and where to find them locally. You’ll learn the fundamental techniques that define each cuisine, from basic sauces to spice combinations.
The skills you gain will translate well to other types of cooking so you’ll be more versatile in your own kitchen. These are great for expanding your weeknight dinner options.
Browse through our international cooking classes here.
Add Baking to Your Skillset
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In SLICE’s baking classes you’ll learn the science behind baking.
Professional instructors will demonstrate proper measuring and mixing techniques, explain how ingredients work together and how temperature and timing affect the outcome. You’ll learn the basics of bread and pastry making, depending on which class or workshop you choose.
These precision skills will improve all your cooking, teaching you patience and attention to detail that will benefit every dish you make.
Learn more about our baking and pastry classes in Salt Lake City here.
For Those Who Want More
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For home cooks who want more, SLICE’s 12-week professional culinary course is the way to go.
With over 300 hours of hands-on instruction you’ll develop professional level skills while learning kitchen organization and menu planning. Although designed for professionals, many home cooks take this course to build serious skills.
The curriculum is structured so you learn systematically, building on each new skill.
Request more information about culinary school in Salt Lake City here.
Create Your Learning Path
Start with knife skills class – this foundation makes all other cooking easier. Then try a date night or international cooking class to practice those skills while learning new techniques.
Add specific skill classes based on what you want to cook at home. If you cook family dinners, focus on technique classes. If you want to bake birthday cakes, start with basic baking.
Homework is key. Choose one technique from each class and use it at home until it becomes second nature.
You don’t need years of experience to cook great food at home. Through focused, hands-on classes you can build the skills to cook meals your family will love. Browse through the cooking classes in Salt Lake City here and get started!
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