Private Cooking Classes

“...no one is born a great cook, one learns by doing.”
― Julia Child, My Life in France
Individual Private Cooking Classes
Do you need a little ispiration in the kitchen? Sign up for one of my classes and learn a few new recipies, techniques, and cooking tips, that will inspire you to make cooking an enjoyable and fulfilling part of your life. I find that many of clients learn best when using your their own kitchen and equipment, by not only allowing them to feel comfortable using cookware and tools properly, but also enabling them to execute the new recipes and techniques learned again and again!
What You’re Getting
Cooking classes can range between 1 ½ and 3 ½ hours, depending on the menu choices. Typically we will prepare 3 to 4 dishes from start to finish. All menus are custom designed to suit your tastes, skill level, goals, and available kitchen equipment.
Open Group Cooking Classes
Interested in hosting a class in your own home? A perfect excuse for celebrating a birthday or a bride, a fun and educational option for friends and family, or even a great excuse to have a couples cooking class! These classes are typically limited to 8 people to ensure intimate instruction. We will make 4 seasonal recipes together, inspired by local cuisine, start to finish. During this time everyone will learn about proper food preporation, such as crucial knife skills or how to prevent cross contamination.
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Location
Classes can be held in almost any kitchen on Nantucket. When you sign up for a class, you will receive an email from me with a detailed questionnaire so that I may learn more about your kitchen layout and equipment. No kitchen is too small to teach in, but also be prepared to get creative if necessary if more space is required.
Menus
I have provided a few of my sample menus for some inspiration. Classes are tailored to individual tastes and instructional needs. Each student will receive electronic copies of the recipes at the end of class.
Scheduling
Weekend availability is extremely limited, and may need to be booked months in advance. Please be prepared to enjoy your class on a weeknight and know that date options are limited when contacting me, as dates fill up fast.
Pricing
Class costs include all ingredients, which I procure. If your menu choices require specialty ingredients beyond the scope of the sample recipes, supplemental fees may apply. Group class prices depend on number of people and menu items. To inquire about availability for a big group, please contact me.
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Gift Certificates
My private or group cooking classes are a unique birthday, graduation, or wedding gift! When you purchase a gift certificate, the recipient will receive an e-card from me, which will included a peronalized message written by you. Menu design and scheduling will work like any of my other classes. The recipient has one year to use the class, though if my scheduling difficulties are a factor, I will be flexible in honoring the gift.
To purchase a gift certificate, simply complete the contact form, and indicate the recipient’s name, email, and a short personal message from you, in your message to me, also include the date for the e-card to be sent.