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FEATUREDPrefeti A.4.7(32)am very proficient easy going person who has interest in cooking and also like to teach student who are interested in learning Indian Vegetarian cuisine. .I can teach both North and South Indian kinds of Indian cuisine and at the same time provide ample tips for healthy cooking and diet. Specialty - Rajasthani Cuisine- Dal Baati, Gatte , Churma. Deserts like Halwa, seera, rasgulla, rajbhog, gujjia, kheer, paneer dishes, nan, biryani,Online$60/45 mins TOP RATEDChef Stevie M.4.9(20)I love cooking and I am very enthusiastic about it. I still get excited over a beautiful cut of beef or the perfume of fresh cut basil. My teaching stems from my natural joy of cooking and using fresh ingredients. I'm patient, fun and I truly enjoy teaching my students to cook. These classes are great for beginners. I will teach knife skills, Mise en place, saute, and other beginning skills. I also offer small party cooking classes where I teach 3 course dinners. These classes are limited to groups of 4 and are booked by calling for rates.2 menu item classes for up to groups of six are booked by calling for rates.Online$375/75 mins POPULARTatiana Z.4.9(54)I am a home-maker and I have been practising my home cooking for years. I would like to share my love of cooking with a broader audience. I cook a wide array of dishes; however, my favorites are Russian, Mediterranean, and Middle Eastern cooking. I am also a baker and would love to share my baking secrets.I will text you prior to our lesson to determine what type of food you would like and set the menu for the lesson. Within the course of an hour you will have an appetizer and a main dish for your family and a tasty recipe to add to your collection.Online$25/30 mins TOP RATEDTamia B.5(8)If you are transitioning into vegetarianism/veganism or you simple want to learn some quick and easy plant based meals, then this is the class for you! Not only can you learn quick and easy meals you can learn the art of treat making and basic baking!Online$63/60 mins POPULARAlexis D.Are you ready to learn or advance your cooking skills? Are you ready to impress yourself with your new found skills in the kitchen? If so, this class is for you! I will teach you how to make an exquisite meal in 30 minutes or less. I am an experienced elementary teacher with 4 years of culinary experience as well as my own private dining business. Cooking isn't just an essential life skill so let's have fun turning a chore into a delicious hobby! I look forward to cooking with you, see you soon! Online$69/60 mins TOP RATEDAmanda H.I grew up enjoying baking more than cooking. However, my great-aunt began to teach me cooking skills and my love for cooking grew. I am lucky to be able to pursue cooking in the workplace and have worked in a fast-paced environment where I make French cuisine. I look forward to helping you build your confidence in the kitchen and share with you all the wonders of cooking!Online$17/30 mins FEATUREDRossy R.5(21)"I've been cooking Dominican Food for almost all my life is my passion. My students have gone on to develop a deep love of Spanish culture, study abroad in the Caribbean, and more! Within the first few lessons, you'll start cooking simple dishes and as time goes on, you'll be able to cook Dominican food like a pro! I love working with students of all experience levels and espero contar con su presencia!"Online$15/30 mins
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Kim (Cooking lessons with Emily A.)
I used to eat take-out every night and generally felt overwhelmed whenever I walked into the kitchen. I never knew that cooking could be fun until I met Chef Stevie. She's highly skilled, passionate
Marshall (Cooking lessons with Chef Stevie M.)
Emily was a patient & knowledgeable instructor. She was easy to talk to & answered all my questions. She made cooking my first frittata an enjoyable experience! I highly recommend cooking with Emily!
Monica (Cooking lessons with Emily A.)
She was great and the dish was amazing
HJ (Cooking lessons with Emily A.)
Great. Excited trying new recipes.
Kim (Cooking lessons with Emily A.)
I used to eat take-out every night and generally felt overwhelmed whenever I walked into the kitchen. I never knew that cooking could be fun until I met Chef Stevie. She's highly skilled, passionate
Marshall (Cooking lessons with Chef Stevie M.)
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FAQs
Which course is best for cooking? ›
Some of the popular Cooking Courses include Certificate Course in Food Production, BA in Culinary Arts, BHM Culinary Arts, PGD in Culinary Arts, Diploma in Culinary Arts, etc.
How can I learn to cook for free? ›...
5 Free Online Cooking Classes to Make Delicious and Healthy Meals
- Cooking for Busy Healthy People (Web): Stanford University's Free Cooking Course. ...
- Homemade (Web): Live Online Cooking Classes for Free. ...
- Delia Online Cookery School (Web): Five-Step Cooking Course for Beginners.
- 1 Thomas Keller Teaches Cooking Techniques MasterClass. ...
- 2 Thomas Keller Masterclass 2 – Meats, stocks, and sauces. ...
- 3 Dominique Ansel Teaches French Pastry Fundamentals. ...
- 4 Gordon Ramsay Teaches Cooking MasterClass. ...
- 5 Wolfgang Puck Teaches Cooking MasterClass.
Cooking doesn't come naturally for everyone, but if you allow yourself some time to practice, you'll eventually be able to gain the skills to make delicious meals from the comfort of your home!
Which is the easiest cooking method to learn? ›Baking. One of the most popular methods of cooking is baking this is probably one of the easiest to master; you will simply need to heat the oven to a temperature and then place your food in.
How can I learn to cook easily? ›- Get Into a Routine. Like anything, learning to cook well requires practice. ...
- Start With the Basics. ...
- Keep It Simple. ...
- Grow Your Spice Collection. ...
- Invest in a Set of Pans. ...
- Make Sure Your Knives Are Sharp. ...
- Plan Ahead. ...
- Cook in Bulk.
Basic cooking skills can be mastered in as little as a day or two for some, for others it may take a bit more practice and repetition. So keep at it!
How do I learn to cook like a professional? ›- Get the Right Kitchen Tools. ...
- Keep Your Knives Sharp. ...
- Create a Cooking Notebook. ...
- Prep Everything. ...
- Waste Not, Want Not. ...
- Keep It Clean. ...
- Learn How to Disassemble a Whole Chicken. ...
- Master the Fine Art of Eggs.
Yes. You can become a successful chef without going to culinary school. There is no special degree or certification that makes someone a chef. The title is earned through hard work and experience.
What is the course called for cooking? ›So, put simply, culinary arts refer to the art of preparing, cooking, presenting and serving food. This may often be in the form of meals in a restaurant, but culinary arts can refer to all professions that involve preparing, cooking and presenting food.