Learn foundational cooking methods as taught in our Professional Program. This is your opportunity to explore cooking techniques through a series of fourteen hands-on, Sunday daytime classes. These intensive workshops are perfect for the advanced home cook who is looking to learn the theory and science of food, as well as hone their dinner party skills!
Chef Instructor: ELI SILVERTHORNE
14 Class Series ticket price: $1,600 + HST
2026-27 CLASS DATES and METHODS:
1. Sunday Oct 18, 2026 | Kitchen Introduction (10am-12pm)
2. Sunday Oct 25 | Boiling
3. Sunday Nov 1 | Poaching & Sous Vide
4. Sunday Nov 8 | Pan-Frying
5. Sunday Nov 15 | Sautéing
6. Sunday Nov 22 | Stir-Frying
7. Sunday Nov 29 | Deep-Frying
8. Sunday Dec 6 | Braising & Stewing
9. Sunday Dec 13 | Roasting
10. Sunday Jan 10, 2027 | Baking
11. Sunday Jan 17 | Steaming
12. Sunday Jan 24 | Grilling
13. Sunday Jan 31 | Salt Curing & Ceviche
14. Sunday Feb 7 | Group Dinner*
Class Series ticket price: $1,600 + HST
For 2026-27 CLASS METHODS and RECIPES, download the document below:
2026_14-Week Class_Descriptions_09-23-26
THE FINE PRINT:
1. Classes are for participants 16 years and older.
2. Class participants are required to wear closed toed shoes.
3. Class participants will be provided with an apron and all necessary tools and equipment.
4. Menus, recipes and instructors are subject to change as required.
5. Classes are from 10am – 2pm on each scheduled Sunday at the School’s Kitchens at 136 Ontario Street, Stratford, ON unless otherwise noted.
6. All pre-paid Open Kitchen reservations are non-refundable.
7. Unfortunately we cannot accommodate guests with Celiac disease in this series of classes.
8. Latecomers will not be admitted after 20 minutes of class time has elapsed. Please arrive on time.
9. If you are feeling unwell or unable to attend due to inclement winter weather, please contact admin@stratfordchef.com to discuss alternate options.
* Two Group Dinner guests per class participant are included in course fee. Optional wine pairings available for $20 per person.
Chef Instructor Eli Silverthorne
BON APPETIT!
Questions? Email admin@stratfordchef.com or call 519.271.14