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JDR@myok
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11-March-2011 09:02
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Hiya, we have some chefs in our kitchen lately that would like to start cooking classes. I think our unique selling points would be that we have the space for hands-on classes (yes, everyone can have a go) and that the chefs would be teaching their native cuisines (french baking, east african traditional food, japanese sushi & gyoza, etc.) at an affordable price. My question is, are these the kind of classes you are likely to attend or would you prefer big name chefs with the big price-tag that comes with it?
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Gourmel
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11-March-2011 09:43
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I like your idea, I would definitely go. I've always loved going to a friend's house to learn how to cook authentic dishes from their mothers/grandmothers...and if its hands-on & reasonably priced- why not? Where will these classes be held?
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suziwombat
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23-March-2011 10:03
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I don't think big name chefs necessarily translate as best instructors or great food. What's important to me is the authenticity of the cuisines, how mothers and grandmothers used to do it and a chef who can connect with students from all levels, and help me whip up a good dish! KIV me when you have the classes up and running.
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Mel
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28-March-2011 14:11
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Excellent idea and a great way for your chefs to have some fun in the kitchen. I have been working with a friend who has been very successfully conducting cooking classes for the past 3 years. It is her passion, her genorosity, her family, her love and her presence that make her so successful.
In fact next week we are embarking on a research trip to Italy with the hope of taking her students there for a first hand experience of family, food, tradition and culture in Sicily!
Good Luck!
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princesspez
posted:
08-April-2011 10:00
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#5
www.bluebowl.com.au
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VICTORSFOOD
posted:
29-April-2011 15:16
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VictorsFood runs Cooking Classes that offer hands on experiences in cooking authentic cuisine. Whilst the food and learning experience is important, having fun, learning technique and relishing the relationship we have with food also is. Our cooking classes cater to all foodie levels and we do love the excitement participants at all levels bring to the cooking class. http://www.victorsfood.com.au/food-cookingclasses.shtml
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Michie
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09-September-2011 11:08
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To go with the question in the title, what I look for is someone who knows what they are talking about. I don't expect a Japanese cuicine expert to give a class on traditional french pastry, but I do expect they will be able to teach me the basics about Japanese cuisine, some of the culture, historical background to the dish, basic knife or other skills needed to create it and any little tricks they have learned along the way to make it easier.
A good sense of humour and a relaxed attitude wouldn't hurt either.
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Monte KiaOra
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12-September-2011 01:44
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#8
Just a quick note- Monte KiaOra Italian Cooking Classes are scheduled for October 8th (Roasts) November 12th (Desserts) and December (Seafood) Vist Gloucester and learn to cook authentic Italian dishes, using fresh local and regional produce. Contact us for bookings and more details at desertisland@bigpond.com
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