In this informative and interactive class, cooks will not only learn basic knife skills (what type of knife you need, how to hold your knife, how to protect and sharpen your knife), but also how to master various cutting techniques to make cooking easy, fast, and enjoyable.

Each cook will have the opportunity to test out what they learn and will be sautéing some of the the veggies we cut up.

*Cooks will learn an introduction to knife skills as well as the fundamentals for cutting various vegetables, including:

Knife Skills

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* Anatomy of a Knife
* What Kind of Knife Do I Need?
* Proper Work Station/Best Type of Cutting Board
* Holding Your Knife
* Learning 'The Claw' (The Guiding Hand)
* Ensuring Safety: Keeping Your Knife Sharp

Fundamentals of Cutting

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* How to Seed and Julienne Bell Peppers
* How to Dice, Half-Moon, and Slice Onions (Without Crying)
* How to Peel and Mince Ginger and Garlic
* How to Julienne,Diagonal-Cut, and 'Square Off' Carrots
* How to Prepare Squash (Zucchini) for Soups and Stir Fry
* How to Clean, Slice, and Mushrooms
* How to Slice Cabbage for Slaw and Cut for Soup
* How to Chop and Mince Parsley Properly
* How to Chop,Dice,Mince and Julienne Celery
* How to Slice and seed Tomato's

*Cooks are welcome to bring their own knives to get an expert opinion about the efficiency (or lack thereof) of this essential kitchen tool.

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Stan is the kitchen Chef, and is organizing this event. Find him at the event if you need anything

About "Adventures in the Kitchen":

Tired of cooking the same thing for dinner?

Wish you could cook your favorites restaurant dishes?

Don't have the money to eat out, but don't know what to cook at home?

Re-conquer your kitchen and discover new culinary skills that will have you cooking like a Chef in your own home. Impress friends and family with delicious new meals, and best of all save money by cooking delicious low-cost meals at home.

Adventures in the Kitchen hands-on cooking classes for both the the novice and seasoned cooks.
Bend the table rules and edict, tasting is encouraged, and your inner chef is invited to come out and play! And for the grand prize! Every class ends with a dinner party to enjoy and celebrate your hard work in the kitchen!

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The classes will take place in a fully equipped commercial kitchen, which allows members to have a full hands-on leaning experience, not limited to home appliances and limited spaces.

For those over the age of 21, complimentary white and red wines will be available during each class, and members are welcome to enjoy the different wines that are offered each time.

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About the Chef:

Stan, the Adventures in the Kitchen chef and hands-on instructor, was trained by the personal chef of former President Kennedy, he has experience as a chef in Beverly Hills, California, has catered parties for over 5000 people, he was the chef for California senators, and he is a gold medalist winner in California cooking Olympics. He also has over 18 years experience as a executive level meat cutter and department manager, 20+ years in the fish industry, and thoroughly loves and enjoys cooking and culinary arts.

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Itinerary:
2:00PM: Arrive at the kitchen and meet other cooks
2:15PM: Tour of kitchen, equipment, and safety
2:30-4:30PM: Hands on cooking fun begins, chopping, cutting, slicing, and dicing all types of foods.
4:30PM: Sit down as a group and enjoy the cooked dishes.
5:00PM: Review, preparation, cooking, severing, and open discussion with questions.
5:30PM: Say goodbye until next time

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Cost:
Your cost covers the following:
Ingredients for food preparation
Red and White Wine
Cooking Equipment
Use of the aprons
Gas/Electricity for operation of cooking equipment
Plates, cups, utensils
Hands-on cooking with a qualified chef

Other cooking classes are charging $70 to over $120 per class! Ouch!

Your Total: $32.46 per cook

No Refunds within 24 hours of the event!
Refunds will be issued if the event is canceled.
Refunds will not be issued for no shows!

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What to bring:
Positive attitude and a desire to learn to cook
Comfortable shoes

Location and Directions:
Kitchen of Dreamz
6152 126th Ave, Suite 503
Largo, FL 33773
1-888-3111-TAG(824)

Click here for detailed directions from Google maps.

Directions: To get to 126th Ave take the side access road that runs along US-19 past the big red Honeywell Sign to the next traffic light which is 126th Ave. Turn right at the light and the kitchen is on the immediate left.

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Contact Information:
Tampa Adventure Group:
1-888-3111-TAG(824)
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See you at the kitchen!

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