Chef Michael is delighted to announce a new series of cooking classes in his professional kitchen. Michael Hutchings is the host of the popular video cooking show The Inn Crowd, owner of Michael's Catering, and Adjunct Professor of Advanced Pastries at Santa Barbara City College.
Classes are held in the chef's kitchen and will feature a range of dishes designed for entertaining at home. Food styles encompass classic Europeans foods as well as the chef favorite American dishes and more.
Chef Michael's will show all the details in preparing the recipes. Students will assist in some of the preparation.You will see professional methods for you to use in your own cooking. Learn the fundamental skills for a lifetime of enjoyable cooking. Work side-by-side with other students to prepare each dish. Interact with classmates and the chef Michael for a rich learning experience. You will have recipes for all dishes prepared, special equipment needs.
Classes are 2 to 2½ hours in length. We offer three different formats listed below. Classes are 2 to 2½ hours in length. You will be given a tasting size portion of all the dishes prepared during the class. We will also provide you with recipes for all the menu items. Please see our FAQs blog for more details.
Demonstration: Designed as an observation class, participants watch while chefs explain and show recipe preparation and cooking techniques. All dishes are sampled by the participants. Class is limited to 12 people.
Demonstration and participation: Participants will be able to rotate to have hands on experience. All dishes will be sampled by the students. Class size is limited to 10
Cook and Dine: Includes some hands on as well as a full dinner for participants. Following the demonstration, dinner will be served in the kitchen. We will provide non-alcoholic beverages and you are welcome to provide your own wines to enjoy.
Chef Michael’s upcoming cooking school schedule:
