Kitchen Skills - Sometimes it is more about Presentation and Skill Set in the Kitchen - April 6th

The Chef's Kitchen Series is a tri-weekly cooking presentation (not hands-on cooking classes) hosted by Executive Chef Matt Sciabarrasi.  Chef Matt has been the culinary super-star at J's Restaurant for 10 incredible years.

This year we are offering our classes with two options.

1. VIP.  Preferred reserved seating next to the Chef Matt.  Welcome Mimosa.  Tasting of the Chef's Presentation Menu.  A glass of wine selected by our Winemaker Justin Pelletier pair with the Presentation Menu.  $50.00
2. Reservation only "Just Watch".  No Charge.  Wine and food offered al la carte.  Seating first come first serve.  

Register and Sign up today for an exciting start to Winter Sunday.  Classes are held in our Pavilion.

11:00 - Registration

11:15 -12:00 Demonstration

12:00 - 12:45 Tasting Experience for Paid Participants

Todays Presentation Menu

Are you ready to elevate your cooking skills to the next level? Join us for a hands-on, expertly guided presentation that will transform the way you approach your kitchen! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, mastering the basics of knife skills and perfecting your mise en place will dramatically improve your efficiency, precision, and confidence in the kitchen.

In this engaging session, we'll start by teaching you essential knife tips and tricks for prepping vegetables and seafood with ease and safety. From julienning carrots to filleting fish, these skills will open up a world of possibilities and make your cooking process smoother and more enjoyable.

Next, we’ll dive into the art of mise en place, the French culinary principle of having everything in its place. Learn how organizing your ingredients before you cook can streamline your process and create a flawless risotto, ensuring it’s creamy and perfectly cooked every time.

Finally, we’ll wrap up with the mastery of searing salmon to perfection. You’ll discover how to get that crisp, golden skin while keeping the fish tender and juicy inside—an essential technique for impressing guests or simply elevating your weeknight dinner.

By the end of this session, you’ll walk away with newfound confidence and an expanded set of skills, enabling you to tackle any recipe with ease. Perfect your knife skills, master your mise en place, and create beautiful, delicious dishes like risotto and seared salmon, all while learning tricks that will save you time and elevate your home cooking to restaurant-quality standards. Don't miss out—this is your chance to transform your kitchen experience!

You will receive an email confirmation of your order.  Nothing will be shipped and there is nothing to pickup.  Registration is by name only.   Event is held indoors at our Pavilion. Please ignore any emails that indicate that your order is ready for pickup.