Training Classes

Teaching is one of our true passions. Whether it's introducing chefs to food science and processing or helping marketing and sales teams better understand the culinary world, our small-group training sessions are interactive, informative, and fun!

Hosted in our fully equipped test kitchen, these hands-on programs are designed to engage and educate. Our Culinary Training offerings cover a wide range of topics and can be fully customized to meet your organization's needs. (All classes require a minimum of 6 maximum of 10 participants)

Current Programs Include:

  • 1. Creative Brainstorming

    Participation

    An in depth training module covering all aspects of ideation with proprietary tools and techniques to bring new ideas to life.

  • 2. Intro to Culinary

    Demo / Participation

    Introduction to Culinary: This comprehensive course covers the world’s top cuisines—Italian, French, Asian, and Latin. Designed for marketing, sales, and operations teams, it provides a foundational understanding of key ingredients, cooking techniques, and cultural influences behind each cuisine. Gain the culinary insight needed to better connect with consumers and support product success across diverse markets.

  • 3. Intro to Product Development for the Industrious Chef

    Demo / Participation

    Bench top through production & scale up, methods and applications.

    Consumer testing methodologies.

    The perfect primer for culinary, marketing, and sales.

  • 4. Intro to Sensory Methods & Application for the Non-Sensory Scientist

    Demo / Participation

    Learn the art and science of food tasting in a hands-on, engaging environment. This informative session provides industry standard knowledge on how to properly evaluate food, equipping participants with the tools to taste, analyze, and understand food like a professional.

  • 5. Simply Good Food

    Demo / Participation

    Explore methods and applications for reducing fat, sodium, and calories through a culinary-forward approach. Using proven techniques, we focus on creating great-tasting, better-for-you food without compromising flavor or quality.

  • 6. Techniques of Thai Cooking

    Participation

    A hands-on immersion into classical Thai cooking, this session explores traditional ingredients, techniques, and regional variations that define Thai cuisine. Participants will learn how to balance bold flavors, work with authentic herbs and spices, and prepare iconic dishes from across Thailand.

  • 7. Simple Italian

    Demo / Participation

    Italian cooking is loved by everyone and at its core is a simplistic preparation of food utilizing local and fresh ingredients. This class will explore the ingredients and techniques of Italian cooking that can be incorporated in any restaurant.

“No one is born a great cook. One learns by doing..”

— Julia Child