This class is for you if you're a home cook who feels:

😩 Frustrated with how long chopping food is taking you knowing there is a better way

😨 Intimidated by bigger knives so you use the little paring knives for everything

😒 Tired  of chopping food unevenly and nervous to cut a finger in the process

After participating in the 1:1 Knife Skills Class, you will:

 ✔️ Know what to do with your dominant hand (knife hand) and non-dominant hand (guiding hand) to be safe and efficient

✔️ Have a clear direction of how to approach each food in the best way

 ✔️ Know how to make the proper movements with the knife for maximum efficiency

 ✔️ Feel in control and confident with your knife skills 💪🏼

NEXT CLASS: Sunday, September 1, 2024 - Sunday September 22, 2024

$̶1̶1̶9̶  $99 Back to school!

How It Works:

The class is asynchronous, which means you fit it into your schedule! Within the 3 weeks of class, we message back and forth on an app and focus on part 1 (technique)

I send you a video lesson (under 5 minutes!)  👉🏼 you watch it 👉🏼 upload your assignment (also 5 minutes!) 👉🏼 and I send you a video with feedback. Then we move onto the next lesson! (In some cases, I may ask you to repeat the assignment if I think you need it)

That's it! 

After the 3 weeks of class, you'll be given access to the student portal to refer back to the video lessons as well as part 2 (Knives + Maintenance) and the how-to video library.

What you'll learn:

Part 1- Technique 

You'll learn how to hold your knife the right way, practice honing (which is different than sharpening) and begin testing out different cutting methods and motions. Once you've got the basic techniques down, we move to applying that to actual knife cuts like small, medium and large dice, julienne and of course we cover the onion and garlic and best techniques to get through them with ease and efficiency.  

Welcome (0:27) 
Setup + Workflow (2:35) 
Knife Hand (2:14) 
Guiding Hand (2:34) 
Knife to Knuckles (2:03) 
Push Motion (3:51) 
Rocking Motion (2:59) 
Knife Cuts (3:40) 
Julienne + Brunoise (3:41) 
Honing (2:24) 
Onion Dice (7:13) 
Garlic Mince + Paste (6:46)

Part 2- Knives & Maintenance 

Ever wonder what kinds of knives to use when? We cover that as well as the parts of the knife and its qualities so you're prepared and know what to look for if you ever want to upgrade. Also included is knife safety, care and sharpening (because a sharp knife is a safe and happy knife) so your knives last you a lifetime!

Part 3 - BONUS: How-to Video Library

Refer back to this library of how-to videos for things like butternut squash, watermelon, sweet potato, pineapple, mango and more! I plan to continue adding to this.

Hey there 👋🏼 I'm Sandy

Culinary Institute of America Grad & Cooking Professional, Mom to 2 girls

After spending 12 years cooking professionally in NYC, I became a personal Chef and food blogger but that didn’t connect with the calling on my heart–it was the teaching throughout that really made an impact. Now as a home cook  myself, I can see how much knife skills are so important! I want to teach you the technique  so you can chop more efficiently and feel confident doing it!

$̶1̶1̶9̶  $99 Back to school!

What You'll Get With 1:1 Knife Skills Class (Chop It Like It's Hot)

• Short video lessons you can always go back to
• 1:1 personalized asynchronous feedback for 3 weeks!
• Ongoing support 
• Any class updates

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I get to keep the videos?

Yes! Your one-time payment gets you access to all the lessons and any updates I make.

How much time do I need will this take?

During the 3 week class, the lessons and feedback take place asynchronously on a video messaging app. You watch short lessons and upload your assignment on your own time and within your schedule! 

Do I need special or expensive knives?

Not at all! You need one Chef knife or similar, cutting board and a phone or ipad.

I'm pretty good with chopping. Can this still help?

My experience has been that home cooks don't know what they don't know and settle when their knife skills can be WAY better and it can enhance their chopping and food prep significantly. 

Get through your dinner prep with flow and confidence

NEXT CLASS: Sunday, September 1, 2024 - Sunday September 22, 2024