A World of Flavor Awaits
Discover your passion, refine your skills, and create unforgettable dishes. Our courses are designed to inspire every level of home cook.
Signature Series: The Sourdough Masterclass
This is more than a baking class; it's a four-week immersive journey into the ancient art of sourdough. Led by renowned baker Chef Antoine Laurent, you will cultivate your own starter from scratch, understand the science of fermentation, and master techniques for mixing, shaping, and scoring. By the end of this comprehensive workshop, you'll be able to consistently produce bakery-quality loaves with a beautiful crust, open crumb, and deep, complex flavor. This course is a commitment, a challenge, and a deeply rewarding experience that will change the way you think about bread forever.
- Duration: 4 consecutive Saturdays, 4 hours each
- Includes: Personal baking kit, starter culture, proofing basket, and a signed copy of Chef Laurent's book.
- Skill Level: Intermediate to Advanced
Our Full Course Catalog
Essential Knife Skills (Beginner)
The most important class for any aspiring cook. Learn to chop, dice, mince, and julienne like a pro. Proper technique enhances safety, speed, and the final quality of your dishes. This is the foundation upon which all other skills are built.
Chef: Maria Chen | Duration: 3 Hours
A Taste of Spain: Paella & Tapas (Intermediate)
Journey to the heart of Spain in this vibrant class. You'll create an authentic seafood paella, mastering the coveted 'socarrat' (the crispy bottom layer), and prepare a selection of classic tapas like patatas bravas and gambas al ajillo.
Chef: Javier Rios | Duration: 4 Hours
Advanced Chocolate Work (Advanced)
For the serious dessert enthusiast. This technical workshop covers tempering chocolate, creating glossy glazes (glaçage), and crafting delicate chocolate decorations. Elevate your pastry skills to a professional level with these demanding techniques.
Chef: Isabelle Dubois | Duration: 5 HoursChart Your Culinary Path
Our curriculum is designed to grow with you. Start with the fundamentals and progress through our pathways to become a truly confident and versatile cook.
Foundations
Begin with core classes like Knife Skills and Kitchen Basics to build a solid base.
Exploration
Dive into specific cuisines like Italian or Thai, applying your foundational skills.
Specialization
Focus on a passion with multi-week series like Sourdough or Advanced Pastry.
Mastery
Take on advanced workshops in plating, sauce making, and menu design.
Unforgettable Group Experiences
Looking for a unique team-building activity, a memorable birthday celebration, or a special client event? Host a private cooking class at Culinary Canvas. Our team will work with you to create a custom menu and experience tailored to your group's needs and tastes. From competitive culinary challenges to relaxed, collaborative meals, we provide a fun, engaging, and delicious way to connect. Our beautiful, state-of-the-art kitchens can accommodate groups of all sizes, ensuring a comfortable and professional setting for your event.
Frequently Asked Questions
We recommend comfortable clothing and closed-toe, non-slip shoes for your safety and comfort in the kitchen. We will provide an apron for you to wear during the class, but spills can happen, so it's best not to wear your finest attire. Long hair should be tied back.
Absolutely! All ingredients, professional-grade equipment, and tools are included in the course fee. We handle all the shopping and prep work so you can focus on the fun part: cooking and learning. You just need to bring yourself and your enthusiasm.
We offer a full refund for cancellations made at least 7 days before the scheduled class date. For cancellations made between 3-7 days prior, we offer a class credit to be used for a future booking. Unfortunately, we cannot offer refunds or credits for cancellations made less than 72 hours before the class, as we purchase fresh ingredients based on final attendance numbers. However, you are always welcome to send someone in your place.