Cooking Demonstration: Back to Basics

We’ll start with the foundations, including knife skills, kitchen techniques, and cooking methods, so you can work safely, efficiently, and confidently. From there, we’ll explore how to build flavor by understanding flavor combinations, seasoning, and balance.
You’ll learn the art of marrying fat and acid to create depth and brightness, how salt and seasoning transform a dish, and how to taste as you cook and make adjustments along the way. Rather than relying on strict recipes, we’ll focus on understanding why things work—giving you the tools to cook creatively and confidently on your own.
Whether you’re brand new to cooking or looking to strengthen your fundamentals, Cooking 101 will give you the skills, knowledge, and confidence to make the kitchen feel like your own.
About the Chef:
Chef Mark Jasso, has over 20 years of professional chefs skills to bring to the table. From owning and running his own pizza truck to the culinary skill of five star restaurant. Mark, avid health nut, sharing his passion through Mindful Meals.