Knife Skills Workshop

Get hands-on with one of the most essential tools in your kitchen—your knife.

Sharpen your technique—and your confidence—with this hands-on knife skills workshop taught by Amy Schroeder of Cangshan Cutlery. With over 20 years of experience in the housewares industry (including 16+ years with Zwilling Henckels), Amy brings both expertise and a friendly, no-pressure teaching style to the cutting board.

Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or just getting started, this class will give you practical skills you can use every day—from faster, more consistent prep to safer slicing techniques.

• Knife Grip & Control: Master the pinch grip for precision and safety
• Essential Techniques: Slice celery, dice an onion, mince parsley, fillet an orange
• Specialty Cuts: Chiffonade basil, guided serrated cutting tomatoes
• Advanced Skills (if time allows): Julienne a potato like a pro
• Knife Care & Maintenance: Sharpening, honing, cleaning & storing your knives
• Choosing the Right Knife: When (and why) to use a chef's, paring, serrated, or fillet knife

This is a hands-on workshop in a small, casual group setting. Amy will demo each technique, then guide you as you practice with your own cutting board and tools. Plenty of time will be built in for questions, one-on-one guidance, and fun conversation.

• 1-hour hands-on knife skills class with Amy Schroeder of Cangshan Cutlery
• Expert instruction and guidance on a variety of techniques and knife types
• A fun and practical workshop that builds lifelong kitchen skills

Special Bonus for Participants:Class attendees will receive exclusive incentives on Cangshan cutlery and premium cutting boards during the event—perfect for upgrading your kitchen gear!

Ages: 14+ with parent attendee. See FAQ for more details below.

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