Mastering Chicken, with Chef Sylvia Becker

Buying a whole bird and breaking it down yourself is the best way to save money and infuse more flavor into your family dinners. Learn the basics of butchering a whole chicken, plus THREE different ways to prepare it.

Chef Sylvia will demonstrate cutting a whole chicken into eight pieces as well as “spatchcocking” (also known as butterflying). These simple and essential butchering skills will allow you to use the whole bird in a variety of ways. Learning basic techniques for cooking chicken is essential for any home cook and in this demonstration class you’ll learn three: Roasting, Poaching and Braising. Join us in this Hudson Valley – Berkshires cooking class for an essential cooking technique class, plus lunch with the chef!

Menu to include:

• Roasted Chicken
• Poached Chicken
• Braised Chicken
• Roasted vegetables to round out the meal

This demonstration class is limited to 12 people.

About the chef:

Sylvia Becker is an award-winning and world traveled chef. Having worked in renowned kitchens like Le Cirque NYC and throughout Europe, the Middle East, Central America and Asia, Sylvia has accumulated skills and recipes that show her passion and love for all things food. Appearing on Food Networks “Chopped”, voted best boutique caterer in “Best of Essex” and appearing in multiple food and wine magazines, Sylvia thrives on sharing her worldly experiences through food; the universal language connecting people from all walks of life.

Cancellation policy: We do not offer refunds on purchased tickets. Persons who notify us at least seven (7) days in advance that they cannot attend will receive credit and may register for another class of equal value held within the subsequent two months.

Notes: Cooking class attendees receive 10% discount on kitchenware purchases on class day. Classes are geared to adults unless otherwise noted. However, children over 9 are welcome to attend with an accompanying adult.