What You'll Learn
By the end of this class, you will…
- Learn which meats and seafood are suitable for injecting a quick smoky flavor, and learn how to recreate that taste in your kitchen
- Understand a multitude of uses for smoked vegetables, meats, and seafood
- Discover ideas for constructing your own inexpensive smoker from items probably already in your house
About This Class
Forget trying to quit smoking. We are addicted, and we promise ours is a delicious fix that you will want to make a habit.
Originally developed as a necessity to preserve meat and fish through harsh winters, these century-old preservation methods are used in today’s best restaurants for that intense smoky flavor. No need for a fancy outdoor grill, or even an outdoors. David will show you how to MacGyver a grill out of equipment that you likely already have in your cupboard. Charcoal, wood, tea, even hay will all fuel our fiery feast.
Menu
Smoked Feta and Portobello Mushroom Crostini; Stovetop Smoked Babyback Ribs; Tea-Smoked Duck Salad; Hickory-Smoked Trout Salad; Hay-Smoked Mashed Potatoes
Details
- Wine included
- Full meal served in class
- Ages 18+
FAQ
The average duration of our current cooking classes is 2 hours, which is predominately hands-on work. You will be standing for the majority of class, cooking at your work station as your instructor demonstrates techniques and walks around providing individual feedback.
Due to COVID-19 regulations, we can not have students congregate in the building before class starts. Doors will open 5 minutes prior to class starting and we will begin promptly on time. Students will be asked to queue up outside the door of the school, safely distanced (sidewalks are clearly marked) and will be let in the school just before class begins.
Please arrive at the school with your own mask on. You will be given a new, disposable mask to wear in class to ensure what you have on hasn’t been contaminated prior to entering SFCS. We will have extras available should you need one while at school.
Wear comfortable clothes and close-toed shoes (remember, you’ll be on your feet cooking). The kitchens at SFCS are fully equipped with everything else you need, including clean aprons.
Due to COVID-19 regulations, we will not be serving food or drinks during class, We will, however, be sending you home with both ingredients and finished food items so you can enjoy them later, and practice as well.
Wear casual clothing you can easily move around in, and comfortable close-toed shoes. Long hair must be pulled back and masks, provided by SFCS, are required while in the building.
Cancellation Policy
David Groff
After graduating from both the California Culinary Academy and Tante Marie’s Cooking School, David spent time teaching cooking classes and working as a line cook at Zuni Cafe and Gioia in San Francisco. He has worked as a personal chef and volunteered with the Bay Area’s largest fish supplier before joining SFCS as Lead Recreational Cooking Instructor. David believes cooking is about bringing people together to have a good (and delicious) time.