Knife Skills đŞ Summer Risotto âď¸
Sat, Jul 19
|Dominion Memorial Stadium
In this hands-on workshop, youâll learn essential chef's knife skills while making a delicious risotto you'll take home for tonightâs supper. Weâll cover all the basics - proper set up, safe handling, cutting techniques, and the secrets to keeping your blades razor sharp.
Time & Location
Jul 19, 2025, 2:00 p.m. â 4:30 p.m.
Dominion Memorial Stadium, 20 Lake Ave, St. John's, NL A1A 1H4, Canada
About the event
With The Post Taphouse Head Chef Chris Mercer & A Sharp Knife's Laurie Clouston.
Ready to master the art of cutting with confidence?
Join our hands-on workshop and learn essential knife skills while you transform fresh ingredients into a sensational summer risotto. We'll cover everything from proper knife handling and setting up a safe cutting board to efficient vegetable prep techniques and the art of mise en place. Plus, we'll unveil the secrets to making vibrant, delicious pesto from scratch!
As a bonus, you'll prepare and take home a delicious Pesto Risotto with Asparagus and Lemon meal for four! Dinner is sorted! đ
We'll guide you through:Â
âď¸Â Knife Skills Fundamentals: Proper grip, safe cutting board setup, and efficient techniques for various vegetables.
âď¸Â The Art of Mise en Place: Learn to organize and prepare your ingredients for a smooth cooking experience.
âď¸Â Perfect Pesto: A step-by-step demonstration and hands-on preparation of fresh, flavourful pestos from scratch.
âď¸Â Knife Sharpening & Care: Understanding the importance of a sharp knife and how to maintain it.
This will be a 'hands-on' event and chock-full of personal attention:Â
âď¸Â Everyone prepares ingredients for their risotto
âď¸Â Small class sizeÂ
âď¸Â Individual workstationsÂ
âď¸Â 2 1/2 hour session
