Sharpen your knives with a whetstone in this hands-on experience.
If you have been wanting to properly care for your knives, this class is for you. Join us for an engaging and hands-on class designed for home cooks eager to elevate their culinary skills by mastering the art of knife sharpening! In this session, you will learn the essential techniques of using a whetstone to achieve a razor-sharp edge on your kitchen knives. Learn the difference between a steel and a stone, their distinctive purposes, and compare them to other sharpening tools currently on the market.
Throughout the class, our experienced instructor will guide you through the process, covering the types of whetstones, the importance of the proper angle, and the step-by-step sharpening technique.
You will have the opportunity to practice on your own knives, ensuring you leave with like-new tools and the confidence to maintain them for optimal performance.
Whether you’re a novice or an experienced cook looking to DIY, this class is tailored to help you understand the intricacies of knife care. By the end, you’ll not only improve your cutting efficiency but also extend the lifespan of your knives, making your time in the kitchen more enjoyable. This class will also include tips and suggestions for buying quality, affordable knives and culinary tools.
Join us and sharpen your skills—for cooking and for life!
What you'll get
- Aprons to wear for the class (you have the option to purchase a new one to keep)
- A whetstone and other sharpening and honing tools for use during class. You have the option of purchasing a sharpening kit with your ticket.
- Access to an experienced chef who will answer your cooking questions
- Leave the cleanup to us!
Teaching Table prioritizes sourcing local, seasonal, sustainable, and organic ingredients whenever possible.Knife Sharpening is not a cooking class. Chef Laura will provide a snack, but we are not cooking or eating a meal during this class.
Knowledge required
No prior knowledge or skills are required! We personalize and tailor instruction in our small group experiences.
What to Bring
Please bring your own knives that you would like to sharpen. Sharpening tools, including wet stones, will be provided but you can feel free to bring your own as well.
To drink, we serve water and tea only. Guests are welcome to bring other beverages of their choice.
Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes and tie back long hair, please.
