Cooking Classes in Portland
Take a Cooking Class with One of Our Chefs!
Ready, Set, Eat! is Portland, Oregon’s personal chef service offering hands-on cooking classes for everyone—from complete beginners to experienced home cooks looking to sharpen their skills. We offer a variety of class options and can customize each experience for private groups, parties, celebrations, or special gatherings.
Classes are typically held in the comfort of your home, though alternate venues can also be arranged. Each session is interactive and participation-based, giving you the opportunity to work directly with ingredients, techniques, and recipes instead of simply watching a demonstration. We believe the best way to learn is by doing.
Most classes run between 2–3 hours and are tailored to your goals, interests, and skill level. Group size is generally determined by the space available in your kitchen or chosen venue. Off-site locations may be available for an additional fee.
Contact us to discuss your event and create a cooking experience designed just for you.
Groceries and Costs
Before your class, Ready, Set, Eat! will work with you to plan a customized experience based on your goals, skill level, and favorite cuisines. We take care of all the details—from shopping for fresh ingredients to bringing the necessary equipment, aprons, towels, and printed recipes—so you can simply relax and enjoy the experience.
Cooking classes are priced between $85–$100 per person, depending on the menu and class format. Pricing includes grocery shopping and all ingredients provided by Ready, Set, Eat! A minimum of four participants is required for private classes.
Planning a larger group event or interested in hosting your class at an alternate venue? Contact us for additional information and custom pricing.
Here are just a few of the cooking classes we've delivered...
Methodology 101
How do I effectively braise? Roast? Pan fry? Sautee? Two to three methods will be chosen to focus upon, and then recipes that are tailored for those cooking methods will be made together.
Recipe Makeovers
How do I make over my favorite recipes so that they are healthier? Small, simple things can be done to eliminate calories and fat, yet retain flavor. Recipes need to be supplied to Shana Larsen ahead of the cooking instruction appointment so she can analyze them.
Holiday Sides
Not Just Yams and Green Bean Casserole Anymore! Updated side dish recipes or completely new options for your next get-together.
Knife Skills 101
These are so important! Good knife skills can make your life in the kitchen so much easier! We will learn how to effectively dice, mince and julienne. Other cuts are also available, depending on the client’s skill level. A few simple recipes will be made with the ingredients we practice upon.
Ethnic Cuisines
What is Dim Sum? Garam Masala? Epazote? Choose a different region per class! Learn techniques particular for certain type of regional cooking, while making 2-3 different dishes. Offerings do depend on the skill sets of our chef, Shana Larsen. Check to verify region of interest.
Make Ahead Favorites
Actually Enjoying Your Celebration! Make your entire menu ahead of time, so that when the big day comes, you are set!
Appetizers 101
Easy and Simple Show-Stopping Ideas: Using some easy ingredients from the grocery store, produce beautiful and tasty appetizers quickly!
The Beginner's Holiday
How Do I Put It All Together? The basics for a new cook, entertaining for the first time. Get some practice before the big day!
Pantry Stocking & What To Do With It
This class goes over the importance of having a stocked pantry, so that when you get home at 7pm and need to whip up a dinner for your family, you have the necessary on-hand ingredients to make that happen. The class might involve a grocery shopping trip to help pick out the best ingredients.
For more information or to answer any other questions, please contact Shana Larsen at 503-515-1439 or at shana@readyseteat.net.