THE MODERN HOME COURSE-Foundations in Practical Home Cooking (7 Oct 2026)

A one-day intensive cooking course designed to build confidence, practical skills and independence in the kitchen. Created specifically for domestic workers, this hands-on course focuses on the everyday cooking skills that make preparing meals at home easier, more efficient and more enjoyable. From mastering proteins and perfectly cooked grains to knife skills, sauces, storage and meal planning, you’ll leave with practical techniques you can use every day, along with the confidence to make delicious meals using the ingredients you have available. Limited to 6 participants per group 08:30 – 17:00 | Bedfordview WHAT YOU’LL LEARN Protein Preparation Learn essential cooking techniques and how to transform one protein into multiple meals. We’ll also cover safe cooking temperatures, cooling and storage. Grains & Pasta Take the guesswork out of cooking grains and pasta. Learn reliable techniques for achieving perfectly cooked, fluffy grains every time. Vegetable Preparation Build your knife skills and learn different cutting techniques, preparation methods and ways to make the most of the ingredients you have on hand. Sauces & Seasonings Learn versatile homemade sauces, dressings and seasoning techniques that can transform simple ingredients into delicious meals. Kitchen Confidence Become more confident using kitchen equipment, handling knives, following recipes and planning meals efficiently. Shopping & Meal Planning Learn how to build a practical shopping list and plan meals around what you already have, helping you shop with purpose and reduce unnecessary waste. Pantry & Fridge Organisation Understand practical food storage, organisation and the FIFO (First In, First Out) method to help keep ingredients fresh and minimise waste. WHAT’S INCLUDED A fully hands-on practical cooking experience Live chef demonstrations Comprehensive recipe workbook Tastings throughout the day Lunch Tea, coffee and water Notebook and pen Certificate of completion COURSE DETAILS Investment: R3,450 per person Group size: Maximum 6 participants Time: 08:30 – 17:00 Location: Bedfordview Course dates: 7 October 2026 COME READY TO COOK, LEARN AND LEAVE WITH SKILLS YOU CAN USE EVERY DAY.