Cooking 101: Intro to Cooking Methods Workshop - Part 1

Learn to master the basics of cooking in this workshop, Beginners welcome!



2 hours 45 mins Location Spokane Class size 1 to 17 guests   $99
*This is a hands-on workshop, you will learn through verbal instruction and hands-on participation*
Please Note: This class starts at 5:15pm
PART 1 - Dry Heat Cooking Methods: How to Saute, Pan Fry and Deep Fry
It’s great to have good recipe, but if you don’t know how to cook well, that recipe might not turn out so great. Join us as we delve into the foundational cooking techniques that all good cooks need to understand in order to make that recipe successful. This 4-part series explores the traditional, classical skills that every culinary “apprentice” must know: Dry heat, Moist heat and Combination (dry and moist) methods.
Join Chef Curtis Smith, culinary program director at Spokane Community College as he walks you through these basic methods, then you'll get hands-on and practice them, take home recipes, helpful tips and an education that will last a lifetime!
Register for just one Cooking Method Class or complete your "apprenticeship" with all four!
These classes are standalone, you do not need to take part 1 to attend part 2, and so on.
*Registering/Booking this class IS FOR PART 1 ONLY.*
On the menu: This class is technique and skill focused, you will eat food you prepare but not as a full meal.
Future Classes you can register for:
2/4/2026
Part 2 of 4
Dry Heat Cooking Methods: How to Roast, Grill and Broil
3/4/2026
Part 3 of 4
Moist Heat Cooking Methods: How to Poach, Shallow Poach, Simmer and Boil
4/8/2026
Part 4 of 4
Combination Cooking Methods: How to Braise, Stew and Fricassee
**PLEASE NOTE:
Due to rising costs of food and staffing, we are not able to issue refunds for cancellations within 7 days of a class date, including illnesses or otherwise. However, if you have someone who would like to come in your place, we are happy to accommodate them. Our full refund policy is included in the email you will receive prior to class.

Upcoming dates for Cooking 101: Intro to Cooking Methods Workshop - Part 1

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 15 Nov 2026, 1:24pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

1 upcoming date between 14 Jan 2027 and 14 Jan 2027.

  • Thu, Jan 14 2027, 5:45pm-8:30pm
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Knowledge required
Beginner Friendly!
This class is appropriate for ages 15 and up, and ages 10 - 14 when accompanied by an adult.
Location

The Kitchen Engine - 621 West Mallon Avenue Suite 416, Spokane, WA

Find us inside The Flour Mill

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Recent reviews of Cooking 101: Intro to Cooking Methods Workshop - Part 1

  • 5/5 from Marie Hughes, attended Jan 2026: I enjoyed the class and plan on making the 3 dishes that Chef Curtis taught. This series is a great way to improve one’s cooking skills. Added bonus—I learned some French cooking terms to throw around.
  • 5/5 from Kim Schofstoll, attended Jan 2026: This cooking 101 class was a gift to me and my daughter. We learned so much! I have been cooking for 37 years for my family and I learned things I've never known. Curtis was an amazing instructor full of personality and information. The venue was excellent and all of the assistants were top-notch. Each cooking group had all of their ingredients prepped ahead of time so we could cook easily and efficiently. My daughter has taken two other cooking classes at different venues and she said the class at the Kitchen Engine was the most professional!
  • 5/5 from Megan Williams, attended Jan 2026: My 12 year old talked me into doing this with her as a birthday gift to her & we loved it! Curtis was very informative & easy to learn from. We’ll be back!
  • 5/5 from Michael Kilgore, attended Jan 2025: Both the class and our host were great. The class moved along at a good pace, the prep and classroom were exceptional. And the food we created was great! Looking forward to the next session.
  • 5/5 from Justin Louis Smith, attended Jan 2025: The instructor has a lot of knowledge and is passionate about cooking! Learning the methods behind cooking will set you up for success in the kitchen :)
  • 5/5 from Heather M Burke, attended Jan 2025: Great class! The instructor does a wonderful job explaining techniques and touching base with all of the students to make sure we understand. Really looking forward to the next class!
  • 5/5 from Mary Obrien, attended Jan 2024: My sister and I had the greatest time learning new day to day skills in this 101 course. Chef Curtis was very knowledgeable and easy to approach with questions! We will be taking the rest of the series!
  • 5/5 from Frank Brou, attended Jan 2024: Chef Curtis was able to spend time with each student and help as needed. The pacing was good, and I wish I had an assistant to prep and clean up!
  • 5/5 from Shaun Irland, attended Jan 2024: The instructor was knowledgeable and easy to understand. The planned foods really showed the difference in cooking methods. Having all the helpers was great and they reacted very well to prep, cleaning, and the unexpected.
  • 5/5 from Stacey Bogdanowicz, attended Jan 2024: Great class, good instructor, I enjoyed the heat plates so we could cook right in front of us!
  • 5/5 from Abbie Roskop, attended Jan 2024: I really enjoyed the class, I learned a lot. The instructor was friendly. At times I wished the class was smaller so I could have asked more questions.
  • 5/5 from Emily Parry, attended Jan 2024: Instructor was friendly, approchable and knowledgeable. Assistants were welcoming and very helpful. We learned some great techniques that will be useful to build upon. Can't wait for the next session!
  • 5/5 from Alicia Birkner, attended Jan 2024: Another great KE class. Very informative and the hands on was great. Chef Curtis Smith was fun and engaging while providing an excellent training. Recipes and instruction were easy to follow and our handmade samples were amazing. Looking forward to using my new skills and taking the next class.
  • 5/5 from Ashley Lewan, attended Jan 2024: What a wonderful class! It’s nice to have the foundation to cook confidently at home. Wonderful instruction and delicious recipes to take with us.
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The Kitchen Engine
The Kitchen Engine

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Eric Frickle, owner of The Kitchen Engine (TKE), had a long-time dream to own and operate a family business close to where he grew up. When his parents approached him about collaborating to open TKE in the heart of Spokane, his dream came true. With each passing year, the community, partnership, and support have confirmed that this is exactly where Eric and The Kitchen Engine are supposed to be.
Today, TKE is Spokane’s premier kitchen store for top-quality culinary necessities, foodie gifts, kitchen gadgets, cookware, appliances, pantry items, and more in the greater Spokane area and beyond. It is the “go-to” kitchen store for everyone, from the home cook to the well-seasoned chef. Our employees are an extension of our family and provide both excellent customer service and thorough product knowledge so that each and every customer can know that they’re taken care of and are our top priority.
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