I was extremely disappointed with the cooking skills element of the course, to the degree that I learnt nothing new. While some course members may have learnt new techniques, this was entirely dependent on the task they were given. There is quite a different skillset required for making a tarte tatin, for example, than frying some bacon lardons; the task I was charged with.
The food itself was nice, as was the experience of eating together with the other course members. I also do intend to try out the recipes in the book that I received.
If you are a complete novice in the kitchen, this may be the course for you. If, like me, you cook often and want to learn something new, you may want to look elsewhere.
Sterke punten
The food was tasty.
Verbeterpunten of tips
Explain and demonstrate specific cooking skills and allow each course member to try out the techniques taught.