In-Person Cooking Classes

CLASS FOCUS

Hands-on learning
French techniques
Emphasis on techniques vs recipes

WHAT IS INCLUDED

All tools and ingredients
C’est Bon apron to wear during class
Eat what you make

PROGRAMS AVAILABLE

Classes for individuals
Classes for pairs
Multi-session programs
Camps for teens

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C’est Bon Ottawa’s cooking classes have dual objectives: to help you master essential cooking principles and techniques, and to ensure you have fun doing it. All class are hands-on experiences. The atmosphere is relaxed, the groups intimate, the teaching top-notch, the facilities state of the art. The ultimate reward is the opportunity to enjoy the delicious meal you prepared.


See our Safety & Sanitation Policy for protocols we have in place to keep you and us safe.

Single-Session Classes for Individuals

NEW!!
CUISINES DU MONDE – South India

South Indian classics

COOKING LIKE A CHEF – Pasta

Elevate your fresh pasta-making skills

COOKING LIKE A CHEF – Vegetarian

Elevate your vegetarian meal creations

Our Signature Experience! CUISINES DU MONDE – Canada

Cook with foraged, terroir ingredients

CUISINES DU MONDE – Inuit Country Cuisine

Featuring Inuk chef Trudy Metcalfe-Coe

CUISINES DU MONDE – Sri Lanka

Staple dishes from Sri Lanka

CUISINES DU MONDE – Sushi Basics

Learn the art of sushi

KNIFE SKILLS – Fish

Selecting, prepping and cooking fish

KNIFE SKILLS – Poultry

Deboning poultry

KNIFE SKILLS –  Vegetables

A cooking fundamental

MASTER THE BASICS – Bread Basics

Whole Wheat, Brioches and Focaccia

MASTER THE BASICS –  Cake Decorating

Mastering piping and decorations

MASTER THE BASICS – Cakes

Mastering classic and seasonal cakes

MASTER THE BASICS – Chocolate

Mastering chocolate creations

MASTER THE BASICS – Fresh Pasta

Fresh pasta techniques and sauces

MASTER THE BASICS – Pastries

Handheld classic pastries

MASTER THE BASICS – Pies & Tarts

Mastering doughs and fillings
NEW Holiday Pies Class!

MASTER THE BASICS – Stocks & Sauces

A cooking fundamental

MASTER THE BASICS – Tofu

Learn to make your own tofu!

NEW!
MASTER THE BASICS – Yule Log

A Holiday classic cake

NEW!!
MASTER THE BASICS – Holiday Baking

Classic Holiday pastries

NEW!!
MASTER THE BASICS – Holiday Treats

Holiday squares and more

Single-Session Classes for Pairs

Do you love cooking with a partner? These classes are meant for you!
Each pair will share one work station during these classes.

COOKING LIKE A CHEF – Cooking for Couples

For people who enjoy cooking together

MASTER THE BASICS – Macarons

Our most popular pastry class

NEW!!
MASTER THE BASICS – Yule Log

A Holiday classic cake

Single-Session Classes for Youth

TEEN CHEF –
Evening Classes

Programming for teens

Multi-Session Programs

These in-person programs are designed to build your skills and confidence, all while having fun in the kitchen!

Adult Learn-to-Cook Program (6 Week Course)

All the fundamentals of French Cuisine covered in one course

Teen Chef Summer Camps

Half- or Full-Day, week-long Camps for ages 10 to 14