So you want to learn to cook…I mean, really cook? Here’s your chance. In this five-day course, you will become well-versed in the fundamentals of cooking. Your assignments will include hands-on training in knife skills, kitchen terminology, dry-heat cooking methods (roasting, grilling, sautéing, pan-frying, and stir-frying), and moist-heat cooking methods (braising, shallow poaching, deep poaching, and steaming).

You’ll get an insider’s view of the CIA and hone your culinary skills:

• Participate in tastings of American, French, and Italian wines.
  
• Explore a variety of food and wine pairings.
  
• Enjoy a “Sharpen Your Knife Skills” demo.
  
• Take a cooking practical examination at the end of the week, just like a professional!
  
• Tour the CIA campus.
  

As a Basic Training participant, you’ll receive two chef’s uniforms, each with a jacket, pants, and a neckerchief. Paper chef’s hats, side towels, and aprons will be provided in class.