Cooking Class: Mastering French Foundations
Chef Peter will teach you the foundational skills of French cuisine in this hands-on cooking class.
Start the class by practicing your knife skills to chop celery, carrots and onions for a traditional mirepoix. Make a stock using bone-in chicken legs and your fresh vegetables. And finally, transform your creations into a hearty chicken noodle soup with bay leaf and capellini noodles. You'll also learn to make a classic roux, the base of a creamy Béchamel sauce, which will be used to create a decadent lasagna layered with San Marzano tomatoes, basil and ground meats. Chef Peter will also teach you the Maillard reaction to cook a perfectly seared steak every time and finish it with butter, thyme and sea salt. Finally, make a caramelized lavender crème brûlée for dessert. Book your spot now!
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Chicken Noodle Soup
Mirepoix and stocks
With bone-in chicken legs, carrots, celery, onion, bay leaf, crushed tomatoes, black peppercorns and capellini noodles
Lasagna
Roux and Béchamel sauce
With milk, onion, clove, bay leaf, butter, flour, San Marzano tomatoes, basil, Mozzarella cheese, lasagna sheets, ground chuck, ground pork, ground veal and Parmesan cheese
The Perfect Steak
Understanding the Maillard reaction
With bone-in rib steak, butter, thyme, garlic, shallots, sea salt and black peppercorns
Lavender Crème Brûlée
Mastering sugar caramelization
With whipping cream, egg yolks, granulated sugar, vanilla and lavender
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 6
- Event Duration 3 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsGourmet, Beginner, Date Night, Fun, French, Adult
- This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.
Outside Reviews for Chef Peter
Nathalie
06 Mar 2026
Chef Peter shares his world of experience with guests, drawing from his unique background collaborating alongside celebrity chef Rob Rainford, offering private chef services, and teaching cooking classes that range from Asian and Mexican to Egyptian recipes. With Chef Peter, you can rest assured that your experience will be unforgettable and a night to remember!
Event location: Mississauga
Chef’s Place
Exact location is provided after booking.
Chef Peter is a culinary professional recognized for his creative approach, strong leadership and dedication to memorable dining experiences. He has worked alongside celebrity chef Rob Rainford and developed his skills in respected restaurant kitchens, including Buca on King, one of Toronto’s most well-known dining destinations. Over the course of his career, he has focused on enhancing the guest experience while guiding kitchens that cultivate loyal followings. With a deep respect for flavor, quality and hospitality, Chef Peter brings energy, confidence and thoughtful technique to every culinary experience he shares.
