Winter Park, Fla. – Food aroma is in the air.
Dalsten Decilus teaches basic cooking techniques at Williams-Sonoma every Saturday to people who have no intentions of becoming chefs, but rather want to gain a basic skill set in the culinary arts.
In addition to selling all types of kitchen utensils, such as mixers, blenders, and specialty knives, the store provides classes to those who are interested, but terrified by the thought of having to prepare a multi-course meal for family or friends.
Although Williams-Sonoma has been providing cooking classes for 20 years, “during the last two years, it has put an emphasis behind it,” said Decilus. “Williams-Sonoma wants to develop a relationship with core customers and enhance those relationships.”
Anyone can visit Williams-Sonoma’s website to see the tools of the trade. But, it is not until they walk into the store and see these tools in the hands of an engaging staff who provides customers with an interesting experience do they really appreciate what the store has to offer.
“I love the tools, and I love the quality of the tools,” said Bethann Frank “this is my third class,” “I am here because I have cooking plans for tonight;” “I am watching the Gators game.”
Decilus cooked a main course for his class. This culinary delight consisted of Spaetzel, a German pasta, served with boneless sauteed chicken thighs that had been marinated in an Irish Stout- Guinness, and a classic vanilla Creme Brulee for desert.
In addition, Decilus taught cooking techniques, such as using one specific knife for the poultry to prevent cross contamination. Also, once the pasta was cooked, he covered it with ice cubes to avoid overcooking.
In addition, Decilus taught cooking techniques, such as using one specific knife for the poultry to prevent cross contamination. Also, once the pasta was cooked, he covered it with ice cubes to avoid overcooking.
“They know cooking from the inside out,” said Anna Evens,“people who work here cook, they love to cook, they are good at it, and it shows in their work.”
Williams-Sonoma at 142 Park Ave in Winter Park, offers these classes free. If you are interested, contact the store for recipes and schedules at http://www.Williams-Sonoma.com
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