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When you hire Erik's Home Catering your going to get the best quality food, service, speed, and value.
Servicing Winchester, VA and surrounding areas.


Cooking Classes for Every Taste
Whether you are trying to grasp the basics or master a new skill, there is always room to learn and grow.
We offer a variety of one on one classes personalized to suit your needs. Browse our most popular options below.
All classes are available in person or online, and come with free recipes as well as a guide covering the material.


Kitchen Kickstart: Beginners Class
All about Latin Food
Cooking on a budget
Creating an Event to Remember: Charcuterie and more
Whether you’ve never picked up a spatula or just want to brush up on the basics, this class will teach you the essential skills you need to create delicious meals at home from simple ingredients. No crazy gadgets or exotic spices needed.
Perfect for anyone looking to build a solid foundation in the kitchen!
Topics include:
Food safety and storage
Knife techniques
Setting up your kitchen
Ingredients and spices
Essential kitchen tools
Sautéing and other techniques
Adjusting recipes
Basic recipes, sauces, stocks and more
Class Length: Approx 2 hours
High quality food doesn't have to come with an equally high price tag. This class will teach you the fundamentals on how to buy and cook smarter.
From the grocery store to the dinner table, you'll get a wealth of tips and knowledge to feed yourself and your family for less. And some great recipes too!
Topics include:
Creating a shopping list
Understanding units and bulk buying
When to buy store vs name brand
How to plan meals
Batch cooking
Making the most of leftovers
Balancing nutrition with cost
Cheap and easy recipe ideas
Class Length: Approx 1.5 hours
In this class, you’ll learn how to use food to transform your gatherings into something truly special.
Think gorgeous charcuterie boards, artisanal breads, fresh fruits, and elegant hors d'oeuvres. Plus, we’ll cover tips for creating themed settings and how to incorporate small touches that leave a lasting impression on your guests. Join us to elevate your event with a table that’s as memorable as the meal itself!
Topics include:
Making the perfect charcuterie board
Creating a themed menu
Using texture and color
Pairing food with drinks
Table setting and presentation
Popular event recipes
Class Length: Approx 2 hours
Instructional only:
$50 per person
Hands On:
$75 per person
Instructional only:
$50 per person
Hands On:
$75 per person
Hands On:
$100 per person
Instructional only:
$35 per person
Hands on:
$50 per person
Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Latin cuisine with our Latin Cooking Class!
From the bold spices of Mexico to the tropical zest of the Caribbean, this class takes you on a culinary journey through some of Latin America’s most beloved dishes. You’ll learn to prepare everything from classic salsas and tacos to savory stews and even dessert.
Topics include:
Key Pantry Staples
Latin herbs and spices
How to shop at Latin markets
Making tortillas from scratch
Salsas and Sauces
Perfect Pulled Pork
Using citrus to its fullest
Tons of other great recipes!
Class Length: Approx 2 hours