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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.

sliced meat on white ceramic plate
sliced meat on white ceramic plate
green vegetable on brown soil
green vegetable on brown soil
yellow and white labeled can
yellow and white labeled can

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