Basic Knife Skills: Soups

Two-Day Hands-On Class | September 29 & 30 | 6:00–8:00 PMPresented by The Mix at Columbus State

Join European-trained Chef David Plonowski for a two-day, hands-on cooking class designed to sharpen your culinary instincts—literally and figuratively. Whether you're a home cook looking to boost your confidence in the kitchen or a seasoned chef seeking a refresher in technique, this series focuses on core skills used in professional kitchens around the world.

Learn foundational knife techniques used in fine dining—no gimmicks, no shortcuts. Chef Plonowski focuses on safe, repeatable skills you can use every day in your own kitchen.

You’ll practice:

• Slice, dice, mince, chop, julienne, brunoise, chiffonade, segment, and score
• Safe handling and proper grip
• Knife care and sharpening

You'll also receive a takeaway guide with cutting techniques and Chef David’s recommendations for trusted kitchen tools and stores—local and international.

Put your knife work into action as you build soups from scratch using flavor layering, mirepoix, and intuition. This class teaches you to think like a chef by focusing on cooking methods and ingredient pairing, not memorizing recipes.

You’ll explore:

• Broth-based, cream-based, and pureed soups
• Building depth using stocks, aromatics, herbs, spices, and specialty salts
• Techniques to adjust texture and seasoning like a pro

Like Day One, you’ll leave with a reference guide, including flavor combinations, ratios, and sources for quality ingredients to help expand your kitchen’s versatility.

Chef David began his culinary career in Salamanca, Spain, in 1999. Over the past 26 years, he’s led kitchens across 23 countries as Executive Chef, Culinary Director, and R&D Chef, opening six restaurants in four countries. He now resides in Columbus’s Italian Village and brings a global perspective to every class he teaches.

• Aprons are provided
• Long pants and closed-toe, flat shoes are required
• Long hair must be tied back

Common allergens may be used. Contact us at or 614-287-5126 before class to discuss any restrictions.

Cancel at least 48 hours before class for a refund or credit. No refunds after class begins. Instructors or class content may change if needed.

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