Individual and Group Cooking Classes

My passion for cooking stemmed from the need to live a healthy and balanced lifestyle in order to control my Crohn’s disease. Healthy cooking became an everyday part of my life. Having attended Miami Culinary Institute I am now a professionally trained chef offering cooking classes in the South Florida region.

**I offer a 10% discount off the total cost of the first cooking class**

For specific questions and details please contact me at autumn@healwithautumn.com

Rates for Individual Cooking Classes

1- hour cooking class	$50.00 + cost of ingredients
2 -hour cooking class	$100.00 + cost of ingredients
2.5 -hour cooking class	$150.00 + cost of ingredients
3- hour cooking class	$200 00 + cost of ingredients

**Rates for Group Cooking Classes

	2 participants	3 participants	4 participants	5 participants
1 -Hour class	$90	$120	$150	$180
2-Hour Class	$180	$240	$300	$360
3-Hour Class	$225	$360	$375	$450
4- Hour Class	$270	$480	$450	$540
5- Hour Class	$370	$580	$550	$640

**first participant charged at $50/hour; second participant charged at $40/hour; three or more participants are charged at $30/hour.
**Each additional hour beyond three hours is $100 no matter the group size.
**Cost of ingredients is separate and will be divided among the participants. A 10% surcharge will be included for the time spent shopping for ingredients.
**Fee includes clean up service and all kitchen tools necessary are provided that the client does not have available in their kitchen.

**Rates for 4 -Week Customized Culinary Courses

If an individual or group would like more in-depth cooking instruction, we offer fully customized 4-week culinary courses which include:

- Three hours of instruction each week for 4 consecutive weeks**

- Each class will focus on creating recipes from one category of food. You may select four categories from the following options: Salads, Dips & Sauces, Side Dishes, Main Courses, Breakfasts, Desserts & Baked Goods

- Customize each class by choosing 3-5 recipes within each category (Recipe selections will be provided by the chef)

- All the classes will be held in your kitchen which gives you the opportunity to learn in an intimate setting and a comfortable environment.

- Our cooking courses are ideal for 1-4 participants.

- Participants will learn various cooking methods as well as healthier options and alternatives to integrate into your cooking repertoire.

We do the grocery shopping**, bring the ingredients and the recipes to your kitchen and clean up! All you have to focus on is cooking, learning and eating!

The 4- week cooking course for up to 3 participants is $1,150.00 (a savings of over $300!)
Each additional participant is $300.00
**Additional classes may be added to the course once you have started your series
**Groceries are billed separately, but you keep the leftovers (prepared food and groceries)

My cooking philosophy is simple:

I believe in using real whole foods to create easy, healthy and delicious meals. While I do find pleasure in creating gourmet meals, that is not my focus with my clients. My goal is to guide individuals with food sensitivities or those interested in improving their overall health towards finding healthier alternatives, so they don’t feel as limited in their options. I have experience working with all variety of dietary plans- gluten free, dairy-free, paleo, vegetarian, vegan—all are welcomed!. The cooking class prices vary based on the selected recipes, the number of individuals participating in the class and the level of individual class customization. Generally, the most popular length of time for cooking classes are 2.5 – 3 hours, which allows time to teach how to make at least three dishes. However, you can certainly do a shorter cooking class than that if you like.

Sample of cooking class topics:

If you are interested I can send sample menus for any of the below themed cooking classes. Also, I can teach anything that you would like to learn so if you have a suggested theme or particular recipes please don’t hesitate to email with ideas! These class themes can just be used as a guide to help you decide which type of class to select!

Basic cooking methods
Unique and easy party appetizers
Creating an easy and delicious menu for hosting a dinner party
Easy veggie side dishes
Recipes for your next homemade brunch
Superfood salads
Plant-based meals/Vegetarian Cuisine
Quick weeknight meals
International Cuisines – I can create a class focused on ANY regional cuisine -i.e. Thai, Indian, Mexican, Greek, Asian, Italian, Japanese, Mediterranean)
Healing through food
Detoxifying meals
Bread making
Specialty baking (ex. Vegan, Gluten-Free, dairy- free ‘Refined Sugar’-Free)
Dehydrating 101
Desserts

TESTIMONIALS

“I have known Autumn for years through a close mutual friend. I knew she had gone to culinary school and was very into nutrition, natural foods, and healing. When I decided I needed to make a big lifestyle change, I had no idea where to even start. I have always been a super picky eater with very little cooking experience and I am only just now trying hard to expand my palate and eat healthier. When I was last in Miami over the holidays, I was able to book a day of cooking with Autumn and it was seriously life changing for me! She helped me to choose some recipes that were healthy and would be simple for a beginner. She is so patient and an excellent teacher. The best part of the lesson is that using the techniques she taught me, I am able to make these things on my own, and so many other dishes as well! Since our lesson, I have gone from someone who barely cooks, to someone who enjoys cooking. I use a meal kit service, and cook dinner 3 times a week. I have gotten more into bread baking, and really find cooking to be relaxing and enjoyable. I have tried foods I thought I didn’t like, but actually do and have been able to incorporate more healthy foods into my diet. Next time I am in Miami, I am calling Autumn for another lesson, cause i’m ready to step up my cooking game.” – Natalie Perlin (NY, NY)