The knife is the most used tool in the kitchen. And the most useful, if you know how to use it! Wüsthof Cutlery Expert Ed Bartush, Courtney Rathweg, and Cooks’Wares Culinary Program Director Joe Westfall are teaming up to teach you how to use and care for knives. They will emphasize techniques that are safe, efficient, easier on your hand and wrist, and produce attractive results. Hands-on participation will be required as students use an array of knives to chop, carve, cut, and garnish.

All who attend will receive a valuable gift from Wüsthof and Cooks’Wares to you.

ED BARTUSH represents Wüsthof Cutlery and has been in the cutlery business almost 20 years. He teaches a number of knife skills classes each year throughout a large portion of the country.”

"Cooking should be fun, not work", is the motto that COURTNEY RATHWEG goes by. This mother of three beautiful girls loves to create meals that are quick and easy, and that the whole family will enjoy. By using ingredients that are easily stored in your pantry, along with fresh bright flavors, you can make a meal that you are proud to serve to your family, or even guests. Working as the Cooking Assistant at the Settlers' Walk location has made her hunger for culinary adventure even stronger. Courtney's classes are a mix of cooking and comic relief, and no student will leave hungry!