Sous Vide Secrets: Cook Like a Pro at Home

Thursday, April 30th, 2026
6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Discover the technique chefs rely on for perfect results every time. This hands-on sous vide workshop will guide you through precision cooking at home—teaching you how to achieve restaurant-quality texture, flavor, and consistency using simple, repeatable methods.

Led by Certified Master Chef Rich Rosendale, former U.S. Bocuse d’Or competitor, former Executive Chef of The Greenbrier, and longtime owner of Roots 657 in Leesburg.

You’ll season, seal, cook, and finish a series of dishes while learning how to control temperature, timing, and technique for consistently great results.

What You’ll Make:

Sous vide steak with herb butter and pan sauce

Sous vide chicken or fish with a bright, seasonal sauce

Seasonal vegetables, precision-cooked and properly finished

Chef-composed plate bringing all elements together

Served with a light dessert

After a brief chef demonstration, you’ll rotate through guided stations to prepare, cook, and finish each component. Along the way, you’ll learn core sous vide fundamentals and see a side-by-side comparison of traditional vs. sous vide cooking.

The evening concludes with a shared meal featuring everything you’ve prepared.

Class Includes:

2.5–3 hour interactive experience

Full dinner featuring all prepared dishes

Sous vide time & temperature guide + recipe cards to take home

All ingredients, tools, and aprons provided

Location:

Forklift – 75 Lawson Rd SE, Unit 109, Leesburg, VA 20175
Free parking onsite.

Tickets:

Early Bird: $145 (limited availability)
General Admission: $165

Limited to 20–24 guests | Ages 18+

Early Bird tickets are limited and expected to sell out quickly.