5-Week Intensive
Cooking Class
with Chef Derin
A professional chef training programme combining intensive, hands-on kitchen training with menu management, culinary techniques, pastry arts, international & local cuisine, plating techniques, and an introduction to farm & herbs.
What You Will Learn
A comprehensive culinary journey designed to transform you from a beginner to a confident chef
Hands-On Training
Learn by doing with real ingredients and professional kitchen equipment every session.
Local & International
Master Nigerian classics alongside Italian, Asian, and continental dishes.
Pastry Arts
Dedicated training in baking, pastry, cakes, and dessert creation.
Farm & Herbs
Introduction to fresh farm produce, herbs, and how to source quality ingredients.
Plating & Presentation
Elevate your dishes with professional plating techniques and food styling.
Certificate
Receive a certificate of completion for the Short Culinary Program with Chef Derin.
Course Syllabus
5 weeks of structured, progressive training covering every essential culinary skill
Foundation & Knife Skills
- Kitchen safety & hygiene standards
- Professional knife skills & cutting techniques
- Introduction to cooking equipment & tools
- Basic cooking methods: boiling, blanching, sautéing
- Introduction to farm produce & fresh herbs
- Stock & sauce fundamentals
Cooking Methods & Local Cuisine
- Roasting, grilling & smoking techniques
- Deep frying & shallow frying mastery
- Steaming & braising methods
- Nigerian & West African classics
- Jollof rice, fried rice & native soups
- Protein preparation: meats, poultry & seafood
International Cuisine & Flavours
- Italian cuisine: pasta, risotto & sauces
- Asian flavours: stir-fry, curries & dim sum
- Continental dishes & plating
- Fusion cooking: blending African with global
- Spice pairing & flavour balancing
- Menu development principles
Pastry Arts & Desserts
- Baking fundamentals: measurements & techniques
- Bread making & dough preparation
- Cake baking, layering & decoration
- Pastry cream, custards & fillings
- African-inspired desserts & sweets
- Chocolate work & garnishing
Plating, Presentation & Graduation
- Professional plating techniques
- Food photography basics
- Menu planning & costing
- Kitchen management & workflow
- Final practical assessment
- Certificate presentation & graduation
Introduction to Branding & Food Business
Interested in turning your culinary skills into a business? This optional add-on module covers food branding, business basics, social media for food businesses, and getting your first clients. Available at an extra charge for interested students.
Extra charges applyHow It Works
It's not just Lagos — wherever you are in the world, you can learn with Chef Derin
Physical Class
Lagos, Nigeria- Hands-on training in a professional kitchen
- Direct mentorship from Chef Derin
- Practice with real ingredients & equipment
- 3 sessions per week (Mon, Wed, Fri)
- Sessions are recorded for online students
- Certificate of Completion
Online Class
Anywhere in the World- Well-detailed video recordings of each physical session
- Videos sent the next day after each physical class
- Learn at your own pace from anywhere
- Separate schedule from physical students
- Full access to all 5 weeks of content
- Certificate of Completion
Every physical class session is professionally recorded. Online students receive the full detailed video the very next day, so you never miss a thing — no matter where you are in the world.
Choose Your Plan
Invest in your culinary future with Chef Derin
Physical Class
Lagos, Nigeria
per person
- 5 weeks intensive training
- 3 sessions per week (Mon, Wed, Fri)
- Hands-on kitchen experience
- Direct mentorship from Chef Derin
- All ingredients & equipment provided
- Certificate of Completion
Online Class
Anywhere in the World
per person
- 5 weeks of detailed video content
- Videos sent after each physical session
- Learn from anywhere in the world
- Own-pace learning
- Full course access
- Certificate of Completion
How to Pay & Enroll
Follow these simple steps to secure your spot
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Whether you're in Lagos or anywhere in the world, learn directly from Chef Derin. Class begins April 6, 2026 — limited spots available.