Global Sauce Fundamentals

February 9 – February 13, 2026 

Discover how the right sauce can transform any dish from simple to unforgettable. In this 30-hour course, participants will prepare a variety of globally inspired sauces, including Indian chutneys, French coulis, Asian glazes, and Mediterranean spreads. Participants will explore the techniques, ingredients, and flavor profiles that make these sauces central to their cuisines, while learning to balance spice and acidity and highlight elements such as umami and freshness. They will also be introduced to a range of thickening agents and methods that support these preparations. Along the way, participants will deepen their understanding of global flavor systems, practice diverse sauce-making methods, and learn how to adapt these techniques to create innovative sauces that honor the world’s culinary traditions.

Downloadable Material:

Course Guide

PowerPoint Day One: Warm Sauce Bases & Thickeners

PowerPoint Day Two: Warm Global, Ethnic, & Regional Sauces

PowerPoint Day Three: Cold Global, Ethnic, & Regional Sauces

PowerPoint Day Four: Global Dips, Spreads, & Sauce  Accompaniments

PowerPoint Day Five: Global Sauce Variations

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