Frequently Asked Questions
The lessons are for all cooks ( home & professional) who are serious about learning proper sharpening techniques and applying them day to day.
Prior experience with sharpening is recommened.
Absolutely. As long a you are interested in learning the sharpening techniques, I will be happy to do lessons.
Feel free to reach out.
E-transfers, or cash after each lesson.
No cancellation fees. Reach out to me with minimum 2-day notice via text or email.
Normally, it is 2-hours per lesson.
Though we could adjust ±30-min depending on the your schedule.
The price will be prorated based on the hourly rate ($125/hr).
Yes. Every new student gets a free 1-hr consultation session to help you decide.
Just ask and I will refund the money 100%.
What other students say
Sharpening with Brian teaches you basic and advanced techniques required to properly maintain your knives.
But more than that, the classes equip you with overall perspectives on sharpening.
They thereby deepen your understanding of sharpening beyond daily usage/need; they enrich your relationship with your most used tools.
Hoon Ji,Mhel, Canada’s 100 Best 2025
It’s an intense class and you’re dialed in the whole time. And that focus pays off.
After each session, I could feel my technique improving, and it’s made a real difference during each prep and service.
Alex K,Mhel, Canada’s 100 Best 2025
Fantastic lessons with clear goals and hands-on guidance.
Brian taught me single-bevel sharpening in a way that made it simple and effective, and I now feel confident sharpening my own knives.
Peter Y,Centennial College