Here is a list of frequently asked questions:
Q. When are the next course dates?
A. Unfortunately, we are not able to know in advance the dates of the next courses in each of our stores.
Q. Are classes offered year-round?
A. For the Boucherville and Laval stores, the classroom is indoors and classes are offered year-round. As for the Montreal store, we only offer them during the summer period.
*Please note that the Quebec store will not be offering classes at this time.
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Q. How do I book a course online?
A. You must go to this link: https://bbqquebec.com/cours and choose from the available dates the course that suits you. Then, you can choose for how many people you want to buy tickets. You will then click on ''Add to cart''.
Then, you click on your cart at the top right to go to the payment section! That's it, you're done :)
Q. I am unable to book a course, there are no dates available. What should I do?
A. You will have to wait for new course dates to be released! The last spots for this course have just recently been sold out!
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Q. Is it possible to offer a course as a gift?
A. Absolutely! What a great idea! If you are giving the course as a gift, we invite you to get a gift card by clicking here.
Q. Do you offer private lessons in your stores?
A. Certainly. A minimum of 15 participants* is required and a maximum of participants is set according to the store you choose. (*If less than 20 participants, the total cost for 20 people will be spread over the number of participants):
Boucherville - Maximum of 21
Laval - Maximum of 24 people
Quebec - There is no classroom at the moment
Montreal - this course is not available as the courses are held outside
If you are interested in this formula, we invite you to click here to complete a short questionnaire which will help us identify your needs.
Q. What course packages are offered?
A. We offer several course packages. You can go to the course page of our website to read the description by clicking on the course you are interested in:
101 also in English!
102
Introduction to coal
Smokehouse Pro
All-in-One
Q. Does Course 101 have to be taken before Course 102?
A. No, but be careful! If you don't know the difference between direct and indirect cooking, we have to start with 101!!!
Q. How long is a course?
A. The majority of courses last 3 hours.
Q. What time are the classes?
A. Classes are held at 6:30 p.m.
Q. Should we eat dinner before attending a class?
A. No, absolutely not! All the dishes that will be prepared and explained in front of you will be served afterwards. You can bring your refreshments: we will provide glasses for you.
Q. Can we bring our own refreshments?
A. Of course! We provide glasses for you.
Q. Can children attend classes?
A. Technically yes, it is possible. However, as our classrooms are quite small, we ask parents to explain to children that they will need to be careful around the lit and silent BBQs during classes in order to guarantee the best learning environment for our clients. However, please be aware that there may be alcohol on site during the evening. You must also reserve and pay for a place for your child.
Q. Is it possible to move a course to a later date if I am unable to attend?
A. Unfortunately not. Classes are non-exchangeable, non-refundable. Make sure you are available on the selected date since no changes can be made following your course purchase. You can certainly resell your place without any problem.
Friendly advice: Join our Facebook group "BBQ Québec Techniques et Recettes sur le BBQ": it is very active and currently has no less than 48,000 members! You should have no difficulty giving up your place since they are generally very popular with all BBQ lovers, especially during this period of high demand.
Here is the group link: https://fr-ca.facebook.com/groups/BBQQuebec
Q. Can we pay for a course using a gift card?
A. Yes. A BBQ Québec gift card can be used as a method of payment for any purchase in official BBQ Québec stores.
Q. Can a gift card be purchased to give a class as a gift?
A. Absolutely! Click here to visit the gift card page.
Q. Is a gift card purchased for a course valid in all BBQ Québec stores?
A. Certainly! Gift cards are valid in all official BBQ Québec stores (Boucherville, Laval, Montreal and Quebec). They can also be used to make your purchases in store.
Q. Do you offer home tuition?
A. The classes we offer at BBQ Québec are exclusively given in our classrooms located in one of our branches (Boucherville or Laval and Montreal during the summer). However, if you are interested in a private course at home, we invite you to click here to fill out a short questionnaire that will help us identify your needs.
Your question does not appear in this list? We invite you to send us an email by clicking here.
We will be happy to respond to you within a maximum of 3 working days.
Until then, happy BBQing!
Formula 101
Do you want to become THE grill master this year? Would you like your
beloved grill your steak to perfection? Whether you are a beginner,
intermediate or even expert, come spend 3 hours with our team
of enthusiasts where we will have the pleasure of teaching you the best
grilling techniques and pass on our knowledge to you.
Throughout the evening, you will learn the best techniques for
sear steaks, grill chicken, pork, fruits, vegetables, pizza,
burgers, sausages, fish, dessert and more! To understand the
BBQ is THE evening not to be missed! You will discover the joys of
direct cooking and indirect cooking, taste our collection
of spices and BBQ sauces Quebec while tasting the results of
each cooking.
It is preferable not to have dinner before the classes since everything that will be prepared and explained in front of you will be served to you afterwards. You can bring your refreshments: we provide glasses for you.
Please note that courses are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Make sure you are available on the selected date as no changes can be made following your course purchase.
If you are giving the course as a gift, we invite you to purchase a course gift card.
The course lasts 3 hours.
Formula 102
Now it's time to use the techniques and tricks learned in the
101 course to make the most decadent BBQ recipes. Come
discover new accessories like the meat injector and
discover how to cook the juiciest chicken on the market.
On the menu, discover how to make competition ribs,
how to make a filet mignon injected with butter and cognac, served with
blue cheese and maple butter, how to make chicken in a can
summer beer with lime and lemon pieces between the skin and the
flesh in order to tenderize the chicken and make the skin crispier and
as a finale: the famous Bacon Mille-Feuille for a duration of 3 hours.
You do not need to have taken Course 101 to take Course 102,
but if you don't know the difference between direct cooking and
indirect, we start with 101 obligatorily!!!
You are free to bring your refreshments, notebooks and pencils if necessary!
Please note that courses are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Make sure you are available on the selected date as no changes can be made following your course purchase.
If you are giving the course as a gift, we invite you to purchase a course gift card.
The course lasts 3 hours.
Introduction to coal
Are you interested in coal and are you a new owner of a
Charcoal BBQ? Do you want to perfect your techniques or want to
that your husband succeeds in cooking on his new Kamado? The course
Introduction to Charcoal is for you! We created this course for
people who want to buy a charcoal BBQ and who want
learn more about ignition techniques, control of
temperature, on different types of coal and accessories
available to make your BBQ a success every time.
SEVERAL techniques will be demonstrated and tastings will be offered
will be served. Note that the course lasts three hours.
Please note that this course is open to all. There are no prerequisites for
register for the introductory charcoal course.
Please note that courses are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Make sure you are available on the selected date as no changes can be made following your course purchase.
If you are giving the course as a gift, we invite you to purchase a course gift card.
The course lasts 3 hours.
Smokehouse Pro
For you, Saturday is synonymous with slow cooking? You dream at night
of the best injection to succeed in your brisket? This course of a duration
3h is for you! Become a smoking pro is for fans of
smoking. You will learn advanced smoking techniques (at
cold and hot) and injection. You will be taught how to properly balance your
flavors, with the best glazes, rubs and sauces available and we will
talks about the different smokers on the market.
We invite you to complete the Introduction to Charcoal course or to have
good basics in smoking and slow cooking before signing up for this
course.
The meats and fish that are prepared and cooked in front of you are
served in tasting format. You can bring your own drinks
alcoholic or not, we offer regular bottled water as well as
glasses at your disposal. You are free to bring notebooks and
pencils if needed!
Please note that courses are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Make sure you are available on the selected date as no changes can be made following your course purchase.
If you are giving the course as a gift, we invite you to purchase a course gift card.
The course lasts 3 hours.
All-in-One
An All-in-1 is an all-in-one accessory that is designed for
kettle type charcoal barbecues. With it, you maximize the use
of your device and can transform it into a smoker, an oven
pizza, or in a rotisserie.
During the course, we will cover five topics:
What is the definition of All-in-1 and what is it used for?
• Optimal cooking techniques to get the most out of
the accessory
• Heat and charcoal management
• Creative recipes to make and tips for making them
• Maintenance and servicing of the accessory.
• With this information, you will have all the knowledge you need
you need to use your All-in-1 optimally and
impress your guests with delicious and varied meals.
Please note that courses are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. Make sure you are available on the selected date as no changes can be made following your course purchase.
If you are giving the course as a gift, we invite you to purchase a course gift card.
The course lasts 3 hours.