Portland’s Consignment Kitchenware Store
Building knowledge, resilience and joy for cooks and their kitchens.
Kitchen Culture is a unique kitchen supply store,
offering a constantly evolving selection of used and new cookware,
dinnerware, glassware, kitchen tools, and cookbooks
through our consignment program.
We also provide a variety of educational opportunities,
ranging from food preservation and cooking classes
to conversations about vegetable gardening and food access.
Visit us on SE Foster Road in Portland, Oregon.
Upcoming Classes
Monday, August 17, 2026
6:00-9:00pm
with Katie
Fine-tuning your skills with a kitchen knife can greatly improve the cooking experience. Join us for this hands-on class and learn the reasons for various knife styles, how to care for and handle your knife, proper kitchen posture, how to best execute specific cuts, the basics of honing and sharpening, and more. Bring your own knife from home (if you’re able) and learn how to make your tools work for you!
The materials for this class session are all vegan-friendly, nut-free and gluten-free.
Registration for this class will close on Saturday, August 15 at 5pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Friday, August 21, 2026
6:00-8:00pm
with Leta
Join us for an exploration of Italy’s hand-made pasta traditions! This class will guide participants through the fundamentals of pasta, from dough to plated dish, garnished with a sprinkling of history. In this session, you’ll learn how to make your own vegan pasta dough. Utilizing only your hands or basic hand tools, you’ll learn to form three traditional pasta shapes. At the end of class, we’ll create a simple, seasonal pasta sauce and take time to sit and eat together. You will also have fresh pasta to take home.
The ingredients for this class are vegan.
Registration for this class will close on Wednesday, August 19 at 6pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Sunday, August 23, 2026
11:00am-1:30p
with Leta
Seasonal and foraged foods are ecologically-friendly, free or inexpensive, and integral to Italian cuisine and culture. This class will begin with a fun, guided, neighborhood plant walk to identify edible plants growing in Portland's wild. Afterwards, we'll return to Kitchen Culture to practice some of the genius techniques used by Italian cooks to transform found, hyper-local ingredients into something truly delicious.
Ingredients for this class are vegetarian and may include dairy.
Gluten-free & vegan options will be made available upon request. (Please contact us after registering, so we can prep appropriate ingredients.)
Registration for this class will close on Friday, August 21 at 6pm so we have time to prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
6:00-9:00pm
with Traci
Learn the basics of canning! We’ll discuss safety, procedure and equipment, while walking through the entire process together twice in this class. This is a hands-on experience! You’ll go home with one sweet preserve, one pickled vegetable, and the skills and confidence to safely and successfully can your own produce at home.
All ingredients for this class are vegan and gluten-free.
Registration for this class will close on Monday, August 24 at 6pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Sunday, September 13, 2026
10:30am-1:00pm
with Emily
Learn to create gorgeous, seasonally-inspired galettes using whole grain flours. These rustic, free-form pastries are the perfect canvas for showcasing the Pacific Northwest's seasonal bounty. You'll learn the secrets of working with whole grain flour to create pastry that's irresistibly flaky and master professional techniques for confident dough handling. You'll leave with two beautiful petite galettes of your own, fresh dough to bake a full-size galette at home, as well as professional recipes and insider tips to transform simple ingredients into show-stopping centerpieces.
Ingredients for this class include gluten, dairy and egg.
Registration for this class will close on Friday, September 11 at 6pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Saturday, September 19, 2026
10:30am-1:30pm
with Emily
Learn to bake delicious bread that fits your life, no rigid schedules required! Discover how to read your starter, hone your intuition, and create exceptional sourdough bread that adapts to your everyday lifestyle. You'll learn to work confidently with seasonal temperature shifts, explore the unique flavors and qualities of whole grain flours, and master the art of adjusting fermentation to fit your schedule. Using sensory cues and a mindful approach, you'll develop the intuition to know when your dough is ready to move to the next step. Perfect for busy bakers who've been intimidated by complicated sourdough schedules or those ready to deepen their understanding beyond recipes. Students will leave class with a sourdough starter and their own bread dough to be baked at home.
Ingredients for this class are vegan and contain gluten.
Registration for this class will close on Thursday, September 17 at 6pm, so we have time to plan and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
6:00-8:30pm
with Traci
It’s amazing what a little salt, some well-chosen spices, and a bit of time can do to a vegetable! Learn the basic processes involved in fermenting vegetables, while making your own jars of sauerkraut and kimchi to take home. We’ll practice both the dry salt and wet brine methods, and you’ll develop an understanding of how these processes can be applied in fermenting just about any vegetable you choose.
All ingredients for this class are vegan and gluten-free.
Registration for this class will close on Monday, September 28 at 6pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
6:00-8:30pm
with Samantha
Learn the basics of sourdough baking with an easy, no-knead method. Participants will learn how to shape, fold and score a loaf; how to take care of a starter; and what can be done with leftover starter. Develop the knowledge and confidence you need to start baking sourdough at home regularly! You’ll leave class with a strong sourdough starter, your own dough to bake at home, a packet of recipes, and a proofing basket.
Ingredients for this class are vegan and contain gluten.
Registration for this class will close on Sunday, October 4 at 5pm, so we have time to plan and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, August 6, 2026
3:00-6:00p
The Community Supported Agriculture model allows small farmers to get a financial boost at the beginning of the season when their supplies for the year are purchased, and allows CSA members to get regular deliveries of the best and freshest local vegetables.
Carol Mollet of Sweet Annie’s Farm offers CSA shares for pick up at 4 possible locations — including here at Kitchen Culture, every other Thursday from 3-6pm, from May 14 through November 12. (Pick ups are also available at Ross Island Grocery, 45th Parallel Wines, and Vivienne Culinary Books.)
Your farmer, Carol, loves curating the shares, mixing veggies that could go well together in a meal, and giving diversity in flavors and textures. Each share comes with a cheery email including vegetable information and recipes.
CSA registration and payments can be made by contacting the farm directly at sweetanniesfarm@gmail.com.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
6:00-8:30pm
Learn how to preserve the bounty! Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) shares can be abundant this time of year, and sometimes it’s hard to keep up with all that fresh, seasonal produce. This beginner-friendly canning class will help you make the most of your share by teaching you how to preserve peak-season fruits and vegetables for the months ahead.
This hands-on workshop will cover the basics of safe water bath canning, including proper techniques, food safety, and recommended tools. You’ll make and take home your own jar of something tasty and gain the skills to do it again on your own.
Tickets for this class are offered on a $10-$75 sliding scale. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
Space is limited. Register here: https://www.pnwcsa.org/event-details/learn-the-basics-of-canning-a-hands-on-workshop-2
Sunday, August 16, 2026
3:00-5:00pm
with Traci
Did you know that twice a month our neighborhood association coordinates meal service for nearby shelters? Want to help? Prepare meals with us at Kitchen Culture! We’ll gather the ingredients and put you to work peeling and chopping or boiling and baking. Our space is limited, so please register here if you’d like to attend. It’ll be a fun afternoon to meet some neighbors and do something good for your local community.
Please understand that by registering you are committing to attend and seeing the cooking process through to the end. When people sign up but don’t show up, we run the risk of leaving people unfed.
Note: We share the cost of this effort with the Foster-Powell Neighborhood Association. If you are able, we encourage you to contribute a little bit to the cost of this project as you register. However, if cost is a barrier, please do not let it deter you from participating. When you sign up, our site will ask you for a “billing” address, but you will not be asked for payment information unless you’ve chosen to donate.
September 8-11, 2026
with Brett Stern
KitchenAid® stand mixers were built to last. But after many years of making Grandma’s sugar cookies, this machine, like any other, needs some basic maintenance. To support that, we’re offering a KitchenAid® mixer maintenance service. Drop off your KitchenAid® stand mixer at Kitchen Culture during shop hours on Tuesday or Wednesday, September 8-9 to receive full maintenance service. Your mixer will be available for pick up on Friday or Saturday, September 11-12.
The service will include opening up the unit to inspect, replace the gasket, and re-grease the gears with food-safe grease; inspecting and adjusting the head locking mechanism; checking and adjusting the blade height and pivot point mechanism; checking the electrical cord; inspecting, cleaning and adjusting the speed switch; thoroughly cleaning the exterior of the machine and polishing the surface to make it look almost new.
Please review the details below to learn if this service is a good fit for your mixer.
The maintenance service detailed above costs $125. If replacement parts are needed, they may involve an additional fee. (For example: $15 for speed or head locking lever, $15 for new rubber feet, $20 for worm drive gear)
KitchenAid® stand mixers that are eligible for this maintenance event are Tilt Head models: Classic, Classic Plus, Ultra Plus, Artisan and Lift Bowl model: Heavy Duty. Other models may not be eligible. Please read details below.
Your stand mixer must be able to turn on.
You will need to bring the bowl, wire whisk and flat blade attachments along with the machine.
Regular Services
Yes! We can sharpen your kitchen knives. Bring them by the store any time we’re open and we’ll have them sharp and ready for pick up within 72 hours. Cost is $10 per knife, due upon pick up.
Saturday, August 15, 2026
10:30am-1:00pm
with Emily
Learn to create gorgeous, seasonally-inspired galettes using whole grain flours. These rustic, free-form pastries are the perfect canvas for showcasing the Pacific Northwest's seasonal bounty. You'll learn the secrets of working with whole grain flour to create pastry that's irresistibly flaky and master professional techniques for confident dough handling. You'll leave with two beautiful petite galettes of your own, fresh dough to bake a full-size galette at home, as well as professional recipes and insider tips to transform simple ingredients into show-stopping centerpieces.
Ingredients for this class include gluten, dairy and egg.
Registration for this class will close on Thursday, August 13 at 6pm, so we have time to shop for ingredients and prep class materials.
Please view our FAQs before registering.