from weeklong courses to weekends and one day courses to evening classes.
Designed for any level of cooking ability, from beginner through to
experienced cooks, each course involves a 'hands-on' approach as well
as practical tips and demonstrations.
October 2008 |
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Mon 13
|
1 day |
Know your Wines |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course will ensure that you get the most out of every glass of wine you drink! Travel through the “Old World” to the “New World” and let your taste buds tingle. Learn how to decipher labels, tips on storage and matching wines to food. A broad range of grapes is covered, mingled with fortified wines and champagne. This course is ideal for beginners and those who would like to learn a little more about fine wines and their regions. Wines for everyday casual dining are also included. |
| Close |
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Tue 14
|
2 days |
Autumn Cookery |
£310.00 |
Book |
| As the seasons change, so do our eating habits. For some Autumnal inspiration join us to cook clever starters and meat courses that can be prepared in advance. For the busy host or hostess we will provide you with plenty of ideas to lessen the stress of entertaining. |
| Close |
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Fri 17
|
3 days |
Autumn Entertaining |
£450.00 |
Book |
| Emphasisis on entertaining in the home.Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses that are warm and rich but not as heavy as winter food. |
| Close |
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Tue 21
|
1 day |
Dinner Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to give the ultimate dinner party! We show you how to organise things so the evening appears effortless, including how to dress your table. This course cover a variety of starters (mushroom tartlets with a thyme and mustard sauce), main courses (wild salmon with basil & tomato butter). |
| Close |
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Wed 22
|
1 day |
Autumn Entertaining |
£120.00 |
full |
| Summer has disappeared and the evenings are getting shorter. What a perfect season to entertain! Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses that are warm and rich but not as heavy as winter food |
| Close |
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Fri 24
|
3 days |
Dinner Party |
£450.00 |
Book |
| Looking for inspiration that's achievable with a busy lifestyle? This is a perfect course if you love to entertain but are not quite sure how much of it you can do ahead. Using versatile seasonal recipes, learn a variety of techniques to help you achieve the perfect dinner party. From preparing canapes to creating juicy but delicate meat or fish dishes, this is the course for you. The day may feature gravid lax,seared pigeon breasts with apricot conserve and buttermilk panna cotta. |
| Close |
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Tue 28
|
1 day |
Italian |
£120.00 |
full |
| There is a lot more to this day than pasta and rice! Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 29
|
1 day |
Fish & Seafood |
£140.00 |
full |
| Learn how to fillet, prepare and cook seasonal fish from lake and sea. This is a hands-on course for fish lovers and includes vegetable accompaniments and sauces. There will also be tasting demonstrations prepared by the tutor throughout the course. Students work in pairs to prepare the fish. The day culminates in a wonderful lunch prepared by the students. The recipes may include turbot, tuna, salmon, scallops, bream, eel and brill. |
| Close |
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Fri 31
|
3 days |
Food for friends |
£450.00 |
Book |
| Our tutors will take you through many different recipes that can be used for picnics, family dinner parties. Much of it can be frozen and the recipes sweet and savoury alike, are simple, fun and versatile. The course may feature charred prawns with lemon grass, spatchcock roast chicken with red pepper jam and flourless chocolate cake. |
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November 2008 |
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Tue 4
|
1 day |
Winter Wonders |
£120.00 |
full |
| The seasons have changed and there is a huge variety of new season foods. Dishes will be more suited to the cold weather but remain light and tasty. Some game dishes will be included as well as lots of colourful puddings. Learn delicious new ways to serve vegetables as well as cakes and biscuits. |
| Close |
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Wed 5
|
1 day |
Soups & Stews |
£120.00 |
Book |
| From hearty fish stews to Moroccan tagines, from fish soups to light zesty broths. |
| Close |
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Fri 7
|
3 days |
Game Cooking |
£450.00 |
full |
| There are many tips to make game cookery more enjoyable and easier. On this course we will share with you invaluable secrets such as the fact that birds that have been chilled for several hours will be easier to pluck. Small hints can make a difference, but the real delight will be cooking "Pheasant `a la Georgienne" with Madeira & Walnuts or pan-fried Venison with Burgundy & Pears. This course will also cover suitable non-game starters and puddings to accompany game. |
| Close |
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Tue 11
|
1 day |
Bread & Soups |
£120.00 |
Book |
| The perfect combination! Learn how to make the lightest nut loaves to the richest cheese loaves,from fish soups to light zesty broths. |
| Close |
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Fri 14
|
1 day |
Traditional Irish |
£120.00 |
full |
| Using the freshest of local ingredients, Irish trends, old and new are reflected in the recipes on this course. From traditional bread making to new twists on sauces, fish and game preparation, a huge amount is covered on this relaxed fun packed day. |
| Close |
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Sat 15
|
1 day |
Game Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Discover the best way to serve and cook game and still have time to talk to your friends! Learn also about non-game starters that compliment the main course. |
| Close |
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Tue 18
|
1 day |
Winter Wonders |
£120.00 |
full |
| The seasons have changed and there is a huge variety of new season foods. Dishes will be more suited to the cold weather but remain light and tasty. Some game dishes will be included as well as lots of colourful puddings. Learn delicious new ways to serve vegetables as well as cakes and biscuits. |
| Close |
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|
Wed 19
|
1 day |
Christmas Wine & Starters |
£120.00 |
Book |
| In the morning, students will work in pairs to prepare a diverse range of starters. Useful recipes that you can freeze ahead of time and others that are very simple to prepare and are stunning to look at. After a break, your taste buds will be tingling for a different reason. Learn about wines from the Old and New Worlds. Add a bit of sparkle to Christmas with champagnes and sparkling wines. Match Christmas fare to the best performing wines on the market at the time. |
| Close |
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Thu 20
|
0 day |
Evening Demonstration- A Taste of the Orient |
£30.00 |
Book |
| Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, sample each of the dishes and receive a copy of all the recipes. Demonstations lasting approximately 2 hours. |
| Close |
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Fri 21
|
3 days |
Winter Wonder |
£450.00 |
Book |
| As most of the warm day light has retreated, join us for cooking more wholesome food. From breads to terrines and casseroles, soups and biscuits and cakes, there will be some winter nourishment for everyone! |
| Close |
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Tue 25
|
1 day |
Game Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Discover the best way to serve and cook game and still have time to talk to your friends! Learn also about non-game starters that compliment the main course. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 26
|
1 day |
Thai Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course is for Thai food lovers. Cooking with fresh zingy herbs, spices and coconut to produce authentic dishes. |
| Close |
|
|
Thu 27
|
0 day |
Evening Demonstration- Christmas Puddings & Starters |
£30.00 |
Book |
| Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, sample each of the dishes and receive a copy of all the recipes. Demonstations lasting approximately 2 hours. |
| Close |
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Sat 29
|
2 days |
Early Christmas |
£310.00 |
full |
| Be prepared for Christmas and learn about some clever recipes to freeze ahead of time. You will learn about new ideas for starters as well as pre- and post- festivity main courses. This course does not necessarily deal with Christmas day but will include ideas for left over food and last minute cake decorating. |
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December 2008 |
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Mon 1
|
1 day |
Vegetarian Christmas |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Forget the nut roasts and dive into the world of char-grilled vegetables, roast terrines, creamy gratins and elegant starters. Create tasty canapes, versatile sauces and prepare-ahead amin courses as well as ideas for dessert. |
| Close |
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Tue 2
|
1 day |
Early Christmas Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| For those who like to be organised! Pre-plan your entire Christmas with clever ideas for prepare-ahead vegetable dishes, sauces and gravies. Be inspired by ideas for canapes, Christmas Eve supper and clever ways to disguise leftovers. |
| Close |
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Wed 3
|
1 day |
Christmas Wine & Starters |
£120.00 |
Book |
| In the morning, students will work in pairs to prepare a diverse range of starters. Useful recipes that you can freeze ahead of time and others that are very simple to prepare and are stunning to look at. After a break, your taste buds will be tingling for a different reason. Learn about wines from the Old and New Worlds. Add a bit of sparkle to Christmas with champagnes and sparkling wines. Match Christmas fare to the best performing wines on the market at the time. |
| Close |
|
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Thu 4
|
0 day |
Evening Demonstration-Christmas Food for Friends |
£30.00 |
Book |
| Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, sample each of the dishes and receive a copy of all the recipes. Demonstations lasting approximately 2 hours. |
| Close |
|
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Fri 5
|
3 days |
Winter Wonder |
£450.00 |
Book |
| As most of the warm day light has retreated, join us for cooking more wholesome food. From breads to terrines and casseroles, soups and biscuits and cakes, there will be some winter nourishment for everyone! |
| Close |
|
|
Mon 8
|
0 day |
Evening Demonstration- Festive Food |
£30.00 |
Book |
| Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine, sample each of the dishes and receive a copy of all the recipes. Demonstations lasting approximately 2 hours. |
| Close |
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Tue 9
|
1 day |
Festive Food |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Thoughts of Christmas conjure up visions of huge crackling fires, the delicious smell of a newly cut pine tree and, of course, friends. Delight these special people by pampering them with seasonal delights such as roast Goose with Apple & Potato stuffing or slices of Almond & Chocolate Cake. At the Belle Isle School of Cookery you will learn how to make the lightest and tastiest Mince Pies as well as some less traditional fish starters and fruit tarts. |
| Close |
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Thu 11
|
1 day |
Surviving Christmas |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Be inspired by the idea of pre-planning as much as possible and take the stress out of Christmas. Ideas for "emergency" freezer food when you have more guests than expected. Tips for alternative cake decorations and making the most of your leftovers. |
| Close |
|
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Fri 12
|
1 day |
Festive Food |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Thoughts of Christmas conjure up visions of huge crackling fires, the delicious smell of a newly cut pine tree and, of course, friends. Delight these special people by pampering them with seasonal delights such as roast Goose with Apple & Potato stuffing or slices of Almond & Chocolate Cake. At the Belle Isle School of Cookery you will learn how to make the lightest and tastiest Mince Pies as well as some less traditional fish starters and fruit tarts. |
| Close |
|
|
Mon 15
|
1 day |
Festive Food |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Thoughts of Christmas conjure up visions of huge crackling fires, the delicious smell of a newly cut pine tree and, of course, friends. Delight these special people by pampering them with seasonal delights such as roast Goose with Apple & Potato stuffing or slices of Almond & Chocolate Cake. At the Belle Isle School of Cookery you will learn how to make the lightest and tastiest Mince Pies as well as some less traditional fish starters and fruit tarts. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 16
|
1 day |
Festive Food |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Thoughts of Christmas conjure up visions of huge crackling fires, the delicious smell of a newly cut pine tree and, of course, friends. Delight these special people by pampering them with seasonal delights such as roast Goose with Apple & Potato stuffing or slices of Almond & Chocolate Cake. At the Belle Isle School of Cookery you will learn how to make the lightest and tastiest Mince Pies as well as some less traditional fish starters and fruit tarts. |
| Close |
|
January 2009 |
|
Sat 10
|
1 day |
Winter Suprises |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Combine new knife skills with a fabulous repertoire of reliable recipes and come up with a fun days cooking that will suit your friends and family alike. From bread making to robust winter warmers to see you through the cold season. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 13
|
1 day |
Winter Suprises |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Combine new knife skills with a fabulous repertoire of reliable recipes and come up with a fun days cooking that will suit your friends and family alike. From bread making to robust winter warmers to see you through the cold season. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 14
|
1 day |
Bread & Soups |
£120.00 |
Book |
| The perfect combination! Learn how to make the lightest nut loaves to the richest cheese loaves,from fish soups to light zesty broths. |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 16
|
1 day |
Winter Suprises |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Combine new knife skills with a fabulous repertoire of reliable recipes and come up with a fun days cooking that will suit your friends and family alike. From bread making to robust winter warmers to see you through the cold season. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 17
|
1 day |
Thai Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course is for Thai food lovers. Cooking with fresh zingy herbs, spices and coconut to produce authentic dishes. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 24
|
1 day |
Soups & Stews |
£120.00 |
Book |
| From hearty fish stews to Moroccan tagines, from fish soups to light zesty broths. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 27
|
1 day |
Dinner Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to give the ultimate dinner party! We show you how to organise things so the evening appears effortless, including how to dress your table. This course cover a variety of starters (mushroom tartlets with a thyme and mustard sauce), main courses (wild salmon with basil & tomato butter). |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 28
|
1 day |
Fish & Seafood |
£140.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to fillet, prepare and cook seasonal fish from lake and sea. This is a hands-on course for fish lovers and includes vegetable accompaniments and sauces. There will also be tasting demonstrations prepared by the tutor throughout the course. Students work in pairs to prepare the fish. The day culminates in a wonderful lunch prepared by the students. The recipes may include turbot, tuna, salmon, scallops, bream, eel and brill. |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 30
|
1 day |
Winter Suprises |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Combine new knife skills with a fabulous repertoire of reliable recipes and come up with a fun days cooking that will suit your friends and family alike. From bread making to robust winter warmers to see you through the cold season. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 31
|
1 day |
Know your Wines |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course will ensure that you get the most out of every glass of wine you drink! Travel through the “Old World” to the “New World” and let your taste buds tingle. Learn how to decipher labels, tips on storage and matching wines to food. A broad range of grapes is covered, mingled with fortified wines and champagne. This course is ideal for beginners and those who would like to learn a little more about fine wines and their regions. Wines for everyday casual dining are also included. |
| Close |
|
February 2009 |
|
Tue 3
|
1 day |
The Quintessential Tea Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Create, quite simply, the best tea party ever! Students will be guided in new techniques for a visually impressive banquet of sweet and savoury recipes which can be mostly made in advance. Get tips on presentation for these versatile dishes. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 4
|
1 day |
Food for Friends |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. |
| Close |
|
|
Mon 9
|
26 days |
4 week diploma course |
£2600.00 |
Book |
| As well as learning new techniques, kitchen management and hygiene feature highly throughout the 4 weeks. Knife skills and other techniques will be practised daily. The classes are kept to a maximum of 12 students to insure close tuition. Students will stay in the courtyard of the estate, dining in the cookery school each day.The courses run from Monday to Friday starting at 10am and ending at 4pm. The students will be broken up into groups and each Friday one group will cook a three-course dinner for the other students. The course offers a variety of imaginative ideas and also includes vegetarian dishes. This course offers the students a chance to create their own style and enhance their repertoire. |
| Close |
|
March 2009 |
|
Tue 10
|
1 day |
A taste of the Orient |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Take a spin of the exotic cuisines of East Asia, from China and Japan to Mongolia! Learn some unusual, but famil friendly recipes using available ingredients. All recipes are very versatile and fun to prepare |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 11
|
0 day |
Evening Dinner party |
£60.00 |
Book |
| Bring a group of 12 friends from 6pm-10pm and cook your own dinner party together. Learn new techniques for versatile dinner party recipes that can be prepared in advance. Learn about impressive presentation in a hands-on evening followed by dinner cooked by our own fair hands, our house wine is included. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 14
|
2 days |
Spring Dreams |
£310.00 |
full |
| A practical course in the art of cooking for friends and family using new season ingredients. From bread to main courses to puddings and a variety of starters or light supper dishes. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 18
|
1 day |
Spring dinner party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Spring brings with it a new zest for life and lighter food after winter. Prepare a wonderful dinner with new season vegetables, meat and fish. Learn new techniques for preparing a simple but stunning menu |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 20
|
3 days |
Spring Dinner Party |
£450.00 |
Book |
| Spring brings us the start of a whole new season. Learn to tackle new recipes such as grilled lamb with cardamon and rice wine sauce. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 24
|
1 day |
The Art of the Sauce |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to create classic French and Italian sauces in advance as well as some modern interpretations. Starters,main courses and desserts will all be prepared from scratch with a versatile sauce for each. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 25
|
1 day |
Family Food |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Course description to follow |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 27
|
1 day |
Thai Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course is for Thai food lovers. Cooking with fresh zingy herbs, spices and coconut to produce authentic dishes. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 28
|
1 day |
Food for Friends |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 31
|
1 day |
French Dinner party and Wine Tasting |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course has the best of both worlds! Spend the morning cooking up a storm, learning classic techniques for presenting a French inspired dinner party. After a break at 12.30 and a sample of some of the French fare, move on to wine interpretation and tasting. The day will be rounded off with a late lunch. |
| Close |
|
April 2009 |
|
Wed 1
|
1 day |
Spring dinner party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Spring brings with it a new zest for life and lighter food after winter. Prepare a wonderful dinner with new season vegetables, meat and fish. Learn new techniques for preparing a simple but stunning menu |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 3
|
1 day |
One Pot Dinners |
£120.00 |
Book |
| For people with either very little preparation time of very few pots! Combine the freshest ingredients in one pot to create deeply flavoured soups, tagines, casseroles and pot roasts. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 4
|
1 day |
Dinner Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to give the ultimate dinner party! We show you how to organise things so the evening appears effortless, including how to dress your table. This course cover a variety of starters (mushroom tartlets with a thyme and mustard sauce), main courses (wild salmon with basil & tomato butter). |
| Close |
|
|
Mon 6
|
1 day |
Cooking with Chicken |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Find out how to bone a chicken properly and how best to retain those delicious juices that can be lost by overcooking.Explore dishes for all the family as well as some more impressive dinner party dishes. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 7
|
1 day |
Spring dinner party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Spring brings with it a new zest for life and lighter food after winter. Prepare a wonderful dinner with new season vegetables, meat and fish. Learn new techniques for preparing a simple but stunning menu |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 8
|
1 day |
Fish & Seafood |
£140.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to fillet, prepare and cook seasonal fish from lake and sea. This is a hands-on course for fish lovers and includes vegetable accompaniments and sauces. There will also be tasting demonstrations prepared by the tutor throughout the course. Students work in pairs to prepare the fish. The day culminates in a wonderful lunch prepared by the students. The recipes may include turbot, tuna, salmon, scallops, bream, eel and brill. |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 17
|
3 days |
Spring Dinner Party |
£450.00 |
Book |
| Spring brings us the start of a whole new season. Learn to tackle new recipes such as grilled lamb with cardamon and rice wine sauce. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 21
|
1 day |
Vegetarian Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Get inspiration from innovative recipes for starters and main courses such as savoy cabbage stuffed with wild rice, goats cheese and sun dried tomatoes or a whole baked squash with garlic and thyme served with a sweet chilli sauce. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 22
|
1 day |
Food for Friends |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 25
|
2 days |
Spring Dreams |
£310.00 |
Book |
| A practical course in the art of cooking for friends and family using new season ingredients. From bread to main courses to puddings and a variety of starters or light supper dishes. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 29
|
1 day |
Italian |
£120.00 |
Book |
| There is a lot more to this day than pasta and rice! Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. |
| Close |
|
|
Thu 30
|
1 day |
Sweet & Savoury Tarts |
£120.00 |
Book |
| There are many different techniques for the best terrines and tarts. Learn how to carefully layer stunning terrines for starters made from fish or seasonal vegetables. Easy to put together ice cream terrines are wonderful for desserts and best made ahead of time. Learn how to make the perfect pastry for sweet and savoury tarts with a myriad of fillings. Taste the fruits of your labours at the end of the day during lunch and take home a host of new ideas. |
| Close |
|
May 2009 |
|
Wed 6
|
1 day |
Food for Friends |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 8
|
1 day |
Summer Wine & Starters |
£120.00 |
Book |
| In the morning, students will work in pairs to prepare a diverse range of starters. Useful recipes that you can freeze ahead of time and others that are very simple to prepare and are stunning to look at. After a break, your taste buds will be tingling for a different reason. Learn about wines from the Old and New Worlds. Add a bit of sparkle with champagnes and sparkling wines. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 9
|
1 day |
A taste of the Orient |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Take a spin of the exotic cuisines of East Asia, from China and Japan to Mongolia! Learn some unusual, but famil friendly recipes using available ingredients. All recipes are very versatile and fun to prepare |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 12
|
1 day |
The Art of the Sauce |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to create classic French and Italian sauces in advance as well as some modern interpretations. Starters,main courses and desserts will all be prepared from scratch with a versatile sauce for each. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 13
|
1 day |
Family Food |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Course description to follow |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 16
|
2 days |
Summer Food for Friends |
£310.00 |
Book |
| With less formal entertaining in mind, learn new recipes for outdoor entertaining which may include barbecued meat or vegetables, fish starters and fruity desserts. |
| Close |
|
|
Tue 19
|
1 day |
Summer Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course is for people who love to entertain but have little time to prepare food at the last minute. Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. All courses are based on seasonal food. |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 22
|
1 day |
French Dinner party and Wine Tasting |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course has the best of both worlds! Spend the morning cooking up a storm, learning classic techniques for presenting a French inspired dinner party. After a break at 12.30 and a sample of some of the French fare, move on to wine interpretation and tasting. The day will be rounded off with a late lunch. |
| Close |
|
|
Sat 23
|
0 day |
Evening Dinner party |
£60.00 |
Book |
| Bring a group of 12 friends from 6pm-10pm and cook your own dinner party together. Learn new techniques for versatile dinner party recipes that can be prepared in advance. Learn about impressive presentation in a hands-on evening followed by dinner cooked by our own fair hands, our house wine is included. |
| Close |
|
|
Wed 27
|
1 day |
Fish & Seafood |
£140.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to fillet, prepare and cook seasonal fish from lake and sea. This is a hands-on course for fish lovers and includes vegetable accompaniments and sauces. There will also be tasting demonstrations prepared by the tutor throughout the course. Students work in pairs to prepare the fish. The day culminates in a wonderful lunch prepared by the students. The recipes may include turbot, tuna, salmon, scallops, bream, eel and brill. |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 29
|
3 days |
Summer madness |
£450.00 |
Book |
| This course is for people who love to entertain but have little time to prepare food at the last minute. Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. All courses are based on seasonal food. |
| Close |
|
June 2009 |
|
Tue 2
|
1 day |
Indian Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| For people who love Indian food, cooked authentically. Learn to use and store herbs and spices. |
| Close |
|
|
Fri 5
|
1 day |
Italian |
£120.00 |
Book |
| There is a lot more to this day than pasta and rice! Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. |
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Sat 6
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1 day |
Summer Wine & Starters |
£120.00 |
Book |
| In the morning, students will work in pairs to prepare a diverse range of starters. Useful recipes that you can freeze ahead of time and others that are very simple to prepare and are stunning to look at. After a break, your taste buds will be tingling for a different reason. Learn about wines from the Old and New Worlds. Add a bit of sparkle with champagnes and sparkling wines. |
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Wed 10
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2 days |
Outdoor Entertaining |
£310.00 |
Book |
| Easy but tasty food for any amount of people. Everything designed to be cooked outside even if it rains! Learn about safe food practises and storage. Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised about it. |
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Sat 13
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2 days |
Summer Food for Friends |
£310.00 |
Book |
| With less formal entertaining in mind, learn new recipes for outdoor entertaining which may include barbecued meat or vegetables, fish starters and fruity desserts. |
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Wed 17
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1 day |
"BBQ, Sauces & Salads " |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Open your eyes to the vast world of salads, warm and cold, encompassing fish, vegetables and marinated meats. Learn about emulsion based sauces and zingy vinaigrettes |
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Thu 18
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1 day |
The Quintessential Tea Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Create, quite simply, the best tea party ever! Students will be guided in new techniques for a visually impressive banquet of sweet and savoury recipes which can be mostly made in advance. Get tips on presentation for these versatile dishes. |
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Sat 20
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2 days |
Summer Food for Friends |
£310.00 |
Book |
| With less formal entertaining in mind, learn new recipes for outdoor entertaining which may include barbecued meat or vegetables, fish starters and fruity desserts. |
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Wed 24
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1 day |
Low Fat Summer Days |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Low fat food in the summer is easy because there is a wealth of delicious vegetables and lean meat. Get your taste buds tingling with delicious but healthy recipes to include fish, sauces and puddings. This course will give you lots of ideas for entertaining friends as well as delighting your family. |
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Sat 27
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1 day |
A taste of the Orient |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Take a spin of the exotic cuisines of East Asia, from China and Japan to Mongolia! Learn some unusual, but famil friendly recipes using available ingredients. All recipes are very versatile and fun to prepare |
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Mon 29
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1 day |
Outdoor Entertaining for Men |
£120.00 |
Book |
| New ideas for grilling and barbequing. Learn about boning and carving meat. |
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July 2009 |
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Thu 2
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1 day |
Outdoor Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Lots of ideas for meat and vegetables. Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised! Make wonderful new sauces that are very versatile:(Aubergine relish/chilli & yogurt sauce). Picnic food (Hunter's loaf/lobster rolls) and summer sweetnes (Champagne jellies/fruit pastries). |
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Sat 4
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1 day |
Cooking for Children 8-12 years |
£60.00 |
Book |
| Exciting and innovative food for kids, that is not only healthy but fun to cook. |
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Tue 7
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1 day |
Summer Madness |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This is a course with friends in mind. Make the most of the glut of summer vegetables and tender meat. Learn to create feasts for your friends without chaining yourself to the kitchen all day. Ease their thirst with refreshing homemade citrus and mint drinks and then feed their hunger with fresh and crunchy Salads such as Carrot & Red Onion with a Lemony Dressing and a very light Wild Salmon Carpaccio. Entice them with wonderful tangy Potato & Artichoke Tarts to eat with char-grilled Steaks and Tomato & Basil compote. We will show you how to get the most out of summer fruit for puddings without feeling exhausted! |
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Wed 8
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1 day |
Summer Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course is for people who love to entertain but have little time to prepare food at the last minute. Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. All courses are based on seasonal food. |
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Fri 17
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1 day |
Know your Wines |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course will ensure that you get the most out of every glass of wine you drink! Travel through the “Old World” to the “New World” and let your taste buds tingle. Learn how to decipher labels, tips on storage and matching wines to food. A broad range of grapes is covered, mingled with fortified wines and champagne. This course is ideal for beginners and those who would like to learn a little more about fine wines and their regions. Wines for everyday casual dining are also included. |
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Sat 18
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1 day |
Cooking for kids 12-16 years |
£60.00 |
Book |
| Exciting and innovative food for kids, that is not only healthy but fun to cook. |
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Mon 20
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1 day |
Summer Madness |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This is a course with friends in mind. Make the most of the glut of summer vegetables and tender meat. Learn to create feasts for your friends without chaining yourself to the kitchen all day. Ease their thirst with refreshing homemade citrus and mint drinks and then feed their hunger with fresh and crunchy Salads such as Carrot & Red Onion with a Lemony Dressing and a very light Wild Salmon Carpaccio. Entice them with wonderful tangy Potato & Artichoke Tarts to eat with char-grilled Steaks and Tomato & Basil compote. We will show you how to get the most out of summer fruit for puddings without feeling exhausted! |
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Tue 21
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1 day |
"BBQ, Sauces & Salads " |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Open your eyes to the vast world of salads, warm and cold, encompassing fish, vegetables and marinated meats. Learn about emulsion based sauces and zingy vinaigrettes |
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Thu 23
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1 day |
Summer Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course is for people who love to entertain but have little time to prepare food at the last minute. Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. All courses are based on seasonal food. |
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Sat 25
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1 day |
Italian |
£120.00 |
Book |
| There is a lot more to this day than pasta and rice! Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. |
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Tue 28
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1 day |
Summer Madness |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This is a course with friends in mind. Make the most of the glut of summer vegetables and tender meat. Learn to create feasts for your friends without chaining yourself to the kitchen all day. Ease their thirst with refreshing homemade citrus and mint drinks and then feed their hunger with fresh and crunchy Salads such as Carrot & Red Onion with a Lemony Dressing and a very light Wild Salmon Carpaccio. Entice them with wonderful tangy Potato & Artichoke Tarts to eat with char-grilled Steaks and Tomato & Basil compote. We will show you how to get the most out of summer fruit for puddings without feeling exhausted! |
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Thu 30
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1 day |
Outdoor Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Lots of ideas for meat and vegetables. Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised! Make wonderful new sauces that are very versatile:(Aubergine relish/chilli & yogurt sauce). Picnic food (Hunter's loaf/lobster rolls) and summer sweetnes (Champagne jellies/fruit pastries). |
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August 2009 |
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Tue 4
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1 day |
Cooking with Chicken |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Find out how to bone a chicken properly and how best to retain those delicious juices that can be lost by overcooking.Explore dishes for all the family as well as some more impressive dinner party dishes. |
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Fri 7
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1 day |
Family Food |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Course description to follow |
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Sat 8
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1 day |
Cooking for Children 8-12 years |
£60.00 |
Book |
| Exciting and innovative food for kids, that is not only healthy but fun to cook. |
| Close |
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Tue 11
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1 day |
Summer Madness |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This is a course with friends in mind. Make the most of the glut of summer vegetables and tender meat. Learn to create feasts for your friends without chaining yourself to the kitchen all day. Ease their thirst with refreshing homemade citrus and mint drinks and then feed their hunger with fresh and crunchy Salads such as Carrot & Red Onion with a Lemony Dressing and a very light Wild Salmon Carpaccio. Entice them with wonderful tangy Potato & Artichoke Tarts to eat with char-grilled Steaks and Tomato & Basil compote. We will show you how to get the most out of summer fruit for puddings without feeling exhausted! |
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Fri 14
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1 day |
The Quintessential Tea Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Create, quite simply, the best tea party ever! Students will be guided in new techniques for a visually impressive banquet of sweet and savoury recipes which can be mostly made in advance. Get tips on presentation for these versatile dishes. |
| Close |
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Sat 15
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1 day |
Know your Wines |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course will ensure that you get the most out of every glass of wine you drink! Travel through the “Old World” to the “New World” and let your taste buds tingle. Learn how to decipher labels, tips on storage and matching wines to food. A broad range of grapes is covered, mingled with fortified wines and champagne. This course is ideal for beginners and those who would like to learn a little more about fine wines and their regions. Wines for everyday casual dining are also included. |
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Mon 17
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1 day |
The Art of the Sauce |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to create classic French and Italian sauces in advance as well as some modern interpretations. Starters,main courses and desserts will all be prepared from scratch with a versatile sauce for each. |
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Wed 19
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1 day |
Now that we're married! |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to prepare delicious recipes for 2 or more, from starters, main courses to puddings. Many styles of cooking may be referred to on the day, from Thai to French influences. Recipes are simple and cost effective. |
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Fri 21
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0 day |
Evening Dinner party |
£60.00 |
Book |
| Bring a group of 12 friends from 6pm-10pm and cook your own dinner party together. Learn new techniques for versatile dinner party recipes that can be prepared in advance. Learn about impressive presentation in a hands-on evening followed by dinner cooked by our own fair hands, our house wine is included. |
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Tue 25
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1 day |
Budget food for starving students |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Wean yourselves off take away food and learn some new techniques to cook proper food! Learn how to transform cheap cuts of meat into succulent dishes with very little effort. Create a proper store cupboard and you will never go hungry or broke again! |
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Wed 26
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1 day |
Outdoor Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Lots of ideas for meat and vegetables. Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised! Make wonderful new sauces that are very versatile:(Aubergine relish/chilli & yogurt sauce). Picnic food (Hunter's loaf/lobster rolls) and summer sweetnes (Champagne jellies/fruit pastries). |
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Thu 27
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1 day |
Dinner Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to give the ultimate dinner party! We show you how to organise things so the evening appears effortless, including how to dress your table. This course cover a variety of starters (mushroom tartlets with a thyme and mustard sauce), main courses (wild salmon with basil & tomato butter). |
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September 2009 |
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Wed 2
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1 day |
Budget food for starving students |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Wean yourselves off take away food and learn some new techniques to cook proper food! Learn how to transform cheap cuts of meat into succulent dishes with very little effort. Create a proper store cupboard and you will never go hungry or broke again! |
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Thu 3
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1 day |
Food for Friends |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. |
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Mon 7
|
26 days |
4 week diploma course |
£2600.00 |
Book |
| As well as learning new techniques, kitchen management and hygiene feature highly throughout the 4 weeks. Knife skills and other techniques will be practised daily. The classes are kept to a maximum of 12 students to insure close tuition. Students will stay in the courtyard of the estate, dining in the cookery school each day.The courses run from Monday to Friday starting at 10am and ending at 4pm. The students will be broken up into groups and each Friday one group will cook a three-course dinner for the other students. The course offers a variety of imaginative ideas and also includes vegetarian dishes. This course offers the students a chance to create their own style and enhance their repertoire. |
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October 2009 |
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Tue 6
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1 day |
Autumn Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Summer has disappeared and the evenings are getting shorter. What a perfect season to entertain! Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses that are warm and rich but not as heavy as winter food |
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Wed 7
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1 day |
Bread & Soups |
£120.00 |
Book |
| The perfect combination! Learn how to make the lightest nut loaves to the richest cheese loaves,from fish soups to light zesty broths. |
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Fri 9
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3 days |
Autumn Entertaining |
£450.00 |
Book |
| Emphasisis on entertaining in the home.Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses that are warm and rich but not as heavy as winter food. |
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Tue 13
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1 day |
French Dinner party and Wine Tasting |
£120.00 |
Book |
| This course has the best of both worlds! Spend the morning cooking up a storm, learning classic techniques for presenting a French inspired dinner party. After a break at 12.30 and a sample of some of the French fare, move on to wine interpretation and tasting. The day will be rounded off with a late lunch. |
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Wed 14
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1 day |
Fish & Seafood |
£140.00 |
Book |
| Learn how to fillet, prepare and cook seasonal fish from lake and sea. This is a hands-on course for fish lovers and includes vegetable accompaniments and sauces. There will also be tasting demonstrations prepared by the tutor throughout the course. Students work in pairs to prepare the fish. The day culminates in a wonderful lunch prepared by the students. The recipes may include turbot, tuna, salmon, scallops, bream, eel and brill. |
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Sat 17
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2 days |
Winter Wine and Dinner Party |
£310.00 |
Book |
| Spend the morning cooking up the prefect dinner party, before sitting down to wine tasting to match up to your food |
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Tue 20
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1 day |
Wine & Dinner Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Spend the morning cooking up the prefect dinner party which can be made in advance before sitting down to a wine tasting to match up to your food. End the perfect day by eating the fruits of your labour during a late lunch. |
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Wed 21
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1 day |
Indian Cookery |
£120.00 |
Book |
| For people who love Indian food, cooked authentically. Learn to use and store herbs and spices. |
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Fri 23
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3 days |
Game & Autumn Entertaining |
£450.00 |
Book |
| Get to grips with the practical experience of preparing game from scratch and teaming it with great starters and main courses. Seasonal game birds and meat will be prepared whilst improving your knife skills |
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Tue 27
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1 day |
Food for Friends |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Increase your repertoire of recipes and learn clever tricks to prepare food ahead of time. This is casual food at its best with a smart twist. The recipes could include meat, vegetables and desserts. |
| Close |
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Wed 28
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1 day |
Autumn Entertaining |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Summer has disappeared and the evenings are getting shorter. What a perfect season to entertain! Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses that are warm and rich but not as heavy as winter food |
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Fri 30
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1 day |
Wine & Dinner Party |
£120.00 |
Book |
| Spend the morning cooking up the prefect dinner party which can be made in advance before sitting down to a wine tasting to match up to your food. End the perfect day by eating the fruits of your labour during a late lunch. |
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Sat 31
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0 day |
Evening Dinner party |
£60.00 |
Book |
| Bring a group of 12 friends from 6pm-10pm and cook your own dinner party together. Learn new techniques for versatile dinner party recipes that can be prepared in advance. Learn about impressive presentation in a hands-on evening followed by dinner cooked by our own fair hands, our house wine is included. |
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November 2009 |
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Tue 3
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1 day |
Winter Suprises |
£120.00 |
Book |
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