Belle School of Cookery course dates
Cookery Courses at the Belle Isle School of Cookery vary in duration 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.

Maximum of 14 people per course. Please read the terms and conditions. Click on course title for fuller description.

September 2010
Mon 6	26 days	4 week diploma course	£2600.00	full
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 14 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
October 2010
Tue 5	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
Wed 6	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
Fri 8	3 days	Autumn dinner party with wine tasting	£450.00	Book
For an intensive weekend of cooking and fun, this is the prefect course. Cook five complete meals using seasonal ingredients and versatile recipes. A wine appreciation and tasting session will be held on Saturday afternoon. Close
Tue 12	1 day	20 Minute Suppers	£120.00	full
If you are working and trying to plan family meals at the same time,this is the course for you! Quick,tasty and healthy suppers which are easy to put together and will be loved from the smallest to the tallest member of your household. Meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be also be frozen will be covered as well as puddings! Recipes may include herb stuffed pork chops with sauce vierge, pizza fritta and gooey chocolate puddings. Close
Wed 13	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
Sat 16	2 days	Autumn Dinner Party	£310.00	full
If you love to give dinner parties and are looking for inspiration, widen your repertoire with versatile recipes for complete menus. Cook your way through to the dining room using seasonal ingredients. The menus may include fish, meat or vegetable starters and main courses. Close
Tue 19	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 Close
Wed 20	1 day	One complete Dinner Party from scratch	£120.00	Book
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Fri 22	2 days	Game & Winter Wonders	£310.00	Book
One of the greatest seasons of the year is when the game birds come in. Get to grips with the rudiments of plucking, drawing and cooking these birds to perfection. The course will generally cover pheasant, duck and venison along with non-game starters and vegetable dishes. Pudding and desserts will also be included to be enjoyed in the dining. Close
Tue 26	1 day	How to bone and cook meat	£120.00	Book
Get to grips with your knife skills and also prefect the cooking of different meats. The meats may include chicken, beef and game when in season. Close
Wed 27	1 day	Cook now for later	£120.00	Book
Cook up a storm knowing that is can all be packed safely away in the freezer for those busy days. This course will cover starters, main courses, desserts and vegetable dishes. Learn how to make the most of your time and either fully prepare dishes or cook and freeze the first steps to remove the stress of entertaining! Recipes might include espresso biscuits, fruit pies with buttery pastry, prawns with a parma ham crust and chicken filo parcels with pea veloute. Close
November 2010
Tue 2	1 day	One complete Dinner Party from scratch	£120.00	Book
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Thu 4	1 day	20 Minute Suppers	£120.00	Book
If you are working and trying to plan family meals at the same time,this is the course for you! Quick,tasty and healthy suppers which are easy to put together and will be loved from the smallest to the tallest member of your household. Meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be also be frozen will be covered as well as puddings! Recipes may include herb stuffed pork chops with sauce vierge, pizza fritta and gooey chocolate puddings. Close
Sat 6	2 days	Dinner Party	£310.00	Book
Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses. Pick up clever ideas on presentation and unusual vegetable ideas. Not forgetting the puddings! Close
Tue 9	1 day	Italian	£120.00	Book
Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Try your hand at making fresh pasta and ravioli filled with seasonal ingredients. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. Glean inspiration for an Italian extravaganza to complement and table. Most of the recipes can be done ahead and are a good mixture of simple and challenging. Recipes might include home made ciabatta bread, ravioli with braised chicken and red pepper butter sauce, beef carpaccio, parmigiana di melanzane and cassata di pulmone (3 layered cake, Carmel, nut & chocolate terrine). Buon appetito! Close
Wed 10	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
Fri 12	3 days	Food for friends	£450.00	Book
Our tutors will take you through many different recipes that can be used for 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. Close
Tue 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
Wed 17	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 19	1 day	Cook now for later	£120.00	Book
Cook up a storm knowing that is can all be packed safely away in the freezer for those busy days. This course will cover starters, main courses, desserts and vegetable dishes. Learn how to make the most of your time and either fully prepare dishes or cook and freeze the first steps to remove the stress of entertaining! Recipes might include espresso biscuits, fruit pies with buttery pastry, prawns with a parma ham crust and chicken filo parcels with pea veloute. Close
Sat 20	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 leaving you confident in the knowledge that you have time to talk to your friends. Recipes might include wild mushroom risotto, pot roast brisket and white & green beans, poached pear tartlets with chocolate sauce Close
Tue 23	1 day	Food without fat	£120.00	Book
Healthy food does not need to be boring! Learn how to make the most of lean cuts of meat, fish and vegetables using braising, baking and steaming methods. We will cover starters, main courses and delicious puddings. For food the whole family will love, only your figures will tell the difference! Recipes may include Lime steamed seabass with a warm lentil, spicy salad of chicken,aubergine and mint, hummus and other delicious dips and angel cake with fruit coulis. Close
Wed 24	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
Fri 26	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 leaving you confident in the knowledge that you have time to talk to your friends. Recipes might include wild mushroom risotto, pot roast brisket and white & green beans, poached pear tartlets with chocolate sauce Close
Sat 27	1 day	One complete Dinner Party from scratch	£120.00	full
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Tue 30	1 day	Christmas Cakes & Bakes	£120.00	Book
Learn how to master the perfect traditional and alternative Christmas cakes, from mixing to icing. We will give you plenty of ideas for sweet, delicious treats to store away in the freezer for Christmas. From almond, chocolate, fruit and spices to pastry, all things needed to delight your friends. Close
December 2010
Wed 1	1 day	Sweet things for Christmas	£120.00	Book
Broaden your Christmas repertoire with some less traditional ideas. Learn about ideas for sweet, edible gifts as well as deserts and treats that can be made in advance and some you can freeze. Fill the 12 days of Christmas with something different every day! Close
Fri 3	2 days	Christmas Food for Friends	£310.00	Book
Be inspired by ideas for canapes, Christmas suppers and clever ways to prepare ahead for arrival of family and friends. Close
Fri 3	2 days	Christmas Entertaining	£310.00	Book
Be completely prepared this Christmas. Get to grips with hassle-free recipes designed to create minimum fuss and gain maximum praise! Close
Mon 6	0 day	Christmas Demonstration	£30.00	Book
In search of a little sparkle for your Christmas treats? Come and join Liz for an evening of Christmas entertaining ideas for your family and friends. For one night, Liz will move the cookery school to Belle Isle Castle where you can sit in the splendor of the banquet hall with a glass of wine in your hand soaking up the fresh new ideas for Christmas glamour on a plate. Starting at 7pm, Liz will take your through wonderful prepare in advance ideas for not so traditional Christmas fare. Recipes may include smoked salmon roulade with scallop mousse, rack of venison with port and wine sauce and Clementine puddings. There will also be many samples for tasting on the night as well as a full set of recipes for everyone. Entrance is by ticket only so please book with Andrea on 02866 387231. Close
Tue 7	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
Wed 8	1 day	Christmas Starters and Desserts	£120.00	Book
Be completely prepared for Christmas and fill your freezer, jars and store cupboard with the makings of delicious ideas for starters and desserts to thrill your guest. Close
Fri 10	1 day	Festive Food	£120.00	full
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
Sat 11	1 day	Festive Food	£120.00	full
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 13	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 14	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
Wed 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
January 2011
Thu 6	1 day	20 Minute Suppers	£130.00	Book
If you are working and trying to plan family meals at the same time,this is the course for you! Quick,tasty and healthy suppers which are easy to put together and will be loved from the smallest to the tallest member of your household. Meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be also be frozen will be covered as well as puddings! Recipes may include herb stuffed pork chops with sauce vierge, pizza fritta and gooey chocolate puddings. Close
Fri 7	1 day	Food for Friends	£130.00	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 leaving you confident in the knowledge that you have time to talk to your friends. Recipes might include wild mushroom risotto, pot roast brisket and white & green beans, poached pear tartlets with chocolate sauce Close
Sat 8	1 day	Hot and cold starters from around the world	£130.00	Book
With inspiration taken from Middle East to the Mediterranean, learn how to start any lunch or dinner off in an impressive way. With a mixture of some simple and some challenging recipes, students will cook each dish with the exception of a tasting dish. Learn how much can be done in advance and clever tips on presentation. Recipes might include prawn and vegetable spring rolls with a chilli dipping sauce, Portobello mushroom tartlets with blue cheese sauce and mango & smoked chicken salad. Close
Wed 12	1 day	Bread & Breakfast	£130.00	Book
Ideal course for anyone running a B&B. Find clever ways of adding a special touch to breakfast with homemade breads, preserves, fruit dishes and of course "The Full Irish". Recipes might include pinhead bread, milk yeast bread, yogurt cheese with fruit compotes and feather-light pancakes with local bacon and maple syrup. Close
Fri 14	1 day	Cook now for later	£130.00	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 leaving you confident in the knowledge that you have time to talk to your friends. Recipes might include wild mushroom risotto, pot roast brisket and white & green beans, poached pear tartlets with chocolate sauce Close
Sat 15	1 day	Soups & Starters	£130.00	Book
Gain some inspiration for easy to prepare advance starters. The course will cover versatile recipes to liven up your dinner parties and delight your family. Vegetable, fish and meat dishes will be covered with plenty of hands on and tasting dishes! Recipes might include game soup with rabbit & Parmesan, wild garlic soup, roast butternut squash soup with pesto,bouillabaisse, fennel salad with home cured duck, salmon tartare with avocado and twice baked cheese souffles. Close
Tue 18	1 day	One Complete Dinner Party from Scratch	£130.00	Book
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Wed 19	1 day	Fish & Seafood	£150.00	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
Thu 20	1 day	Cooking for Friends	£130.00	Book
This is a varied day of cooking for those who love to entertain anywhere. From family food to smarter presentation dishes, starters to one pot cooking, this day will give you plenty of ideas that can be made in advance. The recipes are very versatile and might include chicken and bacon terrine with tarragon, fish cakes with ztatziki, herb crusted rack of lamb with red currant sauce and sticky toffee puddings. Close
Sat 22	1 day	Italian Cookery	£130.00	Book
Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Try your hand at making fresh pasta and ravioli filled with seasonal ingredients. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. Glean inspiration for an Italian extravaganza to complement and table. Most of the recipes can be done ahead and are a good mixture of simple and challenging. Recipes might include home made ciabatta bread, ravioli with braised chicken and red pepper butter sauce, beef carpaccio, parmigiana di melanzane and cassata di pulmone (3 layered cake, Carmel, nut & chocolate terrine). Buon appetito! Close
Mon 24	1 day	Thai Cookery	£130.00	Book
This course is for Thai food lovers. Cooking with fresh zingy herbs, spices and coconut to produce authentic dishes. All ingredients can also be substituted for readily available ingredients and the recipes are fun to do with a good mix of some simple and some more challenging recipes. The course may include thai green chicken curry, Tom Yum Goong soup, prawn satay and Beef Pad Thai Close
Thu 27	1 day	Deli Days	£130.00	Book
Looking for something more inspiring than coleslaw and cold cuts from your deli? Liven up your lunch table with stunning flavours and colours with these do ahead recipes! Find recipes to suit any occasion and any pocket, open up your mind with versatile ideas that can change with the seasons. Examples of recipes might be flat bread, bean salad with hazelnut & orange dressing, couscous with dried fruit, chickpeas & herbs, honey roast lamb with coriander, seafood salad with lime & herb dressing, brownies and fruit tartlets with creme patissiere. Close
Fri 28	1 day	A Taste of the Orient	£130.00	Book
Take a spin of the exotic cuisines of East Asia, from China and Japan to Mongolia! Learn some unusual, but family friendly recipes using available ingredients. All recipes are very versatile and fun to prepare.They range from the very simple to challenging and each can be replicated at home. Recipes may include vegetable spring rolls and dipping sauce, sweet and sour chicken, pork dim sum, cauliflower & potato curry, coconut sorbet and mango coulis. Close
Sat 29	1 day	Basic Cookery Skills	£130.00	Book
If you have never picked up a knife or pan before, then this course is for you. After just one day you will come away with a new found enthusiasm for the kitchen and many new skills to see you through. The course will cover simple recipes for bread, starters, main courses and puddings as well as some mix-and-match ideas which will put fun in the kitchen!. The course may include soda bread, braised chicken with seasonal vegetables, citrus cake, tomato tartlets and salad dressings. Close
February 2011
Wed 2	1 day	Indian Cookery	£130.00	Book
For people who love Indian food, cooked authentically. Learn to use and store herbs and spices from a tutor who has first hand knowledge of Indian food. This hands on course will steer you through the careful balance of spices that make up each masala base, treating you to fabulous flavours that India has to offer, a far cry from your local take away! Recipes may include Naan Bread, Bhoona aprawn curry with puri, vegetables bhajias with raita, makhani murgi and much more. Close
Thu 3	1 day	Chinese Cookery	£130.00	Book
Learn to cook better Chinese food that the best Chinese restaurant you have ever been to! Pick up all the secrets, hints and tops that will make your food tastier and more exciting with recipes for the family as well as for entertaining. This hands on course will give you plenty of ideas from your own Chinese dinner parties. Learn about the unique ingredients that makes real Chinese food so special and versatile. Recipes might include chicken chow mein, duck and noodle salad, dim sum with dipping sauces and sticky soy beef. Close
Mon 7	0 day	4 Week Diploma	£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 14 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 9.30am and ending at 4.30pm. The students will be broken up into groups and each Thursday 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. Accommodation per week is £150 this will also include the weekends. Close
March 2011
Mon 14	1 day	Italian Cookery	£130.00	Book
Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Try your hand at making fresh pasta and ravioli filled with seasonal ingredients. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. Glean inspiration for an Italian extravaganza to complement and table. Most of the recipes can be done ahead and are a good mixture of simple and challenging. Recipes might include home made ciabatta bread, ravioli with braised chicken and red pepper butter sauce, beef carpaccio, parmigiana di melanzane and cassata di pulmone (3 layered cake, Carmel, nut & chocolate terrine). Buon appetito! Close
Tue 15	1 day	Hot and cold starters from around the world	£130.00	Book
With inspiration taken from Middle East to the Mediterranean, learn how to start any lunch or dinner off in an impressive way. With a mixture of some simple and some challenging recipes, students will cook each dish with the exception of a tasting dish. Learn how much can be done in advance and clever tips on presentation. Recipes might include prawn and vegetable spring rolls with a chilli dipping sauce, Portobello mushroom tartlets with blue cheese sauce and mango & smoked chicken salad. Close
Tue 22	1 day	Gluten Free Cookery	£130.00	Book
This course will cover gluten free pastry,starters, main courses and desserts with ideas on how to substitute ingredients with on gluten content. Close
Wed 23	1 day	Thai Cookery	£130.00	Book
This course is for Thai food lovers. Cooking with fresh zingy herbs, spices and coconut to produce authentic dishes. All ingredients can also be substituted for readily available ingredients and the recipes are fun to do with a good mix of some simple and some more challenging recipes. The course may include thai green chicken curry, Tom Yum Goong soup, prawn satay and Beef Pad Thai Close
Fri 25	3 days	Spring Dinner Party Ideas	£490.00	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 29	1 day	Art of the Sauce	£130.00	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 30	1 day	A Taste of the Orient	£130.00	Book
Take a spin of the exotic cuisines of East Asia, from China and Japan to Mongolia! Learn some unusual, but family friendly recipes using available ingredients. All recipes are very versatile and fun to prepare.They range from the very simple to challenging and each can be replicated at home. Recipes may include vegetable spring rolls and dipping sauce, sweet and sour chicken, pork dim sum, cauliflower & potato curry, coconut sorbet and mango coulis. Close
April 2011
Sat 2	2 days	Taste of the Orient	£340.00	Book
Back for a longer course by popular demand! Learn to master some wonderful recipes from the Orient, most of which can be prepared in advance recipes. Create the ultimate oriental dinner party and gain inspiration for plenty fo family recipes as well. Plenty of hands on recipes as well as tasting dishes. Close
Wed 6	1 day	Dinner Party	£130.00	Book
Learn how to give the ultimate dinner party! We show you how to organise things so the evening appears effortless . This course cover a variety of starters (mushroom tartlets with a thyme and mustard sauce), main courses (wild salmon with basil & tomato butter). Close
Fri 8	3 days	Food for Friends	£490.00	Book
Our tutors will take you through many different recipes that can be used for 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. Close
Tue 12	1 day	One Complete Dinner Party from Scratch	£130.00	Book
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Fri 15	1 day	Complete Tapas Party	£130.00	Book
For a Spanish party with a difference which can largely be prepared in advance! Tapas can encompass any number of recipes although generally made up of fish, meat or cheese. Many mouth watering and pretty dishes are served in small quantities, usually on small side plates or bowls. This course is not generally recommended for vegetarians. The dishes may include pork and paprika empanadas, fried bundles of squid and bacon with tomato vinaigrette, patatas bravas and tomatoes stuffed with crab with a parsley & walnut oil. Close
Sat 16	1 day	Family Food	£130.00	Book
Be inspired with simple, cost effective dishes that can be prepared in advance for all the family. The recipes are easy to dress up or down with ideas for breads, one pot dishes and puddings. Dishes may include fish, meat and seasonal vegetables. Close
Tue 19	1 day	20 Minute Suppers	£130.00	Book
If you are working and trying to plan family meals at the same time,this is the course for you! Quick,tasty and healthy suppers which are easy to put together and will be loved from the smallest to the tallest member of your household. Meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be also be frozen will be covered as well as puddings! Recipes may include herb stuffed pork chops with sauce vierge, pizza fritta and gooey chocolate puddings. Close
Wed 20	1 day	Brilliant for Budgets	£130.00	Book
Whether you are off to college or have a hungry family to feed every day, you will pick up great tips on this hands on course on how to make the most of your budget. We will cover meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be done in advance with the minimum of fuss, cost and pots! Close
Fri 29	1 day	Quintessential Tea Party	£130.00	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
Sat 30	1 day	Cakes & Bakes	£130.00	Book
Make the lightest cakes with ease and pick up tips for celebration cakes for all occasions, not to mention outrageously good biscuits. The course will include ideas for tea parties and recipes that can be frozen. Close
May 2011
Wed 4	1 day	Fish & Seafood	£150.00	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
Thu 5	1 day	Thai Cookery	£130.00	Book
This course is for Thai food lovers. Cooking with fresh zingy herbs, spices and coconut to produce authentic dishes. All ingredients can also be substituted for readily available ingredients and the recipes are fun to do with a good mix of some simple and some more challenging recipes. The course may include thai green chicken curry, Tom Yum Goong soup, prawn satay and Beef Pad Thai Close
Sat 7	2 days	Summer Food for Friends	£340.00	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
Wed 11	1 day	20 Minute Suppers	£130.00	Book
If you are working and trying to plan family meals at the same time,this is the course for you! Quick,tasty and healthy suppers which are easy to put together and will be loved from the smallest to the tallest member of your household. Meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be also be frozen will be covered as well as puddings! Recipes may include herb stuffed pork chops with sauce vierge, pizza fritta and gooey chocolate puddings. Close
Fri 13	2 days	Food for Friends	£340.00	Book
Our tutors will take you through many different recipes that can be used for 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. Close
Tue 17	1 day	Perfect Puddings	£130.00	Book
For all those seeking prefection in puddings! Learn the rudiments of the sweet section on this course that may cover pastry,fruit, chocolate, sponges and desserts set with gelatine. Various sauces and presentation ideas will also be covered on this course and many tips on preparing ingredients in advance. Close
Wed 18	1 day	Art of the Sauce	£130.00	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
Sat 21	1 day	Italian Cookery	£130.00	Book
Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Try your hand at making fresh pasta and ravioli filled with seasonal ingredients. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. Glean inspiration for an Italian extravaganza to complement and table. Most of the recipes can be done ahead and are a good mixture of simple and challenging. Recipes might include home made ciabatta bread, ravioli with braised chicken and red pepper butter sauce, beef carpaccio, parmigiana di melanzane and cassata di pulmone (3 layered cake, Carmel, nut & chocolate terrine). Buon appetito! Close
Tue 24	1 day	Indian Cookery	£130.00	Book
For people who love Indian food, cooked authentically. Learn to use and store herbs and spices from a tutor who has first hand knowledge of Indian food. This hands on course will steer you through the careful balance of spices that make up each masala base, treating you to fabulous flavours that India has to offer, a far cry from your local take away! Recipes may include Naan Bread, Bhoona aprawn curry with puri, vegetables bhajias with raita, makhani murgi and much more. Close
Thu 26	1 day	Deli Days	£130.00	Book
Looking for something more inspiring than coleslaw and cold cuts from your deli? Liven up your lunch table with stunning flavours and colours with these do ahead recipes! Find recipes to suit any occasion and any pocket, open up your mind with versatile ideas that can change with the seasons. Examples of recipes might be flat bread, bean salad with hazelnut & orange dressing, couscous with dried fruit, chickpeas & herbs, honey roast lamb with coriander, seafood salad with lime & herb dressing, brownies and fruit tartlets with creme patissiere. Close
Fri 27	1 day	Cakes & Bakes	£130.00	Book
Make the lightest cakes with ease and pick up tips for celebration cakes for all occasions, not to mention outrageously good biscuits. The course will include ideas for tea parties and recipes that can be frozen. Close
Sat 28	1 day	Food with out fat	£130.00	Book
Healthy food does not need to be boring! Learn how to make the most of lean cuts of meat, fish and vegetables using braising, baking and steaming methods. We will cover starters, main courses and delicious puddings. For food the whole family will love, only your figures will tell the difference! Recipes may include Lime steamed seabass with a warm lentil, spicy salad of chicken,aubergine and mint, hummus and other delicious dips and angel cake with fruit coulis. Close
June 2011
Fri 3	2 days	Summer Food for Friends	£340.00	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
Mon 6	1 day	A Taste of the Orient	£130.00	Book
Take a spin of the exotic cuisines of East Asia, from China and Japan to Mongolia! Learn some unusual, but family friendly recipes using available ingredients. All recipes are very versatile and fun to prepare.They range from the very simple to challenging and each can be replicated at home. Recipes may include vegetable spring rolls and dipping sauce, sweet and sour chicken, pork dim sum, cauliflower & potato curry, coconut sorbet and mango coulis. Close
Tue 7	1 day	Summer Vegetarian	£130.00	Book
Get the most of your summer vegetables with our completely meat free menu. Starters and main courses will be covered as well as dessert. Close
Wed 8	1 day	Summer Madness	£130.00	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! Close
Fri 10	1 day	One Complete Dinner Party from Scratch	£130.00	Book
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Sat 11	1 day	Outdoor Entertaining for Men	£130.00	Book
Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised! New ideas for grilling and barbequing. Learn about boning and carving meat. Close
Wed 15	1 day	BBQ, Sauces and Salads	£130.00	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 Close
Sat 18	1 day	Outdoor Entertaining	£130.00	Book
Lots of ideas for meat and vegetables dishes. Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised! Close
Tue 21	1 day	Complete Tapas Party	£130.00	Book
For a Spanish party with a difference which can largely be prepared in advance! Tapas can encompass any number of recipes although generally made up of fish, meat or cheese. Many mouth watering and pretty dishes are served in small quantities, usually on small side plates or bowls. This course is not generally recommended for vegetarians. The dishes may include pork and paprika empanadas, fried bundles of squid and bacon with tomato vinaigrette, patatas bravas and tomatoes stuffed with crab with a parsley & walnut oil. Close
Wed 22	1 day	Cooking for Friends	£130.00	Book
This is a varied day of cooking for those who love to entertain anywhere. From family food to smarter presentation dishes, starters to one pot cooking, this day will give you plenty of ideas that can be made in advance. The recipes are very versatile and might include chicken and bacon terrine with tarragon, fish cakes with ztatziki, herb crusted rack of lamb with red currant sauce and sticky toffee puddings. Close
Fri 24	2 days	Summer Food for Friends	£340.00	Book
Learn about the best way to bring out flavour in summer produce. Start with bread for lunch and then go on to create a feast of vegetable, fish or meat dishes which can be eaten hot or cold. Although the emphasis is on food for entertaining, these recipes can be altered for family and friends alike. Close
Wed 29	1 day	BBQ, Sauces and Salads	£130.00	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 Close
July 2011
Sat 2	1 day	Art of the Sauce	£130.00	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
Tue 5	1 day	BBQ, Sauces and Salads	£130.00	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 Close
Wed 6	1 day	Summer Madness	£130.00	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! Close
Fri 8	1 day	Summer Salads & Desserts	£130.00	Book
Summer food tends to be somewhat lighter, even if the weather disappoints. Turn your salads in one complete meal using fish, meat and vegetables. Transform staid salads with exciting dressings that can be made in advance. Summer dessert may include seasonal fruits, ice creams and baked recipes. Close
Fri 15	1 day	Cooking for Kids 8-12 years	£80.00	Book
Exciting and innovative food for kids, that is not only healthy but fun to cook Close
Sat 16	1 day	Family Food	£130.00	Book
Be inspired with simple, cost effective dishes that can be prepared in advance for all the family. The recipes are easy to dress up or down with ideas for breads, one pot dishes and puddings. Dishes may include fish, meat and seasonal vegetables. Close
Wed 20	1 day	Cooking for Kids 12-16 years	£80.00	Book
Exciting and innovative food for kids, that is not only healthy but fun to cook. Close
Fri 22	1 day	Dinner Party	£130.00	Book
Learn how to give the ultimate dinner party! We show you how to organise things so the evening appears effortless . This course cover a variety of starters (mushroom tartlets with a thyme and mustard sauce), main courses (wild salmon with basil & tomato butter). Close
Sat 23	1 day	BBQ, Sauces and Salads	£130.00	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 Close
Sat 23	1 day	A Taste of the Orient	£130.00	Book
Take a spin of the exotic cuisines of East Asia, from China and Japan to Mongolia! Learn some unusual, but family friendly recipes using available ingredients. All recipes are very versatile and fun to prepare.They range from the very simple to challenging and each can be replicated at home. Recipes may include vegetable spring rolls and dipping sauce, sweet and sour chicken, pork dim sum, cauliflower & potato curry, coconut sorbet and mango coulis. Close
Wed 27	1 day	Summer Madness	£130.00	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! Close
Thu 28	1 day	Outdoor Entertaining	£130.00	Book
Lots of ideas for meat and vegetables dishes. Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised! Close
Fri 29	1 day	Brilliant for Budgets	£130.00	Book
Whether you are off to college or have a hungry family to feed every day, you will pick up great tips on this hands on course on how to make the most of your budget. We will cover meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be done in advance with the minimum of fuss, cost and pots! Close
August 2011
Tue 2	1 day	Italian Cookery	£130.00	Book
Learn about authentic Italian dishes using meat and fish. Try your hand at making fresh pasta and ravioli filled with seasonal ingredients. Discover the secrets of deeply rich sauces to enhance any dinner. Glean inspiration for an Italian extravaganza to complement and table. Most of the recipes can be done ahead and are a good mixture of simple and challenging. Recipes might include home made ciabatta bread, ravioli with braised chicken and red pepper butter sauce, beef carpaccio, parmigiana di melanzane and cassata di pulmone (3 layered cake, Carmel, nut & chocolate terrine). Buon appetito! Close
Fri 5	1 day	Outdoor Entertaining	£130.00	Book
Lots of ideas for meat and vegetables dishes. Learn how to make the most of the great outdoors and be organised! Close
Sat 6	1 day	One Complete Dinner Party from Scratch	£130.00	Book
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Tue 9	1 day	Cooking for Friends	£130.00	Book
This is a varied day of cooking for those who love to entertain anywhere. From family food to smarter presentation dishes, starters to one pot cooking, this day will give you plenty of ideas that can be made in advance. The recipes are very versatile and might include chicken and bacon terrine with tarragon, fish cakes with ztatziki, herb crusted rack of lamb with red currant sauce and sticky toffee puddings. Close
Wed 10	1 day	Cooking for Kids 8-12 years	£80.00	Book
Exciting and innovative food for kids, that is not only healthy but fun to cook Close
Fri 12	1 day	20 Minute Suppers	£130.00	Book
If you are working and trying to plan family meals at the same time,this is the course for you! Quick,tasty and healthy suppers which are easy to put together and will be loved from the smallest to the tallest member of your household. Meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be also be frozen will be covered as well as puddings! Recipes may include herb stuffed pork chops with sauce vierge, pizza fritta and gooey chocolate puddings. Close
Sat 13	1 day	Food for Friends	£130.00	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 leaving you confident in the knowledge that you have time to talk to your friends. Recipes might include wild mushroom risotto, pot roast brisket and white & green beans, poached pear tartlets with chocolate sauce Close
Mon 15	1 day	Hot and cold starters from around the world	£130.00	Book
With inspiration taken from Middle East to the Mediterranean, learn how to start any lunch or dinner off in an impressive way. With a mixture of some simple and some challenging recipes, students will cook each dish with the exception of a tasting dish. Learn how much can be done in advance and clever tips on presentation. Recipes might include prawn and vegetable spring rolls with a chilli dipping sauce, Portobello mushroom tartlets with blue cheese sauce and mango & smoked chicken salad. Close
Tue 16	1 day	Cooking for Kids 12-16 years	£80.00	Book
Exciting and innovative food for kids, that is not only healthy but fun to cook. Close
Thu 18	1 day	Art of the Sauce	£130.00	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
Fri 19	1 day	Cook now for later	£130.00	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 leaving you confident in the knowledge that you have time to talk to your friends. Recipes might include wild mushroom risotto, pot roast brisket and white & green beans, poached pear tartlets with chocolate sauce Close
Wed 24	1 day	Fish & Seafood	£150.00	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 26	1 day	Dinner Party	£130.00	Book
Learn how to give the ultimate dinner party! We show you how to organise things so the evening appears effortless . This course cover a variety of starters (mushroom tartlets with a thyme and mustard sauce), main courses (wild salmon with basil & tomato butter). Close
September 2011
Mon 5	0 day	4 Week Diploma	£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 14 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 9.30am and ending at 4.30pm. The students will be broken up into groups and each Thursday 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. Accommodation per week is £150 this will also include the weekends. Close
October 2011
Tue 4	1 day	Autumn Entertaining	£130.00	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 Close
Wed 5	1 day	Soups & Starters	£130.00	Book
Gain some inspiration for easy to prepare advance starters. The course will cover versatile recipes to liven up your dinner parties and delight your family. Vegetable, fish and meat dishes will be covered with plenty of hands on and tasting dishes! Recipes might include game soup with rabbit & Parmesan, wild garlic soup, roast butternut squash soup with pesto,bouillabaisse, fennel salad with home cured duck, salmon tartare with avocado and twice baked cheese souffles. Close
Fri 7	3 days	Autumn Dinner Party	£490.00	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
Wed 12	1 day	Chinese Cookery	£130.00	Book
Learn to cook better Chinese food that the best Chinese restaurant you have ever been to! Pick up all the secrets, hints and tops that will make your food tastier and more exciting with recipes for the family as well as for entertaining. This hands on course will give you plenty of ideas from your own Chinese dinner parties. Learn about the unique ingredients that makes real Chinese food so special and versatile. Recipes might include chicken chow mein, duck and noodle salad, dim sum with dipping sauces and sticky soy beef. Close
Thu 13	1 day	Gluten Free Cookery	£130.00	Book
This course will cover gluten free pastry,starters, main courses and desserts with ideas on how to substitute ingredients with on gluten content. Close
Sat 15	2 days	Dinner Party	£340.00	Book
Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses. Pick up clever ideas on presentation and unusual vegetable ideas. Not forgetting the puddings Close
Tue 18	1 day	How to bone & cook meat	£130.00	Book
Get to grips with your knife skills and also prefect the cooking of different meats. The meats may include chicken, beef and game when in season. Close
Wed 19	1 day	20 Minute Suppers	£130.00	Book
If you are working and trying to plan family meals at the same time,this is the course for you! Quick,tasty and healthy suppers which are easy to put together and will be loved from the smallest to the tallest member of your household. Meat, fish and vegetable dishes which can be also be frozen will be covered as well as puddings! Recipes may include herb stuffed pork chops with sauce vierge, pizza fritta and gooey chocolate puddings. Close
Fri 21	1 day	Winter Vegetarian	£130.00	Book
Get the most from your winter vegetables with our completely meat free menu. Starters and main course will be covered as well as dessert. Close
Sat 22	1 day	Winter Suprises	£130.00	Book
A day using reliable recipes 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 25	1 day	Autumn Entertaining	£130.00	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 Close
Wed 26	1 day	Basic Cookery Skills	£130.00	Book
If you have never picked up a knife or pan before, then this course is for you. After just one day you will come away with a new found enthusiasm for the kitchen and many new skills to see you through. The course will cover simple recipes for bread, starters, main courses and puddings as well as some mix-and-match ideas which will put fun in the kitchen!. The course may include soda bread, braised chicken with seasonal vegetables, citrus cake, tomato tartlets and salad dressings. Close
Fri 28	2 days	Autumn Dinner Party	£340.00	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
Mon 31	1 day	Deli Days	£130.00	Book
Looking for something more inspiring than coleslaw and cold cuts from your deli? Liven up your lunch table with stunning flavours and colours with these do ahead recipes! Find recipes to suit any occasion and any pocket, open up your mind with versatile ideas that can change with the seasons. Examples of recipes might be flat bread, bean salad with hazelnut & orange dressing, couscous with dried fruit, chickpeas & herbs, honey roast lamb with coriander, seafood salad with lime & herb dressing, brownies and fruit tartlets with creme patissiere. Close
November 2011
Wed 2	1 day	Cook now for later	£130.00	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 leaving you confident in the knowledge that you have time to talk to your friends. Recipes might include wild mushroom risotto, pot roast brisket and white & green beans, poached pear tartlets with chocolate sauce Close
Thu 3	3 days	Game & Winter Wonders	£490.00	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. Close
Wed 9	1 day	Fish & Seafood	£150.00	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 11	1 day	One Complete Dinner Party from Scratch	£130.00	Book
Does the idea of a dinner party fill you with dread? Relax and enjoy, at Belle isle you'll learn tips on how to plan and time on how to present it. The recipes may include fish and vegetable accompaniments will also be covered. Dishes may include pinhead bread rolls, tomato consomme with goats cheese ravioli, smoked salmon & crab roulade with caper mayonnaise, braised lamb shanks with curry spices and chocolate and mint terrine. Close
Sat 12	1 day	Game Cookery	£130.00	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
Tue 15	1 day	Indian Cookery	£130.00	Book
For people who love Indian food, cooked authentically. Learn to use and store herbs and spices from a tutor who has first hand knowledge of Indian food. This hands on course will steer you through the careful balance of spices that make up each masala base, treating you to fabulous flavours that India has to offer, a far cry from your local take away! Recipes may include Naan Bread, Bhoona aprawn curry with puri, vegetables bhajias with raita, makhani murgi and much more. Close
Wed 16	1 day	Cooking for Friends	£130.00	Book
This is a varied day of cooking for those who love to entertain anywhere. From family food to smarter presentation dishes, starters to one pot cooking, this day will give you plenty of ideas that can be made in advance. The recipes are very versatile and might include chicken and bacon terrine with tarragon, fish cakes with ztatziki, herb crusted rack of lamb with red currant sauce and sticky toffee puddings. Close
Sat 19	2 days	Winter Wonders	£340.00	Book
Using seasonal ingredients, learn how to prepare your dinner party in advance. With ideas for everything from bread to be served with starter, main courses and deserts. Presentation ideas, sauces and practical knife work also included. Close
Wed 23	1 day	Game Cookery	£130.00	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
Thu 24	1 day	Christmas Cakes & Baking	£130.00	Book
Learn how to master the perfect traditional and alternative Christmas cakes, from mixing to icing. We will give you plenty of ideas for sweet, delicious treats to store away in the freezer for Christmas. From almond, chocolate, fruit and spices to pastry, all things needed to delight your friends. Close
Sat 26	2 days	Dinner Party	£340.00	Book
Learn how to make delicious bread, simple starters and seasonal main courses. Pick up clever ideas on presentation and unusual vegetable ideas. Not forgetting the puddings Close
Wed 30	1 day	Christmas Starters & Dessert	£130.00	Book
Take the stress out of Christmas and get organized! Make Christmas entertaining less stressful with mouth watering prepare in advance recipes. The recipes are uncomplicated and take a modern approach to Christmas dining. Close
December 2011
Thu 1	1 day	Vegetarian Christmas	£130.00	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
Fri 2	1 day	Early Christmas	£130.00	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
Sat 3	1 day	Sweet things for Christmas	£130.00	Book
Broaden your Christmas repertoire with some less traditional ideas. Learn about ideas for sweet, edible gifts as well as deserts and treats that can be made in advance and some you can freeze. Fill the 12 days of Christmas with something different every day! Close
Tue 6	1 day	Christmas Cakes & Baking	£130.00	Book
Learn how to master the perfect traditional and alternative Christmas cakes, from mixing to icing. We will give you plenty of ideas for sweet, delicious treats to store away in the freezer for Christmas. From almond, chocolate, fruit and spices to pastry, all things needed to delight your friends. Close
Thu 8	1 day	Festive Food	£130.00	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
Fri 9	1 day	Christmas Starters & Dessert	£130.00	Book
Take the stress out of Christmas and get organized! Make Christmas entertaining less stressful with mouth watering prepare in advance recipes. The recipes are uncomplicated and take a modern approach to Christmas dining. Close
Sat 10	1 day	Festive Food	£130.00	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 13	1 day	Festive Food	£130.00	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
Wed 14	1 day	Festive Food	£130.00	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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