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A Taste of India
Red Onion Bhaji, Cucumber Raita, Coriander Chutney
Authentic Butter Chicken, Spiced Vegetable Salad, Fluffy Basmati Rice, Garlic and Herb Naan
Mango Kulfi with Mango, Pineapple and Passionfruit Salad
Scrap the takeaway this weekend and learn how to recreate some of the nation's favourite flavours in the comfort of your own kitchen. This class will put you on track to mastering the techniques required to create a full Indian feast, fit for a range of events from a solo dinner in front of the tv to a night of entertaining friends and family.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Around East Asia
Tom Yum soup with salmon and prawns
Beef massaman curry with lemon grass and coconut rice
Char-grilled broccoli and cashews with chilli and garlic
Roasted pineapple, Filipino rum spiced syrup
Explore dishes from Indonesia, up through Thailand and Vietnam and over to China, Korea and Japan with our Around East Asia course. The class is perfect for those looking to expand their knowledge of Asian cuisine, as the Chef Tutor takes your though authentic flavours and techniques with delicious recipes that can be easily recreated at home without specialist equipment and hard to find ingredients.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine
£159.00
Breadmaking
Morning rolls (Tear and share enriched white rolls with a spelt crunch topping)
Sage, onion and Yorkshire cheddar loaf, braised pork cheeks apples and cider
Poached eggs Benedict with homemade English muffins
Whether you're looking for fresh inspiration, or just getting to grips with your dough, our Breadmaking classes will help you master the basics and beyond, taking you through the what, why, when, where and how of breadmaking enabling you to make the perfect loaf.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine
£159.00
Chocolate Delights
Molded tempered chocolates & ganache truffles
Crab and white chocolate risotto with cocoa roasted vegetables
Chocolate fondant with Rum chocolate sauce
Master the trade of a Chocolatier with our Chocolate Master, David Greenwood. David is an award-winning chocolatier and chocolate consultant with over 40 years’ experience in the food industry. He will guide you through the class with our head chef tutor, both helping you to create your own moulded tempered chocolates and ganache truffles. Later, you will finesse the skill of making crab and white chocolate risotto accompanied by cocoa roasted vegetables. To finish, David will share his secrets on how to create the perfect chocolate fondant with rum chocolate sauce.
£159.00
Chocolate Masterclass with Mark Tilling
24 passion fruit, chill and mango moulded chocolates
20 hazelnut praline dipped truffle lollies
30 handed rolled whisky truffles
Enjoy a full-day class with Mark Tilling, who is an exceptionally talented, multi-award winning Chocolatier and has received many awards for his chocolate and pâtisserie work over the years, earning many gold and silver medals for his exquisite desserts and petits fours, as well as double gold for his chocolate showpieces.
His highest achievements, however, have been winning the UK Chocolate Masters competition from 2006 to 2008, and coming 12th in 2007 and 7th in 2009 at the finals of the World Chocolate Masters. He has also being featured on the new channel 4 show Extreme Chocolate Makers in 2019.
£159.00
Dinner Party Secrets
Chicken liver parfait, Melba toast, red onion marmalade
Garam masala and cumin spiced lamb chops
Bombay potatoes
Cucumber raita
Hot passion fruit souffle, mango and lime sorbet
Dinner parties needn't be a stressful experience. Our chefs are here to guide you through preparing delicious dishes in advance, creating last-minute courses to whip up with minimal effort in front of your guests and also provide you with handy hints and tips to help you deliver a smooth dinner party no matter the menu or occasion.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine
£159.00
Festive Baking: The Classics
Boozy Christmas Cake
Mince Pies
Spiced Christmas Biscuits
demonstrated and served:
Tear and Share Sage, Onion and Yorkshire Cheddar Loaf, with Leek and Potato Soup
We’ve all found ourselves with a wedge of fruitcake, a pack of mince pies and a Christmas biscuit or two in our shopping baskets as December draws closer each year, but what if you could craft these festive favourites yourself? Spend a day baking all these classic treats to take home and enjoy with your loved ones, while the Chef Tutor prepares and serves a hearty portion of soup and bread to warm you through the day.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine
£159.00
Flavours from France
Pissaladière (Red onion, anchovy and olive tart, herb salad, sauce vierge)
Bavette of beef, celeriac mash, bourginon garnish
Tonka bean crème brulee
Our Flavours from France class brings classic and contemporary French flavours and techniques together to give you a cookery course par excellence! Our recipes would be right at home in a French bistro, or your own dinner party menu. You will start with a dish inspired by the Mediterranean coast, before travelling North to Burgundy for a beef main and rounding off with a controversial Crème brûlée, to which many French regions lay a claim to inventing.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine
£159.00
Inspirational family comfort food
Devilled whitebait, saffron aioli
Ultimate fish pie with scallops, king prawns, smoked haddock and salmon
Lemongrass pannacotta, pineapple salsa
Create new and exciting meals to please the whole family with our Inspirational Family Comfort Food course. Learn three classic courses to satisfy even the most discerning junior diner, as well as a wealth of advice and tips on creating delicious comfort food for the whole family and preparing dishes in advance to feed hungry mouths quickly at meal times.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine
£159.00
Irresistible Italian
Tortellini of butternut squash and sage, creamed mushrooms and pecorino cheese
Pancetta chicken stuffed with artichokes, garlic spinach, herb potatoes, Marsala sauce
Baileys zabaglione, bananas and salted caramel
Discover the secrets behind the Italian's passion for cooking and food with our Irresistible Italian course. Master silky thin pasta, combine beautiful flavours to create a mouth-watering chicken main course and concoct a classic decadent dessert with a twist.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine
£159.00
Its all about Chicken
Salt and pepper wings
Chicken breast stuffed with wild mushrooms, truffle mash, carrot tagliatelle, Madeira cream sauce
Ballotine of chicken leg stuffed with sage, onion and chestnut stuffing
Chicken satay
Fresh chicken stock
When expertly prepared and cooked, there's so much more to enjoy from a humble chicken. It's all about Chicken course shows you how to joint and separate cuts to create three unique dishes, as well as a classic fresh stock. These cost-effective preparation skills are perfect for inspiring new dishes and cooking on a budget.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Modern British Classics
Black pudding, apple and sage Scotch egg, piccalilli of vegetables
Pan-fried sole, lemon and parsley butter, tartare sauce
Yorkshire rhubarb and lemon posset with almond crunch
Celebrating the very best of British cuisine, our Modern British Classics class brings together bold yet sophisticated flavours, refined techniques and fabulous ingredients as you master three dishes from across the isles, from Black Pudding to Yorkshire Rhubarb.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
One Pot Cooking with Alan Rosenthal
Caponata
Persian chicken with sour cherries and walnuts
Chicken and seafood paella
Catalan fish stew
Beef in ale with horseradish and Stilton dumplings (demonstration)
Cuttlefish braised in red wine, cloves and bay leaves (demonstration)
Alan trained at Leiths School of Food and Wine in 2007 and spent time travelling and private cheffing in both France and Spain. Alan was then commissioned by Ebury Press to write his top selling cookbook, Ultimate One-Pot dishes. The cookbook is now on its second edition and covers many types of one-pot recipes from all over the world.
Alan’s full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development starting with a demonstration. You will then go on to prepare a selection of recipes from start to finish, expertly guided by Alan and the team at the cookery school.
£159.00
Perfect pastry
Pâte brisée (enriched shortcrust pastry) : Parmesan, bacon and onion tartlet
Rough puff pastry: chicken and wild mushroom Pithivier, Madeira sauce
Pâte sablée: Tarte au citron (classic Lemon tart), crème fraiche and lemon syrup
Bakers at the ready! By the end of our Perfect Pastry course, you will have created three different pastry-types from scratch, including a beautifully risen rough puff pastry encasing a delicious chicken and wild mushroom filling, a savoury shortcrust tart packed with flavour and the perfect sweet sable pastry for an all-time classic, tarte au citron.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Roast & Yorkshires
Roast pork with crackling
Yorkshire puddings
Apple and Yorkshire cider gravy
Colcannon stuffed jacket potato
Honey roasted parsnips
A homage to our home in the heart of Yorkshire, ou class will teach you how to master the classic Yorkshire pudding (an essential with any roast). Timings are everything when crafting the perfect roast, and our Chef Tutor will teach you how to make crispy crackling, a mouth-watering apple and cider gravy, Colcannon stuffed jackets, and the confidence you need to recreate a traditional feast at home.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Seafood extravaganza
Pan fried scallops, crushed peas, pancetta, bacon velouté
Tartare of salmon, cucumber salad, crème fraiche, Avruga caviar
Stuffed paupiette of plaice, buttered spinach, vegetable spaghetti, Yorkshire sparkling wine chive cream sauce
Our Seafood Extravaganza has been designed to teach you how to prepare a selection of fish and shellfish, as well as delicious accompaniments and complimentary dishes. Learn how to shuck a scallop, delicately season a tartar and fillet a plaice with expert guidance from our chefs.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Seasonal Yorkshire
Char grilled Yorkshire trout, wilted wild garlic, lemon butter sauce
Breast of herb fed chicken, herb infused spring vegetable broth
Vanilla Cheesecake, Yorkshire rhubarb and cardamom compote
Our ever-changing Seasonal Yorkshire course is inspired by Yorkshire's own plots, orchards and lands and utilise the finest seasonal ingredients to create comforting favourites and fresh dishes. For Spring, our Chef Tutor will be guiding you through a three-course spectacular featuring char grilled Yorkshire trout, herb fed Chicken and a vanilla cheesecake with Yorkshire rhubarb.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Sensational Spanish
Grilled sardines, avocado tomato chilli salsa, paprika and parsley dressing
Roasted pork tenderloin, chorizo and chickpea stew
Crèma Catalana
Our Spectacular Spanish class will demonstrate how to bring out bold flavours and colour dishes, alongside the legendary creamy smooth Crèma Catalana dessert. We've hand-picked our favourite dishes, to give you an authentic taste of Spain in the heart of Yorkshire.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
South American Travels
Sea bass ceviche
Drunken bean melts
Chicken, chorizo red pepper empanadas with chimmi churri sauce
Alfajores (butter biscuits) with dulce de leche, fresh coconut and citrus salad
Become an expert in one of the UK's top food trends, with our South American Travels course. We have hand-selected our favourite, exciting dishes from across the continent to create an exceptional menu, bringing together different cultures and traditions for you to try and enjoy.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Vegan Winter Warmers
Roasted Butternut Squash Risotto, Wild Mushrooms, Sage and Truffle
Cauliflower, Sweet Potato and Spinach Curry, Garlic and Herb Naan, Lentil Dahl
Sticky Date Pudding, Caramelised Spiced Pears, Toffee Sauce
Satiate those cravings for deeply warming, hearty dishes that everyone experiences in the middle of the English winter with a menu that is full of flavour but minus the meat. Join us as our Chef Tutor guides you through the above selection of winter warmers, showcasing techniques and ingredients that are suitable for vegan and non-vegan diets alike.
Our full-day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare two dishes and enjoy an interactive demonstration of the third before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.
£159.00
Bakes - Bread & pastry
Traditional crumpets, baked with artichoke, Parma ham, mozzarella, basil.
Tomato, rosemary and sea salt focaccia, served with spiced shin of beef
Crumpets are a classic favourite, and this course is designed to show you how to transform the humble crumpet into a wonderful savoury snack. Turn your hand at creating crumpets with artichokes and Parma ham, before the Chef Tutor demonstrates how to prepare a simple and tasty spiced shin of beef, with a fabulous tomato, rosemary and sea salt focaccia to accompany.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Bazaar: Vibrant Vegetarian Cuisine with Sabrina Ghayour
Aubergines in Tomato & Tamarind Sauce
Broad Bean & Ricotta Dip
Carrot, Halloumi & Dill Balls
Spiced Green Bean & Tomato Rice
Sumac, Tomato & Garlic Toasts
Enjoy an evening cooking with British-Iranian chef and food writer Sabrina Ghayour, a multi-award winning, 3-time best-selling author with books including Persiana and Sirocco and Feasts. Sabrina's next much anticipated cookery book Bizaar is out in April 2019.
Join Sabrina Ghayour in exploring delicious new vegetarian recipes from the new and exciting book 'Bazaar'. Bazaar is a colourful, flavourful and satisfying celebration of vegetable dishes, designed to suit every occasion and every palate. Each recipe utilizes the abundance of varied flavour profiles of the East, from spices, herbs and perfumed aromatics to hearty staples such as grains and pulses, combined with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables.
£95.00
Beef wellington
Individual beef Wellington, ultimate baked potatoes, port wine gravy
Orange panna cotta, orange and almond salad
Named after Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington and former Prime Minister, the Beef Wellington course will teach you how to re-create this true British classic, paired with ultimate baked potatoes and a rich port wine gravy. Our Chef Tutor will then create a lightly scented orange panna cotta with a toasted almond salad for you to enjoy.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Chocolate Classics
Creative chocolate bar slabs
Chocolate soufflé
A chocoholics dream! Master the art of the chocolatiers with our Chocolate Trio course. Begin with creating your own chocolate bar with a selection of flavourings, before making a velvety chocolate soufflé accompanied by a rich chocolate sauce.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Dinner Party Steak
Steak au poivre (fillet steak) with bubble and squeak, Cavolo Nero
Baked peaches, amaretti and chocolate crust, crème fraiche
Our Dinner Party Steak class is designed to help you master the ultimate soirée showstopper. Learn how to cook the perfect steak with a classic French peppercorn sauce, a perfectly crisp bubble and squeak and the understated Italian black cabbage. Our Chef Tutor will then demonstrate and serve sumptuous baked peaches with a wonderful Amaretti and chocolate crust finished with silky and refreshing crème fraîche.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Fish and Chips
Yorkshire beer battered cod, mushy peas, triple cooked chips, tartare sauce
Lime leaf panna cotta with pineapple chili salsa
Become an expert in the nation's favourite dish in our Fish and Chips half-day course. Our Chef Tutor will guide you through as you prepare the lightest Yorkshire beer batter, proper Northern mushy peas and homemade triple cooked chips. Our Chef Tutor will demonstrate and serve a delicate lime leaf panna cotta with pineapple and chilli salsa.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Mexican tortilla
Carne asada (spiced beef) & chipotle cashew nut salsa with homemade tortilla wrap
Pastel de tres leches (Mexican three milk cake)
Perfect for Mexican food lovers, you'll have the opportunity to create your own authentic, light and floury tortillas from scratch with a spicy smoked marinade, tomato and nut salsa and perfectly cooked steak in this Mexican half-day course. Our Chef Tutor will also demonstrate a traditional Mexican Three-Milk cake for you to enjoy.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Persian Cuisine with Sabrina Ghayour
Persian lamb, celery and herb stew
Caramelised onion and aubergine kuku (frittata)
Lamb, rice, barberry and herb meatballs in tomato sauce
Yogurt with spinach, walnuts and sumac
Traditional Persian cheese and herb platter (walnuts, radishes, 3 herbs, spring onions and flatbread)
Enjoy an evening cooking with British-Iranian Chef and food writer Sabrina Ghayour, a multi-award winning, 3-time best-selling author including Persiana, Sirocco and Feasts. Sabrina's next much anticipated cookery book Bizaar is out in April 2019
Sabrina specialises in cooking up colourful, moreish dishes with Eastern flavours in an abundant ‘Mezze’ style with unique recipes and techniques. She combines ingredients with passion and flair to produce the kind of food that is not only vibrant and visual but nourishes the body and mind and always leaves you wanting more.
£95.00
Proper Pate and Terrines
Pork and venison pate pickled baby vegetables
Pressed seafood terrine, oyster mayonnaise
A pâté is an ideal dish to have in your fridge and the perfect go-to when you're feeling peckish. In our Proper Pâté and Terrines class, learn how to make a wonderful pork and venison pâté wrapped in bacon, with lightly pickled vegetables for the perfect accompaniment. Our Chef Tutor will then demonstrate and serve a pressed, fresh seafood terrine with a West Country oyster mayonnaise for you to enjoy.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Proper Pies
Raised local pork pie with spiced pear and saffron chutney
Our Proper Pie half-day course will teach you how to make a traditional hot water pastry to encase a herby spiced succulent pork filling with the lightest and flavoursome jelly to top. Our Chef Tutor will also demonstrate a perfect spiced pear and saffron chutney accompaniment to complement your pie.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Proper Yorkshire Cream Tea
Fruit scones
Plain scones
Both served with Yorkshire clotted cream and preserves
Savoury mature cheddar cheese scones served with Yorkshire Blue and fruit chutney
Recreate the star of the quintessential Afternoon Tea with our Proper Yorkshire Cream Tea class. Master light and fluffy fruit and plain scones accompanied by real Yorkshire clotted cream and the fruitiest strawberry jam. Our Chef Tutor will also demonstrate and serve savoury mature cheddar scones, with the perfect Yorkshire blue and fruit chutney.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Sensational Souffles
Twice baked mature cheddar and Yorkshire blue cheese soufflé
Mango soufflé with coconut, lime and chilli sorbet
The ultimate showstopper of any menu. Our Sensational Soufflés course will take you through the steps to create the cheesiest, savoury soufflé, accompanied by apples and chicory followed by a sweet alternative with juicy mango souffle with a coconut, lime and chilli sorbet.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Sous vide home cooking
Slow cooked lamb rump, creamed potatoes, green beans, garlic and parsley juices
Spiced poached apples, rum and raisin ice cream
A sous-vide masterclass for the home cook. Learn how to turn a roasting joint of lamb into a delicate masterpiece, make the best creamy mash potato and herby green beans and master a tasty pan gravy to top. Our Chef Tutor will then demonstrate and serve a slow-cooked, spiced apples with a fabulously boozy homemade rum and raisin ice-cream.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Taste of Italy with Valentina Harris
La Sfoglia (Fresh pasta dough)
Tagliatelle al ragu alla Bolognese
(Tagliatelle with classic ragu with Bolognese)
Ravioli Pesaresi (Ravioli in the Pesaro style)
(demonstrated and served)
Torta di paparele alla Veronese (Veronese pasta chocolate cake)
With heritage like Valentina’s, it is no wonder she is such a well-respected authority on Italian food and food culture. Tracing her family history back to 1369 through the illustrious Sforza dynasty, Valentina is the youngest member of a large Anglo-Italian family of gourmets. Educated in Italy, Valentina brought her qualifications for teaching and cooking from Rome to London where she built her reputation primarily as a private chef until the publication of her first award-winning cookery book in 1984.
Famous for its bold flavours, seasonal ingredients and vibrant colours, Italian has repeatedly been voted the world's favourite cuisine. Take a closer look with Valentina by exploring delicious Italian recipes.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£85.00
Vegetarian Dinner Party
Baked Mediterranean tart, rocket and Parmesan, tomato, olive and basil dressing
Traditional baked crème brulee with Viennese biscuit
A class not to be missed for keen bakers. Learn how to make your own baked Mediterranean vegetable tartlet, with an aromatic basil dressing before our Chef Tutor demonstrates a quick puff pastry and serves classic creamy glazed Crème Brûlée with buttery Viennese biscuits.
Our half-day classes last three hours and will give you opportunity to create one dish from the menu, and enjoy a demonstration of an additional dish by the chef tutor before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.
£79.00
Venetian Feast with Valentina Harris
Frutti Di Mare Gratinati (Grilled mixed seafood)
Anatra Col Pien (Stuffed Venetian Duck) with Salsa Peverada (Venetian sauce for roast Game) and Peperonata Alla Veneziana (Venetian Stewed Peppers)
Risotto D'asparagi (Asparagus Risotto)
Torta Di Zucca (Pumpkin Cake)
Experience a Chef's Table with Valentina Harris. Relax and enjoy as Valentina and our Head Chef Tutor prepare a fantastic Venetian feast. Watch from the Demonstration Table in the stylish, informal surroundings of the Cookery School. Pick up hints, tips and great stories from Valentina.
With heritage like Valentina’s, it is no wonder she is such a well-respected authority on Italian food and food culture. Tracing her family history back to 1369 through the illustrious Sforza dynasty, Valentina is the youngest member of a large Anglo-Italian family of gourmets. Educated in Italy, Valentina brought her qualifications for teaching and cooking from Rome to London where she built her reputation primarily as a private chef until the publication of her first award-winning cookery book in 1984.
Our Chef Tables last for three hours and will provide you with the opportunity to interact with the chef, try all the tasty dishes from the menu and enjoy a selection of wines which have been perfectly paired with each included course.
£125.00
Curry night
Goan chicken curry, pilau basmati rice
Our classic Curry Night is perfect for those seeking the skills to make an authentic curry. Learn how to master a Goan curry from scratch (no curry paste in sight), and be amazed just how it easy it is to make the perfect pilau rice every time.
Our express-classes provide two hours or learning and development as you master a dish from the menu, before sitting down to enjoy it with a glass of wine or soft drink. Tea and Coffee breaks are provided throughout the session with tasty treats alongside.
£55.00
Fish Filleting for Beginners
Grilled Cornish mackerel with apple slaw, beetroot, radish and sea herbs
There's nothing quite like preparing your own fresh fish, and our Fish Filleting for Beginners course will teach you how to prepare and cook mackerel and create a sweet apple slaw and pickled beetroot accompaniment.
Our express-classes provide two hours or learning and development as you master a dish from the menu, before sitting down to enjoy it with a glass of wine or soft drink. Tea and Coffee breaks are provided throughout the session with tasty treats alongside.
£55.00
Perfect Pasta
Traditional homemade tagliatelle with mussels, clams and shrimps
An Italian classic with a twist, our Pasta evening course will see you making and cooking your own perfect pasta under the expert guidance of our Chef Tutor, creating a simple seafood dish that will tantalise your taste buds.
Our express-classes provide two hours or learning and development as you master a dish from the menu, before sitting down to enjoy it with a glass of wine or soft drink. Tea and Coffee breaks are provided throughout the session with tasty treats alongside.
£55.00
Perfect steak
Ribeye steak, triple cooked chips, grilled tomatoes and roast Portobello mushrooms
A carnivore's dream, our Perfect Steak evening course is designed to be a life-changing experience, as you learn how to cook a truly perfect steak. Paired with restaurant-style triple cooked chips and a classic garnish of grilled tomatoes and mushroom, you'll leave equipped to impress any dinner guest.
Our express-classes provide two hours or learning and development as you master a dish from the menu, before sitting down to enjoy it with a glass of wine or soft drink. Tea and Coffee breaks are provided throughout the session with tasty treats alongside.
£55.00
Tasty Thai
Thai green seafood curry with perfect fluffy jasmine rice
Join us for our Thai evening course, and learn how to make a fresh, authentic, seafood Thai curry with perfectly cooked fragrant jasmine rice that is guaranteed to impress.
Our express-classes provide two hours or learning and development as you master a dish from the menu, before sitting down to enjoy it with a glass of wine or soft drink. Tea and Coffee breaks are provided throughout the session with tasty treats alongside.
£55.00
Terrific Tartlets
Baked Mediterranean vegetable tartlet with goats cheese and rocket pesto
A vegetarian delight, our Tart course will teach you how to make a perfect Mediterranean vegetable tartlet with a classic pesto dressing and goats cheese.
Our express-classes provide two hours or learning and development as you master a dish from the menu, before sitting down to enjoy it with a glass of wine or soft drink. Tea and Coffee breaks are provided throughout the session with tasty treats alongside.
£55.00
Bubble and squeak (Parent & Child Class)
Bubble and squeak, poached eggs and crispy bacon
Lemon pot with orange caramel
Perfect the best Bubble and Squeak in this class, with runny poached eggs and deliciously crispy bacon, before enjoying a demonstration of a traditional English lemon pot, with a tangy orange caramel sauce for dessert.
Our parent and child classes have been created so that a parent, guardian or family member aged over 18 can accompany an enthusiastic junior chef (aged between 8 and 13) to create delicious dishes and have a fun at the same time.
Please note that each place booked on this course entitles 1 adult to accompany 1 child.
- Age
- 8+
£45.00
Chocolate Bars (Parent & Child Class)
Creative chocolate bar slabs
Ultimate chocolate cake
Our Kids Chocolate Bars Masterclass will guide you through making your favorite chocolate bars. You will learn how to temper chocolate and use a variety of toppings to create the most delicious chocolate bars. Our Chef Tutor will then demonstrate and serve sumptuous chocolate cake.
Our parent and child classes have been created so that a parent, guardian or family member aged over 18 can accompany an enthusiastic junior chef (aged between 8 and 13) to create delicious dishes and have a fun at the same time.
Please note that each place booked on this course entitles 1 adult to accompany 1 child.
£55.00
Festive Baking: Christmas Cupcakes (Parent & Child Class)
Carrot Cupcakes with Orange Frosting
Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream
Our kids’ Festive Baking classes are a great excuse to get your hands dirty with some family favourites: cupcakes. With the addition of some seasonal decoration to bring a bit of Christmas cheer to two simple but delicious recipes, the whole family will be wanting one of these hand-crafted treats in their stockings.
Our parent and child classes have been created so that a parent, guardian or family member aged over 18 can accompany an enthusiastic junior chef (aged between 8 and 13) to create delicious dishes and have fun at the same time.
Please note that each place booked on this course entitles 1 adult to accompany 1 child.
£45.00
Festive Baking: Gingerbread (Parent & Child Class)
Gingerbread Figures
Chocolate Fondue with Gingerbread and Fruit Skewers
Our kids’ Festive Baking classes are a great excuse to get your hands dirty with the creation of a whole family of gingerbread figures, fully iced to look just like your favourite Aunts and Uncles. Perfect to take home for a later nibble, or to enjoy with a warming chocolate fondue to round your class off.
Our parent and child classes have been created so that a parent, guardian or family member aged over 18 can accompany an enthusiastic junior chef (aged between 8 and 13) to create delicious dishes and have fun at the same time.
Please note that each place booked on this course entitles 1 adult to accompany 1 child.
£45.00
Meatballs (Parent & Child Class)
Homemade meatballs with tagliatelle and fresh tomato sauce
Vanilla ice cream with salted caramel sauce
Our Kids Meatball Masterclass will guide you through preparing and cooking everyone's favourite dish. From creating tender meatballs with a delicious homemade tomato sauce to learning how to cook the perfect pasta. For dessert, our Chef Tutor will be serving up homemade vanilla ice cream with an irresistible salted caramel topping.
Our parent and child classes have been created so that a parent, guardian or family member aged over 18 can accompany an enthusiastic junior chef (aged between 8 and 13) to create delicious dishes and have a fun at the same time.
Please note that each place booked on this course entitles 1 adult to accompany 1 child.
- Age
- 8+
£45.00
Ultimate Burger (Parent & Child Class)
The ultimate burger with cheese and bacon
Strawberry jelly and ice cream
Learn how to make your own patty, with a delicious grilled bacon topping and cheese, encased in a fluffy brioche bun in this Ultimate Burger class. Our Chef Tutor will be finishing it off with a classic party favourite of strawberry jelly and vanilla ice cream.
Our parent and child classes have been created so that a parent, guardian or family member aged over 18 can accompany an enthusiastic junior chef (aged between 8 and 13) to create delicious dishes and have a fun at the same time.
Please note that each place booked on this course entitles 1 adult to accompany 1 child.
- Age
- 8+
£45.00
Express Class Couples Voucher
Express Class Couples Voucher worth £110 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against 2 spaces on an evening class together.
This voucher will be received via the email address you provide at booking.
£100.00
Express Class Couples Voucher - Printed with Gift Box
Express Class Couples Voucher worth £110 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against 2 spaces on an evening class together.
This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.
£103.50
Express Class Voucher
Express Class Voucher worth £55 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a £55 evening class.
This voucher will be emailed to purchaser, for print gift box vouchers please see: Evening Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box £58.50
£55.00
Express Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box
Express Class Voucher worth £55 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a £55 evening class.
This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.
£58.50
Full Day Class Voucher
Full Day Class Voucher worth £159 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a £159 full day class.
This voucher will be emailed to purchaser, for print gift box vouchers please see: Full Day Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box £162.50
£159.00
Full Day Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box
Full Day Class Voucher worth £159 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a £159 full day class.
This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.
£162.50
Full Day Couples Voucher
Full Day Class Voucher worth £318 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against 2 spaces on a full day class together.
This voucher will be received via the email address provided.
£288.00
Full Day Couples Voucher - Printed with Gift Box
Full Day Class Voucher worth £318 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against 2 spaces on a full day class together.
This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.
£291.50
Half Day Class Voucher
Half Day Class Voucher worth £79 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a £79 half day class.
This voucher will be emailed to purchaser, for print gift box vouchers please see: Half Day Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box £82.50
£79.00
Half Day Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box
Half Day Class Voucher worth £79 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a £79 half day class.
This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.
£82.50
Half Day Couples Voucher
Half Day Class Voucher worth £158 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against 2 spaces on a half day class together.
This voucher will be received via email address provided.
£138.00
Half Day Couples Voucher - Printed with Gift Box
Half Day Class Voucher worth £158 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against 2 spaces on a half day class together.
This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted