Fish & Shellfish - Full Day

Become a master of the seas and enjoy the taste of summer with our Fish & Shellfish class. Cook up a variety of incredible seafood dishes, from delicious seabass and saffron risotto with chorizo, salmon skewers with sesame and soy and queenie scallops to oysters, trout with beurre blanc sauce and moules marinière.

*Dishes cooked on the day may vary

Our full day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.

Full Day Recipes (may include):

• Oysters
• Moules Marinière
• Seabass, saffron risotto and chorizo
• Trout with Beurre blanc sauce
• Salmon skewers with sesame and soy

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Identification of fish and shellfish
• Quality points of fish and shellfish
• Preparation of small round, large round and flat fish
• Preparation of different shellfish and crustaceans
• Different cookery methods relating to different types of fish and shellfish
• Presentation of different dishes

Indian Masterclass

Forget the takeaway this weekend, you will create your own delicious Indian dishes from Reshmi Kebabs, Saffron Paratha and Sweet Potato Bhaji to Raita and Indian sweet treats. Learn how to combine authentic flavours, bold colours and modernised Indian cooking methods that will level up your culinary skills. This course will have you master, an authentic masala, dry roasting spices, and marinating meat.

 *Dishes made may vary on the day

Our full day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.

Full Day Recipes (may include):

• Tomato Chutney
• Reshmi Kebabs
• Saffron Paratha
• Fruit Chaat salad
• Sweet potato Bhaji
• Raita
• Indian sweets

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Making a traditional bread and flavour variations (no tandoor oven however)
• Modernised Indian cookery techniques
• Dry roasting spices, the right amount
• Making a basic masala
• Marinating meat

Middle Eastern - Full Day

Delve into the world of well-loved flavours from Middle Eastern cuisine. Learn how to get the most out of each ingredient used to craft fresh and fragrant dishes that you will want to recreate time and time again. From spice lamb rump, aubergine puree, Moroccan Chicken and orange cake, this immersive class is one you won’t want to miss!

*Dishes made may vary on the day

Our full day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.

Full Day Recipes (may include):

• Iman Bayeldi with Griddled Halloumi
• Flat Bread
• Spiced Lamb rump
• Morroccan Chicken
• Smoked Aubergine puree
• Orange Cake

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Artisan flatbread techniques, including kneading, proofing, shaping and cooking
• Uses of Aubergine
• Cookery methods for different cuts
• Vegetable preparation and key knife skills
• Cooking techniques for different vegetables and the effects on them

South East Asian Cuisine - Full Day

Explore the bold and fresh flavours of South East Asia and impress your dinner guests! This class will have you excited by using combinations of different spices and levelling up your culinary skills. You will depart this class with the skills and knowledge to create a host of classic dishes, including chicken red curry, flavoursome pad krapow moo, dan tart and chicken satay.

*Dishes cooked on the day may vary

Our full day classes provide six hours of learning and development, as you prepare enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.

Full Day Recipes (may include):

• Pad Krapow Moo
• Sesame Salmon Skewers
• Nasi Lemak
• Chicken Satay with peanut sauce
• Congee
• Wor Tip
• Chicken Red Curry
• Dan Tart

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Different spices required in different south East Asian dishes
• Slow cooking methods used for tougher cuts of meat
• Dry roasting spices to get the most of their flavour
• Traditional accompaniments that work alongside the dishes
• Rice cooking techniques pros and cons
• Vegetable preparation and knife skills

Baking, Pastry & Desserts - Half Day

Bakers at the ready! Get ready to create your very own showstoppers from French macarons and tart Tatin to raspberry soufflé and chocolate torte, there is something sweet for everyone. You will learn useful techniques that you can put into practice again and again to recreate delicious treats at home!

 *Dishes made may vary on the day

Our half day classes provide three hours of learning and development, as you prepare enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them with a glass of wine.

Half Day Dishes (may include):

• French Macaron
• Tart Tatin
• Chocolate Torte
• Orange Cake

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Piping Techniques
• Plating tips
• Baking in a lined pastry case
• Making and piping choux pastry for eclairs and profiteroles
• Layering patisserie items
• Important techniques required for making the perfect soufflé

French Brasserie - Half Day

Enjoy the delights of French cuisine in the heart of historic York. This course encompasses a balance of both traditional and contemporary French cooking methods, such as: confit technique, flambéing and making a traditional bisque as well as artisanal bread making and shaping. Bon Appétit!

 *Dishes made may vary on the day

Our half day classes last three hours and will give you the opportunity to create enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.

Half Day Recipes (may include):

• Rustic French loaf
• Twice baked souffle
• Dauphinoise potato
• Confit Duck Leg
• Pear and almond tart

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Artisanal bread making and shaping
• Filleting fish or butchery skills
• Techniques around making a traditional bisque, for example flambéing.
• Understanding the technique of confit and its effect on meat
• Piping techniques
• The techniques required to make a soufflé

Italian - Half Day

Discover the secrets behind the Italian's passion for cooking and food with our Italian cookery class. Learn to cook a feast for the family and create your very own pizzas, focaccia, risotto and of course ravioli, finished off with the Italian classic, tiramisu! Put your newfound knowledge and skills into practice in your own home and transport yourself to the Amalfi Coast in one mouthful!

 *Dishes made may vary on the day

Our half day classes last three hours and will give you the opportunity to create enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.

Half Day Recipes (may include):

• Focaccia
• Ravioli
• Pea risotto with pan fried seasonal protein
• Tiramisu

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Artisan bread making techniques
• Hand shaping of bread for a loaf and pizza
• Pasta making from scratch and into different shapes, ravioli and tortellini
• Making a basic white onion risotto and flavour variations
• Techniques required to create a traditional mascarpone cream to be layered in a tiramisu

Modern World Street Food - Half Day

This truly dynamic and captivating class allows you to explore street food from around the world from within our historic city of York. Create your exciting dishes that you’ll look forward to recreating at home, including your very own chicken satay with peanut sauce, sweet potato bhaji, beignets, New York bagels and Mexican fajitas- there is something for everyone!

*Dishes cooked on the day may vary

Our half day classes last three hours and will give you the opportunity to create enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.

Half Day Recipes (may include):

• Chicken satay with peanut sauce
• Wor Tip (pot stickers)
• New York Bagels
• Beignets

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Cutting, marinating and glazing chicken for the satay
• Processes involved with producing a traditional Malaysian style peanut sauce
• Rolling out and shaping dumplings
• Cookery methods required for different styles of street food
• Production of choux paste for the beignets
• Artisan bread making

Showstoppers: Tapas

Andalusian-Style Chicken

Patatas Bravas

Chorizo with Cannellini Beans and Smoked Bacon

Bold colours and well-loved flavours come together in this class showcasing our favourite Spanish recipes right from the heart of Yorkshire.

Our half day classes last three hours and will give you the 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.

Spanish Tapas Temptations - Half Day

This class combines bright colours and delicious flavours to create a tapas feast that is a treat for the eyes as well as the tastebuds! Mastering the skills required to make exquisite tapas is essential - add this to your repertoire of timeless classics - perfect to rustle up when hosting friends or for an intimate dinner for two!

 *Dishes made may vary on the day

Our half day classes last three hours and will give you the opportunity to create enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.

Half Day Recipes (may include):

• Chorizo in red wine
• Beef albondigas
• Calamares with aioli
• Patatas Bravas
• Crème Catalan

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Vegetable preparation and knife skills
• Preparation, shaping and cooking of meat and poultry
• Preparation of shellfish and crustaceans
• Skills and techniques required to create a Crème Catalan
• Artisan bread making

Ultimate Sunday Lunch

From the perfect crisp and fluff of a roasted potato to rich, silky gravy – allow Cookery School Director, Marc Williams, to guide you through the ultimate Sunday Lunch. Learn the all-important meat resting periods as well as how to accurately plan your meal preparation times correctly, so that you can enjoy a stress-free roast every Sunday.

Our half day classes last three hours and will give you the opportunity to create enjoy demonstrations of a variety of dishes, before sitting down to enjoy them both with a glass of wine.

Half Day Recipes (may include):

• Smoked salmon Bagels
• Roast Beef with Yorkshire Puddings and proper gravy
• Roast Hogget
• Potatoes and Vegetables
• Yorkshire puddings
• Dark Chocolate and Almond Torte

Techniques Covered on Course:

• Timing the meal correctly
• Production of cold sauces
• Preparation of different kinds of meat
• Cooking of different kinds of meat
• Resting Times
• Various preparation and cooking methods for vegetable

Curry Night: Thai

Thai Green Seafood Curry with Perfect Fluffy Jasmine Rice

Join us for our Thai express 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 of 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.

Steak: Bavette of Beef

Bavette of Beef

Celeriac Mash

Bourguignonne Garnish

Dress up your usual steak and chips with tutelage from our Bavette of Beef class - learn how to combine classic French flavours to create a perfectly cooked flank steak paired with minimum-effort but maximum-flavour accompaniments.

Our express classes provide two hours of 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.

Street Food: Satay and Wings

Chicken Satay

Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings

Banish those takeaway cravings with these two street food favourites - punchy salt & pepper chicken wings and a rich, nutty serving of satay. Our Chef Tutor will guide you through the simple techniques required to perfect these Asian flavours that we have all come to know and love across the UK.

Our express classes provide two hours of 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.

For classes before the 1st December, please note that the time shown is arrival time. Classes will start 30 minutes after the time below.

Little Bakes: Cupcakes (Parent & Child Classes)

Carrot Cupcakes with Orange Frosting

Chocolate Cupcakes with Chocolate Buttercream

Lovely for a special occasion, or for no occasion whatsoever, this duo of cupcakes prove to be even tastier than they are straightforward to bake. Get your aprons on, ready to pipe the perfect swirl and finish off these baked creations with a flourish.

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.

Ravioli (Parent & Child Class)

Rocket, Pesto and Pecorino Cheese

Raspberry Semifreddo and Berry Coulis

Get little hands busy with the wonderful world of hand-crafted pasta - from rolling to cutting, and filling to cooking, this parent and child class is sure to be just as much of a hit with our younger guests as it will be with their parents. Finish off with a perfect portion of refreshing raspberry semifreddo, served by our Chef Tutor.

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.

Express Class Couples Voucher - Printed with Gift Box

Express Class Couples Voucher worth £130 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. 

Please allow up to five working days for delivery of vouchers.

 Statement from The Royal Mail: Despite our best efforts and significant investment in extra resource, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards. This is due to the exceptionally high volumes of mail posted during this period, alongside necessary coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices to keep our people and customers safe. In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can.

Express Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box

Express Class Voucher worth £65 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a £65 evening class.

This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.

Please allow up to five working days for delivery of vouchers.

Statement from The Royal Mail: Despite our best efforts and significant investment in extra resource, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards. This is due to the exceptionally high volumes of mail posted during this period, alongside necessary coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices to keep our people and customers safe. In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can.

Full Day Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box

Full Day Class Voucher worth £165 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a full day class.

This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.

Please allow up to five working days for delivery of vouchers.

Statement from The Royal Mail: Despite our best efforts and significant investment in extra resource, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards. This is due to the exceptionally high volumes of mail posted during this period, alongside necessary coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices to keep our people and customers safe. In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can.

Full Day Couples Voucher - Printed with Gift Box

Full Day Class Voucher worth £330 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.

Please allow up to five working days for delivery of vouchers.

Statement from The Royal Mail: Despite our best efforts and significant investment in extra resource, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards. This is due to the exceptionally high volumes of mail posted during this period, alongside necessary coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices to keep our people and customers safe. In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can.

Half Day Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box

Half Day Class Voucher worth £95 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a half day class.

This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.

Please allow up to five working days for delivery of vouchers.

Statement from The Royal Mail: Despite our best efforts and significant investment in extra resource, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards. This is due to the exceptionally high volumes of mail posted during this further lockdown period, alongside necessary coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices to keep our people and customers safe. In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can.

Half Day Couples Voucher - Printed with Gift Box

Half Day Class Voucher worth £190 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.

Please allow up to five working days for delivery of vouchers.

Statement from The Royal Mail: Despite our best efforts and significant investment in extra resource, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards. This is due to the exceptionally high volumes of mail posted during this further lockdown period, alongside necessary coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices to keep our people and customers safe. In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can.

Parent and Child Class Voucher - Printed with Gift Box

Parent and Child Class Voucher worth £65 to be used within 1 calendar year from the date of purchase and redeemed against a Parent and Child class.

This voucher will be printed with a gift box and posted.

Please allow up to five working days for delivery of vouchers.

Statement from The Royal Mail: Despite our best efforts and significant investment in extra resource, some customers may experience slightly longer delivery timescales than our usual service standards. This is due to the exceptionally high volumes of mail posted during this period, alongside necessary coronavirus-related measures we have put in place in local mail centres and delivery offices to keep our people and customers safe. In such cases, we always work hard to get back to providing our usual level of service as quickly as we can.