Japanese Cuisine is experiencing ever increasing popularity in the UK and sushi has became one of the world’s most known dishes.

You will learn how to make popular types of sushi such as makizushi – rice and filling wrapped in nori, uramaki – rice is on the outside such as California rolls, and sashimi – raw fish. All ingredients are bought locally.

The most common type of Gyoza in Japan is Yaki-Gyoza. This style of Gyoza is very similar to the Chinese ‘potsticker’ dumplings. The prepared dumplings are placed in a pan and fried for a short time, water is then added to the pan and a lid placed on top, to steam the dumplings.

Ramen is one of the best-known and most popular Japanese foods around the world. We will look at two of the most popular

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

Examples of dishes you will learn. Things might change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Gyozas – Learn how to make traditional Japanese filled dumplings and dipping sauce. If you would prefer Vegan/Veggie/Fish, let us know in the booking notes.
• Ramen – Tasty ramen soup with steamed vegetable gyoza – perfect for any meal
• Sushi – Hands on sushi rolling

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Bao Buns are a delicious, warm, fluffy treat of stuffing wrapped inside a sweet, white dough. In this class you will learn to make and steam your own buns with traditional fillings, chef will then move on to show you how to make, cook and serve delicious udon noodles. Udon are a thicker noodle than ramen, able to absorb more flavours.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

What you will learn – If you prefer meat, or vegetarian let us know in the booking notes.

• Korean fried chicken bao: Super soft steamed buns filled with sticky fried and spicy chicken
• Sweet Nai wong bao: Cantonese sweet bao buns filled with custard
• Yaki udon: Japanese stir-fried noodles: thick and smooth noodles, with soy, ginger and soy dressing
• Momos: Nepalese cuisine meets Chinese; delicious stuffed dumplings

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Baker Victoria Richardson will show you the delights of working with different techniques to achieve the best results. Making bread is both a treat and a satisfying experience, the aromas amazing and with plenty of transferable skills you will be enjoying adapting your techniques to different breads.

Examples of what you will learn:

• Plaiting & Knotting Techniques – regular dough ready to shape into a six plait loaf and knots.
• Adding Flavour to bread – Choose Olives, Onions, Caraway seeds and learn how to adapt a dough to add flavour.
• Soda Bread – Yeast free and low fat, all of its leavening comes from baking soda and buttermilk.

Bring large containers/bag to take your bread home.

What’s Included:

• Tea & Coffee on arrival and refreshments throughout the day.
• Light lunch – Served with bread.
• You will take home your creations, please bring suitable containers and means to take them home!
• Copies of the workshop notes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Learn to chop, slice and dice like a pro we will teach you all the tricks of the trade so that you can understand how to choose the right knife for the job and use your knife to best advantage. Most importantly, you will learn how to use a knife safely.  You may not be able to slice with your eyes shut after this class, but with practice you will make short work of preparing the Sunday roast or Delicious Dinners.

Once all the knife work has been done, we will show you how to make delicious dishes using the ingredients you have chopped, which you’ll enjoy eating and any left overs can be taken home.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

What you will learn:

• How to use a kitchen knife like an expert.
• Learn the most foolproof slicing, chopping and dicing techniques while preparing a delicious dish.
• Receive an emailed pack of the recipes you made during the class
• No washing up – we take care of that for you!

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

From a very young age Farzana Ullah has been surrounded by Indian food with recipes and techniques being passed down through generations. Farzana learnt the wonderful authentic dishes that she now cooks from her Mother.

Her dishes have been perfected over many years, cooking for friends and family  who are the best and toughest judges of all! Having become a master of all types of Indian cooking, from traditional curries to more popular dishes.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Chicken Jalfrezi
• Lachha Paratha
• Lamb Bhuna
• Chicken Pakoras
• Chapatis
• Pilau Rice (chef demo)

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Join us to learn to cook amazingly authentic Mexican food in this fun and informative cookery class. Mexican food has a reputation for being very spicy, but it has a wide range of flavours and while many spices are used for cooking, not all are spicy.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Tacos – Spiced Chicken on Wheat and Corn tacos. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Tostada – Crispy-fried corn tortilla, prawn ceviche, Smokey chilli mayo. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Beef Empanadas – traditional pastry filled with spiced beef & chorizo
• Salsa Verde Cruda – A zesty, vibrant salsa.

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Middle Eastern cuisine is quite rightly now getting the adoration it deserves be inspired with the history & flavours wonderful dishes – from fabulous falafel that can be used as part of a meze platter, a light lunch, or a starter, to perfect pillowy pilaf that can be the centre piece of a feast and varied with different flavours throughout the year.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Zaatar Halloumi, Hummus, Khobz Flatbread, Shirazi Salad
• Saffron Chicken, Batata Harra, Morrocan Tomato Sauce

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Take in the delicious aromas of different curries from around the world, traditionally a sauce seasoned with spices – there are so many varieties it’s hard to understand the differences.  This class will look at different curries from around the world – Sri Lankan, Japanese and Indian – which will give you a wealth of knowledge so you can embrace your spice cupboard!

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious! – if you prefer meat/fish or vegan/vegetarian let us know in the booking notes

• Sri Lankan Fish & Green Bean Curry
• Indian Potato & Spinach Saag Aloo
• Japanese Chicken Curry with Sticky Rice

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Bao are delicious, warm, fluffy treats of stuffing wrapped inside a sweet, white dough. In this class you will learn to make and steam your own buns with traditional fillings, chef will then move on to show you how to make, cook and serve delicious udon noodles. Udon are a thicker noodle than ramen, able to absorb more flavours.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Example menu: things may change, trust us it will be delicious

• Bao – soft fluffy steamed buns. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Spiced Chicken and Asian Slaw – to use as a filling for your bao. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Homemade Noodles – think, soft udon style noodles.
• Caramel Lime Fish – dietary options are available, let us know your preference in the booking notes

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Learn the art of buttercream piping, this workshop is perfect for home bakers looking for a new challenge, or professional bakers needing to hone their piping skills.

We will demo how to make the perfect cupcake base and traditional crusting buttercream. You will be taught piping techniques that are transferable skills to use again and again. There is plenty of hands on time to decorate 20 cup cakes, 14 will be used to create two bouquets and you will take home the remaining 6.

You will construct and gift-wrap your bouquet to present as a stylish gift ready to take home.

Learn how to create realistic looking:

• Rose
• Hydrangea
• Sunflower
• Chrysanthemum
• Daisy

You will leave with a large cup cake bouquet, please bring a large bag to transport it home.

What’s included:

• Tea & Coffee on arrival and refreshments throughout the day.
• You will take home your creations, please bring suitable containers and means to take them home!
• Copies of the workshop notes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level – All Abilities

Korean Food has an emphasis on vegetables, meats cooked simply and without much oil. It looks beautiful and had bold crave-worthy flavours.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious

• Moksal Pork with Ssamjang Sauce – Grilled bite sized pieces with a spicy dipping sauce
• Korean Fried Chicken – Light and crispy with a thin, almost paper-like skin that is not heavily battered.
• Kimchi Fried Rice – Sweet & Sour with a tang from the kimchi
• Kimchi Slaw – Salted, fermented vegetables, often based around cabbage.
• Japchae – a stir-fried noodle dish seasoned with a sweet and savoury sauce

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Sourdough bread has been around for hundreds of years. Widely favoured amongst many due to its ability to digest easier within the body and for its tangy flavour and wholesome appearance.

Whilst the supermarkets have brought sourdough to our shelves, the amount of care and attention needed is sometimes lost in the mass production of sourdough which takes great care and most of all time.

Matt has been baking and teaching for many years and runs a Most bakery in Altrincham, he is full of technical know how about how to achieve great sourdough results.

In this easy class for sourdough beginners, we teach you:

• How to make a starter from the beginning, how to take care of it and feed and nurture it using a variety of readily available ingredients.
• You will also be shown how to shape the dough to achieve the best looking loaves and simple cutting effects to make those enviable patterns so that your bread has that professional appearance.
• We will also be discussing and using many different types of grain and show you how easy it is to make a super fast version of sourdough for an every day supply of better bread.
• You’ll take home a starter, a sourdough loaf part made by you as well as your own dough to cook at home.

What’s included:

• Tea and coffee will be available through the class and Matt will bring a sourdough for you to taste.
• You’ll take home a starter, a sourdough loaf part made by you as well as your own dough to cook at home.
• We have all the equipment you need but please bring or buy a banneton
• Additional drinks can be purchased from the bar payable via card.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Either bring a banneton or purchase one of ours. If you don’t want to purchase a banneton you can bring a colander with a damp towel to take your dough home.

Skill Level: All Abilities

There’s nothing quite like homemade pasta, especially with Chef Salvatore. Share in his passion, and bring authentic Italian food into your kitchen with some truly amazing pasta dishes. You’ll learn how to make pasta dough from scratch and a variety of techniques to create three incredible dishes.

A combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.
All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Tortellini with ricotta, fennel, and sun-dried tomatoes. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Filled Pappardelle with pancetta, leek, and asparagus. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Tagliatelle with seasonal pesto dressing

What’s included:

• Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Korean Food has an emphasis on vegetables, meats cooked simply and without much oil. It looks beautiful and has bold crave-worthy flavours.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Pork Mandu – Traditional Korean dumplings with dipping sauce. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Korean Fried Chicken – Light and crispy with a thin, almost paper-like skin that is not heavily battered. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Kimchi Fried Rice – Sweet and sour with a tang from the kimchi
• Kimchi Slaw – Fermented cabbage and green onion

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

In recent years, discoveries from leading scientific researchers have found that the state of our gut bacteria could lead to better mood, immunity and skin. During the class you will learn how to get started with fermenting at home.

What you will make – please bring 3 preserving jars or pre order from us £5 each.

• Kimchi
• Sauerkraut
• Kimchi fried rice
• Wholemeal momos with fermented soy beans and turmeric sauerkraut

Kimchi and Sauerkraut are great side dishes which can be eaten with any meal and are traditionally made by fermenting cabbage but many other vegetables can be used. Korean kimchi is hot and spicy whilst sauerkraut has a distinctive sour flavour –  the result of lactic acid formed when the bacteria ferment the sugars in the cabbage leaves.

What’s included

Probiotic drink on arrival and the food you make – please bring three or more glass preserving jars, at least 500ml or pre order from us at £5 each. The class will last 2.5 to 3 hours depending on number of guests. You will eat your dishes on the night and take home your jars of fermented Sauerkraut and Kimchi.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Cooking is fun, relaxing and enjoyable and you only need a few basic skills to open up a world of possibilities. Our expert Chef is keen to support you take your first steps, or perhaps chop your first onion in a fun and engaging class.  Menu and theme change, however your skills and confidence will grow and you will learn how the new skills translate to differing cuisines

Example Skills you will learn:

• Chopping skills
• All the skills to make lasagne and crumble – a classic pair of recipes that use a varied set of skills. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Sautéing minced beef
• Different approaches to potatoes

Examples of What you might cook:

• Meat or vegetable lasagne. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Lemon & Thyme Roast Chicken.
• Fruit crumble or poached pears

What’s Included

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided; you will eat as you cook and take home any extra dishes.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Peru has the largest Japanese population outside of Japan leading to a fusion of Japanese traditions and Peruvian Ingredients – known as Nikkei cuisine, a delicious combination which has influenced chefs everywhere.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Don ceviche (raw sea-bass, quickly cured in lime juice, soy and sesame) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Peruvian quinoa sushi (Extraordinary fusion dish, mixing Peruvian ingredients and Japanese techniques)For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Lomo Saltado (Traditional steak stir-fry, served with sticky rice and fries) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Japanese Cuisine is experiencing ever increasing popularity in the UK and sushi has became one of the world’s most known dishes.

You will learn how to make popular types of sushi such as makizushi – rice and filling wrapped in nori, uramaki – rice is on the outside such as California rolls, and sashimi – raw fish. All ingredients are bought locally.

The most common type of Gyoza in Japan is Yaki-Gyoza. This style of Gyoza is very similar to the Chinese ‘potsticker’ dumplings. The prepared dumplings are placed in a pan and fried for a short time, water is then added to the pan and a lid placed on top, to steam the dumplings.

Ramen is one of the best-known and most popular Japanese foods around the world. We will look at two of the most popular

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

Examples of dishes you will learn. Things might change, trust us it will be delicious!

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking

• Sushi – Hands on sushi rolling
• Gyozas – Learn how to make traditional Japanese filled dumplings and dipping sauce
• Chashu Chicken Ramen – rolled chicken thighs pan-fried in sweet soy sauce
• Gyoza Ramen – Tasty ramen soup with steamed vegetable gyoza – perfect for any meal!

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Enjoy a hands-on Vietnamese Cookery Class followed by a delicious social meal with your creations – A unique blend of Chinese and French style, Vietnamese food is greatly admired for its fresh and fragrant flavour.  Naturally low in dairy and fat, you will learn the tips and trick to enjoy making Vietnamese at home.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Mì Xaò Chay – Vietnamese Stir Fried Chow Mein – Savoury, spicy and delicious. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Cà Ri Gà -Vietnamese Coconut Chicken Curry – Rich & Fragrant with vegetables and mushrooms. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Gỏi Cuốn – Vietnamese Spring Rolls – With minced pork and dipping sauce. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Pickled Carrot & Daikon Salad– Crunchy and perfectly pickled carrot and daikons

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Japanese Cuisine is experiencing ever increasing popularity in the UK and at Food Sorcery we developed a weekend class that explores three of the most popular dishes – all can be replicated at home and during the class you will have the opportunity for plenty of hands-on cookery, demonstration and a sociable meal at the end.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Miso Sweet Potato Gyoza’s. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Uramaki Sushi;
• Pork Tonkatsu;
• Stir-Fried Udon Noodles;

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

The word Dim Sum is Cantonese and refers to the small size of the dishes that are served in bamboo steamer baskets. These small portions can be made to be either savoury or sweet and can be steamed, baked or fried.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious! – If you prefer meat, or vegan/vegetarian let us know in the booking notes.

• Pan fried Pork War Tip Dumpling. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Vegetable Spring Roll
• Steamed Pork and Prawn Sui Mai

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Fresh pasta is a delight and learning to make it is a life skill that stays with you.  During this workshop, we look at all things pasta – from mixing and kneading pasta dough, rolling techniques, filling and shaping.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Spinach & Ricotta Tortellini – Stuffed homemade pasta, creamy centre with garlic and a hint of nutmeg. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Tagliatelle – Ribbon-shaped pasta from Marche region of Italy. You will take this home with you. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Cacciatore Sauce – Flavourful tomato sauce, perfect to go with your tortellini. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Rocket Pesto Demonstration by chef – Herby, peppery and zesty.

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Italian cicchetti originated in Venice where wine bars (bàcaro) serve bite size and small dishes similar to Spanish tapas. They are delicious to eat and look beautiful, perfect for easy evening meals, dinner parties or a buffet to wow the family or guests.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Polpette in Pomodoro Sauce – Juicy and rich meatballs in tomatoe sauce. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Mozarella Arancini –  A staple of Sicilian cuisine: crispy-fried risotto balls stuffed with mozzarella. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Aubergines with Goat Cheese – Grilled Aubergine rolled and then filled with goats cheese. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Northern Thai food has a distinct flavour which is quite different from what most people associate with central Thai food. Curries in the north have obvious Burmese influences. They are made Without coconut milk and they thinner in consistency as a result, however they are just as delicious and can be mind blowingy spicy! but don’t worry, during the class you can choose how much spice to add to your dishes.

Authentic ingredients are readily available in specialist stores and the aromas and tastes are exceptional!….You’ll be booking the flights to Bangkok!

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Khao Soi – Chang Mai noodle soup. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Nam Prik Ong – Chilli sauce/dip
• Yam wun sen kung – Spicy Thai Salad with glass noodles and prawns
• Crispy Fish with Thai sauce – a true showstopper!

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

If you have ever oohed and aahed over professionally baked cakes and wondered just how and why they tick all the right boxes of appearance and taste, then this is the class for you.

Former tutor of Slattery School of Excellence, Victoria has joined the team at Food Sorcery to delivery a range of baking classes. The perfect pastry for pies, patisserie passion, tempering chocolate or cake decorating, let Victoria inspire you.

You will learn

• The details that matter when making cakes professionally
• How to bake three different kinds of cake
• The secret art of cake flavouring and perfect buttercream making
• Slicing and layering large cakes
• Piping cream as a filling to give structure to a layered cake.

You Will make and Take Home

• Lemon Drizzle – Moist & tangy cake dotted with lemon zest and drizzled with a tart-and-sweet lemony glaze
• Black Forex Gateaux – Several layers of chocolate cake, with cherry and kirsch filling
• Genoise Sponge – A classic sponge cake enriched with butter and egg yolk

Save the planet! – bring three large re-useable cake boxes or containers and a bag to transport your bakes home. We have disposable ones if you forget.

What’s Included:

• Tea/Coffee or soft drinks on arrival, all ingredients you need. You will sit down to a light lunch during the class and will take away your creations.
• Bring your own containers to transport your creations home, we have simple ones if you forget.
• Copies of the recipes will also be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level – All Abilities

The Italian coast is vast and beautiful, offering an abundance of seafood. Chef Salvatore wants to bring a taste of coastal Italy to your plate with some delightful pasta dishes. You’ll learn how to make pasta dough from scratch and a variety of techniques to create three incredible coastal dishes.

A combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.
All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences. Just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Crab & smoked haddock ravioli with wild garlic and samphire. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Quadretti with puttanesca dressing, anchovies, rocket and pecorino. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Spaghetti with herb pesto. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

An incredible treat for all Steak Lovers – working with our Chef, you will have the opportunity to learn all about the different cuts of meat and most importantly how to cook steak at home achieving the same results as the restaurant…throw in some classic sauces, side dishes and obviously some fries…the evening ends with a feast and dare I suggest a glass or two of malbec…..

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Skills you will Learn

• Introduction to different cuts of meat.
• Different ways of cooking steak
• Meat from different countries
• Best sauces and sides
• Cooking temperatures

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious

• Sauces (2-3) peppercorn, béarnaise. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Fondant Potatoes
• Perfect Chips
• Roasted tomatoes

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Bao Buns are a delicious, warm, fluffy treat of stuffing wrapped inside a sweet, white dough. In this class you will learn to make and steam your own buns with traditional fillings, chef will then move on to show you how to make, cook and serve delicious udon noodles. Udon are a thicker noodle than ramen, able to absorb more flavours.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

What you will learn:

• Korean fried chicken bao: Super soft steamed buns filled with sticky fried and spicy chicken. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Sweet Nai wong bao: Cantonese sweet bao buns filled with custard. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Yaki udon: Japanese stir-fried noodles: thick and smooth noodles, with soy, ginger and soy dressing. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Momos: Nepalese cuisine meets Chinese; delicious stuffed dumplings. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Japanese Cuisine is experiencing ever increasing popularity in the UK and sushi has became one of the world’s most known dishes.

You will learn how to make popular types of sushi such as makizushi – rice and filling wrapped in nori, uramaki – rice is on the outside such as California rolls, and sashimi – raw fish. All ingredients are bought locally.

The most common type of Gyoza in Japan is Yaki-Gyoza. This style of Gyoza is very similar to the Chinese ‘potsticker’ dumplings. The prepared dumplings are placed in a pan and fried for a short time, water is then added to the pan and a lid placed on top, to steam the dumplings. When the steaming process is complete, the lid of the pan is removed and the Gyoza are left to continue to crisp.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Example menu: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

What you will learn: 

• Types of Sushi (learn about all different types of sushi and how to make them) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Making Sushi rice (step-by-step demo of sushi rice preparation)
• Making Sushi Rolls (hands on sushi making workshop)
• Gyozas (learn how to make traditional Japanese filled dumplings)
• Dipping Sauce (what else can you use to dip your gyozas in, apart from soy sauce?)

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Enjoy a hands-on Vietnamese Cookery Class – A unique blend of Chinese and French style, Vietnamese food is greatly admired for its fresh and fragrant flavour.  Naturally low in dairy and fat, you will learn the tips and trick to enjoy making Vietnamese at home.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

• Goi Xoai – Vietnamese Mango Salad – fresh and full of exciting textures! crunchy with zesty fruit and vegetables
• Chicken Pho – Fragrant and aromatic broth with rice noodles and tender chicken
• Goi Cuon Ca Nuong – Vietnamese baked fish – This terrific fish dish is a combination of rich fish fillets with spicy sauce

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Mexican street food, called antojitos (literally “little cravings”), is prepared by street vendors and at small traditional markets in Mexico, it’s said that Mexican’s eat at least one meal a week on the street.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Cheesy Beef Quesadilla (spicy beef, melted cheese, golden-brown and crispy tortilla) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Homemade tacos (small Mexican flatbread, you will learn how to make these from scratch) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Elote Corn (loaded with sour cream, cheese, spices and herbs) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Tacos al Pastor (Annato seed spiced pork and pineapple) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.d allergies let us know in the booking notes.
•  Jalapeno and Lime Slaw (crunchy and slightly pickled) For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.d allergies let us know in the booking notes.

What’s included:

• Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Middle Eastern cuisine is quite rightly now getting the adoration it deserves be inspired with the history & flavours wonderful dishes – from fabulous falafel that can be used as part of a meze platter, a light lunch, or a starter, to perfect pillowy pilaf that can be the centre piece of a feast and varied with different flavours throughout the year.

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!

• Zaatar Halloumi, Hummus, Khobz Flatbread, Shirazi Salad. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
• Saffron Chicken, Batata Harra, Morrocan Tomato Sauce. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.

What’s included:

• Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Learn how to create a unique drizzle worthy drip cake along with pipping skills, this workshop is perfect for home bakers looking for a new challenge, or professional bakers needing to hone their drip and piping skills.

You will Learn how to:

• Slicing and preparing a pre-made cake ready for decorating.
• Buttercream Icing for a professional smooth finish.
• Creating the perfect drip.
• Buttercream decorating skills – flowers and swirls.
• Finishing with chocolate twirls.

What’s included:

• Tea & Coffee on arrival and refreshments throughout the day.
• Light lunch.
• You will take home your cake, please bring suitable containers and means to take it home!
• Copies of the workshop notes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level – All Abilities

Take in the delicious aromas of different curries from around the world, traditionally a sauce seasoned with spices – there are so many varieties it’s hard to understand the differences.  This class will look at different curries from around the world – Sri Lankan, Japanese and Indian – which will give you a wealth of knowledge so you can embrace your spice cupboard!

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

All classes are adaptable for most allergies and preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.

Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious – if you prefer meat/fish or vegan/vegetarian let us know in the booking notes

• Sri Lankan Fish & Green Bean Curry
• Indian Potato & Spinach Saag Aloo
• Japanese Chicken Curry with Sticky Rice
• Pan-Fried Naan
• Mint Yoghurt

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Japanese Cuisine is experiencing ever increasing popularity in the UK and sushi has became one of the world’s most known dishes.

You will learn how to make popular types of sushi such as makizushi – rice and filling wrapped in nori, uramaki – rice is on the outside such as California rolls, and sashimi – raw fish. All ingredients are bought locally.

The most common type of Gyoza in Japan is Yaki-Gyoza. This style of Gyoza is very similar to the Chinese ‘potsticker’ dumplings. The prepared dumplings are placed in a pan and fried for a short time, water is then added to the pan and a lid placed on top, to steam the dumplings.

Ramen is one of the best-known and most popular Japanese foods around the world. We will look at two of the most popular

Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.

Examples of dishes you will learn. Things might change, trust us it will be delicious! – If you prefer meat, or vegan/vegetarian let us know in the booking notes.

All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking

• Sushi – Hands on sushi rolling
• Gyozas – Learn how to make traditional Japanese filled dumplings and dipping sauce
• Chashu Chicken Ramen – rolled chicken thighs pan-fried in sweet soy sauce
• Gyoza Ramen – Tasty ramen soup with steamed vegetable gyoza – perfect for any meal!

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range of spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.
• All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level: All Abilities