Famously known as the Maritime Malt, Old Pulteney’s distinctive taste is shaped by the sea air as it matures in casks on the North Coast of Scotland, making it a natural partner for seafood dishes.

What you will Learn:

In this relaxed evening class, enjoy a dram while you learn fish preparation techniques and create a range of sumptuous coastal recipes infused with Old Pulteney – from cured salmon and whisky butter to a creamy whisky sauce that’s out of this world.

What’s included:

While you cook and eat, experts will guide you through the tasting notes of the Maritime Malt and explain how its unique flavour compliments each dish.

Then, afterwards, you’ll receive an Old Pulteney recipe book so that you can make more delicious dishes at home… and we’ll even take care of the washing up!

This is a perfect Father’s Day treat that can be enjoyed solo or with the best pairing of all – you and your dad.

Fully stocked bar

• We have a fully stocked bar with some amazing wines to polish off your evening, additional drinks can be purchased using card or cash – see our beverages list for details

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 successful bakery in Hale, 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:

Lunch will be provided in the way of sourdough bread along with meats and cheeses and coffee on arrival

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 one of our bannetton’s

What you need to Bring:

Either bring a bannetton or purchase one of ours on the day for £10. We have round ones, you can purchase an oval shape if you’d prefer. If you don’t want to purchase a bannetton you can bring a colander with a damp towel to take your dough home.

Skill Level: All Abilities

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Cooking Together events are the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class – sociable foodie fun.  One ticket is for 2 people and you will cook your meal together.

On this class we embrace the BBQ, so some cooking outside as well as the usual preparation, cooking and dining inside.  This is great fun and you will pick up tips and tricks for BBQing for your friends on a long summer’s evening or lunchtime.  Please note, if the weather isn’t suitable for a BBQ event, we may move the cooking indoors!

Enjoy canapés and a complementary glass of fizz on arrival, and Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips throughout.

Examples of what you might cook:

• Starter: Salmon en Papillote, Tacos, Elotes, 
• Main: Steak Chimichurri, Beef Koftas, Chive Dressing and Pineapple Salsa, Sweet Potato Wedges
• Dessert: Chef-made so you can relax and enjoy your meal.

Allergies and preferences available on request – just let us know in the notes when booking.

Complimentary Canapés and a glass of fizz on arrival (soft drinks also available), and the food you prepare. Copies of the recipes will be emailed afterwards. Most importantly, you don’t need to do the washing up; all the fun, none of the work.

Fully Stocked Bar

We have a fully stocked bar with some amazing wines, beers and spirits to enjoy during your evening. A range of soft drinks are also available. These can be purchased using card or cash.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Introduced in the early 1840’s afternoon tea was created to stem the hunger between an early breakfast and a late evening meal, it has since evolved into an inventive art-form with chef’s creating ever more interesting flavours and delicacies. In this class you will learn to bake an array of treats which you will enjoy eating in our dining room.

Typical Recipes: things might change due to availability 

• Scones
• Lemon posset
• Sucre Tortes
• Mini load cakes

What’s Included:

Tea/Coffee or soft drinks on arrival, all ingredients you need. You will sit down to eat at the end of the class and can take home any extra creations.

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

An incredible treat for all Steak Lovers – Cooking Together steak night is the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class – sociable foodie fun.  One ticket is for 2 people and you will cook your meal together.

Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips throughout. You will sit down to eat your meal in the company of others.

Examples of what you might cook: 

Vegetarian and dietary preferences available on request – just let us know in the notes when booking.

• Starters  –Scallops with a lime shallot butter
• Main – Fillet Steak, Pont Neuf Potatoes; Crispy Seasonal Greens; Bearnaise Sauce
• Pudding – Chef-made so you can relax and enjoy your meal.

What’s Included:

• Complimentary Canapés and drink on arrival.
• All ingredients and the food you prepare. You will sit down in our dining room to eat your meal.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Fully Stocked Bar

We have a fully stocked bar with some amazing wines, beers and spirits to enjoy during your evening. A range of soft drinks are also available. These can be purchased using card or cash.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Sauces are fundamental to any cook’s repertoire, they can form the basis of a huge range of dishes, in this class you will master sauces from around the world . During the class you will learn to make sauces from around the world, often considered tricky but easy to master when you know how.

Chef will demo the simpler sauces and you will create the ones considered to be trickier, chef will make a dish with one of the sauces for you to eat on the night. You will take home a sample of all the sauces that you and chef create – ready to use at home.

We can adapt to allergies and preferences – just let us know in the notes when booking.

Example Sauces – all will be delicious and easy to adapt and repeat.

• French – Hollandaise,  wine reduction, white sauce
• Italian – Puttanesca, rustic pesto
• Asian – Katsu Curry, coriander chutney, dipping sauce
• Mediterranean – Romesco, baba ganoush

What’s included:

Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create as you cook, bring suitable containers to take home your creations.
We provide all ingredients, copies of the recipes emailed to you after the class.
The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Fully Stocked Bar:
We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Vegan Cooking opens the door to a vast array of dishes, cooking styles and techniques and most importantly fantastic flavours!  It’s such an huge area of cookery, it becomes a little daunting.  This class will look at three different curries from around the world – Sri Lankan, Japanese and Indian – which will give you a wealth of knowledge to enjoy a delicious plant based diet.

What’s included:

Glass of prosecco, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create as you cook or take it home – take home left overs – bring suitable containers!

We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits and soft drinks to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using card or cash.

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

• Layered Mousse Cake
• Chocolate bread & butter pudding
• Chocolate brownie Pudding with sea salt, caramel, tea & figs
• Chocolate fudge cake
• Chocolate Mud Cake
• Rocky Road Brownies
• Chocolate Ganache tarts

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.
• We have basic takeaway containers, however you are welcome to bring your own.
• 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
• Daisy
• Chrysanthemum
• Tulip

What’s included:

• Tea & Coffee on arrival and refreshments throughout the day.
• Light lunch with something sweet for dessert.
• 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

Many of us love fish, rarely cook it at home or stick to the same recipes.  We look at 3 ways of cooking different types of fish. during the class you’ll discuss different types of fish and how to embrace your local fishmonger, they do the dirty work so you can concentrate on preparing delicious healthy meals.

What you will Learn:

Be confident with fish; embrace your fishmonger; what to ask; what to look for.  3 different cookery styles to help you vary your dishes.

Examples of what you’ll cook

• Stuffed Mackerel with Salsa Verde
• Hake with parmesan panko crumb & crushed potato cakes
• Cod Loin with Tomato Sauce

What’s included:

Glass of prosecco, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create throughout the class and any leftovers can be taken home if you bring suitable containers. Food Sorcery can’t take responsibility for any food taken away from the cookery school.

We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits and soft drinks to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using card or cash.

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

Few activities provide such gratification as baking – spend the day discovering how to make the most delicious classic patisserie treats with Victoria Richardson.

Victoria is the former tutor of ‘Slatterys School of Excellence’ a trained chef, pastry chef, confectioner, cake designer and chocolatier. She has a vast amount of knowledge and shares her skills in such a way that you cannot help but be as enthusiastic as she is.

Examples of what you might make: (we’ll select the best on the day, so we might surprise you!)

• Sable Breton with raspberry’s, butter sables filled with creme patisserie and raspberries.
• Pate au choux craquelin eclairs, lemon & blueberry filled craquelin topped pate au choux.
• Tarte aux pommes, crisp sweet pate sucre, the classic glazed apple tart.
• Macaron

You will make at least three different dishes and Victoria will demonstrate additional items. You will leave with plenty to take home and the knowledge to create classic treats at home.

What’s included:

• Tea/coffee or soft drink on arrival and refreshments throughout the day, along with all the ingredients. A light lunch will be served, and you will take home your tasty treats.
• We have simple takeaway containers, although feel free to bring your own Tupperware!
• We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks – additional beverages can be purchased using card or cash.
• 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

Making bread at home is both a treat and a satisfying experience.  We have arranged this Introduction to Bread Making to demonstrate how versatile the skills are – this is a really hands-on class and you will make a variety of different breads during the day.

We are thrilled to be working with baker Steph Clubb for this class, she has a wealth of experience in bread making and teaching – you’ll leave armed with the knowledge and expertise to bake more.

Starting with a coffee, we will demonstrate and you will make an enriched dough – this will prove and become a brioche style bun – Tangzhong burger bun.

Your main dough will prove over lunch time and during the afternoon session, you will use this to make a traditional loaf and bagels.  If there is time, Steph will demo something lovely to accompany your bake!

What’s included:

Coffee on arrival, all ingredients you need.  A light lunch will be provided.

You will take home bagels, traditional loaf and Tangzong.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Spend quality time with your child/teen baking glorious cakes and bakes. Victoria

See additional options in the basket if you would like to add an additional adult or child – you will work as a three at one workstation.

Bakes you might make:

• Brownie Tray Bake
• Scones
• Millionaires cake

This class is about spending time with your child by doing an activity which requires working as a team.   You will be so pleased with your bakes and be able to show off your skills again and again!

What’s included:

Refreshments throughout the class and take your tasty bakes home.

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

Spend quality time with your child/teen baking glorious cakes and bakes. This class is about spending time with your child by doing an activity which requires working as a team.   You will be so pleased with your bakes and be able to show off your skills again and again!

Victoria is the former tutor of ‘Slatterys School of Excellence’ a trained chef, pastry chef, confectioner, cake designer and chocolatier. She has a vast amount of knowledge and shares her skills in such a way that you cannot help but be as enthusiastic as she is.

What you might cook: (we’ll select the best for the day, so we might surprise you!)

• Swiss Roll – mixing, rolling and decorating
• Scones – the perfect afternoon tea delight!
• Crinkle Cookies

This class is about spending time with your child by doing an activity which requires working as a team. You will be so pleased with your bakes and be able to show off your skills again and again!

What’s included:

• Tea/coffee or soft drink on arrival and refreshments throughout the day, along with all the ingredients. A light lunch will be served, and you will take home your tasty treats.
• We have simple takeaway containers, although feel free to bring your own Tupperware!
• We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks – additional beverages can be purchased using card or cash.
• 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

See additional options in the basket if you would like to add an additional adult or child – you will work as a three at one workstation.

A chance to explore the wonderful flavours and aromas of the Middle East with a range of vegetarian and plant based recipes… For those looking to reduce the amount of meat in their diet, this class is a great introduction focusing on flavours that work brilliantly with Vegetarian food, easily adaptable to a Vegan diet – just let us know in the notes when booking.

What you will learn

• Chef will demo three different dishes which you will re create and then enjoy eating as you cook.
• All recipes are repeatable and adaptable so the skills you learn can be used to create dishes at home.
• Tips and Tricks to cook delicious plant based food.

What’s included:

• Glass of Prosecco, beer or soft drink on arrival. We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits and soft drinks to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using card or cash.
• All ingredients supplied, you will eat as you cook and then take home any extra, we have basic take away containers or bring your own.
• 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

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Having originated in Seattle’s Espresso Vivace coffee shop in the late 80’s and early 90’s, there is something about latte art that makes sipping your perfect brew that much more satisfying! Just like a snowflake or fingerprint, the design is unique to the barista, join Gavin, our barista of over 20 years for a workshop learning the skills to create your own little piece of microfoam magic.

Suitable for people working in the hospitality industry as well as home coffee lovers wanting to take their skills to the next level.

Skills you will Learn:

• Steaming and Stretching milk
• Solid heart, Tulips, Rosetta’s etc…
• Plenty of time to practice your skills

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

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.

Allergies and dietary requirements can be catered for if we know in advance.

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. Enjoy the food you create as you cook, bring suitable containers to take home your creations.
We provide all ingredients, copies of the recipes emailed to you after the class.
The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Fully Stocked Bar:
We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Spruce up your cakes by learning the art of sugar paste figurines. This workshop is perfect for home bakers looking for a new challenge, or professional bakers needing to hone their sugar craft skills.

You will Learn how to:

• Split, fill and crumb coat a pre-made 6” round sponge cake.
• Cover a cake with sugar paste for a flawless, smooth finish.
• Ice and prepare the cake drum/board to give your cake a professional look.
• Modelling skills to create a bear on a cake with complimentary decorations.

What’s included:

• Tea & Coffee on arrival and refreshments throughout the day.
• Light lunch with something sweet for dessert.
• 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

An incredible treat for all Steak Lovers – Cooking Together steak night is the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class – sociable foodie fun.  One ticket is for 2 people and you will cook your meal together.

Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips throughout. You will sit down to eat your meal in the company of others.

Examples of what you might cook: 

Vegetarian and dietary preferences available on request – just let us know in the notes when booking.

• Starters  –Scallops with a lime shallot butter
• Main – Fillet Steak, Pont Neuf Potatoes; Crispy Seasonal Greens; Bearnaise Sauce
• Pudding – Chef-made so you can relax and enjoy your meal.

What’s Included:

• Complimentary Canapés and drink on arrival.
• All ingredients and the food you prepare. You will sit down in our dining room to eat your meal.
• Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
• The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Fully Stocked Bar

We have a fully stocked bar with some amazing wines, beers and spirits to enjoy during your evening. A range of soft drinks are also available. These can be purchased using card or cash.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Spend quality time with your child/teen baking glorious cakes and bakes. Victoria

See additional options in the basket if you would like to add an additional adult or child – you will work as a three at one workstation.

Bakes you might make:

• Brownie Tray Bake
• Scones
• Millionaires cake

This class is about spending time with your child by doing an activity which requires working as a team.   You will be so pleased with your bakes and be able to show off your skills again and again!

What’s included:

Refreshments throughout the class and take your tasty bakes home.

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

Spend quality time with your child/teen baking glorious cakes and bakes. This class is about spending time with your child by doing an activity which requires working as a team.   You will be so pleased with your bakes and be able to show off your skills again and again!

Victoria is the former tutor of ‘Slatterys School of Excellence’ a trained chef, pastry chef, confectioner, cake designer and chocolatier. She has a vast amount of knowledge and shares her skills in such a way that you cannot help but be as enthusiastic as she is.

What you might cook: (we’ll select the best for the day, so we might surprise you!)

• Swiss Roll – mixing, rolling and decorating
• Scones – the perfect afternoon tea delight!
• Crinkle Cookies

This class is about spending time with your child by doing an activity which requires working as a team. You will be so pleased with your bakes and be able to show off your skills again and again!

What’s included:

• Tea/coffee or soft drink on arrival and refreshments throughout the day, along with all the ingredients. A light lunch will be served, and you will take home your tasty treats.
• We have simple takeaway containers, although feel free to bring your own Tupperware!
• We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks – additional beverages can be purchased using card or cash.
• 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

See additional options in the basket if you would like to add an additional adult or child – you will work as a three at one workstation.

Pies are the ultimate in comfort food, and the success of a pie starts with perfect pastry.  Did you know that a pie has a filling that is already cooked and with a pasty the filling cooks in its pastry parcel….

Examples of what you will learn:

• Traditional Cornish Pasty
• How to make the perfect hand raised pork pie
• Traditional Apple Pie

This class will concentrate on the do’s and don’ts for pie fillings and how to perfect a pasty. Once you’ve perfected these, there will be no limit to your pie creations – take your creations and your new skills home in time for dinner!

What’s included:

Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create as you cook, any leftovers can be taken home – bring suitable containers!

We provide all ingredients and can cater to most dietary needs, please tell us in the notes when booking. Copies of the recipes emailed to you after the class.

The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Fully Stocked Bar:

We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.

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 successful bakery in Hale, 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:

Lunch will be provided in the way of sourdough bread along with meats and cheeses and coffee on arrival

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 one of our bannetton’s

What you need to Bring:

Either bring a bannetton or purchase one of ours on the day for £10. We have round ones, you can purchase an oval shape if you’d prefer. If you don’t want to purchase a bannetton you can bring a colander with a damp towel to take your dough home.

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 with something sweet for dessert.
• 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

You only need a few basic cooking skills to open up a world of food possibilities. This class is aimed at those who want to steer clear of the takeaways without giving up their foodie favourites, those leaving home or want to get inspiration in the kitchen to cook from scratch.

You will learn to cook three dishes suitable for you, friends or the whole family to enjoy.

Example Menu – all will be delicious and easily repeatable with simple ingredients.

We can adapt to allergies and preferences – just let us know in the notes when booking.

• Katsu Curry, Kofta’s, Indian curry
• Ultimate Burger with sides
• Korean Bibimbap, Mexican Taco’s

What’s included:

• Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival.
• Enjoy the food you create as you cook and take the rest home.
• We have basic containers to take food home, feel free to bring your own.
  We provide all ingredients, copies of the recipes emailed to you after the class.
  The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Fully Stocked Bar:
We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.

Skills you will learn 

• Tempering
• Spun chocolate
• Creating chocolate Cups
• Ganache
• Hand Piping

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. We have basic takeaway containers, however you are welcome to bring your own.
• 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…..

This is a very hands on and social experience, a great gift or treat to self.

Our expert chef Jason, will share his knowledge of what to look for when buying steak, the different cuts of meat, ways to cook steak, the right oils to use as well as optimum cooking times and temperatures.

He will teach you how to produce two types of sauce and a variety of sides

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:

• Sauces (2-3) peppercorn, béarnaise
• Perfect chips
• Stuffed mushrooms
• Roasted tomatoes

What’s included:

Refreshments and of course Steak for lunch!

Skill Level: All Abilities

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

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. In this class you’ll get inspiration in the kitchen and kickstart your love of creating mid week meals. You will learn to cook three dishes suitable for you, friends or the whole family to enjoy.

We can adapt to allergies and preferences – just let us know in the notes when booking.

Example Menu – all will be delicious and easily repeatable with simple ingredients.

• Ultimate Burgers with all the sides
• Hit n Run tray baked chicken
• Mexican Taco’s with all the trimmings.

What’s included:

Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create as you cook, bring suitable containers to take home your creations.
We provide all ingredients, copies of the recipes emailed to you after the class.
The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Fully Stocked Bar:
We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Gujarati vegetarian cuisine originates from Western India and is typically served as a thali, which literally means ‘full plate of food’, the dishes cooked are all vegetarian, distinctively sweet, salty, and spicy simultaneously and usually contain roti, dhal and rice.

Nina, being Gujarati herself, has eaten this food all her life and has learnt to cook it through generations of teachings from aunties, grandmothers and her mother. This vegetarian class has unique flavours that will not disappoint.  Nina will introduce curries that many will not have tried before and variations of the firm favourites, like dhals and chapatis. Be prepared to try something different.

What’s included:

Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, any leftovers can be taken home – bring suitable containers!

We provide all ingredients and can cater to most dietary needs, please tell us in the notes when booking. Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.

The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Fully Stocked Bar:

We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Enjoy an artisan bread making day with Steph Clubb, this is a technique-based class where you will create specialist breads from around the world. The day is suited to home bakers who want to refine their skills and learn the versatility of dough.

Steph has been teaching fantastic bread classes at Food Sorcery, we are thrilled to offer this artisan class that complements her Tangzhong, bagels and traditional loaf class perfectly – If you enjoyed her last class, you’ll love this one.

Techniques you will learn:

• Platting
• Slicing
• Stretching
• Enriched dough

Breads you might make on the class:

• Swiss Zopf – using enriched dough
• Italian Drago con Coda – dragon tail bread
• French Tabatiere (snuff box) loaf using a overnight pre ferment

What’s included:

Tea, Coffee or soft drink on arrival, all the ingredients and equipment you need. A light lunch will be provided and refreshments available all day.

Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class, and you get to take your tasty bakes home.

The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Skill Level – All Abilities

Many of us love fish, but rarely cook it at home.  A perfect blend of demo and hands on skill, during this class, our chef will guide you through 3-4 different fish dishes to ensure you have the confidence to prepare at home.  As the dishes are ready, we eat as they are piping hot.  Some dishes will be individually prepared, some of the larger fish will be shared.

Some examples of what you might cook:

• • Basic Filleting with Mackerel; Sea Bass; Trout
  • Cooking En Papillote
  • Flat Fish – Lemon Sole, Plaice
  • Sauces and sides that compliment
  • How to best use your fishmonger – how to tell fish is fresh

What’s included:

Glass of fizz, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, all leftovers can be taken home – bring suitable containers!

We provide all ingredients, copies of the recipes emailed to you after the class.

The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!

Fully Stocked Bar:

We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits, soft drinks and cocktails to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using cash or card.

Skill Level: All Abilities

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Having originated in Seattle’s Espresso Vivace coffee shop in the late 80’s and early 90’s, there is something about latte art that makes sipping your perfect brew that much more satisfying! Just like a snowflake or fingerprint, the design is unique to the barista, join Gavin, our barista of over 20 years for a workshop learning the skills to create your own little piece of microfoam magic.

Suitable for people working in the hospitality industry as well as home coffee lovers wanting to take their skills to the next level.

Skills you will Learn:

• Steaming and Stretching milk
• Solid heart, Tulips, Rosetta’s etc…
• Plenty of time to practice your skills

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities

Spend quality time with your child/teen baking glorious cakes and bakes. Victoria

See additional options in the basket if you would like to add an additional adult or child – you will work as a three at one workstation.

Bakes you might make:

• Brownie Tray Bake
• Scones
• Millionaires cake

This class is about spending time with your child by doing an activity which requires working as a team.   You will be so pleased with your bakes and be able to show off your skills again and again!

What’s included:

Refreshments throughout the class and take your tasty bakes home.

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

Cooking Together events are the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class – sociable foodie fun.  One ticket is for 2 people and you will cook your meal together. Our menus usually contain fish or meat but we can cater for vegetarian, vegan and allergy options, please advise in the notes when booking.

Enjoy canapés and a complementary glass of fizz on arrival, and Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips throughout.

Cooking Together events can be exclusive for groups of friends or family – if you have something in mind, get in touch.

Examples of what you might cook:

Please feel free to make requests in advance of the event. Ingredients are seasonal and locally sourced. Allergies, vegan/vegetarian options always available on request – just let us know in the notes when booking.

• Starters  –Scallops with a lime shallot butter
• Main – Fillet Steak, Pont Neuf Potatoes; Crispy Seasonal Greens; Bearnaise Sauce
• Pudding – Chef-made so you can relax and enjoy your meal.

Allergies, vegan/vegetarian options always available on request – just let us know in the notes when booking.

What’s included:

Complimentary Canapés and a glass of fizz on arrival (soft drinks also available), and the food you prepare. Copies of the recipes will be emailed afterwards. Most importantly, you don’t need to do the washing up; all the fun, none of the work.

Fully Stocked Bar

We have a fully stocked bar with some amazing wines, beers and spirits to enjoy during your evening. A range of soft drinks are also available. These can be purchased using card or cash.

Skill Level: All Abilities

Flatbreads originate from all corners of the world and are the earliest known form of breads. Our ingenious ancestors developed methods and improvised tools to create a staple to compliment their diet. Flatbreads are quick and easy with no need to wait for the dough to rise – perfect for a midweek meal.

Learn 3 different techniques that you can use to make many different flatbreads, how to add flavour into your breads and what toppings can accompany them.

Examples of what you might cook:

• Paratha – Indian Flatbread filled with flavoursome spices
• Khobz Flatbread – Eaten along side meals like tagine, perfect with toppings like Zaatar
• Roti – Jamaican Roti, perfect as a base for this spicy cuisine
• Focaccia (Demo) – Italian Flatbread

What’s included:

• Tea & Coffee on arrival and refreshments throughout the day.
• Light lunch will be served.
• You will take home your flatbreads, please bring suitable 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

Many of us love fish, rarely cook it at home or stick to the same recipes.  We look at 3 ways of cooking different types of fish. during the class you’ll discuss different types of fish and how to embrace your local fishmonger, they do the dirty work so you can concentrate on preparing delicious healthy meals.

What you will Learn:

Be confident with fish; embrace your fishmonger; what to ask; what to look for.  3 different cookery styles to help you vary your dishes.

Examples of what you’ll cook

• Stuffed Mackerel with Salsa Verde
• Hake with parmesan panko crumb & crushed potato cakes
• Cod Loin with Tomato Sauce

What’s included:

Glass of prosecco, beer or soft drink on arrival. Enjoy the food you create throughout the class and any leftovers can be taken home if you bring suitable containers. Food Sorcery can’t take responsibility for any food taken away from the cookery school.

We have a great bar with some amazing wines, beers, a range spirits and soft drinks to enjoy – additional beverages can be purchased using card or cash.

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 French and fine dining are undeniably linked – elegant desserts with quality ingredients make French cuisine great for occasions where you want to impress, but there are also simple classics that can show-case your skills with minimal fuss.

What you might make:

•   Traditional French Apple Tart
•   Profiteroles
•   Citron Curd Tart

What’s Included:

Coffee on arrival, all ingredients you need.  Lunch will be provided and served with your delicious French treats for dessert! Take home the rest of your creations

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

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities

If you are a coffee lover and get a buzz out of coffee, then this is perfect for you! You will learn some fun facts and even a little bit of science about your favourite drink from Gavin, who has been a professional barista for over 20 years.

He will explain the differences in techniques used to make the perfect coffee, advise you on what will work best for you at home and even how to use all the kit that you bought and have tucked away in the back of the cupboard.

There will be plenty of opportunity to practise your skills and Gavin will demo latte art for you to practice at home.

Skills you will Learn:

• Making the perfect cup of coffee at home
• The science behind your favourite drink – temperature, filtering etc
• How to use the kit that you will need
• Grinding beans versus pre ground
• How to steam milk without spending £’000s
• Demo of Latte art

What’s included:

Lots of coffee and some nibbles!

Skill Level: All Abilities