Fish Cookery Classes
We have fish cookery classes to help you introduce fish into your everyday cooking as well as for entertaining. We want to you embrace your local fishmonger (we use Evans of Didsbury) so you learn what to look and ask for.
Use the filter to choose a Cookery Class booked individually for a more in-depth learning or a Cooking Together booked as a pair for a sociable foodie experience.
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1 Ticket Per Person
Deansgate Square
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
Take your seafood skills to the next level in this hands-on masterclass dedicated to the preparation, cooking and enjoyment of some of the sea’s most prized ingredients.
Description
Take your seafood skills to the next level in this hands-on masterclass dedicated to the preparation, cooking and enjoyment of some of the sea’s most prized ingredients.
Many people enjoy shellfish and seafood in restaurants but are often unsure how to prepare it at home. In this immersive workshop, our chef will guide you through the essential techniques used by professionals to prepare and cook delicious shellfish dishes.
Combining demonstrations with plenty of practical cooking, you’ll learn how to handle a variety of seafood with confidence, understand what to look for when buying shellfish and discover cooking methods that bring out the very best flavours.
As each dish is completed, we’ll enjoy it together, fresh from the pan!
What You’ll Learn (please note seasonality and availablity will impact what ingredients are used)
- How to select and buy quality shellfish and seafood
- Oyster shucking techniques and safe handling
- Cleaning, debearding and preparing mussels
- De-veining, preparing and cooking prawns
- Seafood cooking techniques for maximum flavour and texture
- Sauces, dressings and accompaniments that enhance seafood dishes
On the Menu (sauces and fish may vary)
- Freshly Shucked Oysters
- Mussels
- Prepare & Cook King Prawns
- Crabcakes
- Scallops
What’s Included
- Complimentary drink on arrival, more beverages can be purchased from the bar
- All ingredients, equipment and tuition
- Delicious seafood dishes, enjoyed through class
- Recipe pack emailed after the event
- Expert chef guidance throughout
- The luxury of leaving the washing up to us
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1 Ticket for 2 People
Didsbury
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about great conversation and unwinding as it is about learning and dining—a perfect blend of meal out and a hands-on cookery class. We call it sociable
Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about great conversation and unwinding as it is about learning and dining—a perfect blend of meal out and a hands-on cookery class. We call it sociable foodie fun!
Each ticket is for two people, cooking the same meal together as a pair. Enjoy canapés and complimentary drink on arrival, before chef leads you through preparing your starter and main, sharing expert tips on cooking and presentation. Afterward, sit down in our dining area to savour your creation alongside fellow food lovers.
Example dishes:Â For allergies & dietaries let us know in the booking notes. You cook the same ingredients in your pair.
- Starter: Balsamic Glazed Octopus with Citrus Salad & Spiced Saffron Mayo
- Main: Pan Seared Halibut with Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce, Baby New Potatoes & Pea-shoots
- Dessert: Made by chefs so you can enjoy your meal
What’s included:
- A Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- Some drams of our favourite OP
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- 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
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1 Ticket Per Person
Didsbury
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
Fish is one of the most rewarding ingredients to cook. This hands-on masterclass is designed for food lovers who want to develop genuine fish preparation skills and learn
Description
Fish is one of the most rewarding ingredients to cook. This hands-on masterclass is designed for food lovers who want to develop genuine fish preparation skills and learn techniques used by professional chefs.
Working alongside our chef, you’ll prepare and cook a selection of seasonal fish dishes while learning how different species should be handled, prepared and cooked. The class combines expert demonstrations with plenty of hands-on practice, giving you the opportunity to work with both round and flat fish, develop your knife skills and understand the characteristics of different fish varieties.
As each dish is completed, we’ll eat it at its best, fresh from the kitchen, any extra can be taken home. Some dishes will be prepared individually, while larger fish will be worked on as a group, allowing everyone to experience a wider range of preparation techniques.
What You’ll Learn
- How to identify and select the freshest fish
- How to get the best from your fishmonger and what questions to ask
- Filleting techniques for both round and flat fish
- Fish preparation skills including trimming, pin-boning and portioning
- Professional cooking techniques for different types of fish
- Sauces, accompaniments and flavour pairings that complement fish
On the Menu
The menu varies according to seasonality and availability but may include:
- Don Ceviche
- Salmon Gravadlax
- Fish en Papillote
- Seasonal Flat Fish Preparation & Cooking
What’s Included
- Complimentary drink on arrival
- All ingredients, equipment and tuition, you will enjoy the dishes you make during the class and take home any extra
- Recipe pack emailed after the event
- Expert chef guidance throughout
- And, of course, we’ll take care of all the washing up
As an island nation, we are surrounded by some of the world’s finest seafood. From sustainable favourites such as mackerel and pollack to premium seasonal catches, this masterclass will help you understand, prepare and cook fish with the skill and precision it deserves.
Book Now
1 Ticket for 2 People
Deansgate Square
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about great conversation and unwinding as it is about learning and dining—a perfect blend of meal out and a hands-on cookery class. We call it sociable
Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about great conversation and unwinding as it is about learning and dining—a perfect blend of meal out and a hands-on cookery class. We call it sociable foodie fun!
Each ticket is for two people, cooking the same meal together as a pair. Enjoy canapés and complimentary drink on arrival, before chef leads you through preparing your starter and main, sharing expert tips on cooking and presentation. Afterward, sit down in our dining area to savour your creation alongside fellow food lovers.
Example dishes:Â For allergies & dietaries let us know in the booking notes. You cook the same ingredients in your pair.
- Starter: Balsamic Glazed Octopus with Citrus Salad & Spiced Saffron Mayo
- Main: Pan Seared Hake with Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce, Baby New Potatoes & Pea-shoots
- Dessert: Made by chefs so you can enjoy your meal
What’s included:
- Complimentary drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- Some drams of our favourite OP
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- 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
Book Now
1 Ticket for 2 People
Didsbury
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
Cooking Together Experiences are as much about relaxing and sharing good food as they are about learning to cook—the perfect blend of a meal out and hands-on cookery
Description
Cooking Together Experiences are as much about relaxing and sharing good food as they are about learning to cook—the perfect blend of a meal out and hands-on cookery class—what we call sociable foodie fun.
Each ticket is for two people, and you’ll cook together, sharing ingredients and equipment. If you have different dietary requirements, we’ll adapt the ingredients to suit you both—just let us know in the booking notes.
Suitable for all cooking abilities, our chef demonstrates and you recreate both starter and main with plenty of time to enjoy eating between courses. Our team serves dessert while you relax and chat in our sociable dining area.
Designed for all cooking abilities, you’ll leave with the confidence to recreate the meal at home – a new go-to favourite.
Example Dishes you will Make
Cooking Together - Fish Night
Starter: Balsamic-Glazed Octopus with Citrus Salad and Spiced Saffron Mayo
Main: Pan-Seared Hake with Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce, New Potatoes and Pea Shoots
Dessert: Prepared by the chef for you to enjoy.
Allergies & Dietary Preferences
Let us know in the Booking Notes
We are happy to adapt your ingredients for allergies and dietary requirements. Just let us know in the booking notes.
Our venues are multi-use spaces, so contact us about severe allergies.
Vegetarian, vegan, pescatarian, meat, halal and other options are available—just tell us what you need and we will have everything ready.
What's Included
Cooking Together Experiences
Enjoy a complimentary drink and nibbles on arrival, with additional drinks available to purchase from the bar.
All ingredients are provided. Once the cooking is complete, sit down and enjoy your meal with fellow guests in our dining area.
We’ll email you copies of the recipes after the class.
Best of all, we take care of the washing up!
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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1 Ticket Per Person
Didsbury
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
Many of us love eating fish, but rarely feel confident preparing it at home. This hands-on class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of practical experience, giving you the
Description
Many of us love eating fish, but rarely feel confident preparing it at home. This hands-on class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of practical experience, giving you the skills and confidence to cook delicious fish dishes in your own kitchen.
Throughout the class, our chef will guide you through 3–4 different fish dishes, sharing practical tips and techniques along the way. As each dish is prepared, we’ll sit down and enjoy it while it’s piping hot. Some dishes will be individually prepared, while larger fish and dishes will be shared.
By the end of the class, you’ll have learned a range of versatile techniques and recipes that you can easily recreate at home.
Example Dishes you will Make
Fish Preparation and Cooking
What You’ll Learn
Basic filleting techniques for both round and flat fish
How to choose and prepare fish for different dishes
Sauces and sides that complement a wide variety of fish
Cooking techniques to get the best flavour and texture from your fish
How to make the most of your fishmonger, including what to ask for and how to tell if fish is fresh
Practical tips for cooking fish at home with confidence
Example Dishes
Don Ceviche
Salmon Gravadlax
Fish En Papillote
What's Included
Cookery Classes
Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival, with additional drinks available to purchase from the bar.
All ingredients are provided. Enjoy your dishes as you cook and take any extras home—bring your own containers or use our simple ones.
We’ll email you copies of the recipes after the class.
Best of all, we take care of the washing up!
Book Now
1 Ticket Per Person
Didsbury
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
Take your seafood skills to the next level in this hands-on masterclass dedicated to the preparation, cooking and enjoyment of some of the sea’s most prized ingredients.
Description
Take your seafood skills to the next level in this hands-on masterclass dedicated to the preparation, cooking and enjoyment of some of the sea’s most prized ingredients.
Many people enjoy shellfish and seafood in restaurants but are often unsure how to prepare it at home. In this immersive workshop, our chef will guide you through the essential techniques used by professionals to prepare and cook delicious shellfish dishes.
Combining demonstrations with plenty of practical cooking, you’ll learn how to handle a variety of seafood with confidence, understand what to look for when buying shellfish and discover cooking methods that bring out the very best flavours.
As each dish is completed, we’ll enjoy it together, fresh from the pan!
What You’ll Learn (please note seasonality and availablity will impact what ingredients are used)
- How to select and buy quality shellfish and seafood
- Oyster shucking techniques and safe handling
- Cleaning, debearding and preparing mussels
- De-veining, preparing and cooking prawns
- Seafood cooking techniques for maximum flavour and texture
- Sauces, dressings and accompaniments that enhance seafood dishes
On the Menu (again sauces and fish may vary)
- Freshly Shucked Oysters
- Mussels
- Prepare & Cook King Prawns
- Crabcakes
- Scallops
What’s Included
- Complimentary drink on arrival, more beverages can be purchased from the bar
- All ingredients, equipment and tuition
- Delicious deafood dishes, enjoyed through class
- Recipe pack emailed after the event
- Expert chef guidance throughout
- The luxury of leaving the washing up to us
Book Now
1 Ticket Per Person
Didsbury
Wait list information
If this class is sold out, email lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to join the wait list.Description
Many of us love eating fish, but rarely feel confident preparing it at home. This hands-on class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of practical experience, giving you the
Description
Many of us love eating fish, but rarely feel confident preparing it at home. This hands-on class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of practical experience, giving you the skills and confidence to cook delicious fish dishes in your own kitchen.
Throughout the class, our chef will guide you through 3–4 different fish dishes, sharing practical tips and techniques along the way. As each dish is prepared, we’ll sit down and enjoy it while it’s piping hot. Some dishes will be individually prepared, while larger fish and dishes will be shared.
By the end of the class, you’ll have learned a range of versatile techniques and recipes that you can easily recreate at home.
Example Dishes you will Make
Fish Preparation and Cooking
What You’ll Learn
Basic filleting techniques for both round and flat fish
How to choose and prepare fish for different dishes
Sauces and sides that complement a wide variety of fish
Cooking techniques to get the best flavour and texture from your fish
How to make the most of your fishmonger, including what to ask for and how to tell if fish is fresh
Practical tips for cooking fish at home with confidence
Example Dishes
Don Ceviche
Salmon Gravadlax
Fish En Papillote
What's Included
Cookery Classes
Enjoy a complimentary drink on arrival, with additional drinks available to purchase from the bar.
All ingredients are provided. Enjoy your dishes as you cook and take any extras home—bring your own containers or use our simple ones.
We’ll email you copies of the recipes after the class.
Best of all, we take care of the washing up!
- Type of Class
Sociable Foodie Experience – The perfect blend of cookery class and meal out. Book and cook the same meal as a pair. Book as a Pair
Plenty of hands-on immersive learning. Book and cook/bake your own set of ingredients. You might share a workstation. Book Individually
