Learn to Cook : Skills for life

The Mekong River is located in South East Asia and stretches across six countries: China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. You will explore Thai, Vietnamese and Malay-style curries, discovering what makes each one distinctive and how to balance aromatic, sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavours.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll learn how to build flavour, use unfamiliar ingredients with confidence and adapt what you’ve learnt to create different dishes at home.

Taste the curries as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave with useful techniques and plenty of new ideas.

Discover the different flavours, spices and cooking styles behind curries from around the world. From Sri Lankan and Indian curries to the milder flavours of Japan, you’ll explore what makes each one distinctive and learn how to use spices with confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, this class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare a selection of dishes, picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

Enjoy the food as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave ready to make more of your spice cupboard.

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.

Example dishes: For allergies & dietaries 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:

• Complimentary 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

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.

Example dishes: For allergies & dietaries 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 with Nigella Seeds

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 Mekong River is located in South East Asia and stretches across six countries: China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. You will explore Thai, Vietnamese and Malay-style curries, discovering what makes each one distinctive and how to balance aromatic, sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavours.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll learn how to build flavour, use unfamiliar ingredients with confidence and adapt what you’ve learnt to create different dishes at home.

Taste the curries as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave with useful techniques and plenty of new ideas.

Step into the rich and aromatic world of Indian cooking with this hands-on class dedicated to curries. You’ll learn how to balance spices, layer flavours, and create authentic dishes that go far beyond the takeaway. Guided by our chef, you’ll cook a variety of curries from across India – from creamy, comforting classics to fiery regional favourites – along with the accompaniments that bring them to life.

Whether you’re new to Indian cuisine or looking to expand your repertoire, you’ll take away the skills and confidence to recreate these dishes at home, impressing family and friends with meals full of depth and tradition.

Example dishes: For allergies & dietaries let us know in the booking notes.

• Chicken Biryani – One pot dish from Southern India, slow cooked to be tender and aromatic
• Black Dahl – Learn to layer up flavours and roast spices in one of Indian’s most popular dishes
• Prawn Balti – learn stir-fry style techniques, spice balancing, and creating a rich sauce from scratch.
• Chapati (Demo) – A soft, unleavened Indian flatbread, perfect for scooping up curries and sauces.
• Green Chutney (Demo) – Delicious accompaniment to your dishes

What’s included:

• Complimentary 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

Sauces are the backbone of every great dish, and in this class you’ll discover how easy they are to master. Learn to make classic and international sauces, from everyday favourites to those often thought tricky—but simple once you know the techniques.

Our chef will demonstrate the simpler sauces, while you get hands-on with the more challenging ones. You’ll also enjoy a dish prepared by the chef using one of the sauces, and take home samples of everything you create, ready to use in your own cooking.

Example Sauces. For allergies & dietaries, let us know in the booking notes

• Hollandaise/Béarnaise;
• Veloutè;
• Chorizo Arabiatta;
• Béchamel;

What’s included:

• Complimentary 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

Curries take many forms, with different spices, ingredients and cooking styles creating an incredible variety of flavours. In this class, you’ll explore curries from Sri Lanka, India and Japan, learn what makes each one distinctive and discover how to use your spice cupboard with more confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare each dish yourself picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

This extended class includes time to sit down and enjoy your dishes. You’ll also have plenty to take home and the confidence to recreate the dishes in your own kitchen.

Discover the different flavours, spices and cooking styles behind curries from around the world. From Sri Lankan and Indian curries to the milder flavours of Japan, you’ll explore what makes each one distinctive and learn how to use spices with confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, this class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare a selection of dishes, picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

Enjoy the food as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave ready to make more of your spice cupboard.

Discover the different flavours, spices and cooking styles behind curries from around the world. From Sri Lankan and Indian curries to the milder flavours of Japan, you’ll explore what makes each one distinctive and learn how to use spices with confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, this class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare a selection of dishes, picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

Enjoy the food as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave ready to make more of your spice cupboard.

Indian cooking is all about building layers of flavour and finding the right balance of spice, heat and richness. In this hands-on class, you’ll discover how aromatics, whole spices and ground spices work together to create deeply satisfying food.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll learn how to build flavour from the beginning, use spices with confidence and understand the techniques that make Indian cooking so varied and distinctive.

Enjoy the food as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave with useful skills and the confidence to bring more Indian flavours into your own kitchen.

Good knife skills make cooking quicker, easier and more enjoyable. In this practical class, you’ll learn how to choose the right knife for each job and use it safely and confidently.

Our chef will guide you through essential chopping, slicing and dicing techniques, showing you how to work accurately and efficiently. Suitable for all cooking abilities, there’s plenty of time to practise and ask questions as you build skills you’ll use every day.

Once the preparation is complete, you’ll use the ingredients you’ve chopped to make a selection of dishes. Enjoy the food as you cook and take any leftovers home.

Curries take many forms, with different spices, ingredients and cooking styles creating an incredible variety of flavours. In this class, you’ll explore curries from Sri Lanka, India and Japan, learn what makes each one distinctive and discover how to use your spice cupboard with more confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare each dish yourself picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

This extended class includes time to sit down and enjoy your dishes. You’ll also have plenty to take home and the confidence to recreate the dishes in your own kitchen.

The Mekong River is located in South East Asia and stretches across six countries: China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. You will explore Thai, Vietnamese and Malay-style curries, discovering what makes each one distinctive and how to balance aromatic, sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavours.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll learn how to build flavour, use unfamiliar ingredients with confidence and adapt what you’ve learnt to create different dishes at home.

Taste the curries as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave with useful techniques and plenty of new ideas.

Discover the different flavours, spices and cooking styles behind curries from around the world. From Sri Lankan and Indian curries to the milder flavours of Japan, you’ll explore what makes each one distinctive and learn how to use spices with confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, this class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare a selection of dishes, picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

Enjoy the food as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave ready to make more of your spice cupboard.

Sauces are the backbone of great cooking, and in this class you’ll discover just how easy they can be to master. Learn the essential techniques behind a range of classic and international sauces, from everyday favourites to those that might seem daunting—but are surprisingly simple once you know the secrets.

Our chef will demonstrate the simpler sauces, while you’ll get hands-on with some of the more challenging ones, building confidence as you go. You’ll also enjoy a delicious dish prepared by the chef, showcasing one of the sauces you’ve learned.

Best of all, you’ll take home samples of everything you make, ready to transform your own cooking into something truly special.

Curries take many forms, with different spices, ingredients and cooking styles creating an incredible variety of flavours. In this class, you’ll explore curries from Sri Lanka, India and Japan, learn what makes each one distinctive and discover how to use your spice cupboard with more confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare each dish yourself picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

This extended class includes time to sit down and enjoy your dishes. You’ll also have plenty to take home and the confidence to recreate the dishes in your own kitchen.

Discover the different flavours, spices and cooking styles behind curries from around the world. From Sri Lankan and Indian curries to the milder flavours of Japan, you’ll explore what makes each one distinctive and learn how to use spices with confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, this class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare a selection of dishes, picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

Enjoy the food as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave ready to make more of your spice cupboard.

Discover the different flavours, spices and cooking styles behind curries from around the world. From Sri Lankan and Indian curries to the milder flavours of Japan, you’ll explore what makes each one distinctive and learn how to use spices with confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, this class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare a selection of dishes, picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

Enjoy the food as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave ready to make more of your spice cupboard.

The Mekong River is located in South East Asia and stretches across six countries: China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. You will explore Thai, Vietnamese and Malay-style curries, discovering what makes each one distinctive and how to balance aromatic, sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavours.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll learn how to build flavour, use unfamiliar ingredients with confidence and adapt what you’ve learnt to create different dishes at home.

Taste the curries as you cook, take the rest of your creations home and leave with useful techniques and plenty of new ideas.

Curries take many forms, with different spices, ingredients and cooking styles creating an incredible variety of flavours. In this class, you’ll explore curries from Sri Lanka, India and Japan, learn what makes each one distinctive and discover how to use your spice cupboard with more confidence.

Suitable for all cooking abilities, the class combines chef demonstrations with plenty of hands-on cooking. You’ll prepare each dish yourself picking up useful tips and techniques along the way.

This extended class includes time to sit down and enjoy your dishes. You’ll also have plenty to take home and the confidence to recreate the dishes in your own kitchen.