Cooking Made Simple: Essential Dishes for Beginners – 28th March 2026

Experience the joy of cooking from scratch with our Beginners Cookery Class—a relaxed and supportive introduction to essential kitchen skills and classic dishes. Guided by our expert chefs, you’ll discover a menu that is simple, delicious, and designed to build your confidence, giving you the foundations to cook with ease at home.

You’ll begin with the light and comforting flavours of Asian Chicken and Noodle Broth, a dish full of freshness and balance. Then, move on to mastering Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca, an Italian classic with bold, vibrant tastes. You’ll also learn how to create a complete One Pan Roast Chicken Dinner, the perfect go-to for effortless everyday cooking, before finishing with Rosemary Focaccia, a soft, golden bread that will become a staple in your kitchen.

The day begins with coffee and a relaxed chat with your chef, where you’ll hear about the dishes you’ll be making. Then it’s into the kitchen for a mix of demonstrations and hands-on cookery, where you’ll chop, knead, season, and roast your way to a delicious spread.

At the heart of our classes is a focus on cooking techniques rather than just following recipes. You’ll work together with fellow food lovers in a warm and welcoming kitchen environment, building your skills with every dish you create. For some elements, we’ll prep a few things in advance so you can focus on the most rewarding parts of the process.

We don’t hand out recipes during the class so you can fully enjoy the experience, but we’ll send you a complete recipe pack by email afterwards. Our chefs are always happy to answer any questions during or after your class.

There will be a short break for lunch where you’ll head to the dining room to enjoy your culinary creations with a glass of wine or a soft drink.

If you’d like to take home any extras, please bring suitable containers. Please note – we are unable to accept responsibility or liability for food taken out of the cookery school.

Sample Menu:

• Asian Chicken and Noodle Broth
• Spaghetti Alla Puttanesca
• One Pan Roast Chicken Dinner
• Rosemary Focaccia

Important Information

Time:
10am – 3pm

When to arrive:
Please arrive 10 minutes early. On arrival, you’ll be welcomed in our coffee lounge and meet your chef to chat about the day ahead.

What to wear:
Please wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe, non-slip shoes. Aprons will be provided.

What to bring:
All equipment and ingredients are provided. If you wish to take any food home, please bring suitable containers. Please note – we are unable to accept responsibility or liability for food taken out of the cookery school.