1-Day Courses
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An opportunity to learn essential methods of cake making and baking along with more advanced techniques. Cover basic cake batters, vegetable-based cakes, sweet pastry, choux pastry and tart making.
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It doesn’t get more British than a roast on a Sunday, and now you can learn how the professionals do it! A step by step on how to make the most delicious Sunday roast.
This course will be taking place in the Autumn/Winter months - dates to be confirmed.
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Aromatic, lightly-prepared dishes are the signatures of Thai cuisine. No wonder it is so popular here – learn how to create authentic, aromatic Thai dishes using authentic ingredients. Learn how to make your very own green and red curry pastes.
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Have you ever wanted to learn to make your own bread and fill your kitchen with that fresh bread smell? This one-day course teaches you the basics of how to make that perfect loaf. Learn the tricks of the trade. Learn the basics.
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Our Plant Based Cookery Course will teach you how to prepare and cook an exciting range of nutritious and healthy vegetarian dishes. All the necessary ingredients and equipment are provided.
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Fermentation is the magical process of transforming a food product into something tastier, longer lasting and better for our health. It’s no coincidence that many of our favourite foods are made using fermentation techniques. Wine, cheese, beer and bread all contain complex flavour profiles which stimulate our palates and leave us wanting more. Fermenting at home allows us to experiment with these interesting flavours as well as preserving waste food and boosting our gut health. It’s no wonder fermentation is fast becoming a popular new hobby for food lovers.
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Our chef Jake will teach you all about his true passion – Italian cooking and, primarily, pasta. Join us for a masterclass in pasta making and be prepared for a hands-on and fun class.
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Tuscany, Florence, Milan, Amalfi, Sicily? Who doesn’t love a holiday in Italy? Now you can learn how to recreate those delicious dishes at home so you will always feel like you're on an Italian holiday! This class will take you on a journey around Italy and Sicily. Learn the different techniques of Italian food.
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For those beginning their journey in the kitchen. Our chefs can teach you how to remain calm and help you gain confidence in the kitchen.
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We are delighted to have Hari Ghotra teaching Indian cookery classes at The Abinger. Go on a 'tasting tour' of India. Indian for Everyone by Hari Ghotra provides 100 easy, healthy dishes the whole family will love and is available to purchase through Hari's website here.
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If you have completed our introduction to cookery, why not come along to learn some more delicious simple recipes. Our chefs can teach you how to remain calm and help you gain confidence in the kitchen.
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Conjure up the relaxed romance of dining at an authentic French restaurant with these simple, delicious dishes. On our Flavours of France Cookery Course, you will learn some mouth-watering, classic French dishes. Learn to cook classic bistro recipes from the different regions of France.
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Learn how to select and buy quality fish. Discover classic flavours and recipes to wow your dinner party guests.
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Rather than buying expensive pre-packaged portions of chicken, we will show you how to cook with the whole bird, including how to joint and use the different cuts to get the very most out of your chicken. We will use every part of the chicken including the bones to make a delicious stock. And even better, you'll be able to take your food home with you!
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'Dude Food’ is what it’s all about at the moment. Come and spend the day learning what’s ‘cool’ to cook now. Students are provided with all necessary ingredients and equipment.
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Do you feel panicked at the thought of entertaining? Do you want to add a few fail-safe, yet delicious, recipes to your repertoire that will impress your guests every time? Perfect your dinner party skills here.
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Do you want to bring a bit of magic to your table this Christmas? Then come along to our Christmas bread making and baking course to create some showstoppers. Learn different techniques and methods. Impress your friends and family.
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If you are looking to up your game in the kitchen, then this is the cooking course for you. Our chefs come with a wealth of knowledge and experience.
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Our basic butchery skills course will give you the confidence to not only cook meat beautifully but also experiment with different cuts of meat. Learn how and when to use specific cuts. Become equipped with a range of basic butchery skills.
This course will be taking place in the Autumn/Winter months - dates to be confirmed.
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Game season is about to get into full swing and we can’t wait! We are surrounded by excellent local suppliers of quality game. Open to cooks of all abilities.
This course will be taking place in the Autumn/Winter months - dates to be confirmed.
