Discover the art of homemade cheesemaking on these fun three-hour courses in Essex, hosted by Ann Hood’s Smart School. Alongside crafting a selection of delicious cheeses, you will also make artisan bread and tasty accompaniments to enjoy during the session. These hands-on classes prove you don’t need specialist equipment or years of experience to create fresh cheeses at home. Working in a professional kitchen, you’ll learn the key stages of soft cheese production, from selecting quality milk to mastering temperatures and textures. Depending on the session, you could make creamy Mozzarella, versatile Ricotta or traditional Indian Paneer, along with flavoured soft cheeses blended with herbs, chilli and other ingredients. You may even create delicious goat’s cheese varieties too. You will also discover how leftover whey can be used in artisan bread making and prepare a homemade chutney to perfectly complement your cheeses. Relaxed, sociable and full of flavour, these cheesemaking courses are ideal for anyone looking to learn new kitchen skills while enjoying plenty of delicious nibbles along the way.
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Overview
- Enjoy a 3 Hour introduction to cheese and bread-making class
- Learn the art of making your own cheese, including Mozzarella, Ricotta, and more!
- Your class is hosted by professional chefs
- Equipment provided on the day
- This voucher is valid for One person
What's Included
- A three-hour introduction to cheese and bread making
- Welcome and introduction to the kitchen
- Learn the art of making your own cheese, including Mozzarella, Ricotta, Soft cheese with chives and chilli, Paneer and Goat's cheese
- An explanation on how to develop into the next step of making hard cheese and making lots of bread with the whey
- Hosted by professional chefs
- All equipment required will be provided on the day
- The recipes you create will be emailed to you within 24 hours after you have completed your class
- You will form part of a group of up to 16 people
Suitable For
- Minimum age 18
- Suitable for vegetarians
Availability
- Weekdays and weekends throughout the year, subject to availability
Location:
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 18 years
Anything Else
- Refreshments are available to purchase on site
- Some menu variations can happen if the produce is not available on the day
- There is a dietary requirements box on the booking form when booking your date for those requesting vegetarian, gluten free etc-chef will provide a suitable replacement
- This is an educational lesson, and as the clients prepare and cook, taster portions are served for you to practice at home
- This experience is not suitable for spectators
How the Voucher Works
- Purchase the voucher online
- Receive your e-voucher or gift pack
- Redeem online to select location and date
- Enjoy your experience
