Take your cooking skills to the next level with a five-hour chef masterclass at the Smart School of Cookery in Essex. Led by expert chefs, including former MasterChef contestant Ann Hood, these hands-on classes are designed to boost your confidence in the kitchen while teaching professional techniques you can recreate at home. Choose from a range of exciting masterclass themes, from vibrant tapas and authentic Italian dishes to intensive gourmet cooking and festive Christmas favourites. Whether you are perfecting sauces and pasta, mastering canapés or learning how to cook restaurant-quality dishes, each session is packed with practical tips, expert guidance and plenty of inspiration. Throughout the class, you will sharpen essential chef skills, discover insider tricks from the professionals and enjoy tasters along the way. Friendly, informative and suitable for all abilities, these immersive workshops are perfect for keen home cooks looking to expand their culinary repertoire. By the end of your masterclass, you will leave with new techniques, greater kitchen confidence and the skills to impress family and friends with delicious homemade dishes.
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Overview
- Enjoy a five-hour intensive chef skills masterclass with hands-on tuition
- Learn key preparation methods, knife techniques and professional cooking skills
- Tuck into delicious tasters served throughout the session
- Choose from four exciting masterclass menus (see menu tab for details)
- This voucher is valid for One person
What's Included
- Enjoy a five-hour hands-on intensive chef skill masterclass
- Learn essential preparation techniques and knife skills
- Use the skills you learn by boning meat, filleting fish and cutting vegetables
- Learn about textures and flavours using the finest ingredients
- Tasters will be served to enjoy
- Choice of four masterclass menus to pick from (Please see menu tab)
- You will be joining a group of up to 16 guests on the day
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
- Spectators are not permitted
Suitable For
- Minimum age 18
- Courses are not suitable if you have a nut allergy
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 18 years
Menu
Intensive Masterclass Menu
Appetiser
Home Smoked Trout and Carpaccio of Salmon Timbale with Lime Cured Ribbons of Courgette
Starter
Crispy Skin Fillet of Sea Bream on Pernod Braised Fennel, Asparagus Shavings and a Parmesan Crisp
Main
Ballotine of Chicken Stuffed with Wild Mushrooms and Truffle, served with Pomme Mousseline, Basil and Rocket Puree Crispy Chicken Skin Drizzled with a Toasted Hazelnut Oil
Dessert
Oeufs a La Neige with a Caramel Cage
Appetiser Masterclass Menu
Appetiser of Peppered Seared Steak with a Wasabi Sauce on a Crispy Crostini
Crispy Flatbreads with Coco Bean Hummus and Oven Roasted Tomatoes
Langoustine Bisque with a Prawn Tortellini
Pan Roasted Duck Breast with Fondant Potatoes, Caramelised Baby Vegetables and a Blackcurrant Jus
Sous Vide Peaches with Pistachio and Olive Oil Cake, Peach Sorbet and a Peach Puree and Caramel Cages
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Italian Masterclass Menu
Homemade Mozzarella with Bruschetta
Seasonal Risotto
Fresh Linguine Carbonara
Tuscan Bean Stew with Sea Bass
Lasagne, Vegetable and Meat Options
Tortellini
Gnocchi
Lemon Tart and Zabaglione
Christmas Special Masterclass Menu
Canape
Mini Wild Mushroom and Truffle Arancini with a Mushroom Foam and Mushroom Dust
Starter
Seared Scallop with Pomegranate, Parsnip Puree and a Parsnip Crisp
Main
The Perfect Turkey including Bones, Rolled and Stuffed Whole Leg, Puree of Butternut with Sage, Crispy Sprouts and Parma Ham, Heavenly Roasties and Lyonnaise, Caramelised Baby Carrots with a Roasted Onion Jus
Dessert
Raspberry Mille Feuille with a Raspberry Coulis and Caramel Shards
Availability
- Weekdays and weekends throughout the year, subject to availability
- Morning and afternoon sessions are generally available
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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
