If you love smoked food, this hands-on workshop is for you. Learn how to create rich, smoky flavours at home without expensive smokers or specialist kit, just simple, traditional techniques. You will discover how home smoking really works, whether you are preparing a whole batch or just a couple of duck breasts. It all comes down to the right preparation, salt, and quality ingredients like fish, seafood, or meat. Your host will show you how to use a simple smoking pouch, plus how brining, rubbing, or marinating helps build flavour before smoking. You will also explore different hardwood chips, such as oak and hickory, and why they’re essential for that deep, aromatic smoke. Oily fish and meats are ideal for absorbing smoke, giving you a rich, moreish flavour and incredible aroma. By the end of the session, you will have smoked and tasted your creations, often paired with a glass of sake. You will leave with the confidence to recreate delicious smoked dishes at home.
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Overview
- Learn how to smoke fish and meat
- Learn how to smoke fish and meat so you can replicate the process at home!
- Chicken, fish and sausages are on the menu
- Eat what you have smoked
- This voucher is valid for One person
What's Included
- Two-hour cookery course
- Learn how to home-smoke, without the gadgets
- Smoke, spice and cook delicious food shown on the 'Menu' section
- Enjoy eating your dishes
- You will form part of a group of up to 20 participants
Menu
Smoke and Spice Menu
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Smoked Trout Pate
Five Spice Chicken Wings
Paprika Sausages
Park Balls with Thai dipping sauce and wraps
Camembert
Smoked Aubergine Pate
Smoked Curried Cauliflower Puree with Crostini
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All served with a sticky coconut rice
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Suitable For
- Minimum age is 18
- Courses are not suitable if you have a nut allergy.
Restrictions
Minimum Age: 18 years
Anything Else
- Some menu variations can happen if 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., the 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
Availability
- Selected weekdays and weekends throughout the year
Locations:
- Essex, Chelmsford CM1 1GH
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
