Upcoming Workshops
Marvellous Marmalade with Becky Longford
Becky Longford is our in house top preserver and Marmalade is her speciality. In fact 2017 she won Bronze at the Worlds Original Marmalade Awards, she will share with your her top hints and tips for a perfect preserve. As the Seville oranges begin their short season now is the time to make marmalade. Learning the necessary skills to make and set a perfect marmalade you will still have time to make a batch at home to last you through…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Taste of India
Sherri will share some exciting recipes from a trip to India with you. Here are some of her culinary experiences from this vibrant country. In this class you will learn how to blend your own spices, make your own ghee and delicious chai. Vegetable Samosas with Mango Chutney Onion Pakode with Taramind Chutney Lamb Seekh Kebabs with Cucumber and Pomegranate Raita Naan Bread Authentic Chicken Curry Prawn Dopiaza Chana Masala Saffron and Cardamom Rice Badu’s Fabulous Shrikhand Tea and coffee will…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Pizza from a Wood-Fired Oven with Michael Bonaccorsi
During this fun workshop we will master the art of the perfect Neapolitan Pizza. Using top-notch ingredients, we will prepare an Italian feast in the fabulous Earthstone wood-fired oven under the direction of Michael Bonaccorsi, Michael grew up in a Tuscan household and has cooked with his great friend Georgio Locatelli for many years, he is a trained Pizzaiolo chef. Assorted antipasti Grilled Spiced Prawns with Lemon and Garlic Peponi Gratinati (wood-fired roasted peppers with olives, capers and aged balsamic) Melanzane al…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Italian Sweet and Savoury Breads with Ursula Ferrigno
Come on a delicious bread journey. The smell the eating and the sharing is a fundamental part of an Italians day, there is simply nothing quite like it . We will be making Sardinian Carta Di Musica Pignola sweet orange and hazelnut breakfast bread The ultimate Foccacia from Liguria Panini Di patate potato bread rolls and more! The day will include a lovely lunch, refreshments and some wine!
Find Out More & Book Online »Taste of Mexico
Another popular workshop at The Mistley Kitchen. Sherri has travelled extensively throughout Mexico and will share with you authentic techniques for making flavour packed Mexican dishes with distinctly modern twists. In this hands on workshop you will also learn how to make your own corn and flour tortillas using a press or by hand, there will be lots of tips and techniques shared throughout the day. The workshop will finish with a fabulous meal of your own creation served…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Kids in the Kitchen Pasta (7-16yrs)
Pasta making is a simple pleasure and a real treat. This hands on workshop will teach the basics of making fresh pasta dough and a few simple, but elegant sauces. The children will then sit down and eat their own creation followed by a simple dessert. We supply everything needed for the day and kids will leave with the recipe sheets, a certificate and any leftovers! Please let us know the age of your child upon booking and please note any allergen and…
Find Out More & Book Online »Kids in the Kitchen Pizza (7-16yrs)
What would most kids eat everyday, if only they could? In this special workshop, kids become the masters at making basic dough and sauce, and then create their own pizza masterpieces. We will prepare different toppings and then finish up with an amazing dessert pizza. The group will mainly use our spectacular Earthstone wood-fired pizza oven and a conventional oven. They will then finish by sitting down for a lovely meal of their own creation followed by a simple dessert. Cold…
Find Out More & Book Online »Kids in the Kitchen Indian (age 7-16yrs) AM
A firm favourite with the kids they will learn to create dishes with the vibrant flavours from India. The children will enjoy the hands on workshop then sit down for a lovely lunch of their own creation followed by a simple dessert The kids will be making; Vegetable Samosa Mango & Coriander Chutney Chicken Curry Spiced Jeera Rice Naan Bread We supply everything needed for the day and kids will leave with the recipe sheets, a certificate and any leftovers! Please let…
Find Out More & Book Online »Kids in the Kitchen Mexican (7-16yrs) PM
Spice up your life with some Mexican Cooking! We will explore the different taste sensations from south of the border, such as: Cheese quesadillas with salsa Chicken and vegetable tacos with rice To finish a fresh pineapple upside-down cake. The session will conclude with a delicious late lunch that the children created for themselves. Cold drinks are provided throughout. We supply everything needed for the day and kids will leave with the recipe sheets, a certificate and any leftovers! Please let…
Find Out More & Book Online »Quick & Easy Thai
Complex flavours, simple techniques, what could be better? Using the freshest seasonal ingredients, we will prepare a delicious feast of Thai standards. This is one of our most popular workshops and is always great fun. Menu: Sate with Spicy Peanut Sauce Fresh Salad Rolls in Rice Paper Stir-Fried Prawns with Coriander and Basil Thai Fish Cakes with Cucumber Dip Pad Thai Classic Red Curry of Chicken with Jasmine Rice Fish Curry with Coconut Cream Coconut Crème Caramel The workshop concludes…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Italian Vegetarian with Ursula Ferrigno
Vegetables have a course entirely separate in Italy; that’s how important they are, it’s called Contorni. Let me show you some wonderful versatile ways that we enjoy vegetables in Italia. We will be making; Cauliflower from Amalfi Nonna Ferrigno Giambotta Bietole al forno Radicchio and borlotti insalata Potato and herb fritti and more! This hands on workshop will include a lunch of your own making with refreshments served throughout the day including wine!
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Indian Vegetarian
In this class you will learn how to blend your own spices, make your own ghee and delicious chai. this class you will learn how to blend your own spices, make your own ghee and delicious chai. Aloo Bonda, Spiced Potato Cakes in Chickpea Batter Mint and Coriander Chutney Pal Katti Porichattu, Spiced Paneer with Tomato Chutney Kayi Korma Curry, mixed vegetables with coconut, ginger and fresh curry leaves Kadala Curry, Chickpea and Potato Curry with tomato and tamarind Channa…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Vegetarian Cooking, Delicious Foods for a Healthier Planet with David Rizbaf
Why eating less meat is the best thing you can do for the planet in 2020! Eating meat has a hefty impact on the environment from fuelling climate change to polluting landscapes and waterways. Research has suggested that the biggest way to help the planet is to reduce the amount of meat you are eating especially beef and pork. This workshop teaches you some delicious and interesting recipes to make this less painless for yourself and for others. Even trying…
Find Out More & Book Online »Pasta Masterclass with Ursula Ferrigno
Ursula Ferrigno is passionate about Italian food and is masterful in her knowledge and making of pasta. Not only will you learn the essential techniques, you’ll also be introduced to the history behind fresh pasta and Ursula will show you how create different pasta shapes, matching them with perfectly paired sauces. Making you own pasta is deeply satisfying and the results are more than delicious and in this Masterclass you will learn the fundamental for preparing simple rolled pasta, as well as more…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Persian New Year with David Rizbaf
David has a background and passion for Persian cuisine. David has worked in London as a chef and joined our Mistley Thorn team in 2017. David comes from an Iranian Persian background on his father’s side and has developed a passion for encouraging the popularity and awareness of Persian cuisine, what it is and how delicious it can be. David’s father Mohsen Rizbaf was born in Tabriz in the north of Iran and moved to the UK when he was 15.…
Find Out More & Book Online »Make Your Own Breads, Rolls & Flatbreads with Sue Hudson
Suitable for all abilities we will be making some seriously spectacular breads; bread sticks stuffed with black and green olives, challah with chunky chocolate, tea bread with fruit and nuts, Jerusalem bagels, rolls with seedy toppings and family favourite tear and share monkey breads, either savoury or sweet. Sue Hudson has been teaching the skill of making bread by hand for many years, as a farmer and general “foodie” Sue became interested in bread soon recognising this could be much…
Find Out More & Book Online »Vegan Cooking with Sherri Singleton
Join Sherri Singleton for a world tour of big natural flavours. This is a great workshop for those who are committed or occasional vegans or for those who are thinking about the making positive changes in their diet. All recipes are made without refined sugar and most are gluten-free. The workshop will focus on various techniques and cover lots of great cooking tips and tricks. Recipes to follow… You will be welcomed with refreshments on arrival and we will then…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Tapas Sangria and Paella
Come and enjoy a feast of tapas and paella. One of our most requested workshops and certainly one of the tastiest. Learn the secrets of creating a fabulous paella after enjoying a wonderful spread of tapas. We will also have a tasting of Spanish cheeses, all washed down with Sherri’s famous sangria! Menu will consist of the following Gambas al Pil Pil Tortilla de Patata Mussels a la Plancha Roasted Garlic Mushrooms Paella with Chicken, Chorizo, Mussels, Fresh Fish &…
Find Out More & Book Online »Easter Breads with Sue Hudson
Start the run up to Easter and get ahead, with a dozen of your own golden raisin Hot X Buns, beautiful chocolate bread, special braided brioche, Russian Paska style sweet bread or cheesy herb and chive rolls. A selection of bread and rolls, all can be frozen in advance or eaten fresh from the oven. This workshop is suitable for complete novice bakers or those wanting to brush up on their skills and fill their bread bins! Sue Hudson has…
Find Out More & Book Online »Know Your Knife with Paul Bough from Zwilling
Refresh your knife skills in this demonstration-led workshop, Paul Bough, Zwilling J A Henckels’ in-house chef will show you how to chop, slice and dice seasonal fruits and vegetables like a pro. Paul will also teach you how to hone and sharpen your knife to keep it in tip top condition. We will be offering special deals on Zwilling Henckels knives, sharpeners and sets. Light refreshments will be available. Please note any allergen and dietary advice. We regret that we…
Find Out More & Book Online »Taste of India
Sherri will share some exciting recipes from a trip to India with you. Here are some of her culinary experiences from this vibrant country. In this class you will learn how to blend your own spices, make your own ghee and delicious chai. Vegetable Samosas with Mango Chutney Onion Pakode with Taramind Chutney Lamb Seekh Kebabs with Cucumber and Pomegranate Raita Naan Bread Authentic Chicken Curry Prawn Dopiaza Chana Masala Saffron and Cardamom Rice Badu’s Fabulous Shrikhand Tea and coffee will…
Find Out More & Book Online »Pasta Masterclass with Ursula Ferrigno
Ursula Ferrigno is passionate about Italian food and is masterful in her knowledge and making of pasta. Not only will you learn the essential techniques, you’ll also be introduced to the history behind fresh pasta and Ursula will show you how create different pasta shapes, matching them with perfectly paired sauces. Making you own pasta is deeply satisfying and the results are more than delicious and in this Masterclass you will learn the fundamental for preparing simple rolled pasta, as well as more…
Find Out More & Book Online »Beginners Pastry with Marcia Barrington
Does your pastry misbehave, crack and shrink after baking? Would you like to master the basics of fail-proof pastry? Then this class is for you. Starting with enriched shortcrust, you’ll begin the session by making seasonal asparagus tarts and pastry cases filled with local crab and saffron cream.Next, you’ll move on to make a sweet, freeform rhubarb and almond galette with ginger vanilla pastry. Then, master a new skill by making herb and goat’s cheese gougères, and finish the session…
Find Out More & Book Online »Taste of Mexico
Another popular workshop at The Mistley Kitchen. Sherri has travelled extensively throughout Mexico and will share with you authentic techniques for making flavour packed Mexican dishes with distinctly modern twists. In this hands on workshop you will also learn how to make your own corn and flour tortillas using a press or by hand, there will be lots of tips and techniques shared throughout the day. The workshop will finish with a fabulous meal of your own creation served…
Find Out More & Book Online »Vegan with Sherri Singleton
Join Sherri Singleton for a world tour of big natural flavours. This is a great workshop for those who are committed or occasional vegans or for those who are thinking about the making positive changes in their diet. All recipes are made without refined sugar and most are gluten-free. The workshop will focus on various techniques and cover lots of great cooking tips and tricks. Recipes to follow… You will be welcomed with refreshments on arrival and we will then…
Find Out More & Book Online »Indian Vegetarian
In this class you will learn how to blend your own spices, make your own ghee and delicious chai. Aloo Bonda, Spiced Potato Cakes in Chickpea Batter Mint and Coriander Chutney Pal Katti Porichattu, Spiced Paneer with Tomato Chutney Kayi Korma Curry, mixed vegetables with coconut, ginger and fresh curry leaves Kadala Curry, Chickpea and Potato Curry with tomato and tamarind Channa Dhal, Yellow lentils with garlic, ginger and chilli Saffron and Cardamom Rice Onion Chapati Duo of Sorbet,…
Find Out More & Book Online »Quick & East Thai with Sherri Singleton
Complex flavours, simple techniques, what could be better? Using the freshest seasonal ingredients, we will prepare a delicious feast of Thai standards. This is one of our most popular workshops and is always great fun. Menu: Sate with Spicy Peanut Sauce Fresh Salad Rolls in Rice Paper Stir-Fried Prawns with Coriander and Basil Thai Fish Cakes with Cucumber Dip Pad Thai Classic Red Curry of Chicken with Jasmine Rice Fish Curry with Coconut Cream Coconut Crème Caramel The workshop concludes…
Find Out More & Book Online »Quick and Easy Mezze with David Rizbaf
Mezze is a great basis for party food, appealing to even the pickiest of eaters. There is something for everybody, and a spread of mezze will look entrancing, full of colour with many tastes and textures. Best of all, most of the dishes can be made ahead of time for stress-free entertaining! MENU: Middle Eastern Focaccia Acili Ezme – Turkish Chilli Salad Basil Tabbouleh Aubergine Salad Sardine Croquettes Chargrilled Squid Mini Chicken Shawarmas A Middle Eastern dessert Please note any…
Find Out More & Book Online »A Taste of French Mediterranean with Marcia Barrington
Join Marcia on a culinary tour embracing some of the vibrant flavours of the French Mediterranean. In this masterclass, expect to fillet fresh fish and prepare colourful produce from the market. The menu on the day will comprise socca niçoisew artichokes and goat’s chèvre; Le Grand Aioli: a spread of sparkling vegetables, served with a little steamed seafood and fresh aioli; Sea Bass w sauce vierge, fennel and tapenade; Provençal tomatoes w soft herbs, breadcrumbs and anchovy; and to finish – Meringues…
Find Out More & Book Online »Pizza from a Wood-Fired Oven with Michael Bonaccorsi
During this fun workshop we will master the art of the perfect Neapolitan Pizza. Using top-notch ingredients, we will prepare an Italian feast in the fabulous Earthstone wood-fired oven under the direction of Michael Bonaccorsi, Michael grew up in a Tuscan household and has cooked with his great friend Georgio Locatelli for many years, he is a trained Pizzaiolo chef. Assorted antipasti Grilled Spiced Prawns with Lemon and Garlic Peponi Gratinati (wood-fired roasted peppers with olives, capers and aged balsamic) Melanzane al…
Find Out More & Book Online »Playing with Fire with Michael Bonaccorsi
Michael is our in house game and butchery expert so who better to guide you through a meat feast on your Barbecue. A little of Michaels Italian heritage creeps into this workshop with some beautiful salads and accompaniments. Michael grew up in a Tuscan household and has cooked with his great friend Georgio Locatelli for many years, he is a trained Pizzaiolo also working in our Pizza restaurant Lucca Enotecca. This workshop will cover: Spatchcock and Jointing Chicken…
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