Upcoming Workshops
Quick and 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 »Persian Autumn with David Rizbaf
David is a chef with a background and passion for Persian cuisine. David has worked in London as a chef and joined our Mistley Thorn team in 2017. He 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. Come and taste the delightfully fresh flavours from the East. Please note any allergen and dietary advice. We regret…
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, but you’ll also be introduced to the history behind fresh pasta and Ursula will show you how to 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…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Pizza from a Wood-Fired Oven
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 »Kids in The Kitchen Pasta (age 7-16yrs) AM
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 Vegetarian with David Rizbaf (age 7-16yrs) AM
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 »Kids in The Kitchen Afternoon Tea PM (age 7-16yrs)
Come and learn to bake some scones, delicious chocolate brownies, a sponge cake along with cheese straws and tasty sandwiches of your own creations. Everything you need for that simple yet perfect afternoon tea. Lunch will be made up of your own creations of the day and refreshments will be available throughout. 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…
Find Out More & Book Online »Kids in The Kitchen Street Food with David Rizbaf (age 7-16yrs) AM
Dedicated street food events are popping up all over the country, and on any given weekend, there’s a high chance you’ll find a street food trader serving up some high quality, delicious dishes somewhere near you. In this hands-on workshop, we will explore authentic, tasty street food dishes you find in markets around the world. Using high-quality ingredients bursting with flavour, each dish will have your taste buds hopping to a different corner of the globe. The recipes will include,…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Kids in The Kitchen Halloween Baking (age 7-16yrs) PM
Cupcakes are as fun to make as they are to eat. David Rizbaf will guide the kids through the fundamentals of the perfect bun and then she will let them loose with the Halloween themed decorations! Participants will take home a box of spooky goodies including some ghoulish cupcakes and creepy cookies. Please let us know the age of your child upon booking and please note any allergen and dietary advice. We regret that we cannot accommodate children with any severe allergies. (Note…
Find Out More & Book Online »Taste of India
We will share some exciting recipes from a trip to India with you. Here are some of our 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 be available…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »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 »Italian Seafood with Ursula Ferrigno
Ursula Ferrigno is a talented cook with a deep love of Southern Italian food. Half Italian and a noted teacher Ursula specialises in demonstrating the making of Italian breads, Italian soups, risottos, vegetables, fruit dishes and every kind of pasta dish. She has cooked on many TV programmes and is a prolific author. Her books include: Trattoria, La Dolce Vita – a book of heavenly desserts and sweets and Ursula Ferrigno’s Italian Cookery Course. Nothing reflects freshness more keenly than the fruits of the sea,…
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 »Knife and Carving Skills Workshop with a Festive Lunch
Refresh your knife and carving 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. A two-course festive lunch will be served along with a glass of wine. Further glasses can be purchased. We will be offering special deals on Zwilling Henckels knives,…
Sorry Sold out - Join Waiting List »Festive Vegan Cooking
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 making positive changes in their diet. All recipes are made without refined sugar and most are gluten-free. Join us for a day packed with ideas to take the stress out of Christmas festive cookery. Sherri will help you to plan and create the perfect main course for your Festive…
Find Out More & Book Online »Festive Persian with David Rizbaf
David is a chef with a background and passion for Persian cuisine. David has worked in London as a chef and joined our Mistley Thorn team in 2017. He 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. Come and taste the delightfully fresh flavours from the East. Please note any allergen and dietary advice. We regret…
Find Out More & Book Online »Tapas Sangria & 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! The 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…
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