Cooking Class: Basics

Pick up some kitchen fundamentals at this basic cooking class in Wandsworth.



8 hours

Class size 1 to 20 (public classes), 15 to 30

  £270 - £300 (£270 for Public class; £300 for Private class)

Want to learn how to make the most of your time in the kitchen? This beginners' cooking class in London might be just what you needed! Learning from The Avenue's expert chefs, you'll be guided through the ins and outs of cooking, so you'll never have a dull dinner or lacklustre lunch again.
With demonstrations in both the morning and afternoon to get you started, you'll learn the basic steps to conjure up a variety of dishes, culminating in a meal to enjoy at the end. During each London cooking class, The Avenue's fun-loving professional chefs will always be on hand to dispense handy hints, giving you the confidence you need to cook by yourself — even without a cookbook!
Rather than just giving you recipes to follow along with, the course is designed to give you a deeper understanding of cooking, so you can apply the techniques you learn in future dishes. Whether you're joining in for the full week or just coming along for the day, you'll leave with a new menu of techniques to banish kitchen nightmares forever.
Sample menu: (subject to change due to seasonality and availability)
  • Chicken pie
  • Leeks and carrots
  • Apple crumble/charlotte
  • Custard
  • Shortcrust pastry (blind baked)
Please note:
Vegetarian, low-fat and gluten-free dietary requirements can be catered for on request, but time restraints mean meal alternatives will not be covered in the demonstrations.

Upcoming dates for Cooking Class: Basics

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 14 Oct 2026, 2:55am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

6 upcoming dates between 26 Oct 2026 and 11 Nov 2026.

  • Mon 26 Oct 2026, 9am-5pm (Day 1)
  • Tue 27 Oct 2026, 9am-5pm (Day 2)
  • Wed 28 Oct 2026, 9am-5pm (Day 3)
  • Mon 9 Nov 2026, 9am-5pm (Day 1)
  • Tue 10 Nov 2026, 9am-5pm (Day 2)
  • Wed 11 Nov 2026, 9am-5pm (Day 3)
What you'll get
Ingredients, aprons and equipment provided
Food to indulge in during the day
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly
What to bring
  • Tupperware/container for any leftovers.
  • Paper and pen if you’d like to take notes.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Avenue Cookbook (£30)
  • Avenue Apron (£20)
  • Pairing Knife (£45)
  • Filleting Knife (£45)
  • Serrated Bread Knife (£60)
  • Chefs Knife (£65)
  • Sharpening Steel (£65)
  • Avenue Cancellations cover (£45)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

The Avenue Cookery School - Wandsworth, London, SW18 1FZ

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  • 4/5 from Alex Chantecaille, attended Apr 2025: Dan was great. Learned a lot and met great people. Might try another class soon!
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The Avenue Cookery School
The Avenue Cookery School

4.8 (376)
female Women-owned

Hello! We're The Avenue Cookery School and we are an independent, family-run cookery school, based in Wandsworth, South West London. We love all things foodie and incorporate that love and enthusiasm into our amazing cooking courses and classes.
With years of experience, our passion for teaching others to cook shines through in our relaxed and fun classes — we think you’ll feel at home as soon as you walk through our doors! All ages and abilities are welcome.
Come and treat those taste buds and see what you can create with us!

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