Traditional Tuscan Flavours - Half Day Cooking Class

Indulge in an intimate Italian cooking experience, learning from celebrated international chef, Davide Cerretini, who will guide you through the process of creating delicious dishes inspired by the beautiful region of Tuscany. This is not just about an opportunity to cook and learn, it's also a chance to meet a chef whose unique story has had a huge impact on the hospitality industry in the USA. A larger than life character that stands out for his humour and innovative thinking, his classes are always entertaining, informative and one-of-a-kind.

Hosted in the chef's home kitchen for groups of up to 6 guests, you will savour the delicious traditional Italian dishes you make, along with 2 glasses of Prosecco and one glass of exquisite Italian wines that have been thoughtfully paired with your food.

The menu showcases the essence of authentic Tuscan flavours:

• Pere e Pecorino Salad: A refreshing blend of fresh pear, Pecorino, almonds, and honey with a homemade balsamic dressing.
• Handmade Pici Pasta: Learn the authentic technique of crafting Pici pasta, a Sienese speciality.
• Tuscan Meat Sauce Ragu: A hearty and flavourful Tuscan meat sauce.

All the essentials for this class are provided, so there's no need for you to bring anything except a notebook and pen, if you wish, and some tupperware in case there are leftovers! Ingredients, carefully paired, a glass of high quality wine, and a glass of Prosecco are provided, but feel free to bring any additional drinks or extra bottles of wine that you'd like.

The classes take place in a welcoming private residence in the picturesque town of West Malling, Kent. The area is beautiful to visit for the day if you'd like to come early and stroll around the charming medieval town, or visit nearby Leeds castle. There is a train station 12 minutes walk from the house with direct trains from Victoria, Waterloo or Charing Cross (approx 50 mins travel time), but there is also plenty of paid parking in the streets nearby with driving from central London taking around an hour.

To start the session, we'll welcome you with a lovely glass of Prosecco and a variety of Italian appetisers. During the class you'll be learning, sipping a beautiful Italian wine, and eating the food you are carefully preparing once it's ready. After the class, you'll receive an email copy of the recipe, allowing you to recreate your culinary creation at home.

Get ready for a truly wonderful afternoon spent learning, cooking and tasting. This opportunity promises both delight and amusement, perfect for food enthusiasts. At the end of the session, you'll leave not only with newfound culinary skills but also with a sense of joy and rejuvenation. Don't miss out on this delightful culinary adventure!

(Please be aware that for corporate events or larger parties exceeding 6 guests, we will arrange a separate venue. Additional costs will apply for kitchen rental, extra staff, and corkage fees. For more information, please contact us for further details.)

Please note: Public dates for this class require at least 2 guests to run. In the unlikely event that we don't reach this number, we'll cancel the class; in this case we'll inform you and allow you to get a refund or reschedule, so please watch your email/SMS one day prior to the class.

Beginner friendly
  Two glasses of Prosecco and one glass of high quality Italian wine.
Canapes when you arrive.
All the ingredients for the dishes.
An apron to wear during the class, if you wish.
A recipe emailed to you after the class so you can cook the dishes again. Tupperware in case there are leftovers you would like to take home.
A notebook and pen if you wish to take notes.

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