A New Direction for Cooking Classes

A Day in the Kitchen

From September the 15th 2008 the Cooking School at Sunnybrae is taking a new direction.In the past our classes have been on a single subject like pasta, antipasto, seafood, bread, desserts and the like.

The new series will be based around the hands on preparation, and of course enjoyment of a balanced 4 course meal highlighting the best seasonal, but perhaps less commonly used ingredients.

They will be on Mondays only.

You can have an input on what is covered in the class by indicating your preferences when booking.

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So if you have an interest in cooking say? young goat, squab, oysters, terrines, any unusual or traditional dishes we will incorporate them into the class provided the ingredients are in season and available fresh.

If there is a special technique you would like to see such as fine pastry, sabayon based ice-cream, clear stocks or perhaps wood fired cooking or indeed anything else, we will endeavour to put your request into the class.

There will always be at least one bread covered in each class and as much from the garden as possible.

Most people who come to our classes are looking for inspiration, conviviality and also to polish their culinary skills. So that’s what we will be doing, giving you a chance to use the best ingredients in season to create a balanced multi-course menu that incorporates unusual but achievable techniques in a cheerful and hopefully inspirational setting.So rather than sitting down to 6 pasta dishes or six Cassoulet after class we can enjoy a balanced, diverse meal together with some well chosen wines.Achieving balance both in a menu and within each dish is one of the most important challenges that all cooks face.There will also be a few specialised single subject classes and a number of guest presenters.So if you feel like spending a day in the Sunnybrae kitchen followed by a spectacular lunch, with a small group [12 maximum] of like-minded cooks led by George Biron, just let us know your preferences and indicate a Monday that suits so we can book you in.Keep checking the cooking school site for more updates and also let us know what you would like us to present.

Bookings by telephone only on 03 52362276.

What to bring.A sharp knife, an apron, sensible shoes and an enthusiasm for good food and wine.

Costs$110 pp including all wines and GST.

$100 including all wines and GST pp for groups of 4 or more.

Partners or mates who would like to join us for lunch $55 from 1.30 pm

Last minute discount. Ring ONE day before to see if there is space $100.p.p including all wines and GST.