Master the fundamentals of baking authentic Italian breads and handmade pizzas. Discover the ingredients necessary to crafting the genuine flavours of Italian breads, and practice the kneading, proofing and shaping techniques. You will create a selection of baked goods to enjoy during the course and to take away with you, including ciabatta, focaccia, and sweet ... Read more
Soufflés never fail to impress, and this half day class will ensure perfect results every time. We will teach you to make a classic panade based soufflé as well as twice baked soufflés that can be made the day before and reheated. There will also be Gary’s wonderful, sweet soufflés and the secret to their ... Read more
The next stage of handmade chocolates is moulding. On this natural progression day, Seminar 1.1 will continue to establish the innovative techniques that will provide you with the knowledge to create your own personalised range of moulded chocolate products. You will learn to use coloured cocoa butters and other techniques that make your chocolates shine ... Read more
For those of you who want to voyage into the depths of bakery further, to understand a little more about specific doughs produced as treats for breakfast or a sneaky mid-morning snack, with some new techniques to master. Suitable for home bakers and professionals alike this full day class will begin by discovering the lamination ... Read more
Learn how to prepare moulded and filled chocolate bars and snacking bars. Developed by Gary, this Introduction to Chocolate Bars recaps on tempering chocolate, preparing elegant moulded and hand dipped chocolate bars, adding flavours and textures, and hand dipping techniques. On this next progression class, you will continue to establish the innovative techniques that will ... Read more
Soufflés never fail to impress, and this half day class will ensure perfect results every time. We will teach you to make a classic panade based soufflé as well as twice baked soufflés that can be made the day before and reheated. There will also be Gary’s wonderful, sweet soufflés and the secret to their ... Read more
For those of you who want to voyage into the depths of bakery further, to understand a little more about specific doughs produced as treats for breakfast or a sneaky mid-morning snack, with some new techniques to master. Suitable for home bakers and professionals alike this full day class will begin by discovering the lamination ... Read more
Have you ever dreamed about making chocolates? Come and join us on this full day course where we will cover the basic techniques that will provide you with the confidence to create your own personalised range of chocolate products. You will learn to use couverture chocolate to make the ultimate chocolate truffle selection.
The skill of artisan breadmaking is one of the most satisfying elements of the kitchen. And mastering the basic skills of bread making, learning about the ingredients and the skills in carefully kneading, proofing and shaping the dough is what this introduction to breadmaking is all about. You will learn the basics of bread making ... Read more
Learn to produce a well-presented, delicious three-course dinner party menu and still have time to spend with your guests. This course will teach you the art of prompt, effective entertaining and you will learn to cook every component of a starter, main course and wonderful dessert as well as how to present your food to ... Read more