Masterclasses 2013
10th July – Limited availability
Smoking
In the days before fridges and preservatives, smoking was a technique previously used for preserving and extending the shelf life of food. Nowadays however, this traditional method of cooking is all about enhancing flavours and tenderizing meats. Join our masterclass to discover the art of smoking meat and fish to create the perfect summer dish for al fresco dining.
14th August
Pickles and Preserves
Autumn is the perfect time for making preserves. Get one step ahead in our masterclass and be fully prepared for the start of the preserving season. Our talented chefs will teach you how to create a variety of simple yet delicious jams, jellies, chutneys and conserves.
11th September – Sold out
Wild Mushrooms
Our September masterclass will focus on wild mushrooms, a fantastic and often overlooked vegetable. Our chefs will explain the different varieties, how and when to use them, how to select the ideal mushrooms for your dish and how best to cook with them.
9th October - Limited availability
Game Birds
Learn how to prepare and cook some of the fabulous game birds in abundance at this time of year. Amongst others we will be working with Pigeon, Partridge and Mallard during this masterclass.
13th November – Limited availability
Venison
With the most wonderful Venison in our very own deer park it would be a crime to not dedicate a whole masterclass to this magnificient animal and wonderful meat. Learn how to butcher a Woburn Venison from nose to tail and how best to cook each cut.
11th December
Chocolates & Petits-Fours
Giving a selection of home-made chocolates and petits-fours makes a truly special gift for friends and family. They look impressive, demonstrate effort and no-one need know they are actually simple and fun to make! Join us and learn how to create a selection of chocolates, truffles and other petits-fours for the festive season.
Cookery Masterclasses
Discover the culinary techniques, skills and secrets used by top chefs to create the perfect dish.
The day begins at 9.30am with with an introduction over tea, coffee and home made cakes & biscuits before entering the Paris House “engine room” where you will be taught some of the tricks of the trade during a one hour and fifteen minute long hands-on cookery demonstration by our award winning chefs. Following the demonstration you will be invited to a Champagne & canapés reception which precedes a bespoke lunch menu served on the Chef’s Table.
All Masterclasses are £99 per person including a hands-on cookery masterclass, a glass of Champagne, canapés and a bespoke lunch on the Chef’s Table. The day begins at 9.30am and finishes at approximately 2.30pm.
Advanced booking is essential. To purchase Gift vouchers for a masterclass please call 01525 290 692 or email info@parishouse.co.uk
