A Very Merry Christmas - Saturday 7th December 2024

Christmas is a time for family, sharing fond memories and good eating! If you love to cook and want some new ideas and improved classics then join us for this wonderful, festive culinary journey.

Christmas chutney- guests bring a jar

The perfect accompaniment to your cheeseboard and bound to be a winner, this Christmas Chutney is an absolute must.

Christmas vegetarian gratin

Having a balance of flavours and dishes to suit all guests can be a challenge. This delicious vegetarian crispy gratin topped dish is a perfect balance and will be loved by everyone.

Chicken tagine with spiced Brussels

If you’re not a fan of the humble turkey, then try this sweet and spicy Moroccan tagine, perfectly balanced with spicy, sautéed Brussels and ideal for a large crowd.

Slow roast beef with port gravy

Join us on our festive journey at Braxted Park and be treated to a succulent slow roast beef with a rich port gravy. Learn all the tips on cooking beef perfectly and the best gravy in town!

Pigs in blanket, sausage pin wheel

You will be amazed with the ease of this clever sausage in blankets pin wheel that will be a showstopper on your Christmas dinner table.

Red cabbage with pomegranate molasses

A clever Eastern Mediterranean twist on the humble yet not to be missed, red cabbage side dish that adds a tangy twist. 

Zesty Cranberry mince pies.

Christmas is not complete without the mince pie and this British favourite is given a citrusy makeover with the addition of a lemon pastry and juicy cranberries. If you weren’t a fan, this will convert you for sure!

The day begins at 9.30am and we invite you to join us with a welcome tea or coffee in the cookery school at 9.15am, where you will have a chance to meet your fellow delegates and chef. Your chef will talk you through the class menu and how the day will run before you are assigned a workspace in our fully equipped kitchen, overlooking the beautiful estate at Braxted Park. 

The step-by-step tuition is fun and easy to follow and the cookery school team will be available to assist you throughout the day.

At the end of a full day of cooking, everyone’s efforts will be rewarded with a glass of wine and a sit-down meal that has been cooked during the day, where hints and tips can be shared with the group while enjoying the food that you have prepared.

Please note that the dishes listed may vary due to the availability of fresh produce as a result of seasonal changes.

Please note Children over the age of 8 years old are welcome to attend and participate in any of our classes at the full cost of a place but MUST be accompanied by 1 paying adult.