Courses

We had such a blast with everyone from our recent cheese courses and with so much interest we are excited to announce the following courses to the end of 2009.

Places are limited, to reserve a place in any of the courses below email us (click on the envelope at the right of the page)

We will then contact you to confirm space(s) in the workshop and payment

Gift Certificates Available

Soft Cheese - $140 10am – 3pm

A full day demonstration, from Yogurt Cheese, Mascapone, Cottage and Cream Cheese, Ricotta, Houlami, Feta and more. This full day includes lunch, notes, recipes and loads of inspiration.

Course Dates: 5^th September or 6^th September

7^th November or 8^th November

Yoghurt - $45 6pm – 9pm

An evening course on yogurt the different types, how to make it fresh at home. and what to do with any excess. We will cover Kefir, Caspian Sea Yoghurt, Plain Heated Cultured Yogurt and Yoghurt Cheeses. Once we have done the initial demonstration you will split off into groups and make yoghurt to take home.

Course Dates: 4^th September or 6^th November

Lacto Fermentation - $80 9am – 1pm

A one day course, learn the health benefits and traditional ways of Lacto Fermentation. From fruit ciders and preserves to orange cakes and dosas. You will chop, slice and take some stress relief with pounding various vegetables as you create something wonderful to take home. With lots of taste testing and light refreshments during the day you will be armed with lots of yummy recipes and notes to whip up a storm in your kitchen.

Course Dates: 19^th September or 24^th October

Back To Basics - $80 9am – 2pm

Do you have children with bottomless stomach pits and or an ever stretched budget to feed your family - this is a one day course, to learn how to get back to basics of traditional wholesome cooking. Learn how to cook like Grandma used to and cut your grocery bill down with cultures, lacto fermentation, bone broths, soaking and sprouting. These techniques will help you to prepare traditional foods as quick as possible and fill a hungry family. We will discuss how to reign in those family mad meal times, look at meal planning and budgeting. This full day includes lunch, recipes and notes.

Course Dates: 10^th October or 21^st November

Short Courses 6pm – 9pm

Various Short Courses will be held Friday evenings - Chef Demonstrations, Introduction to Soft Cheese and Cultures, Nourishing Foods on Tight Budgets, Whole Foods for fussy eaters and more. Details will be released once confirmed.