Cookery Courses in Devizes, Wiltshire

Vegetarians and Vegans | Sept 26th | £60

Wednesday 7pm - 9.30pm | Led By Judy Dain & Peter Forrester

Many of our sessions can be made suitable for vegetarians and vegans, particuarly those led by Peter Vaughan and Judy Dain. However, we have had requests to run something specifically for this group or people who want interesting ideas for reducng their meat intake for ethical or health reasons. With long time vegetarian friend as consultant and co-tutor, Peter Forrester, this evening will offer you some quick, easy but delicious ideas for your everyday menus.

Mini Chefs - Harvest | Sept 29th | £30

Saturday 10.30am-12.30pm 6-10 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Harvest: Pumpkin Ravioli with Roasted Tomato Sauce; Apple & Cinnamon Cake

At this time of year we have lots of seasonal locally grown fruits and vegetables so it makes sense to use them and also help youngsters become aware of what we grow in this country and when it is available. Fresh, natural ingedients always taste better, as well as being kinder to the environment, not havng flown halway round the world!

Designed to give your youngster a firm foundation that will provide them with the techniques and knowledge they need to grow into competent and confident cook, it is also lots of FUN and they will bring home the results of the session to share with the family.

Young Chefs - Harvest | Sept 29th | £30

Saturday 2pm - 4pm 11 - 16 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Harvest: Pumpkin Ravioli with Roasted Tomato Sauce; Apple & Cinnamon Cake

Designed to give your youngster a firm foundation that will provide them with the knowledge & skills they need to grow into competent and confident cook, it is also lots of FUN and they will bring home the results of the session to share with the family.

Bake Your Own Showstoppers | Sept 30th | £120

Sunday 11am- 4pm | Led by Christine Wallace

She's back! A legend from the Great British Bake Off, Christine was a quarter finalist in 2013. It may seem a long time ago, but she still has her culinary sparkle and has gained more through all the interesting projects she's been involved with since.

With a gentle, patient and calm teaching style, everything is explained very clearly with lots of tips and tricks to help. You will come away from this session with three lovely showstoppers that will WOW your friends and family, plus the skills, knowledge and confidence to do it all over again at home.

If you are a Bake Off fan, the added bonus is all the 'behind the camera' tales that Christine relates as you bake. It provides a real insight into what the process is to get on to the programme, how it is filmed and what it is really like. Most unexpected question she's been asked so far is "What does Paul Hollywood smell like?"

A Taste of Spain | Oct 4th | £60

Thursday 7.00pm- 9.30pm | Led by Tom Dodd

Sorry but this is now FULLY BOOKED. Next available date 10th January 2019

More Speedy Meals | Oct 6th | £60

Saturday 10.30am - 1pm | Led by Jayne Annan

Our Speedy Meals sessions have been very popular and Jayne's menus a great hit. She has come up with some fresh ideas of quick and easy meals to liven up your repetoire of midweek suppers that you will enjoy making. It is suitable for anyone who feels stuck in a culinary rut and the nature of the dishes, plus the skill of her teaching, means that even those who don't have confidence in the kitchen will learn a lot amd gather some 'signature' dishes that will help to develop their skills. It will be a hands-on lively session with lots to take away and loads of ideas, tips and wrinkles that will be a great help in making the preparation of your food fast, fun and fabulous!

Great food and cooking tips that Jayne makes easy for everyone. Very skillful teacher who explains the recipes really well and in a fun way. Summer Bourne ‘ The Camper Cookie’.

Sharpen up your Knife Skills | Oct 10th | £45

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Learn everything you need to know about choosing and using a French cook's knife. This is the most worthwhile piece of equipment to invest in for your kitchen. Handling knife correctly will help speed up your food oreparation time, improve flavour because you avoid bruising and improve the appearance of the finished dish. Lots of chef's tips.

"Exactly what I needed! Very good instructions, plenty of practice ( very hands on ). Simply excellent!"

Peter brought great energy to the session - really put the group at ease and gave us the confidence that we could cook to the same grade! Pete T

Gluten Free Bread + Baking | Oct 14th | £60

Sunday 10.30am - 1.00pm | Led by Judy Dain

Making gluten free bread and baked products taste and feel like the gluten based regulars is a real challenge. Judy Dain first started to experiment with gluten free baking over 18 years ago, when acceptable products were just nowhere to be found. She will help you understand the principles behind producing delicious bread, cakes and biscuits that everyone can enjoy.

"My mum and I both really enjoyed it and came away with lots of ideas. We thought the pace and content of the session was excellent and we really enjoyed our pizza at the end." Lindsay Spencer

Basic Bread Making | Oct 17th | £55

Wednesday 7pm - 9.30pm | Led By Judy Dain

Real, fresh bread straight from the oven – the way to impress your friends and your family and to know exactly what is in your daily bread. No additives, preservatives or flavour enhancers - just a few simple ingredients.

"I was very impressed by the array of breads ... and the pizza was delicious." Lynne

Pasta with Peter | Oct 25th | £60

Thursday 7.00pm-9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Home made pasta is simply delicious, packed full of essential protein and a far cry from what you buy in a supermarket. A lovely sauce or accompaniment turns this into a fantastic meal. You don't necessariky need a pasta machine because, during this evening, you will learn how to make successful pasta dough, with or without it.

The Pasta with Peter class was just brilliant. I loved every minute and it's stunning how much you can learn in an evening when it's delivered in such an enthusiastic and eloquent way. And of course the Pasta was amazing!! Belinda Talbot

Lebanese .... and more! | Oct 26th | £70

Friday 7.00pm - 10.30pm | Led by Wafaa Powell

Prepare yourself for an evening of FUN. Middle Eastern cuisine is BIG in London and we are delighted to welcome Wafaa Powell to introduce you to Lebanese food, which is healthy, fresh, tasty, aromatic and versatile. Plenty of whole grains, fruit and vegetables are used in a creative and delicious way..

"A great evening and I’m leaving with recipes that I’ll try again." Karen and John

Mini Chefs - Halloween | Oct 27th | £30

Saturday 10.30am-12.30pm 6-10 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Halloween: Graveyard Dip; Freaky Fingers; Spiders Web Cakes

This time of year it is always fund to make something that sounds ghoulish but tastes delicious!

Young Chefs - Halloween | Oct 27th | £30

Saturday 2pm - 4pm 11 - 16 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Halloween: Graveyard Dip; Freaky Fingers; Spiders Web Cakes

A change to make delicious tastiing dishes with ghoulish titles!

Mexican - Night of the Dead | Oct 31st | £60

Wednesday 7pm-9.30pm | Led By Peter Vaughan

Celebrate a truly amazing Night of the Dead with Peter Vaughan. It's the biggest of all the festivals in Mexico and quite rightly so. A time to honour the ancesters, which involves feasting and partying for three days. The Day of the Dead festival featured in the opening sequence of James Bond 'Quantum of Solace'.

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Professional Kitchen Essentials Level 2 Culinary Skills Award, validated by CTH.

Beginners in the Kitchen | Nov 7th+14th | £120

Wednesdays 7pm - 9.30pm X 2 | Led By Jayne Annan

Following the success of a one-off "Beginners in the Kitchen" earlier this year, we have listened to the requests of customers and are putting on two linked evenings designed to teach foundation skills to help gain confidence in the kitchen. It's difficult to follow a recipe if you don't understand the terms that are used plus it would be nice to be able to 'rustle up' a meal without even having a recipe in front of you. This session will help you develop your culinary skills in a supportive environment, working at a gentle pace. It will help you understand more about how to prepare simple, quick, nutritious meals that will make working in the kitchen an enjoyable and therapeutic experience, rather than a chore, and help you steer away from convenience foods with all those additives.

Indian Street Food | Nov 8th | £60

Thursday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

True Indian food is very different from that served in many Indian takeaways and restaurants in Wiltshire and beyond. The authentic article is extremely healthy, not greasy, satisfying and packs a really exciting explosion of flavour and aromatics, without ever being too spicy or hot - you can adjust both these elementswhen creating your own dishes.

"Great evening where I got to learn a lot in a relatively short space of time. Peter is a great teacher ad I would definitely recommend the course." Sharon Evans

Cooking to Impress | Nov 11th | £120

Sunday 11.00am-4.00pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Today the focus is on fish - a beautiful ingredient but easily ruined. This is a good opportunity to get some fresh ideas and polish up your culinary skills and Peter will help you by sharing some of the secrets of how the best people in the catering industry makes everything look and taste so good, even when they are preparing food on a vast scale.

Thai Kitchen | Nov 15th | £60

Thursday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Peter's mentor when he was an apprentice in London, the late Peter Kromberg, spent many years as Head Chef in Siam Intercontinental in Bangkok. He learnt all about how to use spices and aromats in a way that would produce the balanced, light, aromatic flavours of Thai cusine that is so popular today. He has also worked with Thai chefs during his career and so this evening he will help you to understand and use what he has learnt.so that you can create them in your own kitchen.

"Thank you - great teacher. Informal but formative! Hope to come again." Sophie and Becky

Dinner Party Desserts | Nov 18th | £120

Sunday 11am- 4pm | Led by Brittany Manning

From the Michelin starred Red Lion in East Chisenbury, Brittany Manning is a well-qualified, highly experienced pastry chef who has worked in top establishments all over the world. We are very lucky that she chosen to set up a fantastic restaurant in Wiltshire with her husband, Guy. Everyone loves a good dessert and three classics have been chosen for today's session. You will learn a varety of tips and techniques that will help you increase your skills - not only in deliverng these delicious dishes but also creating other tasty treats to delight your friends and family. Presentation of the finished product will be a key element.

"I had wonderful day. Brittany was very professional and made us feel relaxed. The atmosphere was informal and very enjoyable. Give it a go and you will not be disappointed.". Ann

Seafood Special | Nov 21st | £60

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Originally from New Zealand, Kim has grown up eating and cooking seafood. He has travelled the world, picking up techniques and flavours that compliment and enhance this wonderful ingredient.

"A superb session. Kim was fantastic, very informative and patient – the food was amazing!" M Russell

Mini Chefs - Christmas Gifts | Nov 24th | £30

Saturday 10.30am-12.30pm 6-10 years| Led by Margaret Bryant

Christmas Gifts: Menu to be confirmed

Everyone loves to receive a handmade gift and it is a good way to practise culinary skills and make lovely presents on a low budget - but with high impact!

Young Chefs - Christmas Gifts | Nov 24th | £30

Saturday 2.00 - 4.00 pm 11 - 16 years| Led by Margaret Bryant

Christmas Gifts: Menu to be confirmed

Everyone loves to receive a handmade gift and it is a good way to practise culinary skills and make lovely presents on a low budget - but with high impact!

Edible Christmas Gifts | Nov 28th | £60

Wednesday 7pm - 9.30pm | Led by Jayne Annan

People love to receive a home-made gift, especially an edible one! If you can have some fun in the process, what better way of spending an evening than learning some quick and easy items that would make delightful Christmas presents? It will help you tick off some things on your festive list or give you something different to take to the host at a party. They are not very expensive but will give a lot of pleasure to the recipient.

Basic Bread Making | Dec 1st | £55

Saturday 10.30am - 1pm | Led By Judy Dain

"Absolutely fantastic session baking bread. I couldn't think of a better way to spend a Saturday..." Emma Guilfoyle

A Taste of Spain | Jan 10th | £60

Thursday 7.00pm- 9.30pm | Led by Tom Dodd

Do you want to remember that fabulous holiday in Spain or just fascinated with Spanish cuisine and culture? This class is ideal for you. Tom Dodd, our Chef responsible for Events, has a passion for the food from this part of Europe and is a fan of the award winning Spanish restaurant Barrafina in London. This Michelin star Soho restaurant does not take bookings. Queues snake out of the front door and along the street every lunch and dinner service. Not only a well qualified and experienced chef, Tom has an engaging teaching presence and you will have a really good evening, as well as coming away with skills and recipes you can use over and over again.

"A fantastic evening - learned lots and laughed a lot! Thank you." Simon Childe

Seafood Special | Jan 23rd | £60

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Originally from New Zealand, Kim has grown up eating and cooking seafood. He has travelled the world, picking up techniques and flavours that compliment and enhance this wonderful ingredient.

"A superb session. Kim was fantastic, very informative and patient – the food was amazing!" M Russell

Dinner Party Desserts | Feb 2nd | £120

Saturday 11am- 4pm | Led by Brittany Manning

"I had wonderful day. Brittany was very professional and made us feel relaxed. The atmosphere was informal and very enjoyable. Give it a go and you will not be disappointed.". Ann

Make Your Own Sushi | Feb 6th | £60

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

It looks as if it is difficult to make but here's your chance to find out just how easy it is, once you know the tips. Don't worry, there will be no raw fish, wriggling tenticals or Fugu (Poisons puffer fish). You will learn the art of cooking sticky sushi rice plus knife skills to help you make different types of beautiful looking sushi. Delicious, nutritious and interesting, this will help you wow your family and friends plus cheer up your packed lunches!

"What a fantastic evening. Relaxed, fun and we learnt so much." Amy Miskell

Seafood Special | Mar 6th | £60

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Originally from New Zealand, Kim has grown up eating and cooking seafood. He has travelled the world, picking up techniques and flavours that compliment and enhance this wonderful ingredient.

"A superb session. Kim was fantastic, very informative and patient – the food was amazing!" M Russell

Seafood Special | May 8th | £60

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Originally from New Zealand, Kim has grown up eating and cooking seafood. He has travelled the world, picking up techniques and flavours that compliment and enhance this wonderful ingredient.

"A superb session. Kim was fantastic, very informative and patient – the food was amazing!" M Russell

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Many of our cookery courses are suitable for vegetarians, vegans, and can often be adapted for those with food allergies or who are sensitive to some ingredients.

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"I came away from the day feeling inspired and ready to reproduce the dishes at home. I recommend the classes to anyone and will definitely be going back." | Gillian L, Ramsbury

"The class was great for both complete beginners and the more experienced cook. Our large group had a mixture of both and we all thoroughly enjoyed it!" | AmiCorp delegate

"Fantastic, delicious, imaginative, creative, unforgettable . . . We cannot thank you enough." Chloe Mortimer–A'Bear, Wedding Reception, Cleeve House

Fantastic, delicious, imaginative, creative, unforgettable . . . We cannot thank you enough. | Chloe Mortimer-A'Bear

"I should like to add my warmest thanks to you and your staff for all you did to make our wedding reception so wonderful" Parents of the groom David and Janice (Reid)

"After going to numerous weddings where we were underwhelmed by the food, we wanted something a little bit different and unique and you certainly delivered!.Wedding reception, Hollie Morris

"It was remarkable that it was all achieved for so many with such grace, charm and gastronomic good taste. Everything was absolutely delicious". Mrs Reid, Wedding Breakfast, The Wardrobe, Salisbury

"It was one of the best demonstrations to date." Jeremy Wands, Diploma student, Leith's School of Food & Wine

"Peter's enthusiasm was infectious and the food way exceeded our (already high) expectations." Wedding, Katy D

"We have to say that you all completely exceeded our expectations and we truly feel our wedding wouldn’t have been as good had you not been there. We still have dreams about the corn fed chicken! Out of this world!" Wedding reception, Hollie & Gavin

"So many of our guests have said how much they LOVED Peter, the way you and the team interacted with the guests and described the food when serving was a real highlight" Gavin, Wedding reception

Current Cookery Courses

Wednesday 7pm - 9.30pm | Led By Judy Dain & Peter Forrester

Saturday 10.30am-12.30pm 6-10 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Harvest: Pumpkin Ravioli with Roasted Tomato Sauce; Apple & Cinnamon Cake

Saturday 2pm - 4pm 11 - 16 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Harvest: Pumpkin Ravioli with Roasted Tomato Sauce; Apple & Cinnamon Cake

Sunday 11am- 4pm | Led by Christine Wallace

Thursday 7.00pm- 9.30pm | Led by Tom Dodd

Sorry but this is now FULLY BOOKED. Next available date 10th January 2019

Saturday 10.30am - 1pm | Led by Jayne Annan

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Sunday 10.30am - 1.00pm | Led by Judy Dain

Wednesday 7pm - 9.30pm | Led By Judy Dain

Thursday 7.00pm-9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Friday 7.00pm - 10.30pm | Led by Wafaa Powell

Saturday 10.30am-12.30pm 6-10 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Halloween: Graveyard Dip; Freaky Fingers; Spiders Web Cakes

Saturday 2pm - 4pm 11 - 16 years| Led by Catherine Maxwell

Halloween: Graveyard Dip; Freaky Fingers; Spiders Web Cakes

Wednesday 7pm-9.30pm | Led By Peter Vaughan

Professional Kitchen Essentials Level 2 Culinary Skills Award, validated by CTH.

Wednesdays 7pm - 9.30pm X 2 | Led By Jayne Annan

Thursday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Sunday 11.00am-4.00pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Thursday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Peter Vaughan

Sunday 11am- 4pm | Led by Brittany Manning

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Saturday 10.30am-12.30pm 6-10 years| Led by Margaret Bryant

Christmas Gifts: Menu to be confirmed

Saturday 2.00 - 4.00 pm 11 - 16 years| Led by Margaret Bryant

Christmas Gifts: Menu to be confirmed

Wednesday 7pm - 9.30pm | Led by Jayne Annan

Saturday 10.30am - 1pm | Led By Judy Dain

Thursday 7.00pm- 9.30pm | Led by Tom Dodd

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Saturday 11am- 4pm | Led by Brittany Manning

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Wednesday 7.00pm - 9.30pm | Led by Kim Steevens

Special Dietary Requirements?

Let us know beforehand by calling us on 01380 530203 or tell us at the checkout...

Call Us on 01380 530203 Contact Our Events Team Contact Cookery School

Cancellation Policy: Vaughan's Cookery School