Learn about and taste gorgeously fragrant Thai food on these Thai cookery courses, held in professional-standard kitchens near Haslemere in Surrey. Once welcomed by eastern cookery guru Pat Chapman and his wife Dominique, you'll learn what makes Thai cooking unique, with the essential flavours and ingredients most associated with this type of Asian cookery. Cookery courses are available at other kitchens around the UK.
Throughout this Thai cookery course, you'll be watching the two chefs working in the kitchen, preparing fresh herbs and authentic ingredients using traditional methods, such as Som Tom, a spicy green papaya salad using a pestle and mortar. You'll also been shown how to make a fresh Thai green curry paste - one of the most popular and tasty Thai dishes.
No Thai cookery course would be complete without noodles and your host Pat Chapman will show you all the tricks and tips to be able to cook noodles, as well as lifting the lid on the many types used, from egg to rice-based noodles. A classic Thai main course recipe such as a Pad Thai or a Thai green curry will be prepared in front of you, before you and your fellow Thai cookery fans sit down at the dinner table to taste the fruits of the course.
This Thai cookery demo lasts three hours and gives you the chance to discover some of the secrets of Thai cooking from culinary expert Pat Chapman. After the demonstration all guests will have the chance to sample the dishes made along with a glass of wine or soft drink. A recipe sheet is also provided to enable you to try out the dishes at home. You will be forming part of a group of up to 18 guests. Please note this is not a hands on cookery course. IntotheBlue offers a family friendly selection of
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The demonstrations run on Saturday mornings, 10am - 1pm, throughout the year subject to demand.
The experience is available to all ages. Serious young cooks, over 10 years, if accompanied by a parent. Vegetarians and guests with food allergies can usually be accommodated however ingredients containing fish may be used, please advise the team when booking your place on the experience.
Sorry this activity is not suitable for spectators. There is car parking at the venue. Cookery books, cooking implements and ingredients are usually available to purchase.