Best of British: Cooking the Perfect Roast

About this course

The class begins with a demonstration of roast chicken and roast beef, alongside crispy roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, leeks, carrots and gravy. Apple crumble and custard are also prepared for dessert. Participants then cook with guidance from the chefs, using roasting tips, shortcuts and planning methods to work towards a complete British roast meal. The session also covers carving, cooking in advance, adapting recipes and managing the timing involved in preparing food for larger numbers. Participants eat the finished meal at the end.

What you'll learn

• Prepare roast chicken and roast beef with traditional accompanying dishes
• Apply roasting tips, shortcuts and advance-planning methods
• Make gravy, Yorkshire puddings, apple crumble and custard
• Carve cooked meat and coordinate timings for a multi-dish meal
• Adapt recipes and plan food for larger numbers

Is this course right for you?

Listed as suitable for all levels, the class combines demonstration with hands-on cooking and guidance from chefs. Under-16s can attend when booked with a paying adult, with an individual paid place required for each participant.

• Suitable for learners at all stated levels
• Under-16s must attend with a paying adult

Before you go

• Facilities, aprons, equipment and ingredients are included.
• A recipe booklet is emailed after the class.
• The provider can cater for low-fat and gluten-free diets on request, although alternative dishes are not demonstrated.
• Wine is included.