Christmas with all the trimmings

About this course

Teaching combines chef demonstrations with paired cooking at individual stations. Participants explore turkey selection, preparation, cooking and carving, then prepare pork and sage stuffing, roast potatoes, glazed parsnips and Brussels sprouts. The class also covers bread sauce, cranberry sauce and make-ahead gravy, alongside knife skills and ways to organise festive cooking in advance. Dishes are brought together for a shared Christmas meal at the chef’s table, with the option to pack food to take home.

What you'll learn

• Prepare, cook and carve a turkey
• Make pork and sage stuffing
• Cook roast potatoes, glazed parsnips and Brussels sprouts
• Prepare bread sauce, cranberry sauce and make-ahead gravy
• Apply knife skills and plan elements of a Christmas meal in advance

Is this course right for you?

The course is listed as suitable for all levels, so it may accommodate learners with varying cooking experience. Participants are expected to take an active role, working in pairs to prepare the dishes. Those attending alone may be paired with another participant.

• Cooking is completed in pairs
• Solo attendees may be paired with another learner
• Active participation in the class is required

Before you go

• All ingredients, equipment and aprons are provided.
• A digital recipe pack is included.
• Participants can eat the prepared meal at the chef’s table or pack it to take home.
• Water is provided, and a complimentary glass of sparkling wine or a soft drink is available on arrival.