Master Classes 2008
In top London restaurants

Following their phenomenal success last year, Tasting Places are continuing with a series of exclusive master classes with some of London's top chefs in their restaurants. This will be a unique opportunity to work with, and learn from, the head chefs in their own kitchens. Classes will be informative and fun, recipe packs are included as is lunch or dinner with wine, coffee and water in most cases. The classes are all individually co-ordinated and exclusive, so we recommend early booking. Places are very limited and bookings can only be accepted with payment.

 

 


     

Angela Hartnett

At our elegant private kitchen in Holland Park

Masterclass


Head chef: Angela Hartnett

Dates for 2008 TBA

Experience Angela's expertise first hand by taking part in an interactive cookery class. Guests will work with Angela making some of her classic dishes followed by an informal lunch with Angela.

At 35, Angela Hartnett has become one of the most high profile women in the culinary industry. In October 2002 she launched ‘M E N U’ and ‘The Grill Room’ at The Connaught, interrupting a century of male lineage in one of the institutions of the London restaurant scene. Angela's position at The Connaught earned her a Michelin Star in January 2004.

Moro– Sam Clark

Head Chef / Proprietor, 34 Exmouth Market, EC1

Sam and Sam Clark’s crossover Spanish/ Moroccan restaurant has been hitting the high notes for several years, displaying a rare perception and understanding of this stunning cuisine which has kept the tables full and the reservation line ringing off the hook. Sam will be demonstrating some of the dishes that have made Moro famous and that appear in their best-selling cookbook. Classic cuisine with a modern twist.

Dates 20th April, 2nd November 2008
Time: 10am - 12.30pm followed by lunch.

Maximum numbers: 12   Price:£165

Blue Print Café – Jeremy Lee

Head Chef, Design Museum, Butlers Wharf, SE1

The Blue Print Café is one of Sir Terence Conran's most successful restaurants overlooking the River. Jeremy worked with Simon Hopkinson at Bibendum before becoming head chef at Alastair Little in Soho. He is a columnist for The Guardian, The Independent and Food Illustrated. Jeremy will conduct a mostly
demonstration class of some of The Blue Print Café's classic dishes and some of Jeremy's favourites. This proves to be a fantastically entertaining and informative morning and last year’s group have already had a re-union. There will be a coffee break and the class will be followed by lunch in the restaurant.


Time: 10am to 12.00pm followed by lunch

Maximum number: 7   Price:£155

The Capital – Eric Chavot

Head Chef, 2 Michelin*, 22 – 24 Basil Street, Knightsbridge, SW3

One of London’s most elegant dining rooms, designed by Nina Campbell, was graced by being awarded a second star from the prestigious Michelin guide in 2001 thanks to the exceptional cooking of Head Chef Eric Chavot. According to the Good Food Guide “the ability to combine indulgence and lightness is a particular strength.” Guests will be able to recreate their lunch menu in the afternoon class, having started the day at a tasting session with The Capital's head Sommelier of the accompanying wines. A full and varied showcase.

28th Jan, 7th April, 29th Sep and 24th Nov 2008


Lunch followed by class

Maximum numbers: 8 Price:£205

Bibendum – Matthew Harris, Head Chef

The Michelin Building, 81 Fulham Road, SW3

Bibendum was the opening salvo in Sir Terence Conran’s canon of work, beautifully designed, impeccable service, and incredible food. What has only become apparent with the passing years is the enduring quality and consistency of the kitchen and dining room. Matthew Harris started as a Chef de Partie when the restaurant opened in 1987 and took over the kitchen reins as Head Chef from Simon Hopkinson in 1995. He not only maintains the standards set by his illustrious predecessor but breaks new ground in flavour and style. Demonstration class from the classic daily menu.

Dates 3rd March, 6th October 2008
Time: 10am - 12.30pm followed by lunch.

Maximum numbers: 8  Price:£185

Chutney Mary

Chef Siddarth
535 Kings Road
Chelsea
London
SW10

Chef Siddarth and his team of regional specialist chefs showcase the gourmet foods from 6-7 different regions of India at any one time, with the rigorous philosophy that the foods of the different regions could best be cooked by the chefs from that region. Chutney Mary was the first Indian restaurant in the world which traced the regional provenance of each dish. In 2002 the restaurant undertook a £1m makeover, setting new standards for design, style and presentation. In its 15 year history Chutney Mary has won many awards including that of the ITV Tio Pepe Award of Best Indian Restaurant.


Price: £185 per person
22nd February, 20th June, 24th October


Time: 10am – 12.30pm followed by lunch
Maximum numbers: 12

 

Nahm Halkin Hotel - Matthew Albert

Head Chef

Nahm has been awarded one Michelin star – the first Thai restaurant in Europe to achieve such an accolade.


As Thai cuisine covers a huge variety of techniques and skills, Head chef Matthew Albert and David Thompson have devised a series of Masterclasses covering different aspects of Thai food, designed to be taken individually or as a complete course of 7 classes. Some will include a wine tasting and matching wines to Thai cuisine. Morning hands on classes will take place in the kitchen at Nahm with fantastic ingredients flown over from Bangkok exclusively for the restaurant. Lunch will be served in the chic hotel dining room.



A Thai meal is an exercise in balance. Several dishes arrive together and eaten with rice. Rarely does a meal have a repetition of dishes or tastes, so a curry, a salad, some soup and a stir fry all combine to make the meal varied and satisfying. Each of the following classes is designed to demonstrate the various techniques and dishes employed to create a balanced, complete Thai meal and each class will highlight a particular style of dish or technique within the context of a meal.
Over a coffee the class will start with a relaxed introduction to the recipes and ingredients to be used during the class. Afterwards, downstairs in the kitchen, Matthew will work through the recipes, discussing particular techniques and possible alternative recipes and ingredients.
Each hands on class will have no more than 8 guests to ensure that everyone will be able to fully participate in the lesson. The class will then be followed by lunch in the Restaurant.

Curries & Pastes
23rd February
£150

10am to 1.30pm followed by lunch


The first class will focus on curries. Matthew will be discussing the various ingredients which make up a curry paste as well as the traditional method of making them and include preparing coconut cream. He will then move onto different types of curry styles, such as a red curry to make fish cakes, a green curry of chicken.


Summer time on the Grill
£150, 5th July

10am to 1.30pm followed by lunch


Grilling is one of the most common of Thai cooking techniques. In market places and street stalls catfish and prawns are grilled slowly over smoky embers. While the technique is simple, the many ways of dressing the grilled dish are not always so. Matthew will start with a simple grilled prawns served with a nahm jim, a hot and sour sauce. then he will prepare a more complex, robust grilled fish curry.

 

Thai Salads, street and market foods

£150, 17th May

10am to 1.30pm followed by lunch


Salads are the sprightly dishes of the Thai repertoire. Pungent dressings are made with fresh chillies, lime juice and fish sauce which season a staggering variety of ingredients, such as a tart and juicy pomelo salad with shredded chicken. More interesting, perhaps is the lobster salad dressed with rich chilli jam and fresh coconut cream. Also preparing traditional dishes that are commonly eaten in the streets and markets of Thailand.

Complete Thai Meal Dinner Party Menu with Wines matching

Matthew Albert and Halkin sommelier

19th April, 13th Sept, 11th Oct

£190, lunch guests £65
10am to 1.30pm followed by lunch

In these classes, Matthew will prepare two dinner party menus that while quite easy to prepare will impress your guests. On the menu will be a steamed curry of scallops and a gentle relish of crabmeat served with white turmeric. In these classes, Troy Sutton, Nahm's sommelier, will during the subsequent lunch, discuss the paring of wines with this meal and how to choose some elegant wines that work with this challenging cuisine.

NEW

Restaurant Gordon Ramsay, 68 Royal Hospital Road, SW3


We are delighted to add Gordon Ramsay at Royal Hospital Road to our Master Classes. The only 3 Michelin Star Restaurant in London. A must for Culinary Connoisseurs Restaurant Gordon Ramsay offers simple French cuisine enthusing the senses with subtle flavours, creative flair and a delicate finesse.

On September 5th 2006, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay re-opened following a £1 million refurbishment. Combining contemporary elegance, exquisite cuisine and unparalleled service, Restaurant Gordon Ramsay opened in 1998 and by 2001 the restaurant gained three Michelin stars which it retains today. The re-design of the 44-cover restaurant has been undertaken by David Collins, the internationally acclaimed designer who designed the original interior over 21years ago as his first restaurant project.

2008

26th January, 23rd February, 29th March, 26th April, 31st May, 28th June

Price: £345 per person for the Master Class.
Time: 9.30am – 12.30pm followed by lunch.
Maximum Nos: 12 for the class
Chef: Mark Askew or Simone Zanoni

You can invite a few guests to join you for lunch at 12.30pm

£120 per person for additional lunch guest

 

     

For prices not listed please email ss@tastingplaces.com or call 020 8964 5333

 

     
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