A choice of one-day speciality courses

The Olive Tree Cookery School offer a wide variety of cookery courses across various skill levels. There are over 15 courses to choose from so you will be sure to find a course that suits your needs.
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Whether you are looking to make a career in cooking or just developing your culinary skills for the home, there really is something for everyone.

​On all of our cookery courses any food that you don't eat for lunch or that you cook after lunch, you can take home with you to enjoy with your family or friends.
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These courses are for a maximum of 6 students and run from 9.30am to 2pm (unless stated otherwise), with lunch. Prices given are per person. We also offer evening classes !

If you wish to book more than one space, please contact us to check availability.
Looking for the perfect gift?
Then why not buy that special person a cookery experience they'll never forget.
We have a range of courses to choose from, and with prices from just £80, this would make the perfect gift for any budding chef. All you need to do is pick the course and purchase the voucher for the amount of the course. Please let us know which course you have chosen.
Please contact Giuseppe via email if the amount of the voucher you’d like to purchase is not listed and he will organise that for you.
Mad about Mushrooms
Mad about Mushrooms
12 October 2024 - 9.30am - 3pm 
19 October 2024 - 9.30am - 3pm 
Weather and seasonal conditions permitting, students will spend the morning on the foray led by Giuseppe. Back to the kitchen, Giuseppe will demonstrate how to clean, prepare and conserve various mushrooms, before taking students through a menu suitable for the most passionate mushroom eater.
Sample menu:
Sauteed Wild Mushrooms, Parma Ham and Parmesan Shavings Crostini • Wild Mushrooms Risotto • Venison Loin with Porcini Sauce and Polenta  
​If you wish to book, please check availability with Giuseppe before you purchase a class.
Seafood
Seafood
24th February 2024 - 9.30am - 3pm - £145pp 
A day spent preparing, filleting and cooking fresh fish; shellfish and crustaceans; preparation and recipes for local crab and lobster, scallops, sea bass, clams and mussels.
Sample menu:
Crab Crostini with Cherry Tomato and Avocado • Lobster & Asparagus Risotto • Sea Bass in a Salt Crust​
​If you wish to book, please check availability with Giuseppe before you purchase a class.