Cookery Courses Calendar

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June

July
BBQ & Outdoor Dining The complete BBQ and outdoor dining course. Delicious recipes such as Hot sweet and sticky chicken drumsticks, sweet and spicy salmon cutlets and spinach and orange salad are a taste of this class. Hands on with tasting plates/ light lunch	Sat, 24 of July 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
A Taste of Spain and Tapas What a wonderful way to entertain – an informal Spanish and Tapas evening.  Recipes are fantastic for light evening suppers at home.Just to mention a few in the line up: Chorizo & Cheese Mini Empanadillas, Lemon Squid with Aioli and Patatas Bravas. Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sat, 31 of July 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110	Join waiting list

August
BBQ & Outdoor Dining The complete BBQ and outdoor dining course. Delicious recipes such as Hot sweet and sticky chicken drumsticks, sweet and spicy salmon cutlets and spinach and orange salad are a taste of this class. Hands on with tasting plates / light lunch	Sat, 7 of August 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110
* AS SEEN ON TV * Catherine's Italian Kitchen Recipes from Catherine's RTE TV series. All the flavours of Southern Italy. Learn how to make delicious Italian dishes such as pasta and ravioli with great sauces, and chocolate truffle torte. Hands on with light lunch / tasting plates.	Sun, 8 of August 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
**NEW DATE ** Head Chef, Junior Chef Adults and Children Bonding in the Kitchen.  All welcome for a fun Hands on childrens and Adults cookery class including a tasting plate. The recipes include classic lemonade, chicken tortillas, sweet potato, chicken and coconut curry and a chocolate fondue.	Sun, 8 of August 10	2.30pm - 5pm	€ 55 Adults €35 Children
A Taste of Provence Take a culinary trip to the south of France where the flavours of the med abound. Guideline recipes include Tapenade, Fish Chowder (Aigo Sau) and Provencal Beef and Olive Daube. Hands on with tasting plate/light lunch	Sat, 14 of August 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110
Breads and Baking Express Express Home baking class which includes Mediterranean scones, Focaccia, Grissini , Chocolate Brownies and Strawberry bread to name but a few. Demonstration class with tastings.	Sun, 15 of August 10	9.30am - 11.30am	€ 69
A Taste of Vietnam All of the distinct flavours from Vietnam.  Bo Luc Lac (a Vietnamese Beef Salad with a Ginger & Lime Dressing) and Cha Bun are a sampling of this class.  Hands on with tasting plate / light lunch.	Sat, 21 of August 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110
Stephen Caviston's Fish Course Seafood with Stephen Caviston - Interactive demo with lots of tastings! Recipes include moules marniere, clam chowder and potted shrimps.	Sun, 22 of August 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Catherine's Taste of Tuscany All the flavours from the North of Italy. Recipes include Tuscan Bean Soup, working with polenta and an interesting olive oil apple cake and much more.. Hands on with light lunch/tasting plates.	Sun, 22 of August 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
* New Class * Back to School Suppers Back to School Suppers Now that the children are back to school it's time to start preparing tasty suppers which are quick and easy to do! Hands on with tastings/ light lunch.	Sat, 28 of August 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110
Quick and Easy Entertaining As the months change, we have yet more quick , no fuss, versatile recipes for our hectic lifestyles to dazzle your friends! Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sun, 29 of August 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110

September
* AS SEEN ON TV * Catherine's Italian Kitchen Catherine's Italian Kitchen Recipes from Catherine's RTE TV series. All the flavours of Southern Italy. Learn how to make delicious Italian dishes such as pasta and ravioli with great sauces, and chocolate truffle torte. Hands on with light lunch / tasting plates.	Sat, 4 of September 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110
Gourmet Cooking on a Budget Smart tips and easy to follow recipes for fantastic flavoursome food to save time and money!. The following recipes are a taste: Pesto spiral soda scones, red lentil and coconut soup, roasted butternut squash and sage risotto and for dessert mini chocolate pots! Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sun, 5 of September 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Fabulous Mains and Desserts Our secret recipes are guaranteed to put the Zest back into your dinner party! The recipes include tagine of chicken, haddock with sage and prosciutto, mini chocolate pots and a classic lemon tart to name but a few.   Hands on with tastings/ light lunch	Sat, 11 of September 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
NEW DATE - Stress Free Party Food NEW CLASS - Tasty and easy to prepare party food with Ballyknocken's expert tutors. Hands on class complete with tasting plates/ light lunch	Sun, 12 of September 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
* New Class * Catherine's Roman Holiday They say all roads lead to Rome! This class is packed full of recipes from "Catherine's Roman Holiday" TV series as well as recipes with influences from other parts of Italy. Hands on with tasting plate/light lunch.	Sat, 18 of September 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Breads and Baking Express Express Home baking class which includes Mediterranean scones, Focaccia, Grissini , Chocolate Brownies and Strawberry bread to name but a few. Demonstration class with tastings.	Sun, 19 of September 10	9.30am - 11.30am	€ 69
* New Class * Starters, Soups and Mains! In this class we share our delicous recipes for the ultimate tasty starters, soups and main courses using the best local and seasonal produce. Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sat, 25 of September 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110	Join waiting list
* New Class * Wok 'n' Roll Our newest addition to our class schedule. Learn how to cook delicious and tasty asian food as well as prepare sushi. Hands on with tasting/ light supper.	Sun, 26 of September 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
One Pot Wonders One Pot Wonders With TVs "One Pot Wonder Woman". Chicken Tagine, Green Banana Curry and Blueberry and Pear Clafoutis are  a delicious taste of this class. Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sun, 26 of September 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110

October
* New Class * Friday Night Supper Club Hands on class in making your own delicious meal followed by a candle lit dinner in Ballyknocken House. Smoked Salmon, watercress and strawberry salad, Red Lentil Soup and Baileys truffle torte are a delicious taste of this class.	Fri, 1 of October 10	6.30pm	€ 69
Gourmet Cooking on a Budget Smart tips and easy to follow recipes for fantastic flavoursome food to save time and money!. The following recipes are a taste: Pesto spiral soda scones, red lentil and coconut soup, roasted butternut squash and sage risotto and for dessert mini chocolate pots! Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sat, 2 of October 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110
* AS SEEN ON TV * Catherine's Italian Kitchen Catherine's Italian Kitchen Recipes from Catherine's RTE TV series. All the flavours of Southern Italy. Learn how to make delicious Italian dishes such as pasta and ravioli with great sauces, and chocolate truffle torte. Hands on with light lunch / tasting plates.	Sun, 3 of October 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Quick and Easy Entertaining Delicious Quick and Easy Autumn recipes for entertaining. Hands on with tasting plate/light lunch.	Sat, 9 of October 10	11.15am - 3.15pm	€ 110
Tapas Express A quick introduction into the delicious world of Tapas. Recipes in the line up include Chorizo & Cheese Mini Empanadillas, Fried Lemon Squid with Aioli and Patatas Bravas. Demonstration with tasting plate.	Sun, 10 of October 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 69
* NEW CLASS * Cooking the Classics A full day cookery course at Ballyknocken Cookery School, where we show you the classics! We will teach you how to cook a wide range of classics dishes using a variety of cooking techniques. Hands on with tastings.	Fri, 15 of October 10	9.30am - 5.30pm	€ 195
Fabulous Mains and Desserts Our secret recipes are guaranteed to put the Zest back into your dinner party! The recipes include Wicklow rosemary lamb with mint & apple chutney, orange chorizo chicken, Vietnamese style beef salad and a classic lemon tart. Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch	Sat, 16 of October 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Wine Master Class - New World Wines New World Wines. Australia vs. Argentina - no we're not talking rugby, we're talking the fine art of new world wine making as we explore the Southern Hemisphere.	Sun, 17 of October 10	2.30pm - 4pm	€ 55
A Taste of Autumn Delicious seasonal recipes for entertainign guests. Recipes include Butternut Squash, Sage & Apple Soup, Chicken Tagine and Petit Pots au Chocolate. Hands on with tastings/ light lunch.	Sun, 17 of October 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
* New Class * Catherine's Roman Holiday They say all roads lead to Rome! This class is packed full of recipes from "Catherine's Roman Holiday" TV series as well as recipes with influences from other parts of Italy. Hands on with tasting plate/light lunch.	Sat, 23 of October 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
One Pot Wonders One Pot Wonders with TVs "One Pot Wonder Woman". Chicken Tagine, Green Banana Curry and Blueberry and Pear Clafoutis are  a delicious taste of this class. Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sun, 24 of October 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
* New Class * Starters, Soups and Mains! In this class we share our delicous recipes for the ultimate tasty starters, soups and main courses using the best local and seasonal produce. Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sat, 30 of October 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Halloween Head Chef, Junior Chef Adults and Children Bonding in the Kitchen.  All welcome for a fun hands on Halloween themed cookery class including a tasting plate.	Sun, 31 of October 10	10.30am - 1pm	€ 55 Adults €35 Children

November
* New Class * Light your fire - Winter BBQ BBQing for winter! BBQ'S are not just for the summer - think warm merlots, orange glazed spatchcock chicken, venison steaks, garlic field mushrooms, warm saffron tomato salad and more. Hands on class with tasting plate/ light supper.	Sat, 6 of November 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
* AS SEEN ON TV * Catherine's Italian Kitchen Catherine's Italian Kitchen Recipes from Catherine's RTE TV series. All the flavours of Southern Italy. Learn how to make delicious Italian dishes such as pasta and ravioli with great sauces, and chocolate truffle torte. Hands on with light lunch / tasting plates.	Sat, 6 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
A Taste of Vietnam All of the distinct flavours from Vietnam.  Bo Luc Lac (a Vietnamese Beef Salad with a Ginger & Lime Dressing) and Cha Bun are a sampling of this class.  Hands on with tasting plate / light lunch.	Sun, 7 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Christmas Baking The essential Christmas baking class. All you need to know to make your own delicious chirstmas bakes.Recipes include Christmas Pudding, Mince Pies and Yule log to name but a few. Hands on with tastings and baking to take home.	Sat, 13 of November 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Gourmet Cooking on a Budget Smart tips and easy to follow recipes for fantastic flavoursome food to save time and money!. The following recipes are a taste: Pesto spiral soda scones, red lentil and coconut soup, roasted butternut squash and sage risotto and for dessert mini chocolate pots! Hands on with tasting plate/ light lunch.	Sat, 13 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Fabulous Fish Ballyknocken's own fish masterclass! Cod with Asparagus and Prosciutto, Provencal Fish Chowder with Rouille and Moroccan Style Fish with Spinach are all a delicious taste of this class. Hands on class complete with tastings/light lunch.	Sun, 14 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Winter Entertaining Delicious seasonal recipes for entertaining friends and family this Winter! Recipes include Warm Herb Wine, Chinese Style Beef with Crushed Parsnips, Roasted Monkfish with Pesto and Pear and Polenta Cake to name but a few! Hands on with light lunch / tasting plates	Sat, 20 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
* New Class* Catherine's Roman Holiday They say all roads lead to Rome! This class is packed full of recipes from "Catherine's Roman Holiday" TV series as well as recipes with influences from other parts of Italy. Hands on with tasting plate/light lunch.	Sun, 21 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Fabulous Mains and Desserts Our secret recipes are guaranteed to put the Zest back into your dinner party! The recipes include tagine of chicken, haddock with sage and prosciutto, mini chocolate pots and a classic lemon tart to name but a few.   Hands on with tastings/ light lunch	Sat, 27 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
A Taste of Thailand A Taste of the distinct flavours of Thailand. Important recipes in the class are Thai fresh rolls, fishcakes, red curry and Khao Nian Munn Mamnang ( A delicious mango dessert!!) Hands on with lunch / tasting plates.	Sun, 28 of November 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Stephen Caviston's Fish Course Seafood with Stephen Caviston - Interactive demo with lots of tastings! Recipes include moules marniere, clam chowder and potted shrimps.	Sun, 28 of November 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110

December
Cracking Christmas Let us help you to spice up your Christmas cooking with fresh ideas for the old reliables.  Wonderfully tasty recipes for the complete Christmas dinner. Morning demonstration with light lunch/tasting plates and recipes to take home.	Sat, 4 of December 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Children's Christmas Gift Bake Hands on children's class making delicious edible christmas gifts. Complete with goodies and recipes to take home.	Sun, 5 of December 10	10.30am - 12.30pm	€ 55

January

February

March

April

May

Notes:

• PRIVATE CLASSES for group of friends, families, colleagues welcomed.  Contact us for additional information
• CHILDREN’S COOKERY – whether for a birthday party or a group of friends, all welcome.  We usually allot time after school on Monday afternoon / evenings for such events.  Please ask for details: 0404 44627 / cfulvio@ballyknocken.com

Terms & Conditions

Please do recheck dates and times of classes, as they may change throughout the year

We reserve the right to cancel classes and of course, all monies will be refunded!
If you need to cancel, you must cancel within 3 weeks of the class date, in order to receive a refund or to reuse your gift voucher
We may change a recipe or two in a class, as it will depend on the availability of fresh ingredients