Cookery Courses Calendar

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January

February

March
Delicious Dinner Parties The programme includes menu planning, table setting, food presentation and signature recipes to ensure the most delicious of dinner parties. Package includes 4 x cookery sessions with the expert tutors at Ballyknocken Cookery School. Full suite of recipes included. Accommodation is not included. This course will run on Monday March 8th and Tuesday March 9th	Mon, 8 of March 10	2 Days	€ 250	Join waiting list
Spoil your Mother! 2 nights accommodation, coffee/tea and cake on arrival, a 4 course dinner served on Saturday evening, and a special Mothering Sunday breakfast. Optional Extra: Join our Catherine's Southern Italian Kitchen Cookery Class on the Saturday morning for only an additional €110pp.	Fri, 12 of March 10	Weekend Package	€ 175pps
Catherines Southern Italian Kitchen Recipes straight 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 lunch / tasting plates	Sat, 13 of March 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
St. Patricks Day Family Dinner Go green, local, organic artisan foods.	Sat, 13 of March 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110	Join waiting list
Seasonal Spring Entertaining Try these recipes for your spring party using seasonal local ingredients. Hands on and tasting plate.Wicklow Rosemary Lamb and a Lemongrass Pannacotte are amongst the recipes.  Hands on with tasting plate	Sun, 14 of March 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Chinese Made Easy Learn how to make some Chinese recipes (springrolls, duck with pak choi, sweet and sour chicken )that will become your favourites in our new chinese demonstration class with tastings!	Sun, 14 of March 10	2.30pm - 4.30pm	€ 79	Join waiting list
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Fri, 19 of March 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Fabulous Mains and Deserts 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 tastings	Sat, 20 of March 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110	Join waiting list
Grow Your Own with Wendy Nairn - 3 sessions Hands on gardening master class with renowned gardening expert Wendy Nairn. Featured in the class is composting, growing your own summer veg including edible flowers and herbs. The other dates are April 18th and May 16th	Sun, 21 of March 10	2.30pm - 4.30pm	€ 149 for 3 sessions
Tapas for Entertaining "A wonderful way to entertain – an informal Tapas evening.  Recipes are fantastic for light evening suppers at home.Just to mention a few in the line up: Chorizo & Cheese Mini Empanadillas, Fried Lemon Squid with Aioli and Patatas Bravas. Hands on with tasting plate."	Sun, 21 of March 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 25 of March 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 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	Sat, 27 of March 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Chocoholics The ultimate chocolatiere class! Homemade truffles, decadent hot chocolate, chocolate mousse cake, and mini Easter eggs. Hands on class with choccies to take home!	Sat, 27 of March 10	2.30pm - 5.30pm	€ 110
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 plates.	Sun, 28 of March 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110	Join waiting list

April
Catherines Taste of Tuscany Recipes straight from Catherine's RTE TV series. 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 lunch/tasting plates	Sat, 3 of April 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Catering for Communions and Confirmations Impress your family and friend by catering for the family communion or confirmation celebrations.  Tips on quantities, planning ahead and garnishing will be included. The guideline recipes are a selection of interesting canapes, fresh thyme soda bread, chicken and chorizo casserole, melon and feta salad, strawberry and chocolate cheesecake and much more.	Sat, 3 of April 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Children's Chocolate Workshop Hands on chocolate workshop for Children including chocolate brownies, complete with Easter egg hunt	Sun, 4 of April 10	10.30am - 12.30pm	€ 55
Italian For Children Classic Italian recipes for the children  ages 6 - 12yrs.  A morning of  Italian inspired fun - making pizza, pastas, sauces, salads and semi freddo	Tue, 6 of April 10	9.30am - 12.30pm	€ 55
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 8 of April 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
BBQ and Outdoor Entertaining 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	Sat, 10 of April 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, 11 of April 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 15 of April 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Spring and Summer One Pot Wonders With TVs one pot wonder women. This class is packed with delicious Spring and Summer one pot dishes.	Sat, 17 of April 10	11am - 3pm	€ 110
Grow Your Own with Wendy Nairn - Second Session Hands on gardening master class with renowned gardening expert Wendy Nairn. Featured in the class is composting, growing your own summer veg including edible flowers and herbs. The other dates are March 21st and May 16th	Sun, 18 of April 10	2.30pm - 4.30pm	€ 149 for 3 sessions
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.	Sat, 24 of April 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Catherines Southern Italian Kitchen Recipes straight 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 lunch / tasting plates	Sun, 25 of April 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 29 of April 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69

May
Fabulous Mains and Deserts 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 tastings	Sat, 1 of May 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Tapas for Entertaining "What a wonderful way to entertain – an informal 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 plates."	Sun, 2 of May 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 6 of May 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
BBQ and 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	Sat, 8 of May 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Flavours of the Mediterranean Enjoy a culinary tour around Spain, Morocco and Greece. Recipes include Empanada, Ajillo mushroom, Albondigas, Chicken Tagine with lemon couscous, Greek lamb casserole with feta and olives, typropitakia and tzatziki.  Hands on class including a tasting plate.	Sun, 9 of May 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, 9 of May 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 13 of May 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Cheating with Vegetables Demonstration class with TV chef Catherine Fulvio. Learn all the  tricks to cheat with vegetables to ensure your children get their 5 a day!  Demonstration and tastings!	Fri, 14 of May 10	10am - 12pm	€ 69
Catherines Taste of Tuscany Recipes straight from Catherine's RTE TV series. All the flavours from the North of Italy. Recipes include Tuscan Bean Soup, Chianti Beef Stew, working with parmesan polenta and an interesting olive oil apple cake and much more.. Hands on with lunch/tasting plates	Sat, 15 of May 10	12.30pm - 4.30pm	€ 110
Grow Your Own with Wendy Nairn - Third Session Hands on gardening master class with renowned gardening expert Wendy Nairn. Featured in the class is composting, growing your own summer veg including edible flowers and herbs. The other dates are March 21st and April 18th.	Sun, 16 of May 10	2.30pm - 4.30pm	€ 149 for 3 sessions
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	Sun, 16 of May 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Fri, 21 of May 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Breads and Baking Home baking class which includes making Mediterranean scones, Focaccia, grissini , chocolate brownies and Strawberry bread to name but a few. Hands on with treats to take home!	Sat, 22 of May 10	2.30pm - 5.30pm	€ 79
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, 23 of May 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 27 of May 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Catherines Southern Italian Kitchen Recipes straight 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 lunch / tasting plates	Sat, 29 of May 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
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 plates.	Sun, 30 of May 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110

June
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 3 of June 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Tapas for Entertaining "What a wonderful way to entertain – an informal Tapas evening.  Recipes are fantastic for light evening suppers at home.Just to mention a few in the line up: Chorizo & Cheese Mini Empanadillas, Fried Lemon Squid with Aioli and Patatas Bravas. Hands on with tasting plate."	Sat, 5 of June 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Back to Basics For complete beginners - the very basics from knife skills, herb identification and a demonstration  of easy recipes.  Demonstration with tastings.	Sun, 6 of June 10	2.30pm - 4.30pm	€ 79
Fabulous Fish 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 with TV chef Catherine Fulvio.	Sun, 6 of June 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 10 of June 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Vegetarian Delights A delicious course on vegetarian cooking with TV chef Catherine Fulvio.  Recipes include courgette and carrot bread, sweet potato roulade and moroccan vegetable casserole. Hands on with supper/tastings	Sat, 12 of June 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Summer Starters and Deserts Delicious seasonal recipes for starters and deserts. Smoked Salmon, Strawberry & Watercress Salad, Warm Mediterranean Peppers with Knockdrinna Snow Goats Cheese & Lemon Thyme Vinaigrette and Yoghurt Panna Cotta are samples of this course.	Sun, 13 of June 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
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, 13 of June 10	2.30pm - 5pm	€ 55 per adult & €35 per child
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 17 of June 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Fathers Day Weekend Package 2 night accommodation, coffee/tea and cake on arrival, a 4 course dinner served on Saturday evening, and a special Fathers Day Sunday breakfast. Optional Extra: Join our Men only Cookery Class on the Saturday morning for only an additional €110pp.	Fri, 18 of June 10	Weekend Package	€ 175pps
Men Only! Treat your Father to a  Men Only class - "The Spice Trial". Hands on class making different curries, accompliments and an decadent chocolate dessert.   Hands on with tasting plate	Sat, 19 of June 10	2.30pm - 6.30pm	€ 110
Eggstra Special Class Dermot Byrne from Chicken Coops will teach you all you need to know about raising your own chickens and Catherine Fulvio will demonstration some tasty recipes for cookery with their produce.	Sun, 20 of June 10	2.30pm - 4.30pm	€ 55
A Taste of Tuscany Recipes straight from Catherine's RTE TV series. All the flavours from the North of Italy. Recipes include Tuscan Bean Soup, Chianti Beef Stew, working with parmesan polenta and an interesting olive oil apple cake and much more.. Hands on with lunch/tasting plates	Sun, 20 of June 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110
Easy Entertaining Bring a group of 10 friends for a fun filled demonstration evening.  Develop new skills for impressive and easy entertaining -  Sundried Tomato & Olive Scones, Spicy Sweet Potato  and Coriander Soup, Sweet & Spicy Salmon with Sweet Chilli Dipping Sauce, Oriental Green Salad, and Petit Pots au Chocolate.	Thu, 24 of June 10	7pm - 8.30pm	€ 69
Catherines Southern Italian Kitchen Recipes straight 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 tasting plate	Sat, 26 of June 10	3.30pm - 7.30pm	€ 110
BBQ and 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	Sun, 27 of June 10	9.30am - 1.30pm	€ 110

July

August

September

October

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