YOUR DAY AT THE COUNTRY COOKING SCHOOL WILL BE ABOUT ENJOYING THE BEAUTY AND CHARM OF THE NEW ZEALAND COUNTRYSIDE AND EXPLORING DELICIOUS AND INNOVATIVE FOOD AND RECIPES FEATURING THE FRESHEST, SEASONAL INGREDIENTS GROWN ON OUR FARM.
Full Day Class
We will start the class with cake, flavoured with fruit or nuts from the farm, tea and/or coffee. We will then cook for a bit before starting our forage through the vegetable gardens, orchards, chook run and farm. We will be looking for organically grown ingredients for our delicious four course seasonal lunch.
Active participation, questions and discussions are encouraged!
When lunch is ready, we will sit down together, open the local wine that will be matched to the dishes, and really enjoy ourselves.
At the end of each class you will have a set of easy-to-use recipes (that will become go-to recipes when you get home) and a kitchen gift to take home (perhaps a jar of a favourite Lavender’s Green condiment that you’ve learnt to make, like lemon curd).
- Class starts at 9.30am and finishes around 4pm
- The cost of the class includes morning tea, a four course meal matched with local wine, all recipes, and a gift to take home
- Cost: $200 per person
Fill Your Tins Class
Let’s do some home baking together then finish the class with an old fashioned, country high tea.
- Class starts at 1pm and finishes at 4pm
- Suitable for ages 10+
- Cost: $80 per person
FAQ
What do I need to bring? A winning attitude and a relaxed disposition. All equipment, writing material and recipes will be provided. Photos are encouraged.
What should I wear? Casual clothes with flat, covered in shoes. Gumboots if you have them and in winter, a warm coat
What else do I need to know? The maximum class size is eight people. Gather together family and friends to make this a truly memorable and intimate day.
What about food allergies? All the food served will be gluten free. Please let Mary know on booking if you have other food intolerances.
Are class times flexible? Class times can be flexible if your party is travelling to the Wairarapa by train. We can arrange transfers to and from the Featherston Train Station. Please ring to discuss. Classes are also available during the week, if you prefer. Please contact Mary to arrange. Mary can be contacted on: +64 274 836 181 if you have any questions.
Can I buy a gift voucher for a class? Gift vouchers are available on request and are valid for one year. They make a perfect gift for the cook in your life, for Mother’s or Father’s Day or for birthdays. Or just because, if you don’t need an excuse!
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I can curate classes for you and your friends. Do you have a significant birthday coming up or would you like to celebrate your hen’s party at The Country Cooking School and the Te Puhi farm? Or, would you like to bring your work colleagues out to a beautiful environment to have an “away day” or team building opportunity?
Please call or email Mary to discuss your ideas and arrange a booking.
Email: mary@lavendersgreen.co.nz
Phone: +64 274 836 181