Saturday 2 May, 9.00 to 11.30am & Thursday 7 May, 5.30 to 8.00pm                  $50.00

Learn the basics of Thai cookery, including how to make those delicious pastes, as well as several entrees and main courses.

 

MEAT, STOCKS & SAUCES                                           

Monday 11 May, 5.30 to 8.00pm & Saturday 16 May, 9.00 to 11.30am                 $50.00

The class that has “changed the lives” of many! The basics of cooking meat, including the secret of getting that steak just right, as well as several basic stocks used to produce some wonderful sauces.

 

ENTREES II

Thursday 28 May, 5.30 to 8.00pm                                                                        $50.00

This course will include a stunning selection of easy yet stunning hot entrées and salads for the winter months.

 

BREAD-MAKING II

Saturday 6 June, 9.00 to 11.30am & Thursday 11 June, 5.30 to 8.00pm              $50.00

Our second breadmaking course, more advanced than the first, unlocks the secrets of making ciabatta from a ‘biga’ starter, as well as a sourdough from a ‘pane acido’starter.

 

COFFEE BARISTA TRAINING                               

Saturday 13 June, 10.00 to 11.30am & Monday 13 July, 5.30 to 7.00pm              $30.00

Learn how to store and grind your beans, as well as how to froth milk and make the perfect cup of coffee.  Only 6 per class for a more ‘hands-on’ approach.

 

SPEEDY SUPPERS                                                       

Monday 15 June, 5.30 to 8.00pm                                                                      $50.00

In this class, we focus on healthy and tasty ‘fast food’ for those with busy lives!

 

BAY OF PLENTY ON A PLATE

Saturday 20 June, 9.00 to 11.30am                                                                  $50.00

Following on from his recent appearance on Sky TV’s ‘NZ on a Plate’, Chef Peter Blakeway demonstrates several easy but stunning recipes using regional produce.

 

MATAHUI LODGE DEMO DINNERS                                                               $125.00 pp

Saturday 27 June, 7.00 to 10.00pm – Taste of France

Saturday 29 August, 7.00 to 10.00pm – Flavours of North Africa & Middle East

Join us for an evening of cooking demo, 4 course dinner & fine wines at Matahui Lodge, Katikati.  You can even stay the night at this wonderful 5 star lodge!

 

DESSERTS II                                                                 

Saturday 4 July, 9.00 to 11.30am                                                                                             $50.00

A great selection of classic hot desserts, perfect for the cooler months.

 

COOKING FOR KIDS I (AGE 6 TO 10)          

Wednesday 8 July, 10.00 to 11.30am                                                              $30.00

Learn how to make delicious gourmet pizzas from scratch, as well as sweetcorn fritters & gluten free blueberry friands.  Only 6 children per class for a more ‘hands-on’ approach.

 

COOKING FOR KIDS II (AGE 10 TO 14)                         

Thursday 9 July, 10.00 to 11.30am                                                                                          $30.00

During this session we will be making fresh pasta with a couple of different sauces and our famous chocolate and raspberry brownies.  Only 6 per class.

 

COOKING FOR KIDS III                                        

Wednesday 15 July, 10.00 to 11.30am                                                            $30.00

Learn safe knife skills, how to make savoury crepes with an easy yummy sauce and classic crème brulée. Only 6 children per class.

 

COOKING FOR KIDS IV                                        

Thursday 16 July, 10.00 to 11.30am                                                                $30.00

A brand new class for kids!  Learn how to produce a 3 course meal for your family, including Roasted Peppers, Steak with Polenta Croûtes & Lemon Posset.

 

LOVE FOOD, HATE WASTE?

Sat 25 July, 9.00 to 11.30am                                                                             $50.00

Learn how to plan weekly meals like a chef, cooking foods once and using them in two or three different ways, saving time, money and reducing our carbon footprint.

 

CHEESE-MAKING                                                          

Mon 3 August, 5.30 to 8.00pm & Sat 8 August, 9.00 to 11.30am                         $50.00

Another new class, where we discover the basics of making ricotta and a variety of soft cheese, as well as a waxed cheddar.  We also include a couple of recipes with cheese.

 

A TASTE OF CHINA

Thursday 13 August, 5.30 to 8.00pm                                                                $50.00

The essence of Chinese cookery, including tips for stir-frying perfect meat, poultry, fish and vegetables, as well as several easy sauces.

 

FLAVOURS OF NORTH AFRICA & THE MIDDLE EAST   

Saturday 22 August, 9.00 to 11.00am                                                              $50.00

A wonderfully evocative demonstration, focusing on the variety of cooking techniques, ingredients and spices particular to this region of the world.

 

COOKING METHODS II – BRAISING, STEWING & POACHING

Thursday 27 August, 5.30 to 8.00pm                                                                $50.00

Create comforting dishes in advance that are a complete meal in one, using traditionally cheaper, less tender cuts of meat, as well as one pot accompaniments and desserts.

 

Classes are held at:

Deli on Devonport (next to Westpac Bank), 22 Devonport Road, Tauranga

T/F: 07 578 9285    E: info@plenti.co.nz    W: www.plenti.co.nz

 

The session price includes  a beverage plus all recipes and tastings.  We cannot confirm places without FULL payment prior to the class.  We cannot confirm places without FULL payment prior to the class.  Plenti Cookschool reserves the right to cancel classes if the required minimum of 8 participants is not met, but will endeavour to give at least 48 hours’ notice of cancellation.  A full refund will be given or a credit towards a future class.