147 Culinary courses

Join us each evening as we taste several pairs of wines made from the same variety, but from different countries. Can you easily tell the difference between Syrah from the south of France and Shiraz from the Barossa Valley in Australia? By the end of the course you will!

We will not only share with you some of the fascinating history behind cocktail making, but we will also guide you through the making of 4 specially chosen cocktails. That's right, you will get to make the cocktails yourself. In addition to being a fun and relaxing interactive evening, you will also get to sip and enjoy your creations whilst we share fun anecdotes, tips and tricks that will help you impress your friends. The cocktails you will make have all been chosen to introduce you to the 4 main types of cocktail, built, shaken, stirred and topped. You will use all main spirits, from gin to bourbon, white and dark rums, vodka, cointreau ...

Discover the secrets of crafting the perfect espresso from the comfort of your home with our interactive Home Barista Workshop at Etude Coffee. In this immersive two-hour session, set in the inviting atmosphere of our local roastery, you'll explore the essentials of espresso creation under the guidance of our expert baristas. Designed for coffee lovers at any skill level, this workshop is dedicated to unraveling the intricacies of using a home espresso machine. From selecting the ideal beans to achieving the perfect grind and tamp, you'll gain hands-on experience in extracting that flawless espresso shot. Moreover, we'll delve into the art of milk texturing, enabling you to prepare velvety smooth lattes and cappuccinos that elevate your home coffee experience to new heights. Whether you're a novice aiming to improve your morning coffee routine or a seasoned enthusiast looking to polish your espresso-making skills, this workshop offers valuable insights, practical expertise, and a warm community of coffee aficionados.

MUCH WENLOCK FORAGING WORKSHOPS Unleash your wild and immerse yourself in the world of foraging with The Wild Cooke. This workshop offers the perfect opportunity to learn, get inspired, and find your inner forager. WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS ● Foraging basics: Get an introduction to spring wildfoods, including identification, harvesting, and foraging ethics. ● Cooking and preservation techniques: explore the possibilities of utilising nature's ingredients in your meals and discuss appropriate ways to store them. ● Wild picnic lunch: feeling hungry yet? The workshop ends with a seasonal foragers picnic. Sweets and drinks, too. Yum. DATES Summer ~ 16th August ~ 10.30am - 2.30pm Autumn ~ 4th August ~ 10.30am - 2.30pm

The start of your wine tasting journey! Spend a couple of hours in the company of one of our qualified tutors practicing how to swirl, sniff and slurp your way around a glass of wine: learn to taste both whites and reds like a pro!

Improve your coffee ritual with our "Home Brewing and Tasting" workshop at Etude Coffee, designed for those eager to master the art of brewing delicious coffee at home. In this engaging course, set within our roastery, you'll dive deep into the world of specialty coffee, exploring the nuances of brewing using the simple yet incredibly popular pour-over method, such as the V60. Throughout the workshop, our expert baristas will guide you step-by-step through the process of brewing the perfect cup. From the fundamentals of selecting the right coffee, understanding grind sizes, to mastering the pour-over technique, you'll gain the confidence and knowledge to replicate a barista-quality brew in the comfort of your own home. The journey doesn't stop at brewing. The highlight of our workshop is the tasting session, where you'll have the opportunity to taste a variety of coffees with different processing methods and origins. This sensory experience will not only enhance your appreciation for the diverse flavours and aromas coffee can offer but also teach you how these characteristics are influenced by each coffee's unique journey from bean to cup. Whether you're a coffee enthusiast looking to refine your brewing skills or a novice eager to learn the art of coffee making, our Home Brewing and Tasting workshop promises a rich, educational, and enjoyable experience. Spaces are limited to ensure a personalised and interactive atmosphere, so secure your spot now and start your journey towards becoming a home brewing expert.

Our Whisky Tastings provide step-by-step instruction in how to get the most from tasting single malt whisky. Wherever you live in Hampshire, you can get together, relax and indulge with Hampshire Wine School and like-minded students of all ages.

‘Both of these wines are [Grape X] from [Country Y] – so why is this one twice the price?’ It’s a question that we’re often asked, so for summer 2024, we’re putting on a trio of tastings to show what happens when you fork out some extra money. Each week, we’ll try four pairs of popular styles of wine, one bottle of we’ve bought for under £10, while the other has cost at least twice as much. And we’ll be trying each pair ‘blind’ – you’ll know what the wines are, but not which is in Glass 1 and which in Glass 2… We’ll have a chat about what it is in each case that makes one of the wines more expensive, then we’ll see which you prefer before revealing which is which. Do you have expensive tastes, or are you more at home with the cheap and cheerful? It’s a great opportunity to find out – and to taste some lovely wines!  The line-up for each week will be: Week 1 WHITES: New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc, Italian Pinot Grigio REDS: Australian Shiraz, Red Bordeaux Week 2 WHITES: Loire Sauvignon Blanc, South African Chenin Blanc REDS: Rioja, New Zealand Pinot Noir Week 3 WHITES: White Burgundy, German Dry Riesling REDS: Red Rhône, Argentine Malbec Each week’s tasting will include 8 wines, and there’ll be some tasty cheese as accompaniment. The cost for each tasting is £37.50, but if you book for all three sessions, the price will be just £100, saving £12.50.

World Malbec Day is April 17th, although for some reason it’s actually called Malbec World Day. Meanwhile, May 6th is International Sauvignon Blanc Day. So how about a very special event between the two to celebrate these very special grapes? It’s a great opportunity to see how the “Old World” originals such as Sancerre and Cahors stack up against their “New World” counterparts such as New Zealand Sauvignon and Argentine Malbec. But it’s also a chance to see the success that winemakers are having with the two grapes in other parts of the world. Expect to see a range of styles too – in previous years, we’ve kicked off the day with a sparkling Sauvignon Blanc, and finished with a fortified Malbec, for example. And we’ll have a dig through our cellars to see if we can find some rare older examples of both grapes We’ll taste 12 wines on the day (yes 6 of each!) with a break in the middle for a tasty two-course lunch. This is usually one of our most popular tastings, so do book soon to avoid disappointment

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