*** LAST POSTAL DATE *** Wednesday 17th December is the last date we can ship any orders placed through our online Boutique. Kindly note that any order placed after 2pm on 17th December will not be processed until Friday 23rd January 2026. The Waterside Inn is closed for annual holidays from Monday 22nd December 2025 to Thursday 22nd January 2026 inclusive.
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At A Glance
COOK & TASTE
includes lunch in the Culinary School
  • Duration: 9.00am-3.00pm
  • Level Of Ability: All
  • Class Size: Maximum 6 budding chefs
  • Price: £390.00 per person
What To Expect

“Truly a magical experience.” Guest review

Discover the magic of plant-based and how to create tasty vegan and vegetarian dishes as Chef Instructor, Michael Nizzero takes you on an exciting culinary journey. Elevating vegetables, fruits, nuts and grains into delicious dining creations, you will learn how to unlock vibrant flavours and professional techniques with an appetising 3-course menu. Ideal if you are looking for healthy recipe inspiration with dishes that taste as good as they look.

What you will make:
• Wild mushroom risotto with vegan feta and rocket salad pesto
• Root vegetable in puff pastry with crushed butternut purée and spinach coulis
• Apple and pear crumble with almond ice-cream (vegan)

What Else Is Included
  • Access to Michel Roux OBE’s private library
  • Welcome breakfast with tea, coffee and fresh from the oven pastries courtesy of our Head Baker
  • Champagne apéritif and canapés
  • Behind the scenes tour of The Waterside Inn’s kitchen to witness its brigade in action during service
  • Lunch in the Culinary School – enjoy your dish creations with your Chef Instructor and fellow students
  • A special goody bag gift from Alain Roux including Culinary School apron, embroidered tote bag, bespoke certificate – signed by Alain Roux, cookery book, step-by-step recipe guide
  • A dedicated space is provided for the safekeeping of your personal items
What To Wear

We advise you to wear trousers and flat, comfortable shoes. Everything else you need will be provided and we do all the clearing up!

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