Come and join us for an introduction to cooking, an engaging and fun course suitable for anyone over the age of 18. It’s an ideal way to learn these important life skills, perfect if you are at university or planning on moving out of the family home.
Our small group course will be taught here at Babylon, and show you the skills to make cracking meals to impress!
Get taught basic nutrition and cooking skills in a nurturing and fun environment. The day will be focused on hands on, experiential learning with a ‘show and do’ approach which incorporates as much cooking as possible into the sessions.
Who’s this course for?
ANYONE OVER THE AGE OF 18
This course is perfect if you’ve finished full time education and are currently at university, if you’re moving away from the family home or if you want to improve your culinary skills.
Aims of the course
KNIFE SKILLS
How to use a knife safely and efficiently. Different techniques, sharpening and the right knife for the right job.
CONFIDENCE
Gain confidence in the kitchen, to enable you to get creative and cook a few basic but tasty meals.
NUTRITIONAL KNOWLEDGE
The basic ability of how to build nutritionally balanced meals.
WORK COLLABORATIVELY
As well as being able to work independently, there will be an emphasis on the positive benefits of working alongside others.
Dates and details
DATE & TIME
Saturday 4th and 5th January 2025. Beginning at 10.00am and finishing at 2.00pm. Lunch will be provided and you’ll be able to take home the delicious food you’ve made.
DURATION
Either choose to do one day or both days.
CLASS SIZE
With a maximum of six participants that classes are small enough to ensure that you benefit from Alex’s expertise.
THE COST (PER PERSON)
£60 Per day
Meet your teacher
ALEX VON RIEBECH
Alex is one of the chefs here at Babylon. He was the Chef proprietor of The Limetree Kitchen (the top rated restaurant in Lewes) and has a passion for creating delicious food with a fantastic attention to detail.
Lesson structure
DAY ONE
Welcome snack on arrival and introductions.
LEARN HOW TO MAKE
- Mango lassi
- Ugandan Rolex
- Scrambled eggs
- Basic chicken curry with rice
- Dal
- Flat bread
- Kachumber salad
- Custard with apple compote
DAY TWO
Welcome to day two!
LEARN HOW TO MAKE
- Blueberry pancakes
- Banana, honey and oat smoothie
- Beef ragu
- Prawn and vegetable stir fry
- Bechamel sauce
- Lasagne
Please note:
We will be preparing and cooking meat.
The location
Location
Cooking with students will be held at Babylon Eco Centre, a welcoming destination for food and horticulture located on the edge of the Ashdown Forest.
What next? Book your place!
Fill out the form to request your place on this unique opportunity to expand and enhance your cooking skills. Alex will be in touch to confirm your place and take payment.
IMPORTANT: We will need to know if you have any allergies.
Any questions?
Please email Alex at Babylon.