AMATEUR COOKING COURSES

1. DECORATION IN THE KITCHEN - 4 HRS (1 day) Creative plate decoration techniques. How to make a simple plate turn into something that is both intriguing and elegant which will pleasantly surprise your guests. 110.00 euros - or 95 euros for hotel guests. Minimum 2 people. For groups of 4 or more: 25% discount. 2. SPECIAL MEALS - 8 HRS (2 days) Two afternoons in which one will discover how to make delicious yet simple recipes with the help of our Head Chef. Each course will also include a theory element (explanation of the dishes, their cooking times and ingredients) as well as a tasting session of the meals prepared that day. 150.00 euros - or 110 euros for hotel guests. Minimum 2 people. For groups of 4 or more: 25% discont. 3. HAPPY HOUR - FINGER FOOD - 4 HRS (1 day) Increasingly popular throughout the main towns and cities of Italy and Europe finger food has come to represent a pleasant alternative to dinner. This creative course will allow you to keep up with this current food trend as well as surprise and delight your guests. 110.00 euros - 95.00 euros for hotel guests. Minimum 2 people. For groups of 4 or more: 25% discount. You will be advised as to whether the course will take place in the morning or afternoon at booking.

PROFESSIONAL COOKING COURSE

CHEF COURSE - 16 HRS (4 days) This course allows the public the opportunity to learn and gain a professional approach and insight from our Head Chef; the course has a total length of 16hrs, spread over 4 days. Each course will include both a theory element (6 hrs) and a practical element (10 hrs) as well as a tasting session of the dishes prepared that day. Areas to be covered by the course: Nutrition Kitchen organisation New technology Kitchen techniques The proper cleaning and slicing of each type of food, preparation of starters, meat/fish pasta dishes, meat/fish main courses and side dishes. Savoury and sweet pastries. Bread-making and bread-leavening techniques. 400.00 euros - 320.00 euros for hotel guests. Minimum 2 people. For groups of 4 or more: 25% discount. Included in the cost of the course is a recipe book of Tuscan cooking as well as a professional jacket/uniform. You will be advised as to whether the course will take place in the morning or the afternoon at booking.