COOKERY SCHOOL
INSPIRED BY WHAT’S IN SEASON AND GROWING ON OUR ORGANIC FARM, JOIN OUR TEAM OF PASSIONATE COOKERY TUTORS IN OUR BEAUTIFUL SCHOOL FOR AN UNFORGETTABLE DAY OF DELICIOUS FOOD, CULINARY INSIGHTS AND PLENTY OF FUN.
If you have a Cookery School voucher with an expiry date before 15 June 2023 please call The Cookery School on 01608 731 620 or send an email to thecookeryschool@daylesford.com
MEET OUR TUTORS
MATT WEEDON
Matt has earned multiple accolades including Michelin stars at two of the restaurants he headed. Matt's French-inflected style of cooking has inspired our new course Classic French Cooking which includes many of his favourite tried and tested dishes.
JAMES DEVONSHIRE
Yorkshire-born James believes that you’re never too young to appreciate good, simple food and never too old to start learning to cook it! Our ever popular Italian Kitchen and Pizza From Scratch courses were born from James' passion for Italian cuisine where he shares inspiring recipes along with his knowledge from years of experience working in some of the best restaurants in the Cotswolds!
STEVE BULMER
Steve’s cookery skills were developed at Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK, France and the USA, most significantly at Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons. Steve has an abundance of culinary knowledge and has a love for all things wild, you'll often find him foraging for rare herbs and ingredients around Daylesford which he'll transform into incredible dishes and drinks across our courses and his renowned Chef's Table Suppers.
NEW FOR 2025 VIEW ALL COURSES
Join us for an exclusive seasonal supper club at our cookery school, where culinary craftsmanship meets intimate dining.
Join us for an exclusive seasonal supper club at our cookery school, where culinary craftsmanship meets intimate dining.
Join us for an exclusive seasonal supper club at our cookery school, where culinary craftsmanship meets intimate dining.
CHANGE THE WAY YOU COOK FOREVER
Let our Tutors teach you how to cook in tune with the seasons, whether you are a beginner wanting to learn new skills or a confident cook, our imaginative courses and in-depth masterclasses will inspire your cooking at home as you learn valuable skills, new recipes and artisan techniques.
PRIVATE & GROUP BOOKINGS
Our Cookery School is the perfect setting for team away-days, memorable weekends with friends, celebrating special birthdays or marking important milestones.
From private cookery courses to intimate Chef's Table Suppers, contact us to find out how we can create you a bespoke experience at our Cookery School.
COOKERY SCHOOL VOUCHERS
A wonderful way to give new skills, memorable experiences and encourage budding passions.
Fabulous Seasonal Dinner Party Course
"I absolutely loved the Seasonal Dinner Party course. Steve and James were both brilliant - the recipes were delicious and can definitely be tried at home. Their love of food and cooking is infectious! I would definitely do another course."
May 2022
Great Seasonal Dinner Party day!
"We spent a great day learning how to create a Seasonal Dinner Party along with various tips like knife skills and cooking techniques - James and James and their team were very informative, patient and relaxed and we came away with cookery confidence (and full tummies!)! It was lovely looking round the farm a little too! Thank you everyone!"
February 2022
The Perfect Evening!
"Excellent evening at the Daylesford Cookery School, where James, Ione and Sophie hosted our family dinner to celebrate Dad’s 60th. Food was fabulous and great to see the chefs prepare it in front of us. Outstanding presentation and flavours, James really facilitated our enjoyment and was very engaging, explaining each dish and the paired wine, he’s a master of his trade. I’d highly recommend the chefs table experience for anyone wanting to celebrate; a very memorable and lovely time. Thanks James, Ione and Sophie."
April 2022
Can't wait to come back
"I was finally able to do the Artisan Bread Course at Daylesford yesterday and it was so worth the wait!
I can’t believe how much we made, how much we ate and drank and how much we learnt. James is so knowledgeable and I learnt so many new kneading techniques and tips about bread making. Just ordered myself many kilos of their preferred flour and can’t wait to get on with some bread at home.
Honestly I would recommend their courses to anyone. It’s a highly enjoyable day and I can’t wait to book another."
February 2022
CONTACT US
Whether you are undecided on which of our courses to choose, are planning a special occasion or simply have a question about the Cookery School we would love to hear from you.
Call us on 01608 731 620
Email us thecookeryschool@daylesford.com
RECIPES
There is nothing that feeds our souls more than gathering friends and family around the table, or cooking something satisfying simply for ourselves. Over the year we gather inspiration from our farm and kitchens to share recipes that reflect our commitment to seasonal, nutritious food that is full of flavour.
We serve a version of this dish in the restaurants and on the food to go menus at Daylesford year-round.
We’ve used our new peanut butter in this dressing but cashew butter is also excellent. Make extra and use the dressing to add punchy flavour to other dishes such as salads, grain bowls, noodles, fish and chicken.
For the slaw, feel free to vary the ingredients depending on what’s in season, or what you have handy.
Quick and simple, with no kneading or proving required, soda bread is the perfect loaf for those just beginning on a bread making journey.
Prepare and bake if you are suddenly out of bread in the house, serve in hearty chunks with warm soup, or alongside smoked mackerel pâté, fresh salad leaves and pickled cucumber as a rustic starter. But without fail, the very best way to serve this delicious loaf is warm from the oven with generous layers of homemade butter – just as we do on our Artisan Bread Making courses at our Cookery School.
A recipe to celebrate the quintessential taste of spring: British asparagus. The perfect, fresh and seasonal supper from our Cookery School.
Perfect enjoyed after a dinner party or with a cup of afternoon tea or coffee.
