Castle Leslie Cooking Classes - Hunting Lodge

The Cookery School opened in July 2006. Located in the restored original Victorian kitchens in the Castle, the learning space is a chef's dream. It houses one of the famous Molteni ovens - an unrivalled masterpiece - handcrafted to meet Noel and Castle Leslie's unique needs.
One of the best known cookery schools in Ireland and open all year round, the School offers cookery courses personally designed by our Masterchef Noel McMeel. Whether you're an experienced cook or a culinary novice, we run the right course to help you develop your skills.
The courses include a diverse and exciting range of evening, one-day and two-day cookery courses for up to twelve people such as 'Men Only', 'Guilt-free Cooking' and 'Food & Erotica'. Whichever you choose, the Cookery School is a relaxing distraction from modern-day stress, introducing you to new skills, new people, new tastes and new unforgettable experiences.
Why not combine a Cookery School experience with one of the luxury accommodation options at Castle Leslie or Hunting Lodge and create the perfect recipe for a luxury break in Ireland?
We also offer an Equi-chef package that combines time in the kitchen with time in the saddle. If that sounds too energetic, then the Victorian Spa will certainly appeal.
The Cookery School can be hired by private parties or corporate groups seeking an unusual team building exercise. Or choose the 'Chef's table' option that allows up to 18 guests to watch Noel and his chefs create a bespoke menu and then feast on their efforts.

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Evening Course  $90  (Euro 65)
1 day classes    $ 245  (Euro 185)
2 day classes    $ 465  (Euro 350)

Dates 2008: see complete schedule

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 Meeting: Castle Leslie, Hunting Lodge

Evening Courses
This includes a glass of wine and evening sampling from the Chef lasting from 7.00pm until 9.30pm. Up to 10 Guests sit around the demo area with a knife & fork and watch, learn and taste the delights produced by the MasterChef Noel McMeel.

Men-Only
Time to show your culinary prowess and prove those sceptics wrong! Learn to impress, cook to charm, entertain with ease or just spoil yourself! This course is a men-only zone so no need to let women in on the secret of seductive cooking. 

Breads of the World
From foccacia to flatbread, pumpkin to poppy seed, scones to pastries this course promises pure paradise for all bread-lovers. Prepare to consume yourself in the wonderful world of bread and learn how easy it is to make breads from all over the world!

One Pot Cooking
The idea of one-pot cooking used to be the dietary stable of bachelors, campers and college students alike. However the concept is fantastic - quick, simple and with the right ingredients…absolutely delicious! Learn what ingredients work best together and taste the results for yourself - an ideal family meal.

Valentine Aphrodisiacs
Most romantic fantasies may begin with cupid and flowers, but somehow they always seem to end with seductive food. Prepare yourself for an evening of pleasure, combining your many sensuous reactions – The visual satisfaction of appetising food, the olfactory stimulation of their pleasing smells and the tactile gratification gained by the tantalising taste of rich, savoury dishes – tend to bring on a state of general euphoria conducive to sexual expression……

Easter Entertaining
Pick up some useful tips on how to prepare the ultimate Easter meal using locally produced ingredients whilst not forgetting luxurious chocolate delights for all. On completion of this course you’ll astonish friends and family this Easter.

Fancy Finger Foods
Entertaining friends at home and want to impress without having to prepare a three course meal? On this evening course you will discover quick and easy recipes for fabulous finger foods and canapés guaranteed to impress allowing you to relax and be the hostess or host with the most.

One Day Courses
Guests have a full day in the Cookery School until 4.30pm with a break to relax, enjoy lunch and refuel for the afternoon's activity.

Guilt Free Cooking
Learn how to make delicious dishes with all the flavours and taste of your favourite treats without the guilt! A perfect way to start afresh and keep those good intentions!

Food & Erotica
Become the ultimate tempter/temptress in the kitchen with this option.
From Oysters to Fillet of Beef with Béarnaise Sauce, to hot rich chocolate and strawberries, learn how to select and delicately prepare foods that are sure to turn up the heat and cast your spell on the objects of your affection…

Death by Chocolate
Pure, unadulterated indulgence. Learn how versatile cooking with chocolate can be from soups to soufflés, fruit to fondues and many more - this choice is a must for all diehard chocolate lovers.

Quick & Easy Cooking
Always in a rush with no time to cook? Then this course provides the solution. Learn how to buy and prepare fresh ingredients with a fantastic quick result – tasty meals in minutes! You’ll no longer have the excuse of being ‘time-poor’ in the kitchen! 

Two Day Courses
Guests have two full days in the Cookery School from 9.30am until 4.30pm. On both days, guests will enjoy luncheon with fellow classmates tasting the fruits of their labour.
Get a group of 9 friends together and you go free!

 Italian Cooking
Join us for two days of consuming passion to intensify the pleasure of experiencing Italian food. Learn how to prepare gastronomical delights in settings that enhance the rich canvas of flavours, tastes and recipes prepared by our expert Chef. 
Learn how to cook great Italian meals, with a minimum of fuss and the emphasis is on the authenticity of ingredients, authenticity in taste and authenticity in execution. 

Irish Cooking by Seasons
In today's time, when exotic, ethnic spices are all the rage, Irish food may seem dull by comparison. But the rural, hearty features of such an unpretentious cuisine are in fact its assets. For Irish cooking excels in the straightforward flavours of the sea, the sky and the land, both above and below ground. Learn how to choose and prepare delectable meals which are truly Irish! 

Dinner Parties to Impress
Have your guests in awe at your next dinner party as your learn to prepare an entire dinner party menu from appetiser to dessert.
After class enjoy a luncheon with your classmates of the items prepared.  Chef Noel Mc Meel will work with you to plate your dinner party items just like a restaurant. We also help you select a special wine to accompany your menu making your next dinner party one to impress!