Full Day Curry and Spice Cookery Class at Blackfriars

Price From: £160 per person which includes refreshments throughout the day, a communal lunch with wine and coffee in the Cookery School, your own apron and recipes to take home.

When: Sat, 7 September 2024, 9:30 am - 4:30 pm

About:

Discover the rich history and diverse flavours of curry in an immersive full-day cookery class at Blackfriars Restaurant in Newcastle. The word "curry" originates from the Tamil word ‘kari,’ meaning a spicy sauce for rice, a tradition that dates back over 4,000 years. Today, curry is a global sensation, enjoyed in various forms across Asia, India, Africa, The Americas, and the Caribbean. Now, it's your turn to master this culinary art and create your own delicious curries!

What to Expect:

Join Blackfriars for a hands-on experience where you'll explore spices and techniques from around the world. The expert chefs will guide you through the essential spice blends and tempering methods that form the backbone of great curry dishes.

Recipes and Techniques Include:

• Essential Spice Blends: Learn tempering methods for spices to enhance your dishes.
• Indian Curry Dishes: Craft classic favourites like Aloo Gobi, Butter Chicken, Paneer, Goan Vindaloo, and Kashmiri Rogan Josh.
• South-East Asian Curries: Create aromatic and flavourful Thai Massaman Curry, Vietnamese Yellow Curry, and Malaysian Rendang.
• Alternative Curries: Discover unique curry variations with Ethiopian Doro Wat, Japanese Katsu Curry, and Indo-Chinese Gobi Manchurian.
• Rice Preparation: Perfect the art of cooking Basmati Rice, Rice Pilau, and Jasmine Rice.
• Traditional Breads: Make and enjoy Chapatti, Roti, and Paratha.

Please note, exact recipes for this class will vary by season to ensure the freshest ingredients and most flavourful results.