Chutneys, Pickles & Preserves

Led by Aimee Applegate

Good for limiting food waste, reducing your shopping bill and enhancing so many other ingredients, the skills of preserving and pickling go back centuries. Chutneys became popular when samples were brought back from India, as well as the spices that make them so delicious!

Aimee Applegate comes from the heart of Somerset where she was surrounded by wonderful seasonal produce. She got into pickling, preserving and making chutney when faced with a glut of amazing fruit and vegetables that were too much to eat but too good to waste. She will teach you what you need to know to be able to create your own delicious versions of old favourites. No additives or preservative but with a long shelf-life - as long as you can resist eating them quickly. They make a fantastic gift as well, if you can bring yourself to give them away!

What will I learn to cook?

• Tomato + Date Chutney

• Punchy Pumpkin Chutney Cider

• Spice Apple Butter

• Chilli Jam

• Quick Pickling (for garnishing) – Red Onion

• Slow Pickling (for Christmas) - Red Cabbage

What happens at the session?

• The class is a busy hands-on experience.
• All ingredients, equipment and aprons will be supplied PLUS we will do the washing up!
• The small group size enables you to get plenty of attention, whether you want to be helped or stretched. You will be working in a friendly and sociable environment.
• The session will finish with a meal (including wine) and you will have some goodies to take home.

This class can be made suitable for vegetarians, vegans and gluten free. Let us know at the checkout when you book.

Please note that we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.