French Cookery Classics

Led by Peter Vaughan

Having trained in French classical cuisine at Le Souffle, a Michelin-starred restaurant in Park Lane, London (now Italian cuisine - Theo Randal), his first job after qualifying was in the two Michelin-starred La Côtes Saint-Jacques in Joigny, France (still around!)

Since setting up his own business, and developing a naturally balanced style of cuisine, he has worked on adapting these classic techniques to have his lighter, more nutritious signature, often with a Vaughan's 'twist'. But he's always happy to return to his culinary  roots, which taught him so much about getting the best out of ingredients.

He loves learning about the history of dishes, the regions they come from and the provenance of ingredients. Plus you may well hear stories about his experience as a very young man being the only Briton (with a faltering grasp of French) in a kitchen full of French chefs!

“I just wanted to say thank you for a fantastic session. It was informative and enjoyable – please pass on my immense thanks to Peter.” Robin

What will I learn to cook?

• Oeufs poches a la bourguignon - eggs poached in red wine
• Truite Ardennaise - Ardennes trout with ham
• Salade de cresson 'a la creme - watercress salad
• Choucroute a l'Alsacienne - pickled cabbage
• Pois Chiches au lard et aux piments doux - chickpeas with bacon and peppers
• Pommes de terre roncin - new potatoes with a fromage blanc sauce
• Poulet au vinaigre from Lyon
• Croustade aux pommes from Gascony
• Apricot Pate de fruit
  

What happens on the day?

• The class is a busy hands-on session.
• 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.
• Lunch will be some of the food you have prepared but there will also be some goodies to take home.

This class can be made suitable for pescatarians and gluten free. Let us know at the checkout when you book. Please note that we cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.