Our courses cater to all levels. Each class description on our website indicates the level of experience required, if any. Many of our one-day classes are perfect for beginners or keen home cooks, while our professional courses are designed for those aiming to pursue a culinary career.

Our one-day workshops and short courses are 16+ unless otherwise specified. Children aged 14 or 15 may attend with an adult over 18.

We will do our best to accommodate dietary requirements where possible. Please let us know of any dietary requirements, allergies or special accommodations before booking. We will be as flexible as possible, when we can, so as to be inclusive to all students but we may not be able to substitute ingredients in the recipes.
We do everything we can to reduce the risk of cross contamination, however we cannot guarantee a completely allergen free environment and therefore our kitchens may be unsuitable for students with severe or life-threatening allergies.

Our school is located in a historic building, and while we do our best to accommodate all students, at the moment we have limited accessibility. Please contact us in advance so we can advise and assist as needed.

Just yourself, an apron, tupperware to take your goodies home and last but not least, your enthusiasm! We provide all ingredients and equipment. Comfortable, closed-toe shoes are recommended for your safety in the kitchen. If you’re attending a longer course, we’ll let you know if anything additional is required.

If you want to cancel or reschedule your course, we need notification of this 7 days before the course date. We will not be able to reschedule your course after this time, but we can try to find a replacement (but cannot guarantee this). If we do, we will be able to transfer your booking to a future course or you can choose to send someone in your place. (Please read our short course terms and conditions for more information).

For reasons of health and safety, if you have or have had food poisoning or a viral sickness bug i.e. sickness and diarrhoea, please do not attend the School until you have been clear of symptoms for 48 hours. If this happens, when you are due to attend a short course, no refund will be offered unless we can fill your place or you can send someone else in your place. This is to ensure the safety of other attendees and staff at the School.

You can redeem your gift voucher when booking a class online by entering the voucher code at checkout. Vouchers are valid for one year from the date of issue and can be used to book any available course, provided the code is applied before the expiry date.

We regularly update our course calendar. If a class you’re interested in is fully booked or not currently listed, keep an eye on our website or sign up for our newsletter to be the first to hear about new dates. Alternatively, drop us an email at info@entcs.co.uk with your note of interest.

Our school is right in the heart of Edinburgh’s beautiful New Town, making it easy to reach whether you’re coming from within the city or further afield.

By train:
The nearest train station is Edinburgh Waverley, just a 10-minute walk from the school.

By public transport:
Edinburgh has a comprehensive bus and tram network operated mainly by Lothian Buses and Edinburgh Trams:
Bus: Several buses stop within minutes of the school, including those that run along Princes Street, George Street, and Queen Street.
Tram: The closest tram stop is St Andrews Square, a short 4min walk to the school.

By car:
If you’re travelling by car, please note that we’re located in a busy city centre area where parking is limited and metered.
Pay-and-display parking is available on Queen Street and surrounding streets, but spaces can fill quickly.

We recommend the long-stay car park Q-Park Omni Centre (Greenside Row, EH1 3AN), which is approximately a 15-minute walk from the school. We’re pleased to offer our attendees a 20% discount at this car park through our collaboration with Q-Park Omni. Details on how to redeem the discount will be provided upon booking.

By Foot:
Our central location means we’re within easy walking distance from most of Edinburgh’s city centre!

There are many excellent hotels, guesthouses, and self-catering apartments near the school. If you’re attending a longer course, we’re happy to recommend accommodation options to suit various budgets.

Yes! We offer bespoke private cooking events, ideal for celebrations and special occasions. For groups of 8 or more wishing to book a specific class, please contact us at info@entcs.co.uk or call 0131 226 4314. If your group is smaller than 8, get in touch with us for pricing and options.

Feel free to get in touch with our team at info@entcs.co.uk or 0131 226 4314, Monday to Friday (9am – 5pm). We’re happy to help!