Scottish Beer Tasting with Food Pairings, Hosted by Tom Bruce‑Gardyne 
Gap Year Courses
Monday 18th August - Friday, 22nd August 2025 9.45am - 4.00pm
This five day course is designed for students who are about to go to college or university or who are leaving halls of residence to fend for themselves. They will learn basic cookery to help them survive healthily through their time away.
Half & One Day Workshops & Cookery Classes
Saturday 16th August 2025 9.45am - 3.30pm
On this one day workshop, we will be cooking dishes from different regions of Italy which will include making pasta.
Half & One Day Workshops & Cookery Classes
Sunday 5th October 2025 9.45am - 3.30pm
On this one day workshop, we will be cooking dishes from different regions of Italy which will include making pasta.
Demonstrations
Saturday 9th August 2025 4.30pm - 6pm Immerse yourself in the rich flavours and heritage of Scottish cuisine in this engaging culinary demonstration. Perfectly timed for a pre-show experience during the Edinburgh Festival, this session showcases the very best of Scotland’s larder, from wild game, local cheeses to seasonal fruit and more — all brought to life by our expert teachers. A warm welcome and delicious tasters await!
Demonstrations
Thursday 14th August 2025 4.30pm - 6pm Immerse yourself in the rich flavours and heritage of Scottish cuisine in this engaging culinary demonstration. Perfectly timed for a pre-show experience during the Edinburgh Festival, this session showcases the very best of Scotland’s larder, from wild game, local cheeses to seasonal fruit and more — all brought to life by our expert teachers. A warm welcome and delicious tasters await!
Children and Teenagers
Sunday 3rd August 2025 9.30am - 12.30pm Spend a morning together cooking delicious dishes with the family. Children (from age 9 - 16) and a favourite adult e.g. Mum, Dad, Aunty, Uncle, Grandparent, Godparent or whoever! This will be a day where teamwork is key and each adult and child will cook some simple dishes to take home for the rest of the family to enjoy. The hours are from 9.30am until 12.30 pm and the price is for each couple (i.e. adult and child)
Children and Teenagers
Tuesday 29th July 2025 9.30am - 12.30pm Spend a morning together cooking delicious dishes with the family. Children (from age 9 - 16) and a favourite adult e.g. Mum, Dad, Aunty, Uncle, Grandparent, Godparent or whoever! This will be a day where teamwork is key and each adult and child will cook some simple dishes to take home for the rest of the family to enjoy. The hours are from 9.30am until 12.30 pm and the price is for each couple (i.e. adult and child)
Friday 15th August 2025 6pm - 7.30pm Discover the art of wine and food pairing in this exclusive event led by Richard Bouglet, Co-Founder of L’Art du Vin and a certified WSET Educator. Richard will guide you through the basic principles of food and wine matching, debunking common myths along the way. It’s a perfect opportunity for wine enthusiasts and food lovers alike to expand their palates and learn from an expert.
Half & One Day Workshops & Cookery Classes
Saturday 19th July 2025 9.45am - 3.30pm
We start the day at 9.45 am with a demonstration of some of the breads that will be cooked. You will then get the chance to make four different breads.
Half & One Day Workshops & Cookery Classes
Saturday 30th August 2025 9.45am - 3.30pm
We start the day at 9.45 am with a demonstration of some of the breads that will be cooked. You will then get the chance to make four different breads.
Half & One Day Workshops & Cookery Classes
Sunday 12th October 2025 9.45am - 3.30pm
We start the day at 9.45 am with a demonstration of some of the breads that will be cooked. You will then get the chance to make four different breads.
Half & One Day Workshops & Cookery Classes
Saturday, 6th September 2025 9.45am - 3.30pm
This course is for those who feel they are complete beginners at baking. We will cover some of the basic techniques of cake and bread making so that you will feel more confident to cover other recipes at home. At the end of your baking day you will leave with a collection of fantastic baked goods. Arrive at 9.30 am for coffee and the class will start at approximately 9.45am. Lunch will be provided with a glass of wine or beer.