January 2025
Who doesn’t love a good burger? In this half day class you get to make your own burger, choice of beef, venison or vegetarian. Then make your own homemade pickles, ketchup, mayonnaise and coleslaw.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the basic ingredients, flavours and techniques to delicious Japanese cookery. Then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Chicken Katsu Curry
Vegetable Tempura and Dipping Sauces
Mixed Donburi Rice Bowls
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
February 2025
This full day class is filled with practical advice and delicious recipes. Learn how to deal with a flat and a round fish from beginning to fillet. Then cook your fish in a variety of different ways producing delicious results. Our fish cookery courses are always popular. You will leave Station House with new skills and full of ideas on how to make the most of fish in your own kitchen.
On the menu…
Pan Fried Seabass
Sole Goujons
Sole En Papillote
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to make great pasta and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
How to make your own Fresh Pasta Dough
Ravioli
Tortellini
Lasagne
Tomato Sauce
Bechamel Sauce
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this half day class you will discover all the ingredients, flavours and techniques to make great pasta and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
How to make your own Fresh Pasta Dough
Ravioli
Tortellini
Classic Italian Tomato Sauce
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
A real taste of the sun!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to create a delicious Greek menu and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Amazing.
On the menu…
Homemade Pitta Bread
Fava (delicious split pea mezze)
Yemista (baked stuffed peppers)
Spanakopita (feta and spinach filo pastry pies)
N.B. Vegetarian options on all menu items! N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Who doesn’t love an Indian Takeaway!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Indian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Lamb Bhuna
Tarka Daal
Roasted Cauliflower Curry
Perfect Basmati Rice
Raita
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Patisserie Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great patisserie.
On the menu…
Choux Pastry
Pate Sucre
Creme Patissiere
Caramel and Sugar Work
Presentation Skills
Classic French Fruit Tarte
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Nick spent a lot of time in Turkey and actually got married on the roof tops in between Haigh Sofia and the Blue Mosque overlooking the Bosphorus!
In this full day class he first delivers a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Turkish cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Turkish Flatbreads
Mercimek Corbasi (Spicy Lentil Soup)
Piyaz (White Bean Salad)
Imam Bayildi (Stuffed and Baked Aubergine)
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
March 2025
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Thai cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Thai Green Curry
Tom Yum
Thai Spring Rolls
Pickles
Sticky Rice
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
‘Good to Go’ on our homepage lets you know about our re-opening policies and procedures post lock down. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
Julia Child's magnificent 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking' has long been an inspiration for Nick.
In this Full Day Cookery Class he chooses some of his favourite recipes which exemplify why French Cookery is so influential.
On the Menu are a classic French Chicken Liver Pate, French Onion Soup, Beef Bourguignon and an Apple Tarte Tatin!
The day begins with Nick demonstrating all the dishes of the day which you will get to taste. Then after a break to enjoy the beautiful sights of Kirkcudbright you return to the kitchens to cook the dishes yourselves at your own pace with Nick on hand to guide and tutor. You will be invited to sit down and enjoy your efforts in our modern and comfortable demonstration room.
There is plenty of food to take away with you so feel free to bring your own containers with you. All recipes are subject to availability of ingredients. All utensils and ingredients are provided. We provide Station House Cookery School aprons for students to use.
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Italian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Creamy Mushroom Risotto
Chicken Cacciatora with Italian Greens and Polenta Gnocchi
Panna Cotta
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great North African cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Chicken Tagine
Spicy Moroccan Vegetables
Cous Cous
Flatbreads
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
A real taste of the exotic in this class. Learn how to make your own flatbreads as well as a mouth watering array of mezzes.
On the menu…
Middle Eastern Flatbreads
Hummus
Baba Ganoush
Tabbouleh
Zingy Slaw
Enjoy the demonstration in the morning and then get in the kitchens in the afternoon to recreate what you have seen demonstrated.
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
Lots to eat and take away so bring your own boxes if you can.
Do you know someone who needs a little help with the basics in the kitchen? Or maybe that’s you! Well this is the course.
In this class Nick takes you through the basics of simple, essential and transferable culinary skills to get you started.
You will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques for the beginner cook. Then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
You will also cover how to sensibly shop, store cupboard essentials, equipment and good freezer management.
On the menu…
Soups
Tomato and Bechamel Sauces
Pasta Bake
Easy Curry
Rice Cookery
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Indian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Black Bean and Mushroom
Tarka Daal
Roasted Veg Curry
Fluffy Basmati Rice
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this half day class you will enjoy an introductory talk all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to how to make the best pizzas ever and then straight in the kitchens yourself to create one yourself with your tutor.
What you make you take or eat in! Delicious.
On the menu…How to make great pizza dough.
Classic Tomato Sauce
How to prepare and cook pizza
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
April 2025
Do you know the difference between your knives and how to use them?
Do you know how to best keep the edge and how to sharpen your knives?
In this half day class Nick will explain what is the right knife for the right job and then demonstrate exactly how they should be kept and used to chop, slice, mince and de-bone.
Then you copy what you have seen and create a delicious stir fry for lunch.
N.B. Recipes and ingredients may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Now this is a delicious demonstration.
Have you ever wondered what curing food does for it? Or why smoking imparts such a delicious flavour to our food?
In this demonstration Nick will take you through everything you need to know about how to cure and smoke a variety of foods from meat to fish and even vegetarian delicacies!
Then he will show you how to prepare the perfect accompaniments. Your dinner parties may never be the same again!
Don’t have a big lunch as there will be lots to taste!
And don’t worry, Nick won’t be using expensive professional equipment. All the equipment and ingredients are available to buy locally or online.
Spice up your life on the Mexican Cookery Class!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to create a delicious Mexican menu and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Amazing.
On the menu…
Baked Enchilada
Mexican Chilli and Rice
Tomato Salsa
Churros and Chocolate Dipping Sauce
N.B. Vegetarian options on all menu items! N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Indian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Tandoori Chicken
Tarka Daal
Roasted Veg Curry
Fluffy Basmati Rice
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
May 2025
This full day class is filled with practical advice and delicious recipes.
Learn how to deal with a flat and a round fish from beginning to fillet. Then cook your fish in a variety of different ways producing delicious results. Our fish cookery courses are always popular.
You will leave Station House with new skills and full of ideas on how to make the most of fish in your own kitchen.
On the menu…
Pan Fried
Seabass
Sole Goujons
Sole En Papillote
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Who doesn't love the smell of freshly baked bread coming straight out of the oven?
In this class you'll learn how to do just that. All the tips and techniques necessary to produce your own Ciabatta, Farmhouse Loaves, Irish Soda Bread and Indian Flatbreads. N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up! If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
In this half day class you will discover all the ingredients, flavours and techniques to make great pasta and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
How to make your own Fresh Pasta Dough
Ravioli
Tortellini
Classic Italian Tomato Sauce
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to make great pasta and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
How to make your own Fresh Pasta Dough
Ravioli
Tortellini
Lasagne
Tomato Sauce
Bechamel Sauce
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this half day class you will first learn all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Indian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to create what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Black Bean and Mushroom
Tarka Daal
Roasted Veg Curry
Fluffy Basmati Rice
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients. All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up! If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the basic ingredients, flavours and techniques to delicious Japanese cookery. Then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Chicken Katsu Curry
Vegetable Tempura and Dipping Sauces
Mixed Donburi Rice Bowls
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Nick spent a lot of time in Turkey and actually got married on the roof tops in between Haigh Sofia and the Blue Mosque overlooking the Bosphorus!
In this full day class he first delivers a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Turkish cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Turkish Flatbreads
Mercimek Corbasi (Spicy Lentil Soup)
Piyaz (White Bean Salad)
Imam Bayildi (Stuffed and Baked Aubergine)
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
A real taste of the sun!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to create a delicious Greek menu and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Amazing.
On the menu…
Homemade Pitta Bread
Fava (delicious split pea mezze)
Yemista (baked stuffed peppers)
Spanakopita (feta and spinach filo pastry pies)
N.B. Vegetarian options on all menu items! N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
June 2025
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Patisserie Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great patisserie.
On the menu…
Choux Pastry
Pate Sucre
Creme Patissiere
Caramel and Sugar Work
Presentation Skills
Classic French Fruit Tarte
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Julia Child's magnificent 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking' has long been an inspiration for Nick.
In this Full Day Cookery Class he chooses some of his favourite recipes which exemplify why French Cookery is so influential.
On the Menu are a classic French Chicken Liver Pate, French Onion Soup, Beef Bourguignon and an Apple Tarte Tatin!
The day begins with Nick demonstrating all the dishes of the day which you will get to taste. Then after a break to enjoy the beautiful sights of Kirkcudbright you return to the kitchens to cook the dishes yourselves at your own pace with Nick on hand to guide and tutor. You will be invited to sit down and enjoy your efforts in our modern and comfortable demonstration room.
There is plenty of food to take away with you so feel free to bring your own containers with you. All recipes are subject to availability of ingredients. All utensils and ingredients are provided. We provide Station House Cookery School aprons for students to use.
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Thai cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Thai Green Curry
Tom Yum
Thai Spring Rolls
Pickles
Sticky Rice
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great North African cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Chicken Tagine
Spicy Moroccan Vegetables
Cous Cous
Flatbreads
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Triko’s Deli have been delivering mouth watering deli in Scotland for years now. In this full day class you will learn all about curing, fermentation and the benefits to you, basic pickling techniques and also how to make your own salt beef, pastrami and homemade mayonnaise.
Then it’s into the kitchens yourself to make your own classic ‘Reuben’ sandwich for your lunch and then your own salt beef, sauerkraut, pickles and mayo to take home. Delicious!
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
A real taste of the exotic in this class. Learn how to make your own flatbreads as well as a mouth watering array of mezzes.
On the menu…
Middle Eastern Flatbreads
Hummus
Baba Ganoush
Tabbouleh
Zingy Slaw
Enjoy the demonstration in the morning and then get in the kitchens in the afternoon to recreate what you have seen demonstrated.
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
Lots to eat and take away so bring your own boxes if you can.
August 2025
It's Fresh Pasta time at Station House and we want you and your kids to come join us for a fun filled afternoon. Learning to cook with your kids is a great way to bond while learning essential life skills. In this half day class, you will have the opportunity to make…
Your own Fresh Pasta
Tagliatelli
Ravioli
Tortellini
Homemade Italian Tomato Sauce
Simply book yourself a place and we'll give you a free children's place, too! After you've both cooked up a storm, sit down together and enjoy what you've made.
If you, or your child, have any allergies or dietary requirements please call us in advance to check if the menu is appropriate. We will always try to cater for dietary requirements where we can.
Terms and Conditions
*One booking (£55) covers a place for one adult plus one age appropriate child.
*The maximum number of children per adult is one child. You can add an extra child at a £25 supplement!
*Children must be aged between 8 and 16.
The adult is responsible for their child’s behaviour. Inappropriate behaviour may result in the child being asked to sit out the session at the tutor’s discretion. No refund will be given in this case.
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
It's Homemade Scotch Eggs time at Station House and we want you and your kids to come join us for a fun filled morning. Learning to cook with your kids is a great way to bond while learning essential life skills. In this half day class, you will have the opportunity to make…
Your own homemade scotch eggs
Homemade Ketchup
French Salad Dressing
Simply book yourself a place and we'll give you a free children's place, too! After you've both cooked up a storm, sit down together and enjoy what you've made.
If you, or your child, have any allergies or dietary requirements please call us in advance to check if the menu is appropriate. We will always try to cater for dietary requirements where we can.
Terms and Conditions
*One booking (£55) covers a place for one adult plus one age appropriate child.
*The maximum number of children per adult is one child. You can add an extra child at a £25 supplement!
*Children must be aged between 8 and 16.
The adult is responsible for their child’s behaviour. Inappropriate behaviour may result in the child being asked to sit out the session at the tutor’s discretion. No refund will be given in this case.
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
It's Curry time at Station House and we want you and your kids to come join us for a fun filled afternoon. Learning to cook with your kids is a great way to bond while learning essential life skills. In this half day class, you will be making your own…
Chicken Curry
Fluffy Basmati Rice
Roasted Vegetable Curry
Yoghurt Dip
Simply book yourself a place and we'll give you a free children's place, too! After you've both cooked up a storm, sit down together and enjoy what you've made.
If you, or your child, have any allergies or dietary requirements please call us in advance to check if the menu is appropriate. We will always try to cater for dietary requirements where we can.
Terms and Conditions
*One booking (£55) covers a place for one adult plus one age appropriate child.
*The maximum number of children per adult is one child. You can add an extra child at a £25 supplement!
*Children must be aged between 8 and 16.
The adult is responsible for their child’s behaviour. Inappropriate behaviour may result in the child being asked to sit out the session at the tutor’s discretion. No refund will be given in this case.
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
It's Burger time at Station House and we want you and your kids to come join us for a fun filled afternoon. Learning to cook with your kids is a great way to bond while learning essential life skills. In this half day class, you will be making your own burgers using your choice of 100% beef, venison or veggie option plus your own potato wedges, slaw, mayo and onion rings.
Simply book yourself a place and we'll give you a free children's place, too! After you've both cooked up a storm, sit down together and enjoy what you've made.
If you, or your child, have any allergies or dietary requirements please call us in advance to check if the menu is appropriate. We will always try to cater for dietary requirements where we can.
Terms and Conditions
*One booking (£55) covers a place for one adult plus one age appropriate child.
*The maximum number of children per adult is one child. You can add an extra child at a £25 supplement!
*Children must be aged between 8 and 16.
The adult is responsible for their child’s behaviour. Inappropriate behaviour may result in the child being asked to sit out the session at the tutor’s discretion. No refund will be given in this case.
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
September 2025
Who doesn't love the smell of freshly baked bread coming straight out of the oven?
In this class you'll learn how to do just that. All the tips and techniques necessary to produce your own Ciabatta, Farmhouse Loaves, Irish Soda Bread and Indian Flatbreads. N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up! If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the basic ingredients, flavours and techniques to delicious Japanese cookery. Then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Chicken Katsu Curry
Vegetable Tempura and Dipping Sauces
Mixed Donburi Rice Bowls
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this half day class you will first learn all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Indian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to create what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Black Bean and Mushroom
Tarka Daal
Roasted Veg Curry
Fluffy Basmati Rice
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients. All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up! If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to make great pasta and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
How to make your own Fresh Pasta Dough
Ravioli
Tortellini
Lasagne
Tomato Sauce
Bechamel Sauce
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this half day class you will discover all the ingredients, flavours and techniques to make great pasta and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
How to make your own Fresh Pasta Dough
Ravioli
Tortellini
Classic Italian Tomato Sauce
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Nick spent a lot of time in Turkey and actually got married on the roof tops in between Haigh Sofia and the Blue Mosque overlooking the Bosphorus!
In this full day class he first delivers a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Turkish cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Turkish Flatbreads
Mercimek Corbasi (Spicy Lentil Soup)
Piyaz (White Bean Salad)
Imam Bayildi (Stuffed and Baked Aubergine)
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
October 2025
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Patisserie Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great patisserie.
On the menu…
Choux Pastry
Pate Sucre
Creme Patissiere
Caramel and Sugar Work
Presentation Skills
Classic French Fruit Tarte
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Julia Child's magnificent 'Mastering the Art of French Cooking' has long been an inspiration for Nick.
In this Full Day Cookery Class he chooses some of his favourite recipes which exemplify why French Cookery is so influential.
On the Menu are a classic French Chicken Liver Pate, French Onion Soup, Beef Bourguignon and an Apple Tarte Tatin!
The day begins with Nick demonstrating all the dishes of the day which you will get to taste. Then after a break to enjoy the beautiful sights of Kirkcudbright you return to the kitchens to cook the dishes yourselves at your own pace with Nick on hand to guide and tutor. You will be invited to sit down and enjoy your efforts in our modern and comfortable demonstration room.
There is plenty of food to take away with you so feel free to bring your own containers with you. All recipes are subject to availability of ingredients. All utensils and ingredients are provided. We provide Station House Cookery School aprons for students to use.
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Italian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Creamy Mushroom Risotto
Chicken Cacciatora with Italian Greens and Polenta Gnocchi
Panna Cotta
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great North African cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Chicken Tagine
Spicy Moroccan Vegetables
Cous Cous
Flatbreads
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
A real taste of the exotic in this class. Learn how to make your own flatbreads as well as a mouth watering array of mezzes.
On the menu…
Middle Eastern Flatbreads
Hummus
Baba Ganoush
Tabbouleh
Zingy Slaw
Enjoy the demonstration in the morning and then get in the kitchens in the afternoon to recreate what you have seen demonstrated.
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
Lots to eat and take away so bring your own boxes if you can.
Do you know someone who needs a little help with the basics in the kitchen? Or maybe that’s you! Well this is the course.
In this class Nick takes you through the basics of simple, essential and transferable culinary skills to get you started.
You will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques for the beginner cook. Then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
You will also cover how to sensibly shop, store cupboard essentials, equipment and good freezer management.
On the menu…
Soups
Tomato and Bechamel Sauces
Pasta Bake
Easy Curry
Rice Cookery
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Now this is a delicious demonstration.
Have you ever wondered what curing food does for it? Or why smoking imparts such a delicious flavour to our food?
In this demonstration Nick will take you through everything you need to know about how to cure and smoke a variety of foods from meat to fish and even vegetarian delicacies!
Then he will show you how to prepare the perfect accompaniments. Your dinner parties may never be the same again!
Don’t have a big lunch as there will be lots to taste!
And don’t worry, Nick won’t be using expensive professional equipment. All the equipment and ingredients are available to buy locally or online.
Do you know the difference between your knives and how to use them?
Do you know how to best keep the edge and how to sharpen your knives?
In this half day class Nick will explain what is the right knife for the right job and then demonstrate exactly how they should be kept and used to chop, slice, mince and de-bone.
Then you copy what you have seen and create a delicious stir fry for lunch.
N.B. Recipes and ingredients may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
November 2025
Spice up your life on the Mexican Cookery Class!
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to create a delicious Mexican menu and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Amazing.
On the menu…
Baked Enchilada
Mexican Chilli and Rice
Tomato Salsa
Churros and Chocolate Dipping Sauce
N.B. Vegetarian options on all menu items! N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Nick spent 20 years living and working in Ukraine.
During that time he learned about the amazing cuisine and culinary culture the area has to offer. In this cookery demonstration he will pass that on to you and show you how to make mouth watering dishes which you can recreate at home.
On the menu will be gorgeous dumplings called Vareniki, Borscht, salads and an amazing rice dish called 'Plov'. Yum
In this full day class you will enjoy a full Cookery Demonstration teaching you all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to great Asian cookery and then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Thai Green Curry
Sweet and Sour Veg
Thai Pickle
Sticky Rice
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
In this half day class you will enjoy an introductory talk all about the ingredients, flavours and techniques to how to make the best pizzas ever and then straight in the kitchens yourself to create one yourself with your tutor.
What you make you take or eat in! Delicious.
On the menu…How to make great pizza dough.
Classic Tomato Sauce
How to prepare and cook pizza
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Station House Cookery School has teamed up with the multi award winning Crafty Distillery who produce Hills and Harbour Gin.
Your day begins at Station House where Nick will demonstrate how to use Hills and Harbour Gin to great effect in the kitchen. All the ingredients, tricks and techniques to produce a variety of mouth watering dishes which you get to enjoy for your lunch.
On the menu using Hills and Harbour…
Cured Salmon and Pickle Starter
Slow Braised then Roasted Pork Belly with Hills and Harbour Jus
Smoked Pineapple and Burnt Orange Panna Cotta
After your Cookery Demonstration and lunch, take your taste buds on a tour of the Crafty Distillery to learn the secrets of their process, from how they make their very own spirit, to the botanicals selected to create their unique and vibrant gin. After the tour, you are taken on a guided tasting through 3x perfect serves of their spirits. Enjoy smooth & vibrant Hills & Harbour Gin, fruity Smokey & Citrus Distilled Cocktail and a silky smooth limited edition Galloway Vodka all while enjoying the amazing views over the Galloway hills.
Now doesn’t that sound like an amazing day!
N.B. You will need to be able to make your own way from Station House to the Crafty Distillery.
The exact timings of the Crafty Distillery Tour may vary depending on the amount of people booked. You will be notified close to the day.
Crafty Distillery, Wigtown Road, Newton Stewart, Galloway, DG8 6AS
www.https://craftydistillery.com
N.B. Exact recipes may change depending on availability of the best ingredients.
‘Good to Go’ on our homepage lets you know about our re-opening policies and procedures post lock down. If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!
Can you think of a nicer gift to give at Christmas than something tasty you have made yourself? In this Christmas Half Day Class Nick will guide you through how to make a variety of citrus curds and gorgeous pickles which you get to gift wrap in the class. All jars and materials are included so you will leave with at least 6 gift with you!
Merry Christmas!
What you make you take!
December 2025
Who doesn't need a little help with creating the perfect Christmas Dinner? This Christmas cookery class begins with a demonstration where Nick will guide you through how to cook the perfect Christmas Dinner with all the trimmings. Lots of tips and techniques for excellent results and a stress free Christmas lunch.
As a Turkey is a little large we’ll be using either a Duck or Chicken for the meat and a vegetarian centrepiece option. Please state your preference at the Checkout!
Then get in the kitchens yourself to recreate what you have learned. What you make you take! Delicious.
On the menu…
Perfect Roast Chicken / Duck
Perfect Polenta Crusted Potatoes
Apricot and Cashew Stuffing
Citrus Brassicas
Seasonal Greens
Proper Gravy
Bread Sauce
Cranberry Sauce
N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up!
If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
Who doesn't love the smell of freshly baked bread coming straight out of the oven?
In this class you'll learn how to do just that. All the tips and techniques necessary to produce your own Ciabatta, Farmhouse Loaves, Irish Soda Bread and Indian Flatbreads. N.B. Recipes may change due to availability of ingredients.
All tuition, factsheets, recipes, ingredients, aprons and utensils are provided and you don’t even have to do the washing up! If you can bring takeaway boxes with you to try to reduce waste that’s great. If not boxes are provided!
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to ask!