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The Avenue Cookery School
The Avenue Cookery School is a family-run leaning business based in Wandsworth in South West London. The owner and head chef Diana began her career as a chalet chef before discovering her entrepreneurial side and founding a number of specialist food ventures. Infamously, Diana taught at The Grange Cookery School in Somerset for 7 years before starting The Avenue, where she has been ever since.
Diana is supported by her son Richard and daughter Sophie.
The food at The Avenue can be considered classic chic but full of fun twists and turns (ranging from macaroon masterclasses to gluten free baking to simple supper classes). All the classes are taught in the school's beautiful kitchen facilities in a relaxed environment.
Watch The Avenue here, where all the magic happens: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCBO61x4Aow&feature=youtu.be
If you have any special dietary requirements please get in touch with us directly before booking to confirm we can cater for it.
Reviews(26)
Jessica
9 Apr
The glass was great, the cooking school is much nicer than other cooking schools I've been to with bunting on the ceiling and cute homey decor. We made a range of breads, learnt how to make bread at home and had a box to take away.
Ally
10 Apr
The class was really good. What would have made it better if we were told the agenda of the evening at the start so we knew what time stuff was going to happen,
Ie – I’m going to show you skills for one hour, then you are going to put them into practice, and then we are going to eat the food you prepared at about xx o clock. That was people would know what to expect from the off. Otherwise it was a really enjoyable class and a knowledgeable teacher.
I would be interested in finding out how to chop meat as well as vegetables if that is part of the next course.
Jayanthi
10 Apr
Lovely teaching style and came away with some game changing techniques! Shame we didn’t learn how to cut the fish we ate though.
Barbara
23 Jun
Taught with such enthusiasm and passion. Excellent way to learn how to mske pasta!
Reviews
Jessica
9 Apr
The glass was great, the cooking school is much nicer than other cooking schools I've been to with bunting on the ceiling and cute homey decor. We made a range of breads, learnt how to make bread at home and had a box to take away.
Ally
10 Apr
The class was really good. What would have made it better if we were told the agenda of the evening at the start so we knew what time stuff was going to happen,
Ie – I’m going to show you skills for one hour, then you are going to put them into practice, and then we are going to eat the food you prepared at about xx o clock. That was people would know what to expect from the off. Otherwise it was a really enjoyable class and a knowledgeable teacher.
I would be interested in finding out how to chop meat as well as vegetables if that is part of the next course.
Jayanthi
10 Apr
Lovely teaching style and came away with some game changing techniques! Shame we didn’t learn how to cut the fish we ate though.
Barbara
23 Jun
Taught with such enthusiasm and passion. Excellent way to learn how to mske pasta!
Abeer
17 Sep
The Course was really informative and fun. Our instructor Diana made it seem effortless and also tought us various techniques and provided us with lots of tips all in a friendly warm environment.
I definitely recommend the Course and everything Diana might offer.
Charlotte
4 Jun
An enjoyable few hours spent learning about the art of breadmaking! Richard was very knowledgeable about all things doughy and gave clear demos of each of the different breads before we set about mixing and kneading ourselves. Boxes were provided to transport our delicious baked goods safely home.
Narayani
15 Mar
Really interactive and very thorough. Kind and patient staff instructing and assisting the class, enabling us to make lots of bread. Would recommend this to friends and keen to look into other classes on offer.
Amar
27 Mar
Fun class with great tasting food. Could be improved by focusing explicitly on different knife skill techniques for different food items (i.e. vegetables, fish, meat) paired with each meal cooked rather than a general overview of cutting techniques at the beginning of the class.
Becky
13 Apr
I bought this ad a gift for my partner, he says “They were very friendly and very hands on with the advise and really keen to share what they knew and the food was excellent.”
He came home super excited and super full after an epic meal, looking forward to all the yummy things he’s going to slice and dice for me at home now.
Anonymous
28 Jan
Had a fantastic time learning how to cook some lovely vegan dishes. Great fun with friends or on you're own (You'll make new friends while there). Lots of help if needed, and lots of wine! Would recommend taking the train as there is very minimal parking...and you can have a drink.
The staff are highly enthusiastic and don't make you feel bad if you cant cook...which is me! Would definitely recommend!
Deirdre
12 Sep
Best day ever- I loved it! Diana is a total dream boat and there is so much crammed into the day, it’s incredible. Will definitely be back!
Beverley
28 Aug
Good fun. A few more recipes for other fillings/sauces would have been nice.
Tom
13 Dec
This was a great class and I learnt so much from David about pigs and where all the cuts of meat are from. Can't wait to put my new butchery skills to good use at home!
Claire
12 Jan
The class was lots of fun and I’m looking forward to trying out some of the dishes at home.
For 5 stars it would have been nice to have tried some more adventurous dishes.
Therese
21 Jun
Loved it! Got some great tips and had fun while doing so! Great quality ingredients were provided, wine top-ups throughout the cooking and take home materials, all made for a great class!
Aimee
26 Mar
This is the second class I've taken, and it is brilliant fun! There's always a great atmosphere and people are eager to chat to one another and enjoy themselves. I've left both classes feeling like I've learnt valuable skills and highly recommend to anyone looking to gain extra skills in the kitchen
Natalia
3 May
Great fun!!!
Sangeeta
26 Mar
Great class - picked up some tips, made a lovely brunch & met some great people. What I really liked about Avenue Cookery compared to other cooking classes I have been on is that there were plenty of chefs around to help all groups instead of one chef having to try and manage questions from everyone. Would definitely go back again!
Sarah
3 Apr
Great Sunday spent cooking delicious food. There were lots of chefs on hand to help and make sure we were doing the right thing. Thoroughly enjoyed it
Alessia
30 Jul
Very nice experience and friendly atmosphere!
Ranine
27 Sep
Very knowledgeable and helpful team. Recipes were very easy to follow. Great environment and fun class.
Natasha
28 May
I really enjoyed myself! Richard the chef was so patient, funny and everything was so easy to follow. Mikey was also on hand and very helpful and friendly. My faviourate to bake was the brownies! So moist and gooey. The best tasting brownies ever. Thank you and I would definitely recommend to friends.
Annabeth
28 May
Fantastic class! Would definitely recommend. Richard, Mickey and Saskia were all amazing :)
Lucy
16 Dec
Lovely teachers and good skills learnt! Felt that a near £40 for each person was a little too much money however. Would still recommend :)
Jan
16 Dec
Top class! Incredibly friendly and comfortable environment in the middle of London.
Alexandre
25 Mar
Great organisation of the class, the chef explained and showed the skills really clearly and most importantly the food was amazing.
If you want to learn a fun new dish involving varied skills like making bread, slow cooking meat, deep frying meat etc I sincerely advise you to try the Bao class !
And the best reward is eating your food with everyone at the end !
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