All of our cooking classes are hosted at Strawberry Tree restaurant in Lyme Regis, Dorset. You can find more information and a map on our contact page.

Our classes are not formulaic, blandly sharing 'how-to-cook' basics - though they are excellent for beginners and confident cooks alike. Our classes are enjoyable, memorable and delicious experiences that take us to faraway shores via a shared love of food.

We are sure you will love the mix of guidance and storytelling, humour and hands-on work as we learn from each other and create wonderful goods to take home to share with loved ones or together at lunch.
These events create good opportunities to laugh and work together so are great for groups, birthdays, hen and stag dos. For these you can see our Bespoke Classes page.

Simply, we love creating community and conviviality around food and sharing food - just like the cultures from which we are from and are inspired by - in which food is very much central to family, friends and life. For more information see our Family Spirit page.

Beginners as well as confident and refined cooks are welcome to all of our classes. All will learn something new and interesting and have a good time. In addition to Giselle the teacher, a helpful team will be on hand to answer any questions and support.

Please wear closed, flat shoes (no open sandals or heels). Aprons are provided so come wearing whatever is comfortable for you although something that you wouldn't mind getting a bit messy is a good idea, just in case! The room can get warm with everyone cooking at once so layers are useful.

No - there's nothing to bring except a sense of humour and some food containers, if you can, to take your produce home with you. This helps us be more sustainable and give out less packaging - although we can provide what's needed for you.

Yes, including half hour break for those classes that include having lunch together. A great time to explore all that Lyme Regis Town Mill and surrounding artisans have to offer.

Sometimes - some classes include an hour for lunch - during this time we eat the creations we made together during class time. These classes generally finish at 2pm.

Other classes do not include eating, but all your baked or cooked goods are wrapped up ready for you to take home. These classes generally finish at 1pm.

As all of our classes are so different, please read each class description to see if any alternatives are possible. Some classes include naturally gluten free options, or a vegetarian option for example. Because we're a small family run business unfortunately we're not able to cater for everyone on every course. If you're concerned please do give us a call and chat through potential options with us. It's important to let us know if you or one of your party has an allergy or intolerance when you book.

Our restaurant and facilities are all accessible by wheelchair with no steps to navigate. Please contact us with your requirements and we'll do our best to accommodate everyone.

For those with pacemakers - occasionally our classes include the use of induction hobs. Induction hobs generate electromagnetic fields, so it is recommended that you keep a distance of at least 60cm (2ft) between the stovetop and your pacemaker. If you are concerned or would like to check whether or not induction hobs will be used in the class you are interested in please call us on 01297 445757.

Cancellation Policy for class bookings
You may request to cancel your booking for a full refund up to 28 days before the date of the class. Cancellations made between 28 and 14 days before the class can be refunded subject to a £20 admin fee. Any cancellation requests later than 14 days of the date of your class cannot be refunded.

Rescheduling Policy for class bookings
You can request to reschedule your class booking up to 14 days before the date of your currently booked class free of charge.
Reschedule requests received between 14 and 7 days of the class will incur an admin charge of £20 per person. Unfortunately, we cannot accept reschedule requests received within 6 days of the date and time of your class.