Saturday, February 9 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
BEEF LOVER’S MENU | $50
There’s nothing like the taste of premium meat prepared to absolute perfection! Freelance Chef Jonathan (Jono) McDonough always has helpful advice as he prepares food that is delicious, nutritious and easy to prepare. Learn the secrets of buying and preparing great cuts of beef for different cooking styles, meat-related terminology, and sample Marinated beef Carpaccio, slow-braised short ribs with Armagnac, apples and celeriac, and succulent aged Ribeye steak with Cabernet au jus. Dessert will also be served - it’s meat-free, but delicious!

Saturday, March 1 | 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
SEASONING YOUR FOODS | $50
Learn how to flavour and season your foods the way professionals do with Chef Jonathon McDonough in a class that’s a must for all food enthusiasts. Properly executed, flavour is built up in balanced layers making a delicate and educated hand with herbs and spices is important. Register for this class as our chef provides an encyclopaedia of knowledge on the history, uses and applications of some of the most valuable spices, like saffron and grains of paradise, as well as how to use everyday herbs like basil, parsley and tarragon for maximum effect. Learn how to create sauces such as Béarnaise with tarragon, and dishes such as Paella with saffron, and more.