Demonstration Programme

In the L'ortolan demonstration studio you can watch the magic of the L’ortolan kitchen come to life before your very eyes. We often have guest chefs visit to show you their tricks of the trade so please check regularly for new dates and events.

Michelin Cookery Demonstration & Lunch

Learn how to bring a touch of Michelin-starred flair to your home cuisine with Alan Murchison and the L'ortolan Chefs. Alan and his team will demonstrate a range of techniques and skills used in the L'ortolan kitchen.

Arrival 10.00am, experience lasts 4.5 hours and includes:

* Tea/coffee & homemade biscuits on arrival
* 1 and a half hour demonstration with Michelin-starred Chef Alan or Head Chef
* Opportunity to try some of the techniques and taste some of the food as it is being prepared
* Champagne & canapés
* 3 course lunch with chef’s appetiser and pre-dessert
* Glass of red or white wine with lunch
* Still or sparkling water
* Recipe cards to take home

£130 per person or £230 for 2 people

2012

February

Tuesday 28th - Sourdough & Bread Demonstration

March

Tuesday 27th - Chocolate Creations using rare and unique chocolate from Cacao Barry

April

Tuesday 24th - Easter Egg Masterclass (not the chocolate variety!)

Thursday 26th - Three Course Dinner Party with Annie Ashetton, 2011 Masterchef

May

Tuesday 29th - Spring Lamb - preparation and presentation

June

Tuesday 26th - Summer BBQ - new ideas with Alan and the 'Big Green Egg'

July

Tuesday 31st - Using Smoking to enhance textures and flavours

August

Tueday 28th - Shellfish Masterclass - making the most of fresh 'fruits de mer'

September

Tuesday 25th - Game Cookery - venison, partridge, pheasant, mallard and wood pigeon

October

Tuesday 30th - Food and Wine Matching - Basics

November

Tuesday 27th - Food and Wine Matching - Advanced

December

Tuesday 18th - Turkey Masterclass - taking the strain out of Christmas