The Raymond Blanc Cookery School

Based on recipes from Chef Pâtissier, Benoit Blin's new book, perfect your pastries and delight in crafting showstoppers with guidance from our expert Cookery School team. This course empowers cooks of all levels to embark on a sweet journey of culinary discovery. £430pp

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This culinary course promises to be an enriching experience, delving into the art of restaurant-quality sauces. Guests will learn professional techniques and methods used by our chefs to achieve deep, complex flavors. £395 per person.

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Join beekeeping expert Steve Barrett along with Raymond’s Director of Operations Adam Johnson for an immersive day starting in The Raymond Blanc Gardening School. Steve will share his passion and knowledge as you (safely) observe a thriving bee nucleus in our observation hive. In the kitchen, our talented chefs from The Raymond Blanc Cookery School will tantalize your taste buds with a delightful demonstration of honey-inspired creations. £395per person.

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This combination of practical instruction and demonstrations will equip you with the techniques to create impressive dinner party dishes. Learn valuable tips on advance preparation and maximizing flavor.

Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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Learn to prepare a four-course seasonal menu, with the opportunity to taste each dish. You will also get the chance to prepare the main course yourself through hands-on instruction. Weekdays: £210, Weekends: £230.

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Learn how to perfect Raymond’s favourite recipes: those that mean the most to him and that connect him to his loved ones. Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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In this full day course, learn how to fillet both round and flat fish, make stocks and sauces, and master exciting seafood dishes. Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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Led by one of the best Chef Pâtissiers in the country, Benoit Blin, learn how to make the classic breads of Le Manoir. Completion of the one-day beginner’s course is recommended before taking on the two-day advanced bread making course.

£430 per person

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Further your knowledge of doughs, levan and viennoiserie. Completion of the one day beginner’s course is required before taking on the two-day advanced bread making course. £800pp

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Master the art of flavor by learning how to combine fresh, natural ingredients to create exceptional dishes. Half day: £210, Full day: £395.

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This course takes us back to the hearty, classic dishes of Raymond Blanc’s childhood and cooking with his mother. Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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Through a combination of hands-on practice and demonstrations, we will guide you through the techniques for creating stunning desserts, cakes, and sweet treats. Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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Whether you are a strict vegetarian or ardent carnivore, have fun preparing light and healthy dishes enhanced with herbs and spices. Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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This class combines hands-on learning and demonstrations covering tempering, truffles, mousse cakes, chocolate tarts, and fondant making. This is definitely one for chocoholics!

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No kids food here! This class features four seasonal dishes, two of which you'll prepare yourself. In just three hours, learn simple techniques for creating incredible flavors.

£210 per child

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No kids food here! This class features four seasonal dishes, two of which you'll prepare yourself. In just three hours, learn simple techniques for creating incredible flavors. For children aged 7-12 accompanied by an adult.

£586 per duo

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Become a connoisseur of French macarons and discover the concise methods to master these coveted Parisian delicacies. All courses are afternoon and half-day, £210pp.

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Learn how to produce stocks for meat and fish dishes. Make everything from cream based to wine based sauces for a variety of dishes. Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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De-mystify creating soufflés both sweet and savoury, giving you the confidence to impress your guests with this simple, impressive dish. All courses are morning and half-day, £210.

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This hands-on and demonstration-based class will explore the creation of delicious Thai green curry, miso aubergine, coconut pannacotta, crab and tamarind curry, salmon wasabi, and Asian-style beef cheeks. Weekdays: £395, Weekends: £425.

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Weave together your very own story of garden to plate. Enjoy an interactive journey sowing your own vegetables, giving you advice on how to nurture them at home. Explore our vegetable garden where we will go in search of the freshest produce to pick and take to The Raymond Blanc Cookery School where you will learn how to create some of our favourite homegrown recipes.

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Explore Le Manoir’s stunning orchards and harvest apples for pressing. Then head inside to create an incredible seasonal lunch using your finds from the orchard. £395pp.

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Not all vegetables are equal, some hold a special place in our gardens, cultures, and cuisine. Join us at Le Manoir for "Grow, Cook, Eat," a collaboration between Raymond Blanc's Cookery and Garden Schools, where we explore the versatility of specific vegetables. In our Hartley Botanic Glasshouse, you'll learn the secrets of organic growing, sow seeds to take home, and in turn, harvest your own produce. Then, in the Raymond Blanc Cookery School, our chefs will demonstrate how to create mouthwatering dishes with these vegetables at their core.

£395 per person

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Aspire to reign over the summer barbecue? Gain new skills to expand your repertoire far beyond simple bangers and burgers, making the most of your barbecues and smokers. Join Adam, Raymond’s Director of Operations, in uncovering thrilling salads, marinades, dry rubs and sauces. £465pp.

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