Hands-On Seafood Cooking Class – Learn to Cook Fish Like a Chef (Tufnell P)

Join a relaxed and hands-on 3.5 hours seafood cooking class in Hackney Wick in East London and learn how to cook fish and shellfish with the confidence and techniques used by professional chefs. In this small group workshop, you will work in a fully equipped teaching kitchen while learning how to prepare and cook a selection of fresh seafood sourced from Billingsgate Market.

During the class you will discover how to handle and cook a variety of fish and shellfish, prepare simple sauces that pair perfectly with seafood, and plate dishes that look as good as they taste. Whether you are a curious home cook or simply love seafood, this class will give you practical skills you can easily recreate at home.

During the session we will cover:

• portion fish fillets
• season fish correctly
• cook fish with crispy skin
• prepare sauces and garnishes
• plate the dish

You will cook several dishes during the class and enjoy the food together at the end.

This class is ideal for:

• home cooks who want to improve their skills
• seafood lovers
• couples or friends looking for a unique evening experience
• anyone interested in learning professional cooking techniques

No previous experience is required.

• all ingredients and equipment
• use of a School training kitchen
• hands-on cooking experience
• guidance from a professional chef
• the opportunity to enjoy the dishes you prepare

The exact menu will vary depending on the fresh fish available at the market on the day of the class. The session focuses on seasonal and sustainable seafood and may include a selection such as:

• sustainable white round fish
• flat fish such as lemon sole or plaice
• shellfish such as scallops or mussels
• whole fish used for demonstration of preparation

Fish for the class is sourced directly from Billingsgate Market, allowing participants to see and cook seafood similar to what professional chefs buy each morning.

Alongside the seafood preparation, participants will also learn how to make a selection of simple sauces and garnishes that pair beautifully with fish and shellfish, such as:

• classic butter-based sauces
• fresh herb and citrus sauces
• light Mediterranean-style dressings
• simple vegetable garnishes and seasonal accompaniments

These techniques are designed to be simple, versatile and easy to recreate at home, helping participants confidently cook seafood dishes beyond the class.

Training kitchen in a London secondary school (Food Technology kitchen).

Full address and access details will be sent after booking.

Info: • welcome and overview of the class
• introduction to the fish and shellfish brought from the market
• discussion about sustainability and lesser-known species
• explanation of the dishes and techniques

Info: • fish preparation and filleting demonstration
• explanation of scallops or shellfish preparation
• overview of sauces and cooking techniques

Info: Participants prepare and cook the dishes themselves with guidance throughout the session.

This part includes:

• seafood preparation
• cooking techniques for fish and shellfish
• preparing sauces and garnishes
• plating and presentation

Info: • everyone sits together to enjoy the dishes prepared during the class
• discussion and questions
• recap of key techniques learned • Teacher Feedback

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