Hands-on Academy Courses

A Taste of the Mediterranean

Only the freshest of ingredients will do! Take a cruise along the Mediterranean at the Novelli Academy. Learning to cook seasonally, this course will enhance your appreciation for fresh ingredients which come straight from their source and onto your... (more)

A Taste of Tuscany

from £195.00

Picture yourself in the rolling green vineyards of the North – West coast of Italy Imagine sitting in the shades of a local taverna, sipping a glass of chianti and indulging in fine, homemade Italian recipes. This course will have you making... (more)

Autumn Delights

As Autumn approaches our cravings for warm comforting meals increases. This particular programme has a theme of honey running through it, from preparation of soups like winter pumpkin, honey roasted salmon and chickens and a variety of puddings... (more)

Beside the Seaside, Beside the Sea

from £195.00

Take a dive in the deep end with this fabulously refreshing course. Learn to cook a variety of seafood properly, without over cooking - rubber fishes are for jokes only. Taking inspiration from around the globe, let our chefs guide you in... (more)

Best of British

from £195.00

This course brings back nostalgic memories from your childhood and is for every British traditionalist food lover. Find yourself sipping tea, with freshly baked scones, topped with homemade jam and clotted cream. Simply divine. You will be making... (more)

Dinner Party

from £195.00

If you lack the confidence to entertain guests then look no further than this course. This dazzling menu is to die for, and will leave your diners begging for more. The dishes may sound complicated, but after a day with one of our chefs, you’ll be... (more)

Faster Pasta

from £195.00

Are you a pasta – holic? Is this all you can cook? Do you know your fettuccine from your fusilli or your penne from your ravioli? Then join us at the Novelli Academy. Our pasta dishes are quick, easy and taste divine. Learn to make traditional... (more)

French Patisserie

from £195.00

Every sweet lovers dream – take away with you the skill of a French patisserie master, and you will never look back. Create the finest pastry, the most delectable truffles, and tarte tatins that will tempt your taste buds. Using only the most... (more)

Healthy Eating

Healthy eating is not all about raw carrots and cabbage leaves. Tune into your creative side as you learn how to make tasty salad dressings, exotic fruit salads, and healthy family favourites. Drawing inspiration from around the globe, create... (more)

Here Come the Girls!

from £195.00

Let’s go girls! Let us whisk you away to the perfect day of indulgence at the Novelli Academy. Begin with a glass of smooth, chilled wine, as you learn how to cook in fabulous style, creating glamorous dishes that would impress the most stubborn... (more)

Just Desserts

from £195.00

Ever felt like skipping the mains and starting your meal with a dessert, but your mother wouldn’t let you? Well, join us at the Academy for a day like no other. Lose yourself in tarts, truffles, chocolates and cakes. Explore dessert heaven as you... (more)

Ready in Minutes

This course will show you how to make amazing dishes from Alan's latest book Ready in Minutes. The dishes you will learn will take from zero minutes cooking time to 30 minutes. The course will offer a collection of starters, mains and desserts... (more)

Relaxed Entertaining

from £195.00

If you’re not one for rushing around like a headless chicken whilst entertaining, this course is tailored to meet your needs. Learn to put together the perfect stress free menu, that will still delight and impress your guests. This course is for... (more)

Simply Vegetarian

from £195.00

A vegetarian course suitable for veggies and non-veggies alike. This course covers a selection of seasonal produce available and how best to extract their flavours and use them to your culinary advantage. Just because you may not eat meat does not... (more)

Spice Up Your Life! An Easy Guide to Indian Cooking

from £195.00

If you have always wanted to cook Indian food, but not had the confidence in the kitchen, then this course will give you the opportunity to discover how easy and delicious Indian cuisine can be. Classic Indian food is vibrant, spicy, fragrant and... (more)

Summer BBQ

Welcome to barbeque heaven. Set in the beautiful surroundings of the Novelli Academy’s edible garden, learn how to grill meats, fish, and vegetables. Experience the heady, smoky smells and tastes of barbeque food at its best and learn new skills... (more)

Tastes of Ghana

from £195.00

Ever wondered what Ghanaian food was about? Then look no further than Patti’s Menu at the Academy. Aromatic sauces, succulent chicken peanut butter, tantalising sweet and savoury plantain and so much more; the origins of soul food! Ingredients... (more)

Time Gentlemen Please

from £195.00

Tired of burnt toast? Worried about your kitchen when you leave the house? Then look no further than the Novelli academy. Time Gentleman Please is a course designed with men in mind. If you think being in the kitchen is all about aprons and... (more)

Tour de France

Ever wanted to cycle through the French countryside on a fresh summer’s day? Picture the sweet smell of lavender and herbes de provence, whilst enjoying the culinary delights of French cuisine. Master the art of classic French cooking and the... (more)