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

from £195.00

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 meets Faster Pasta

from £195.00

Small fish, large fish, shellfish…. But what can you do with it, the first part of the course you will learn how to clean, fillet and prepare fish and shellfish …A small break and it is time to “really get your hands dirty”! by the end of the day... (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

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)

Best of British meets British Cake Baking

from £195.00

British cuisine is some of the most underestimated food in the world but most people living in Britain have a favourite “British” meal from somewhere in their past. Let us take you on a tour of this wonderful Nation and help you rediscover the truly... (more)

Better Bred Bread

from £195.00

Baking Real Bread is not a hobby, it’s a lifestyle statement. It’s a commitment to wholesome ingredients, embracing a healthy lifestyle and reaching that warm sense of satisfaction when you’ve fed somebody with the holy grail of all foods. On this... (more)

Canapés and party food

Tis the season to be Jolly!! At this time of year we love to bring our family and friends together to celebrate this special time of year. Whilst entertaining your guests why not pull out all the stops and surprise them with a selection of fun... (more)

Chinese Cuisine Made Easy

All Chinese food is delicious and yet most meals and recipes take only minutes to prepare. This course is a fun and informative hands on introduction to Chinese cooking. Gain an insight into the wonderful array of Chinese ingredients, fantastic... (more)

Christmas Dessert Delights

Christmas day wouldn't be the same without being able to indulge in a delicious traditional dessert! This Christmas we are introducing this BRAND NEW course to treat you to a delicious dessert day here at the Novelli academy ahead of the festive... (more)

Christmas Traditions

As we lead up to the Christmas holidays we will be getting into the Christmas spirit and creating many delicious traditional Christmas dishes. Why not join us here at the Novelli academy to learn how to give your Christmas dinner a Masterchef... (more)

Culinary secrets

Do you find it stressful when having friends round either just for a light lunch or even for dinner?The idea behind this course is to help make the shopping, prep and cooking not only less stressful but fun. It's all about the planning and... (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)

English Cuisine meets Tastes of Ghana

from £195.00

In this two part course over one day, we will introduce you to some very interesting recipes from Africa using produce, spices and herbs that are now readily available in most supermarkets in the UK combined in a unique way to create some of the... (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)

Filming hire / Photo-shoot

The Novelli Academy has been hired for private use for either filming or photography and will be unavailable to the public. To enquire about hiring the Novelli academy for filming or photography please contact us on 01582 454 070 or... (more)

Fine Dining & Traditional Roast Dinners

from £195.00

In this two part course we will try and show you ways of firstly expanding your current repertoire of recipes and show you ways of developing your existing recipes in a way that elevates them to a level that can be classed as Fine Dining, in the... (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

from £195.00

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!

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)

Italian Breads meets French Patisserie

from £195.00

Each Village in Italy seems to ,make it’s own kind of bread. The morning will start in the south of Italy “driving north” making a numbers of local breads recipes. Half way through the day we will reach France, forget about bread and indulge in... (more)

Italian Cuisine and Glorious Desserts

from £195.00

Italian cuisine is all about simplicity and using the freshest, best ingredients cooked with the expertise to enhance the natural flavours to produce delicious dishes. The first part of this course will teach you some of my favourite recipes and... (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)

Private hire Corporate event

The Novelli Academy has been hired for a corporate event and unfortunately is not available to the public. To enquire about hiring the Novelli Academy for a corporate cookery experience, with Jean-Christophe Novelli or a resident Chef please... (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)

Spice up your life meets Tastes of Asia

from £195.00

Tantalise your taste buds with a session on curry and traditional Indian cuisine with chef Manju Malhi. The first part of the hands on course offers a select choice of dishes which can be prepared quite easily at home for dinner parties. Savour the... (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)

Surf & Turf

from £195.00

We have been asked so many times how to dress or prepare meat and fish for my recipes, which has now led us to create this course for all cooking abilities and experiences, to show you in an easy to follow manner how to prepare a wide array of... (more)

Tastes of Asia

from £195.00

The flavours of Asia are as vast and as diverse as the continent itself. Here at the Novelli Academy, Manju Malhi offers a simple yet relaxed session of cooking different dishes from varied cuisines of South and South East Asia. She'll show you how... (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

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

from £195.00

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)

Traditional dishes of India

According to Manju Malhi, there is no such thing as 'Indian cuisine' but rather there are various cuisines of India, and this is reflected in the dishes that Manju has chosen on this course reflecting the diverse regions of the sub-continent. In... (more)

Valentines, Dinner for Two

Learn how to cook and present a playful, romantic dinner for you're partner with dishes to stimulate the senses. (more)