Back to cooking basics: 6 essential cooking tips
What's the first cooking skill you learned? Maybe you were five and baking cookies, or nineteen and learning to fry an egg. If I cast my...
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Feb 17, 20222 min read
Irresistible Mille Feuille recipe
How often do you treat yourself to a scrumptious afternoon tea? We're talking all the fancy things - tiny cakes, scones, itty bitty...
Jan 31, 20229 min read
20 essential items you must have in your kitchen
What's your most essential kitchen item? A bread maker, juicer, or even a trusty wooden spoon? Some kitchens are high tech, others low...
Jan 27, 20223 min read
Asian pork stuffed spring green rolls
Our ‘veg of the month’ project is drawing to a close! Throughout January we have focused on exploring the health benefits and delicious...
Jan 26, 20224 min read
Welcome to Devon’s boutique, ethical cookery school
Have you met us yet? We thought it was about time for a little reintroduction to Devon Cookery School, and to say a proper hello to new...
Jan 24, 20221 min read
Creamy spiced celeriac soup
Celeriac is endlessly versatile! Surprisingly so for such a gnarly, awkward looking veg. But once you get under those wrinkles you'll...
Jan 24, 20224 min read
Devon food events to look forward to in 2022
It feels like 2022 has really got off the ground now and at Devon Cookery School we’re settled into a joyful, energetic rhythm. Classes...
Jan 20, 20221 min read
Beautiful and Quick Beetroot Risotto
Our third 'veg of the month' is our friend beetroot. Is there a more wholesome vegetable? I like the way it doesn't come pristine from...
Jan 13, 20221 min read
The best Brussels sprouts recipe ever
Sprouts aren't just for Christmas people! Who wouldn't want to eat this incredible fiesta of colours and flavours anytime? We're talking...
Jan 8, 20222 min read
Celebrate January with this delicious curried celeriac Waldorf salad
As I write this it is raining outside. Not just a drizzle, but an 'is that a hundred goats dancing on the roof' downpour. January...
Jan 6, 20225 min read
Welcome to Veg of the Month: seasonal produce for nutritious and delicious January meals
Hello friends! How have your holidays been? If you’re anything like us you will have eaten and drunk to your heart’s content, and enjoyed...
Dec 31, 20214 min read
Reflecting on 2021 and the first full year of Devon Cookery School
I can’t believe it’s that time of year again. Whilst it’s similar to the end of 2020 in many ways - covid is still unpredictable and I’m...
Dec 27, 20211 min read
An easy ooey gooey baked camembert recipe
Whilst delicious at any time of year, especially with a bottle of red wine, an ooey gooey melty camembert with added natural flavours is...
Dec 23, 20214 min read
Weird and wonderful foodie Christmas traditions around the world
With Christmas nearly upon us, have you sorted out your Christmas dinner and festive nibbles? It’s likely you’re having turkey or capon,...
Dec 20, 20213 min read
Yule love this Yule Log Recipe
Are you searching for a delicious, impressive Christmas centrepiece? The yule log is a guaranteed crowd pleaser. Whether you go for a...
Dec 18, 20214 min read
What should I make for a Christmas party? Three tantalising party recipes ready to delight everyone.
When do you start preparing for a party? Do you have everything ready three months in advance, from guest lists to food timings, or do...
Dec 14, 20212 min read
Try this easy gingerbread recipe and make biscuit baubles as Christmas present ideas!
How far have you got with your Christmas shopping? We have 100% totally completely… barely begun! Buying Christmas gifts is probably a...
Dec 12, 20218 min read
What are the best mince pies? We test 7 & compare them to the Devon Cookery School recipe
Do you love or hate a mince pie? Let us know in the comments! I feel like they’re the most controversial Christmas treat, with some...
Dec 9, 20217 min read
Top Festive Fun Things To Do In Devon (and slightly beyond) 2021
The festivities are upon us! In this part of the world it feels like Christmas is here as soon as Exeter Cathedral opens the Christmas...
Dec 8, 20215 min read
The best cooking knives for any kitchen: meet the I.O. Shen Triplex knives
We’re absolutely thrilled to announce that Devon Cookery School is now a stockist for the incredible I.O. Shen knives. I’ve been using...
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