5 Foodie experiences in the southwest of England

Now more than ever gift experiences seem to be on the rise, especially foodie based ones. In this blog we are going to share with you 5 Top foodie experiences based in the southwest. weather you are searching for yourself or as a gift, we hope this gives you some inspiration.

1 My fish Kitchen.

Owned by Annie Seabourne, who has worked in the Cornish fishing industry for over 40 years, s holds cookery classes specifically focused on fish. certian skills that you will learn are filletting, what to look for when choosing good produce and, if you're lucky she will also share her simple but delicious fish stock recepie. The course takes place at her beautiful cottage in mawnan smith, Cornwall and runs for a few hours throughout the week.

2 Padstow Kitchen Garden Big Green Egg cookery course

Join Our good Friend Ross Geach at Padstow kitchen garden for a masterclass on how to cook on a Big Green Egg. With previous years working for rick stein and in kitchens across Cornwall Ross will share his knowledge on how to get the very best out of your Big Green Egg. this class is set at his familys farm and has the most spectacular views over the camel estuary.

Ross also offers other experiences including one on how to grow better veg that includes a breakfast and delicious feast style lunch.

3 Tarquins Gin Making Experience.

If you love a cheeky tipple now and then, but want to learn a bit more about the process of Gin making, Then this experience is perfect for you. Held at either their Padstow or St.ives shops you can spend your time crafting your very own custom flavoured gin.

4 St.ives cookery school

Learn from our good friend and contestant on BBCs Great British Menu Jeffery Robinson at his stunning cookery school based in St.ives, Cornwall. Jeff is one of the most passionate people when it comes to food and teaching and loves nothing more than helping others improve their culinary skills.

5 Pareusi knife making experience day.

Join us at our beautiful workshop, overlooking the rugged Cornish coastline, as we help you craft your very own kitchen knife, using Steel sourced from the smouldering foundries of Sheffield.

During your your day, you will get to choose from a selection of designs as well as the exotic wood for the handle. ask any chef and they will say, a knife is the most important tool in the kitchen, so it makes sense to have something a bit special.

I hope this makes your life a little easier when searching for the perfect gift for your foodie friend or family member. if you have any questions please feel free to enmail me us at chefknives@pareusi.com