The Water of Life - Whisky Tasting Thursday 1st July The Water of Life’ was the name given to whisky by monks in the middle ages but this introduction to Scotland’s famous export is bang up-to-date. Enjoy a selection of whiskies from both Robert the Bruce’s homeland as well as a few ... SOLD OUT Read More
History Tour of Blackfriars & Lunch Thursday 1st - Thursday 29th July Explore the long and turbulent history of Blackfriars, a 13th-century former Dominican friary from its medieval origins, right up to the present day. Dating back to 1239, Blackfriars lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the ... Read More
Chef's Table Friday 2nd July Sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of fabulous food cooked right in front of you by your very own personal chef. Six courses of the finest local and seasonal offerings we can find including canapés, amuse bouche, starter, fish course, ... SOLD OUT Read More
Bread Making for Beginners Saturday 3rd July Proper bread should be made from just flour, water, yeast and salt - and nothing else! Our bread-making courses follow this ethos using locally-milled stone ground flours to produce wonderfully delicious and nutritious bread. On this course, you&rs ... Read More
Bread Making for Beginners Sunday 4th July Proper bread should be made from just flour, water, yeast and salt - and nothing else! Our bread-making courses follow this ethos using locally-milled stone ground flours to produce wonderfully delicious and nutritious bread. On this course, you&rs ... Read More
Blackfriars lunch club - Brenda Kilgallon style Tuesday 6th July For our July lunch club we will be welcoming style icon, Brenda Kilgallon. Brenda will be giving tips and hints on 'How to create capsule wardrobe'. There will be an opportunity to be ahead of the new Autumn/Winter fashion collection and ... SOLD OUT Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Chocolate Making Tuesday 6th July Here’s your chance to impress by making a box of beautifully decorated, decadent soft-centred chocolates! Over the course of the evening you'll be shown how to make professional-looking artisan chocolates lovingly packaged in boxes to take ... SOLD OUT Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Chocolate Making Wednesday 7th July Ever wondered how to make beautifully decorated, decadent soft centred chocolate? Here is your chance to understand the basics of chocolate. Learn how to make professional looking artisan chocolates and create your own chocolate selection to take hom ... Read More
Gin O'Clock - A Tasting of Premium Gins from around the World Thursday 8th July Although many of us associate Gin production with the UK, almost every country in the world now produces versions of this aromatic juniper-infused spirit. What started as Dutch Jenever now accounts for almost 30% of all worldwide spirit sales. This ... SOLD OUT Read More
Cocktails & Canapés Friday 9th July Have some fun with a bespoke cocktail masterclass from one of our dedicated mixologists. Learn how to make three amazing cocktails from the experts and then get to drink them afterwards. You’ll enjoy a glass of fizz on arrival together with a ... Read More
Thai Cookery Saturday 10th July The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four Thai dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting edge spice, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling ... SOLD OUT Read More
Thai Cookery Sunday 11th July The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four Thai dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting edge spice, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling ... Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Irish Food Tuesday 13th July St Patrick’s Day is celebrated around the world by both Irish and non-Irish alike. But what do you know about traditional Irish cuisine? For generations potatoes were the main staple of Irish food resulting in many tasty ways to use them. Thi ... Read More
Evening Cookery Club - French Fancy Wednesday 14th July France remains home to one of the world’s greatest classic cuisines with humble dishes such as French onion soup, cassoulet, coq au vin, confit duck and beef bourguignon rooted in their culinary history. Food really is a way of life in France s ... Read More
Pizza & Prosecco Thursday 15th July Relax and have fun at our convivial evening pizza-making social. Our master baker will show you just how easy it is to make blisteringly good home-made sourdough pizzas full of tasty artisan toppings, both super savoury and decadently sweet. Come o ... Read More
The Water of Life - Whisky Tasting Thursday 15th July The Water of Life’ was the name given to whisky by monks in the middle ages but this introduction to Scotland’s famous export is bang up-to-date. Enjoy a selection of whiskies from both Robert the Bruce’s homeland as well as a few ... SOLD OUT Read More
Chef's Table Friday 16th July Sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of fabulous food cooked right in front of you by your very own personal chef. Six courses of the finest local and seasonal offerings we can find including canapés, amuse bouche, starter, fish course, ... SOLD OUT Read More
Vietnamese Cookery Saturday 17th July Here’s your chance to explore the rich tapestry of flavours that Vietnam has to offer understanding traditions of the cuisine rely on fresh herbs and vegetables, and complimentary textures. We will learn how to create, cook and present some o ... SOLD OUT Read More
Unique You Again Saturday 17th July As we move out of lockdown and back into some form of normality, here's your chance to get your life on track and regain your mojo! Join Sam Hook, Life Coach at Uniquethinking and co-owner of Blackfriars, who will help you to take ta ... Read More
Cloister Garden HOG Roast Sunday 18th July Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Order yourself a local beer, a chilled rose or whatever you fancy, kick back and relax. On arrival, you’ll be served shari ... Read More
Cloister Garden HOG Roast Sunday 18th July Come and enjoy a succulent spit roasted hog with all the trimmings in Blackfriars sheltered cloister courtyard. Order yourself a local beer, a chilled rose or whatever you fancy, kick back and relax. On arrival, you’ll be served sharing ... SOLD OUT Read More
Vietnamese Cookery Sunday 18th July Here’s your chance to explore the rich tapestry of flavours that Vietnam has to offer understanding traditions of the cuisine rely on fresh herbs and vegetables, and complimentary textures. We will learn how to create, cook and present some o ... SOLD OUT Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Thai Tuesday 20th July The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting edge spice, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling of d ... SOLD OUT Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Thai Wednesday 21st July The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four Thai dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting edge spice, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling o ... Read More
Morning Cookery Club - Thai Thursday 22nd July The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting edge spice, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling of d ... Read More
Come Wine With Me - Big Fat Juicy Reds Thursday 22nd July There are some times in all of our lives when we just need a big fat juicy red wine to guzzle. It doesn’t have to be when we’re about to devour a huge hunk of steak - though that might help - or when we’re feeling particularly flu ... Read More
Chefs Table Friday 23rd July Sit back, relax and enjoy an evening of fabulous food cooked right in front of you by your very own personal chef. Six courses of the finest local and seasonal offerings we can find including canapés, amuse bouche, starter, fish course ... Read More
Curry & Spice Saturday 24th July Curry comes from the Tamil word ‘kari’ meaning spicy sauce for rice. Ginger, garlic and turmeric have been found to have been combined for a sauce as far back as 4,000 years ago. Today, whether in Asia, India, Africa, The Americas or th ... Read More
Curry, Spice & all things nice Sunday 25th July Curry comes from the Tamil word ‘kari’ meaning spicy sauce for rice. Ginger, garlic and turmeric have been found to have been combined for a sauce as far back as 4,000 years ago. Today, whether in Asia, India, Africa, The Americas or th ... Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Mexicano Tuesday 27th July Everyone loves Mexican cuisine but have you ever wanted to take it a step further than nachos and guacamole and create this vibrant cuisine in the comfort of your own kitchen? Whether it’s enchilada, quesadillas or empanadas, there really is a ... SOLD OUT Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Fish & Seafood from Bengal Wednesday 28th July The cuisine of Bengal in the Eastern part of India is known for its subtle yet fiery flavours. With an emphasis on fish, vegetables and lentils, served with rice, this is also a beautifully vibrant and healthy cuisine. Here’s your chance to t ... SOLD OUT Read More
Whey ale man - local beer tasting Thursday 29th July Love your local ales? Interested in sample some of the best brews the region’s 50+ craft breweries has to offer? With such a wealth of brewing talent right here on our doorstep, enjoy a tasting of some of the region's best beers with a bi ... Read More
Evening Cookery Club - Mexicano Thursday 29th July Everyone loves Mexican cuisine but have you ever wanted to take it a step further than nachos and guacamole and create this vibrant cuisine in the comfort of your own kitchen? Whether it’s enchilada, quesadillas or empanadas, there really is a ... SOLD OUT Read More
Beginners Mexicano Saturday 31st July Everyone loves Mexican cuisine but have you ever wanted to create this vibrant cuisine in the comfort of your own kitchen? Whether it’s enchilada, quesadillas or empanadas, there really is a dish for everyone! Like many other cuisines, the be ... SOLD OUT Read More