Let's try something new!
Are you ready to sharpen your knife skills, tackle a tricky bake or experiment with plant-based cooking? Book a class with Chefs Rob, Bea, Andrew, Sally or guest chef-turned athlete Holly Dixon, and give it a go!Let's try something new!
Now's the time to master those essential knife skills, explore a new cuisine or try vegan, vegetarian or gluten-free cooking. Our classes will set you up for many more delicious adventures to come, so what are you waiting for?
GORDON RAMSAY'S FIRST EVER COOKERY ACADEMY
Gordon has always been passionate about sharing his love of food and the Gordon Ramsay Academy is where this is brought to life, offering guests of all ages and all levels of cooking ability the chance to enjoy fun, relaxed and informative cookery classes.
With multiple kitchens and a large demonstration room upstairs, the Academy is set up for a real hands-on experience in every class. There’s plenty of space for both intimate sessions and larger groups, plus inspiration from our cookbook library and room to relax with a coffee in our comfy lounge.
“The Academy is something I’ve been passionate about for a long time. Not only will we offer guests of all ages and abilities the chance to learn in what I hope will be fun, relaxed and also really informative classes, but there’s also so much potential for more – exciting events, Michelin-starred dining and development opportunities for chefs, home-cooks and anyone who loves food.
The thing about cooking is that you never stop learning. It’s a journey and I can’t wait to share it with you all.”
Gordon Ramsay
LET US SHOW YOU AROUND
We can't wait to welcome you to the Academy in person, but in the meantime, here's a little look inside...
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MEET THE TEAM
Our amazing chef teachers are here to guide you through every step, and to make sure you have fun! We’re always keen to learn, too, so look out for special guest chefs and experts in our upcoming classes.
Rob Cottam
Head of Culinary
Top tip: Weigh liquids on scales rather than in a measuring jug - it's more precise and much easier, you can weigh straight into your mixing bowl or pan.
Beatrice Brügger
Senior Chef Teacher
Top tip: Put any veg scraps and peelings in a bag in the freezer, they're great for making homemade stocks and soups and reduce food waste.
Andrew Roberts
Senior Chef Teacher
Top tip: Brunch for a crowd? Poach the eggs ahead! Poach the eggs for 2-3 mins then cool in iced water. When ready, simmer for 1 min to heat through.
Alice Pilkington
Chef Teacher
Top tip: Use a pestle and mortar instead of a food processor to make pestos and curry pastes - you can control the texture and pounding releases more flavour than chopping.
Sally Codling
Chef Teacher
Top tip: For super easy peeling, after topping and tailing a kiwi fruit, peel one strip with a knife then run a dessert spoon around inside the skin to peel it perfectly. Ta dah!
Mark Pocock
Chef Teacher
Top tip: Use 'best before dates' as a guide - trust your senses! Especially when it comes to fruit and veg, you will know if it smells, looks or feels off and you can avoid a huge amount of food waste.
Gio Quercia
Chef
Top tip: I'm Italian so my top tip has to be to always keep some of the pasta cooking water. Even a small amount will help your sauce bind together and fully coat the pasta.
Vanessa McKendrick
Chef
Top tip: Save the rind from Parmesan cheese to add extra flavour to soups, sauces and risottos, just chuck it in with your ingredients and let it simmer away for a rich savoury taste.
Jo Andrews
Chef
Top tip: When making caramel, use granulated sugar instead of caster sugar. I always find it melts quicker and gives a much more even and stable caramel to use in desserts and baking.
Clare Gazzard
Head of Academy
Always ready with new ideas to grow and develop the Academy, you'll find Clare in the office, hosting guests or crafting new classes and recipes with the team in the kitchen!
Ella Broadfield
Social Media and Marketing Manager
You might see Ella running around with a camera in hand ready to capture your cooking triumphs - you might be the star of our next social media post or email newsletter!
Catherine Jones
Guest Relations Manager
Catherine will be ready to greet you the minute you walk through the door here at the Academy - there's no question too big or too small so pop in, give us a call or drop us an email anytime.
Christine Mulder
Weekend Host
Christine will be sharing her love of food with everyone who joins us for a class on the weekends, so please do say hello and get ready to share your passions, too!
Luminita Minea
Kitchen Porter
Luminita ensures everything you see is sparkling clean and ready for use, we couldn't run the Academy without her in the kitchen keeping everything in incredible order!
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GORDON RAMSAY ACADEMY
- 57-61 Commercial Way, Woking, Surrey GU21 6HN
- 020 7352 2442
- woking@gordonramsayacademy.com