In this 1:1 lesson, Nellie welcomes you into a warm, relaxed space and gently walks you through the basics of everyday cooking. You will learn practical skills, simple recipes and little tricks that make home cooking feel less overwhelming and a lot more enjoyable.
You do not need any special experience. You just need a little curiosity and a wish to cook well for yourself or the people you love.
Across 2.5 to 3 hours, Nellie will:
Show you essential techniques step by step
Cook a selection of simple, delicious dishes with you
Help you understand how to plan and prep for the week
Answer your questions as you go
By the end of the class you will have a solid foundation of basic skills and a new sense of ease and confidence in the kitchen.
2.5 to 3 hour personalised cookery lesson with Nellie Kerrison
Hands on cooking in a calm, supportive environment
All ingredients and equipment for classes held in Nellie’s home kitchen
Practical recipes you can cook again on your own
Plenty of time for questions and individual guidance
How to poach an egg
How to make a great omelette
Using herbs and spices to build flavour
An easy pasta sauce that can also be used for pizza, parmas or marinara
Homemade salad dressing and the basics of a good salad
Basic knife skills
Simple make ahead ideas to help you eat well during the week
When you enquire, you can let me know which areas you are most interested in so I can shape the class to you.
This private beginners cooking class is ideal if you:
Feel nervous or unsure in the kitchen and would like gentle support
Have never really learned the basics but are ready to start now
Would like to cook more from scratch and rely less on takeaway
Want to give a meaningful gift to someone moving out of home, starting university or learning to cook later in life
You will leave with recipes you can repeat, skills you can build on and a new sense of confidence whenever you step into the kitchen.
If you have a particular date in mind or would like to discuss options, please get in touch. Given these are private classes, we are very happy to review your preferred date and time and do our best to accommodate you.
Once your date is confirmed, an invoice will be issued to secure your class and lock in the booking.

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