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Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of cooking classes are available?

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  The class offerings span multiple cuisines and techniques: sourdough and bread baking (3-hour hands-on classes with 26-year-old starters), duck preparation (French-inspired, Asian-inspired, and beginner essentials), cheese making (mozzarella, feta, halloumi, ricotta, and camembert courses ranging from $60-$297), pasta making, dumpling workshops, chocolate tempering, and Thermomix-specific instruction. Free Zoom sessions cover topics like scones, puff pastry, sponge cakes, scrolls, cookies, and muffin making. Classes accommodate both beginners and experienced cooks.

• Do classes provide hands-on experience or are they demonstrations?

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  Most classes are hands-on experiences. Sourdough masterclasses involve mixing dough, moulding, and shaping techniques. Duck classes include rolling up sleeves to work with crispy skin techniques and various cooking methods. Cheese making courses (like the Gourmet Delights at $297) involve transforming milk into finished cheeses. Pasta and dumpling workshops teach dough making and folding techniques. Some classes, like Christmas Duck, are demonstration-only where you observe and sample prepared dishes.

• What do I take home from cooking classes?

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  Takeaways vary by class type. Sourdough students take home warm, crusty loaves they've baked plus tips and techniques. Cheese making courses provide finished cheeses made during class—mozzarella courses include fresh mozzarella you've shaped, starter cultures, and dukkah-rolled ricotta. Pasta workshops include fresh pasta in a branded tote bag plus focaccia and salad. Dumpling classes provide dumplings made during the session. Chocolate classes include certificates and goody bags. Most classes also provide written recipes to recreate dishes at home.

• How long are the cooking classes?

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  Class duration varies significantly. Sourdough masterclasses run 2-3 hours. Cheese making courses range from introductory sessions (around 2 hours) to full-day experiences like the Gourmet Delights course. Pasta workshops at Tramsheds are 2 hours. Free Zoom sessions typically run 30-45 minutes. Chocolate hand-tempering classes are 1.5 hours. Duck cooking classes vary from appetizer-focused sessions to full masterclasses. Pizza classes include lunch and extend beyond basic instruction time.

• Are there dietary options available for cooking classes?

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  Several classes offer dietary adaptations. The Italian Stallions BIGGIES class can be modified to vegetarian but is not suitable for gluten or dairy-free diets. The Taste of Asia BIGGIES class is suitable for vegetarian, dairy-free, and gluten-free adjustments with advance notice at booking. The Classic Delights Cheese Making course focuses on Greek fetta and Mediterranean treats. However, not all classes specify dietary modifications—it's recommended to inquire directly about accommodation for specific dietary requirements.

• What age groups can attend cooking classes?

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  Classes serve multiple age groups. Adult-focused classes include wine masterclasses, advanced cheese courses, and hands-on cooking workshops. Children's classes are specifically offered through school holiday programs for ages 8-16 (chocolate making with certificates). Youth-focused BIGGIES classes serve 11-15 year olds (Taste of Asia) and 10+ year olds (Italian Stallions), with parents welcome to book tickets to cook alongside their children. Adult pasta workshops and specialized cooking masterclasses have no age restriction specified.