Classes in July
Class Code 38. Monday 5th July - 10:00am-12:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Gardiner & Jenkins | Kids in the Kitchen - $65
7-9 year olds
The classes have been designed with the ability of the specific age group in mind.
Class Code 39. Tuesday 6th July - 10:00am-12:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Gardiner & Jenkins | Kids in the Kitchen - $65
10-12 year olds
The classes have been designed with the ability of the specific age group in mind..
Class Code 40. Wednesday, 7th July - 10:00am-12:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Gardiner & Jenkins | Kids in the Kitchen - $65
13-15 year olds
The classes have been designed with the ability of the specific age group in mind.
Class Code 41. Monday, 5th July - 6:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Kylie Kwong | Billy Kwong - $110
It Tastes Better
Kylie’s philosophical preference is for organically produced food and if the product comes in from overseas, that it is part of a fair trade agreement where workers are paid a fair wage. This book will be Kwong’s fourth.
Class Code 42. Wednesday, 21st July - 6:30pm – HANDS ON - FULLY BOOKED
Colin Holt & Phillip Mitchell | Hudson Meats - $225
Hands-On - Pork
In class, Colin and Phillip will be showing how to break down a whole pig. All students will receive a barrel of pork, which they will be shown how to break down into a pork rack. Students will be going through the process of scoring and tying the rack properly, and will also learn how to make a rolled loin with the pork fillet.
Class Code 43. Sunday, 25th July - 12:00pm noon - CHEF’s TABLE - 1 PLACE LEFT
Matthew Kemp | Balzac - $120
Winter Lunch Tasting Menu
Join Matthew and me for a private lunch at Balzac.
He will present a winter lunch tasting menu that highlights his favourite dishes. The recipes, lunch, wine and opportunity to meet the chef are all inclusive. Places limited to 35.
Class Code 44. Monday, 26th July - 6:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Giovanni Pilu | Pilu at Freshwater - $99
Return from Sardinia
Giovanni and I took a small group to Sardinia in May and this class will be a reflection of our trip and the food we experienced.
Class Code 45. Tuesday, 27th July - 6:30pm - PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
Sean Connolly | Astral - $99
Presentation
This outstanding chef will help you put the fine food aspect into your cooking. Learn the tricks of the trade and skilful plating of food – it’s all about presentation.
Class Code 46. Saturday, 31st July - 10:30am - HANDS-ON - FULLY BOOKED
John Lanzafame | Lanzafame Trattoria - $175
Hands-on Pizza
Due to demand being so high – John will present this class for the sixth year in a row. Pizza making is a skill that can only be learned in this hands-on method.
Come and learn from the master and take pizzas home.
Classes in August
Class Code 47. Monday, 2nd August - 6:30pm
Brent Savage | Bentley Restaurant and Bar - $99 - PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
To Start
The Bentley has had a facelift for 2010. The class will concentrate on starters which will have the “Wow” factor to make your entertaining super special but achievable in the home kitchen. Brent’s clever ideas with food bring art and science to the table. The result is spectacular.
Class Code 48. Tuesday, 3rd August - 6:30pm
Danny Russo | Chef - $99 - FULLY BOOKED
Nonna Cucina
By popular demand, “Grandma in the Kitchen” returns.
Nonna will put Danny through his paces. Traditional meets modern, two different takes on the food of Italy.
Class Code 49. Wednesday, 4th August - 6:30pm
Nadine Abensur | Author - $99 - PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
Warming Winter Wonders
Create winter entertaining with Nadine’s rich, intense flavours from the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.
Class Code 50. Wednesday 11th August (repeat) - 10:30am - FULLY BOOKED
David McGuinness | Bourke Street Bakery - $175 - Hands On
Hands-on Sour Dough
We are extremely lucky to have David, co-owner of the Bourke Street Bakery and co-author of the book by the same name, run this hands-on class for us. Learn the intricacies of sour dough bread. Not only will there be plenty to taste, hot from the oven, but you will be able to take home and bake.
Class Code 51. Saturday 14th August - 11:00am
Alex Herbert & Rachel Grisewood | Bird Cow Fish & Manna from Heaven - $120 - PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
Simon Hopkins Tribute Lunch
Simon Hopkins is acclaimed as one of the best food writers of our time. His latest book, “Week In Week Out” is an outstanding example of his skills. Alex and Rachel have been greatly influenced by this man and this will be reflected in this class as they prepare a sit-down lunch for a limited number of people at Accoutrement.
Class Code 52. Monday 16th August - 6:30pm
Hugh Whitehouse | Saffire Freycinet - $99 - PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
Tasmanian Produce
Hugh is an all-time favourite of mine. Winner of Best Regional Chef, is now the Executive Chef of the new and exclusive Saffire Freycinet in Tasmania. He will feature superb Tasmanian produce.
Class Code 53. Tuesday 17th August - 6:30pm - PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
Dietmar Sawyer | Berowra Waters and Ad Lib - $99
Neighbourhood Bistro
Dietmar has opened a new neighbourhood bistro in Pymble called Ad Lib and it is this style of food that will be demonstrated in the class.
Class Code 54. Wednesday 18th August - 6:30pm- FULLY BOOKED
Colin Holt & Phillip Mitchell | Hudson Meats - $225
The Butcher and the Chef
In this hands-on class, you will be learning how to bone out and stuff quail and spatchcock. Master the classic way to portion chicken; prepare and cook duck to perfection and take home your results.
Class Code 55. Monday 30th August - 6:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Matt Moran | Aria - $99
Celebrity Menu
Multi-talented with books, television and two very successful restaurants, Matthew still makes time to teach at Accoutrement. He always likes to present a balanced and seasonal menu.
Class Code 56. Tuesday 31st August - 6:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Philip Johnson | Ecco Bistro - $99
Big Night In
This highly acclaimed Brisbane chef returns to Accoutrement with a new book on entertaining at home. Full of innovative ideas for all types of “at home” occasions.
Classes in September
Class Code 57. Wednesday 1st September (repeat) - 10:30am - FULLY BOOKED
Philip Johnson | Ecco Bistro - $99
Big Night In
This highly acclaimed Brisbane chef returns to Accoutrement with a new book on entertaining at home. Full of innovative ideas for all types of “at home” occasions.
Class Code 58. Wednesday, 1st September - 6:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Mark Jensen | Red Lantern - $99
Authentic Vietnamese
Red Lantern is a restaurant that is constantly evolving and you are invited to share the journey. The journey has lead Mark down the path of social and environmental awareness. The four courses presented by Mark will highlight sustainable authentic Vietnamese recipes and techniques.
Class Code 59. Tuesday, 7th September - 6:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Alex Kearns | Glebe Point Diner - $99
Inner West Comes North
I am very happy to welcome Alex to Accoutrement.
The success of Glebe Point Diner has prompted Alex to open a new restaurant in Neutral Bay. This class will be based on his signature dishes adapted for home. Alex is one of Sydney’s young rising stars.
Class Code 60. Wednesday, 8th September - 6:30pm - PLACES STILL AVAILABLE
Frank Shek | China Doll - $99
China Doll’s Way with Seafood
Frank’s class was one of the best classes in 2009 and I highly recommend this class for those that want to improve their modern Chinese techniques.
Class Code 61. Thursday, 9th September - 12:00pm - CHEF’S TABLE
Sean Moran | Sean’s Panaroma - $120
Lunch at Sean’s Panaroma
Sean has agreed to host another Chef’s Table as last year’s private Thursday 4-course lunch had sold out within the first week of publication. The recipes, lunch, wine and opportunity to meet the chef are all inclusive. Places limited to 35.
Class Code 62. Thursday, 16th September - 6:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
Giovanni Pilu and Alessandro Pavoni | Pilu at Freshwater and Ormeggio - $110
The Boys from the Northern Beaches
The northshore is now the lucky host to both Giovanni and Alessandro. This class will show you Giovanni’s Sardinian influence up against Alessandro’s Lombardy background. New recipes but back by popular demand.
Class Code 63. Tuesday, 14th September - 6:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
Holly Davis | Chef and Author - $99
Refresh, Restore and Nourish for Spring
Holly will teach you her philosophy of combining ingredients in particular ways to optimise their nutrition. Robust health was once our birthright and it is time to revive as much of this knowledge and its application for Spring.
Class Code 64. Wednesday, 15th September - 6:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
John Lanzafame | Lanzafame - $99
Provincial and Rustic Pasta
John Lanzafame’s new restaurant in Crown Street, opened in February and this class will focus on rustic and provincial hand-made pasta which is also the title of his newly released book.
Class Code 65. Monday, 20th September - 6:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
Matthew Kemp | Restaurant Balzac & The Burlington Bar & Dining - $99
Lamb
Matthew now runs two highly successful restaurants and the focus of this class will be a change in the season. This is the right time of the year for young lamb and Matthew’s love of cooking meat will inspire you.
Class Code 66. Tuesday, 21st September - 6:30pm - FULLY BOOKED
Justin North | Bécasse and Etch - $99
A Celebration of Spring
Justin will show you how to utilise your local markets and seasonal produce to get the best out of your spring ingredients. Signature dishes from Bécasse and Etch.
Class Code 67. Wednesday, 22nd September - 6:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
Jeff Turnball | Aqua Dining Group of Restaurants - $99
Alfresco Dinner
This extraordinary Executive Chef is responsible for five very successful restaurants – Aqua Dining and four Ripples restaurants. In this class, Jeff will be preparing you for summer entertaining. What better way than alfresco dining!
Class Code 68. Monday, 27th September - 10:00am-12:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
Gardiner & Jenkins | Kids in the Kitchen - $65
7-9 year olds
The classes have been designed with the ability of the specific age group in mind.
Class Code 69. Tuesday 28th September - 10:00am-12:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
Gardiner & Jenkins | Kids in the Kitchen - $65
10-12 year olds
The classes have been designed with the ability of the specific age group in mind..
Class Code 70. Wednesday, 29th September - 10:00am-12:30pm - PLACES AVAILABLE
Gardiner & Jenkins | Kids in the Kitchen - $65
13-15 year olds
The classes have been designed with the ability of the specific age group in mind.
For the full year of 2010 classes, please download using the above link.
The following wineries have generosly given of their time, expertise and will supply us with their wonderful wines to accompany the classes throughout 2010.
How to Book Classes
Registration can be made by by email – accoutrement@bigpond.com
by post, 611 Military Road, Mosman 2088,
by phone 9969 4911
by fax 9969 7929
or in person.
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If you book more than any four classes, pay 50% deposit now and final payment will be due one week prior to each class.
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If you book more than six classes, you may bring a friend to one of the classes as my guest. This class must be selected when you book.
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