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A Taste of Thailand - Taster

In this Thai taster session, learn how to make Thailand’s national dish, Pad Thai, as well as a vibrant, fresh and crunchy Som Tam salad.

course code
CSA2
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
01 Oct 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 18:00-20:00

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA3
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
25 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 18:00-20:00

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA4
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
07 Jul 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-12:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
with Sarah Alder
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A taste of Vietnam - Taster

Come and explore the vibrant Vietnamese street food scene as we prepare fresh, fragrant dishes packed with flavour.

course code
CSA5
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
12 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 18:00-20:00

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA6
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
29 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 18:00-20:00

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA7
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
24 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-12:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
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Afternoon Tea

Join us as we craft a quintessentially British afternoon tea fit for the King. Learn to make the perfect light scone and other sweet and savoury decadent treats.

course code
CSA1
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
18 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
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Batch cooking - cook once, eat twice…or more...

Whether you’re short on time, have lost the joy of cooking every day or want to eat well on a budget, batch cooking and preparation are life savers. Come and learn how to batch cook and prep like a pro.

course code
CSA10
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
13 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Sat 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA8
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
25 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
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course code
CSA9
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
17 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
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Bread making - taster session

Learn some breadmaking basics in this taster session in which we will be making Moroccan flatbreads with a tasty dip and soda bread with a flavoured butter.

course code
CSA11
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
20 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-12:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA12
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
30 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-12:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £30.00
with Sarah Alder
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Bread Masterclass

Take a deep dive into the world of bread-making. We’ll be getting hands on with a variety of doughs and techniques as we get to grips with breadmaking processes to create some stunning bakes.

course code
CSA13
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
08 Nov 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Sat 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
registered before?  Sign in to enrol on this course
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course code
CSA14
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
07 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Sat 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA15
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
09 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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Christmas Pies and Tarts

TThere’s more to Christmas baking than mince pies. We’ve got your Christmas celebrations covered with some exciting savoury centrepieces, desserts and sweet treats in our festive pies and tarts session.

course code
CSA16
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
09 Dec 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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Easter Baking

In this Easter themed session, learn how to make some classic British bakes. We’ll be making hot cross buns and Simnel cake inspired muffins ready to adorn your Easter afternoon tea table.

course code
CSA17
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
21 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Sat 10:30-13:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £50.00  (concession £30.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA18
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
31 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-13:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £50.00  (concession £30.00)
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Inspired by India

Inspiration, recipes and hands-on practice to create mains, breads and side dishes inspired by India. Make delicious, flavour-packed dishes using an array of spices, pulses and vegetables.

course code
CSA19
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
08 Oct 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA20
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
13 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £65.00  (concession £45.00)
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course code
CSA21
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
21 Apr 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £65.00  (concession £45.00)
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Inspired by the Mediterranean

Let’s travel together to Greece, Italy and Spain as we create a variety of hot, cold, veggie and meat dishes inspired by the bountiful ingredients of the Mediterranean.

course code
CSA22
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
15 Oct 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA23
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
27 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
registered before?  Sign in to enrol on this course
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course code
CSA24
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
12 May 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
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Italian Cookery: Risotto, pasta e polpette

Learn how to make the perfect Risotto with mushrooms and Risotto alla milanese (saffron). Pasta alla Norma (with aubergines and salted ricotta) Pasta alla carbonara (eggs and pancetta), and Polpette (meatballs) in Sicilian style with caponata (vegetables)

course code
CM10
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
07 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Sat 11:00-15:00

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Marika Parisi
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Middle Eastern Mezze

Transport yourself to the souks and be inspired by the flavours, ingredients and spices of the Middle East as you learn how to create a variety of mezze dishes.

course code
CSA25
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
22 Oct 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA26
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
10 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA27
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
23 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
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Mother's Day Afternoon Tea

Come and celebrate Mother’s Day in style crafting a quintessentially British afternoon tea. Learn to make the perfect light scone and other sweet and savoury decadent treats.

course code
CSA28
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
10 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
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One chicken, five ways

Learn how to joint and make the most of every part of a whole chicken. We’ll create a delicious recipe to get the best out of each piece of chicken and learn thrifty tips along the way.

course code
CSA29
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
24 Sep 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Wed 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA30
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
03 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA31
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
19 May 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
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Pasta Taster

Learn how to make fresh durum wheat pasta dough to transform into hand-rolled cavatelli. You’ll also make a seasonal sauce to serve with your pasta.

course code
CSA32
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
02 Dec 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-12:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
with Sarah Alder
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course code
CSA33
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
02 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-12:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £35.00  (concession £25.00)
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Pies and Tarts

Come and learn the art of the versatile shortcrust pastry as we prepare a range of sweet and savoury pies, tarts, galettes and pasties.

course code
CSA34
Availability
This course is available for enrolment.
Start
03 Mar 2026 (Spring)
Weeks
One day
Times
Tue 10:30-14:30

where
Stoke Lodge  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees
total fee for this course £70.00  (concession £50.00)
with Sarah Alder
registered before?  Sign in to enrol on this course
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