At Maggie Beer’s historic Pheasant Farm, visitors can enjoy a captivating culinary experience. This 3.5-hour program offers a hands-on cooking school, where participants learn from Maggie’s team, preparing delectable dishes from her renowned recipe books. The shared long table lunch that follows promises a delightful opportunity to savor the freshly prepared fare, infused with the farm’s rich history and time-honored traditions. But the journey doesn’t end there – participants depart with take-home recipe cards, ensuring they can recreate the memorable flavors long after their visit.
This experience made our list of the 5 Best Lunch Experiences In South Australia.
Key Points
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A 3.5-hour immersive culinary experience at Maggie Beer’s historic Pheasant Farm, including a 2.5-hour hands-on cooking school and a shared long table lunch.
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Participants will learn to cook seasonal dishes from Maggie Beer’s recipe books, led by Maggie’s team, and gain behind-the-scenes insights into her farm and TV show.
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The cooking school features demonstrations, hands-on cooking, and the opportunity to prepare the dishes that will be served during the shared long table lunch.
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The shared long table lunch allows participants to savor the flavors of the prepared dishes and engage with Maggie Beer’s team in a communal dining experience.
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Participants will receive take-home recipe cards, enabling them to recreate the dishes they learned at home and relive the delectable flavors of the experience.
Activity Details
The Maggie Beers Farm Hands-on Cooking School and Lunch is a 3.5-hour experience that’s limited to 10 participants in a small group setting.
During this time, guests will take part in a 2.5-hour cooking school led by Maggie Beer’s team. The session will include a cooking demonstration and hands-on cooking, where you will learn to prepare seasonal dishes from Maggie’s recipe books.
Following the cooking school, guests will enjoy a shared long table lunch featuring the dishes they’ve prepared. Participants will also receive take-home recipe cards and have the opportunity to purchase additional beverages.
The intimate setting allows guests to hear about the history of Maggie Beer’s Pheasant Farm and The Cook and the Chef.
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Inclusions
This 3.5-hour experience includes a 2.5-hour cooking school led by Maggie Beer’s team, featuring a cooking demonstration and hands-on cooking where participants learn to prepare seasonal dishes from Maggie’s recipe books.
Following the cooking session, guests enjoy a shared long table lunch featuring the dishes they’ve prepared, and they also receive take-home recipe cards. Additional beverages are available for purchase.
The intimate small-group setting allows participants to hear about the history of Maggie Beer’s Pheasant Farm and The Cook and the Chef, providing a unique and immersive culinary experience on Maggie Beers Farm.
Experience Highlights
Hands-on cooking and behind-the-scenes insights come together in this immersive culinary experience on Maggie Beer’s Farm.
Participants learn to cook seasonal dishes from Maggie’s recipe books, while also hearing about the history of her renowned Pheasant Farm and TV show, The Cook and the Chef.
In this intimate small group setting, home cooks gain valuable skills and knowledge directly from Maggie’s expert team. They’ll not only prepare the dishes but also enjoy a shared long table lunch featuring the fruits of their labor.
With take-home recipe cards, attendees can recreate the delectable flavors of Maggie’s farm back home.
Activity Location
Maggie Beer’s Farm, the picturesque setting for this immersive culinary adventure, serves as the activity location. Participants check in at the Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop, arriving 15 minutes prior to the experience start time.
The farm offers a serene and inspiring backdrop, allowing participants to fully enjoy the cooking experience. Some key highlights of the location include:
- The historic Pheasant Farm, where Maggie Beer’s culinary journey began.
- The stunning natural surroundings, including rolling hills and lush gardens.
- The Maggie Beer’s Farm Shop, where participants can browse and purchase local produce and artisanal products.
This idyllic setting provides the perfect canvas for an unforgettable hands-on cooking school and lunch experience.
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The pricing for the Maggie Beer’s Farm Cooking School and Lunch experience starts from Kr 3,032 per person.
Participants can reserve their spot now and pay later, with the added benefit of free cancellation up to 24 hours in advance.
This small-group experience, limited to just 10 participants, provides an intimate and hands-on cooking lesson led by Maggie Beer’s team.
Along With the 2.5-hour cooking school, guests will enjoy a shared long table lunch featuring the dishes they prepared, as well as take-home recipe cards.
With the flexibility of booking now and paying later, and the option to cancel at the last minute, this cooking experience is an attractive offering for foodies.
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Cooking School Overview
The core of the Maggie Beer’s Farm Cooking School and Lunch experience is a 2.5-hour hands-on cooking session led by Maggie Beer’s culinary team. Participants can expect to learn how to prepare seasonal dishes from Maggie’s recipe books, with opportunities to both observe cooking demonstrations and actively engage in the cooking process themselves.
The experience highlights include:
- Hearing about the history of Maggie Beer’s Pheasant Farm and her popular TV show, The Cook and the Chef.
- Enjoying a shared long table lunch, featuring the dishes prepared during the cooking school.
- Receiving take-home recipe cards to recreate the delicious meals at home.
This intimate small group setting provides a unique opportunity to learn directly from Maggie Beer’s team and experience the flavors of her renowned farm.
At the conclusion of the cooking school, participants gather around a shared long table to enjoy the fruits of their labor – the delectable dishes they prepared under the guidance of Maggie Beer’s culinary team.
This shared lunch experience allows the group to savor the seasonal flavors they’ve learned to create, while sharing conversations and stories.
The meal features the dishes participants cooked during the hands-on cooking session, showcasing their newfound skills.
Throughout the lunch, participants can continue to engage with the Maggie Beer’s team, asking questions and gaining additional insights.
This communal dining experience is the perfect way to cap off the immersive culinary adventure at Maggie Beer’s Farm.
Take-Home Recipes
As participants wrap up their hands-on cooking session, they receive a set of take-home recipe cards featuring the seasonal dishes they prepared under the guidance of Maggie Beer’s culinary experts. These recipe cards serve as a reminder of the delectable flavors they’ve discovered and a guide to recreate the dishes in their own kitchens.
The cards provide:
- Detailed instructions for each recipe, ensuring participants can confidently replicate the dishes at home.
- Ingredient lists that highlight the fresh, locally sourced produce used in the recipes.
- Tips and techniques shared by Maggie Beer’s team to help participants achieve the same level of culinary excellence.
With these valuable take-home recipes, participants can continue their culinary journey and impress their friends and family with their newfound skills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Is the Level of Cooking Experience Required for This Activity?
The level of cooking experience required for this activity is not specified. It appears to be suitable for participants of all skill levels, as the experience includes a cooking demonstration and hands-on cooking with guidance from the instructor.
Are Vegetarian or Dietary-Restricted Options Available?
Vegetarian and dietary-restricted options are usually available for cooking classes and experiences. The hosting organization will typically accommodate various needs and preferences when provided in advance.
Can I Bring a Companion Who Does Not Participate in the Cooking?
Yes, you can bring a companion who does not participate in the cooking. However, the non-participating companion will be charged the full price for the experience and will be included in the shared long table lunch.
Is There Parking Available at the Farm?
Yes, there is parking available at the farm. Visitors can park on-site, conveniently located near the farm’s facilities. The farm provides ample parking spaces to accommodate all participants attending the cooking school and lunch experience.
What Is the Dress Code for the Cooking School?
The dress code for the cooking school is casual and comfortable. Participants are encouraged to wear clothing that they don’t mind getting a bit messy during the hands-on cooking activities.
Recap
Enjoy Maggie Beer’s culinary world at her historic Pheasant Farm.
Learn time-honored techniques and prepare delectable dishes during the hands-on cooking school.
Savor the flavors over a shared long table lunch, featuring the prepared meals.
Depart with take-home recipe cards, capturing your memorable journey into the realm of fresh, locally sourced ingredients and the traditions of seasonal cooking.
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