{"id":23655,"date":"2016-02-29T08:09:51","date_gmt":"2016-02-29T08:09:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/?p=23655"},"modified":"2016-03-01T08:10:02","modified_gmt":"2016-03-01T08:10:02","slug":"leopards-leap-cooking-classes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/test10.co.za\/C\/leopards-leap-cooking-classes\/","title":{"rendered":"Leopard’s Leap Cooking Classes"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Leopard\u2019s Leap team introduces a new programme of Cooking Classes<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0that will delight the foodie in you and inspire the hesitant cook to explore some new culinary territory. These classes are a wonderful way for food enthusiasts to fine-tune culinary skills, introduce new techniques and ingredients and to stimulate kitchen creativity.<\/p>\n

Chef Pieter de Jager invites you to join him, fellow chefs, passionate suppliers and even food bloggers in the Leopard\u2019s Leap kitchen for a jam-packed programme that introduces the versatility of Franschhoek trout, explores the exceptional food-pairing properties of Leopard\u2019s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir<\/strong>,<\/a> uncovers the secret of perfect pastry and marvels at the wonderful winter flavours of the Winelands.<\/p>\n

During the hands-on classes Chef Pieter explains ingredients, demonstrates techniques and encourages participants to prepare the recipes themselves. After the cooking session, participants are invited to relax and indulge in their own cooking crafts \u2013 all beautifully paired with Leopard\u2019s Leap wines as selected and recommended by Leopard\u2019s Leap Cellar Master, Eugene van Zyl.<\/p>\n

Classes are repeated to offer a morning class with lunch or evening class with dinner (see programme below) and take approximately three hours. Presented from the state of the art and exceptionally equipped kitchen, classes can accommodate twenty-two enthusiasts at individual cooking stations with their own stove and utensils. The chef\u2019s every move can be followed on big screen television sets while printed recipes serve as guidance on the day and when trying the newly acquired skills at home.<\/p>\n

Reservations are essential, are confirmed by upfront payment and should be made at least a week in advance at +27 (0)21\u00a0876 8002 or cooking@leopardsleap.co.za<\/a><\/p>\n

Classes cost: R650 per person<\/p>\n

Morning classes start at 10h00 |\u00a0Evening classes start at 18h00<\/p>\n

MARCH \u2013 Ticking all the boxes with Franschhoek Trout<\/strong><\/p>\n

Seasonal, sustainable, locally sourced and very versatile. Franschhoek Trout ticks all the boxes. Celebrate the beauty of this delicate and delicious fresh water fish with the celebrated local Three Streams Smokehouse<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and try your hand at preparing trout in all its forms \u2013 cured, smoked, grilled\u2026<\/p>\n

Thursday 3 March, Morning class and lunch
\nFriday 4 March, Evening class and dinner<\/p>\n

APRIL \u2013 Palatable Pink<\/strong><\/p>\n

One of the Pantone colours of 2016<\/a><\/strong>, is PANTONE 13-1520 Rose Quartz, a delightful shade of pink that echoes the pretty blush of the Leopard\u2019s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir. To show that pink can be more than pantone \u2013 it can also be perfectly palatable! \u2013 Chef Pieter teams up with celebrated food bloggers, Lizet Hartley (Melkkos & Merlot<\/a><\/strong>) and Carey Erasmus (BitsofCarey<\/a><\/strong>). Each of them will be guiding guests through a different course, from savoury to hearty to sweet. All dishes are inspired and will be beautifully complemented by the Leopard\u2019s Leap Chardonnay Pinot Noir.<\/p>\n

Thursday 14 April, Morning class and lunch
\nFriday 15 April, Evening class and dinner<\/p>\n

MAY \u2013 Perfecting Pastry<\/strong><\/p>\n

Buttery but delicate, crumbly but structured, savoury or sweet, traditional or fashionable, perfecting the art of pastry is no easy task. Renowned for her skills in the pastry kitchen, Chef Vicky Gurovich of neighbouring Pierneef \u00e0 La Motte restaurant<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0will share some secrets to sharpen your skills and inspire your repertoire of cakes, desserts and pastries.<\/p>\n

5 May, Morning Class and lunch
\n6 May, Evening Class and dinner<\/p>\n

JUNE \u2013 Winter in the Winelands<\/strong><\/p>\n

Seasonal cooking at its best. Chef Pieter introduces the flavours, textures and atmosphere of winter in the Winelands with steaming \u2018waterblommetjies<\/a><\/strong>\u2018, hearty stews, slow-cooked splendours and many more.<\/p>\n

2 June, Morning class and lunch
\n3 June, Evening class and dinner<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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