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Cookery School: Taste the Map

Curriculum Area

Hospitality

Start Date

March 2027

Study Mode

Evening

Duration

5 Weeks

Level

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, but students must have an interest and passion for cookery and want to learn more.

Dates & course durations

3rd March 2027, Tuesday evenings, 6.00pm-8.00pm.

5 week course.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course, but students must have an interest and passion for cookery and want to learn more.

Course units

Embark on a global culinary journey without leaving the kitchen. This fun, immersive course introduces you to flavours and dishes from around the world, helping you build confidence while exploring new cuisines.

Guided by experienced chefs, you’ll learn essential techniques, spice combinations, and cultural insights behind each dish.

Designed for beginners, the course focuses on hands-on learning, creativity, and trying something new in a relaxed, professional environment.

From vibrant street food to comforting classics, you’ll develop practical skills and a deeper appreciation for global food, inspiring you to recreate international favourites at home.

Assessments

There is no assessment for this course.

Course fees

This course is free for those who live within the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, earn less than £35k a year, and have not have studied any previous tailored learning courses with us. Students can only do one tailored learning course regardless of the discipline.

Full cost course fee: £250

Study methods

This course is a practical, hands-on course and students will learn in a friendly and professional kitchen, under the guidance of our expert chefs.

Facilities

Here at York College we have state-of-the-art training kitchens and a superb training restaurant, The Cookery.

Additional costs

There are no additional costs for this course.

Course progression

After this course you could undertake any of the other York College Cookery School classes for your enjoyment.

If you were interested in gaining a formal qualification in catering, our tutors would be able to advise on suitable routes that are available on a full or part time basis.

For further information on course options, visit the Hospitality & Tourism curriculum page.

Career progression

This course will allow you to develop the skills to produce dishes from around the world and you may decide to pursue other courses either for pleasure or to enhance your employability/existing skills.

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