Book for yourself, or for a friend

Adults (16+) £150
Children (5-15) £50

About the masterclass

A masterclass of eastern food over the fire with Hawarden Estate chef Adam Williams. Learn regional recipes from China and Japan with some of the firm favourites throughout.

Guests will enjoy a spectacular fire-cooked lunch, discover new knife skills, prepare fish and build and maintain the fire.

You will learn:

• Sauce preparation

• Poultry butchery

• Variation of cooking techniques with fire

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The menu

Tebasaki yakitori, chicken wing, sesame and chive

Negima yakitori, thigh and leek

Peking style roast duck, pancakes, cucumber, spring onion

Tuna tataki, fast grilled tuna with ponzu, soy and sesame

Char siu, Cantonese BBQ pork, fried rice and stir fried green beans

Yaki Nasu, grilled aubergine with katsuobushi flakes

Plus a delicious pudding

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About the day:

• 10:00am: Welcome introduction. 

• 10:15am - 11:00am: Building your fire, wood and coals. 
  Moisture content and seasoning of wood. 
  Using the right type of fuel – coals and wood, what to look for. 
  Splitting logs and making your own kindling. 
  Building your fire – the foundations. 
  Fire lighting techniques such as using flint and hay. 
  Controlling your fire and keeping it going economically.
  The use of feeder fire and controlling heat levels 

• 11.00am – 11:30am: Break – Tea, coffee and almond moon cakes from the fire. 

• 11.30am - 13:30pm: Cooking and preparing lunch.
  Pork, Chicken and Duck butchery and cooking
  Fire techniques: tempering, hanging, smoking, slow cooking, fast, direct on the coals, over and under. 
  Preparing tuna for raw eating.
  Vegetable and accompaniment preparation, cooking and tips.
  Sauce making and dessert prep.

• 13.30pm - 14:00pm: Snacks.
  Tebasaki yakitori, chicken wing, sesame and chive
  Negima yakitori, thigh and leek

• 14:00pm - 14:30pm: The finishing touches.

• 14:30pm - 16:00pm: Sit down for lunch.

• 16:00pm - 16:30pm: Closing down your fire and Q&As.

Limited to 20 guests.

This masterclass isn’t aimed at children, although they are welcome to join alongside an adult.

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Book your place below.

Adults (16+) £150

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Some common questions answered

• What do I need to bring?

  Just yourself, a water bottle and some suitable clothing for the weather. We have lots of areas under cover, should the sun not shine. All equipment and ingredients are provided.

• Where do I park?

  The car park is a short walk (one or two minutes) from The Walled Garden. Parking is free.

• How many other people will be there?

  This masterclass is open to a maximum of 20 guests.

• I'm a beginner, is that OK?

  Absolutely! Our team are here to make your day special, comfortable and FUN. You’re going to learn new skills and gain new confidence.

• What about my dietary requirements?

  We offer refreshments at every class, talk and masterclass and most include a lunch. Please make us aware of any food allergies or specific dietary requirements you or your group may have prior to the course taking place.

• Come I come on my own?

  Yes! Our school is friendly and welcoming. You’ll spend your day among likeminded people.

• Do you accept group bookings?

  Yes! You’re welcome to come in groups to our classes and workshops. For bespoke sessions, please get in touch.

• Will I be asked to do something I don't feel comfortable with?

  No. With small numbers, we’re able to tailor many aspects of your day to you as an individual, so if there’s anything you’d rather not do, please let us know.

• Is this more like fun or more like school?

  These workshops and masterclasses are designed to be relaxed, engaging, educational and fun for all who join. The idea here is to take away meaningful learnings for the future, all whilst having a great time in The Walled Garden.

• Can I buy a gift voucher?

  Absolutely! Gift vouchers are available in our shop, here.

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About The Walled Garden School

Masterclasses in open fire cooking, photography, yoga, business, fermentation, butchery, baking, natural dyeing, growing, foraging, beekeeping and more.

Amateurs, novices, experts and on-lookers are warmly invited.

All set within the bucolic surroundings of Hawarden Castle’s Victorian Walled Garden.

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Book a stay

Relax in complete comfort after your day spent at The Walled Garden School.

Gardener’s House is an elegant Georgian home, with a simple but refined garden. It has been the home to generations of head gardeners and -indeed- artists.

It has now been completely refurbished to the highest standard, while retaining a strong connection to those gardeners and artists. Gardener's House can accommodate parties of 5 or 9.

Our Farm Shop Campsite is the best campsite in North Wales, and just a stone’s throw from Snowdonia and some of Britain’s best beaches. Set in rolling Welsh countryside, on the doorstep of one of Britain’s best farm shops, restaurants and bars.