Tamborine Cooking School

“Coxy’s Big Break”

admin — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:20:02 +0000

The famous (in Victoria) Geoff Cox and his film crew came to the Cooking school last week to film a show as part of a Gold Coast special. What an experience having my kitchen and garden turned into a TV studio!! I learnt so much about filming food. A lot of hard work goes into making Jamie and Nigella’s food look good.

Spanish Tapas.

admin — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 22:14:37 +0000

Spain is certainly the flavour of 2012!!! I did a few Spanish clesses in 2011 and they were very well recieved, so there have been more added to the schedule. Think about quail, olives, artichokes, sardines, mussels, anchovies, hard sheeps cheese, choritzo, caramalised red onions, smoked paprika and lots of capsicums and heirloom tomatoes. In the classes we will make about 10-12 tapas and share them on the verandah overlooking the views to the scenic rim.

A glut of organic produce.

admin — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 04:59:20 +0000

I am so spoilt here on Mount Tamborine, another farmer is selling his vegetables at his farm gate opposite St Bernard’s school. So I now have 3 places to choose from if I havn’t got enough in my garden for the cooking school. Along with the community gardens and the green shed. Click on this link for a great story about him. http://www.tamborinedailystar.com/Home/Local/tabid/194/ArticleID/1249/Organic-Health-Garden.aspx

Spring, Brides and Christmas.

admin — Sat, 10 Sep 2011 10:38:55 +0000

I love the warm weather as it brings with it a bounty of fresh produce. Baby zucchinis, tomatoes, beans, and eggplant to name a few will be in my garden and used in the cooking school. Spring is also a time for weddings as there are 4 Bridal showers booked, its a great day out for the bridal party. December is already filling up with Christmas parties. I love having all these happy people come for a day out at the cooking school. I love my job!!!

Fathers Day Gift Vouchers.

admin — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 01:09:54 +0000

So many men are enjoying the classes and are returning for more. Your dad would love a day out on Mt Tamborine. He can choose any class he likes at any time, and you can be sure he will be well looked after.

Cupcakes for the RSPCA.

admin — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:08:45 +0000

I love cooking for a cause. http://www.rspcacupcakeday.com.au/

The RSPCA is fundraising through the sale of cupcakes. Culminating on the 15th August.
So as part of my classes over the next month we will be making cupcakes, and guests canbuy them or take them to sell if they wish.
It will be lots of fun.

Noosa Food and Wine Festival.

admin — Sun, 15 May 2011 21:20:04 +0000

What a great weekend I just had attending the cooking demos at the festival. Some of of Australia’s great chefs were demonstrating their favorite dishes. If I had to pick a favorite (s), itwas 2 French inspired dishes, one was a beetroot tart with goat cheese mousse and another a poached snapper with confitt mushrooms and tomatoes. Some chefs did some “Heston” style dishes that were amazing to see. Also there was a lot of Spanish influence in the dishes the chefs cooked, which has given me lots of inspiration and ideas that I cant wait to share in the new Tapas menus starting next week. I also loved Valli Little (the Delicious editor) her recipes were the most practical and easily duplicated.

Witches Falls Winery Members Day.

admin — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 08:29:44 +0000

Those that have already been to the classes have thoroughly enjoy the local wines from Witches Falls winery. Their wines are continually being named in top 10 lists and win medals at shows. Their members day is on Sunday the 22nd May and it is complimentary!!!! It is a picnic style gathering with entertainment starting at 11am. I will be assisting with the catering, a BBQ including gourmet sausages with home made relishes and caramelised onions to compliment the outstanding Pinot Noir. And to acompany the Wild Ferment Chardonnay a succulent Morrocan Spiced chicken kebab. Phone 5545 2609 for details. www.witchesfalls.com.au Bring along your chairs and I will see you there.

Rick Stein.

admin — Mon, 11 Apr 2011 20:17:01 +0000

I had the pleasure of meeting Rick Stein, getting a photo with him and seeing his show in Brisbane last Thursday. And what a show it was, ”Salty”his original head chef from his early restaurant days were cooking in tandem on a huge stage with Debra Hutton as the host. It moved along at a fast and humorous pace, and very enjoyable. It gave me lots of new ideas and inspiration for new seafood menus.

Great Produce.

admin — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 08:02:02 +0000

I was wondering why after another successful cooking class why people enjoy it so much and keep coming back. I think it is the great location and the wonderful local produce on Mt Tamborine. Having a great location with fabulous garden and views helps, but I think it is Witches Falls Wines, Witches Chaise cheese, Inglewood organic chicken, fresh seafood from the trawlers, organic fruit , herbs and vegetables from the local farmers. I am very lucky to be able to spoil my guests with the best of everything. Thank you all for all for your return visits.