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Tapas and Prosecco: An Evening of Hands‑On Spanish Small Plates in Ashford
A lively, social cookery session where participants prepare tapas from scratch and enjoy a glass of prosecco in a relaxed 2.5–3 hour evening.
Tapas and Prosecco: An Evening of Hands‑On Spanish Small Plates in Ashford.
At Kent Cookery School in Ashford, the Tapas and Prosecco course is a lively, adult-only evening class that pairs hands-on technique with convivial dining; over the session you’ll learn to make dishes such as crispy croquettes, gambas aioli, padron peppers and patatas bravas, and then eat what you’ve cooked while sipping prosecco.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Fresh recipes from scratch
The course focuses on authentic tapas prepared from fresh, seasonal ingredients — you’ll learn classic preparations such as croquettes, gambas aioli, padron peppers and patatas bravas and work with provided ingredients and equipment.
Hands-on, social cooking—no cleanup
Sessions are social and interactive: guests work in pairs to maximise what’s produced in the lesson, and the school handles cleaning—no weighing up or washing up is required.
Eat what you cook with prosecco included
At the end of the class you sit down to eat the tapas you’ve prepared; a glass of prosecco is provided during the session and takeaway containers are supplied for any leftovers.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
This is a fun, relaxed evening course that blends instruction with social cooking: after arrival you’ll be paired up, guided through recipes and techniques, and then share the plates you’ve made over a glass of prosecco — an informal, food-centred way to spend roughly two and a half to three hours.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Sessions are described in the course material as a lively evening lesson; materials list both a 2.5-hour session and a 3-hour duration. Check your booking confirmation for the specific timing.
You don’t need to bring anything—everything is provided. Wear flat, sensible shoes and sensible clothing as the school is not liable for damage to clothing or personal belongings.
Included: tea and coffee, a glass of prosecco, ingredients and equipment and takeaway containers for leftovers. Drinks beyond the included prosecco are available on a simple tab system to pay at the end of the session.
There is free parking on site; only paid guests actively participating in the cookery lesson are permitted to be at the school during classes, and there is no waiting area for spectators.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is this suitable for under-18s?
No. This is an adult-only lesson and is not suitable for anyone under 18 years of age.
Do I need to bring ingredients or equipment?
No. Ingredients and equipment are provided as part of the course; you do not need to bring anything.
Is a glass of prosecco included?
Yes. A glass of prosecco is included in the session; tea and coffee are also included.
Can friends or family watch the class?
No. Only paid guests actively participating in the cookery lesson are permitted to be at the cookery school whilst classes are in progress; the operator cannot accommodate spectators or provide a waiting area.
Can the school cater for dietary requirements or allergies?
You must enter any allergies or dietary requirements at the time of booking; the school can only accommodate limited dietary requests on most courses, so contact the operator in advance if unsure.
Is there parking on site?
Yes. There is free parking available on site.