Tour Farm Producers and Learn to Cook Gourmet Cuisine With a Local in His Home

Uncover the charm of South East England’s rich food heritage through a unique culinary experience. Explore local farm producers, then step into a cozy kitchen to craft gourmet British dishes. You’ll start with a private visit to Hastings’ fishermen, learning about sustainable practices. Next, tour an organic cattle farm before enjoying a hands-on cooking class. Under the guidance of a local host, you’ll prepare three seasonal specialties, savoring local beverages along the way. This immersive experience connects you with the region’s vibrant food culture – but the real highlight might just surprise you.

This experience made our list of the 12 Best Tours In South East England.

Key Points

• Participate in a full-day experience that combines a visit to local fishermen and an organic cattle farm with a hands-on cooking class.
• Learn to prepare three gourmet seasonal British dishes, including hot smoked salmon starter, local beef fillet or vegetable ratatouille main, and raspberry tart or apple crumble dessert.
• Enjoy a homemade meal with local alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages, prepared under the guidance of an expert on local food production.
• Connect directly with the source of your ingredients through the private farm tour and meet the producers.
• Experience a cooking class in the host’s home in Stonegate, Ticehurst, UK, with free cancellation up to 2 days in advance.

Experience Overview

The coastal cooking experience takes place in South East England, providing visitors an opportunity to enjoy authentic British culinary traditions.

Highlights include a visit to a fisherman’s boat in Hastings, a tour of an organic cattle farm, and the chance to meet local fishermen and farmers.

The full-day experience offers a well-rounded exploration of the region’s food production and preparation.

Guests will learn to make three gourmet seasonal British dishes, from a starter of hot smoked salmon to a main of local beef or vegetable ratatouille, and a dessert of raspberry tart or apple crumble.

Coastal Cooking Class Details

During the coastal cooking class, guests learn to prepare three gourmet seasonal British dishes.

The sample menu includes a starter of hot smoked salmon with creamed horseradish, a main course of either local beef fillet with dauphinoise potatoes or vegetable ratatouille, and a dessert of raspberry tart with cream or apple crumble with custard.

The cooking class takes place in the host’s home and is led by Kit, who shares his expertise on local farm producers.

Guests can expect to sample local alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages as they enjoy the homemade meal they’ve helped prepare.

Local Farm Producers Tour

Guests kick off their gourmet cooking experience with a private tour of the local farm producers.

They’ll visit a fisherman’s boat in Hastings to meet the local fishermen and learn about their sustainable practices.

Next, they’ll tour an organic cattle farm, where they’ll get to know the farmers and see the cattle grazing.

The experience provides a unique opportunity to connect with the people behind the ingredients they’ll be using in the cooking class.

Gourmet British Dish Offerings

After the farm tour, aspiring chefs dive into preparing a trio of gourmet British dishes.

They’ll learn to make a hot smoked salmon starter with creamy horseradish, a main of local beef fillet with dauphinoise potatoes or vegetable ratatouille, and a dessert of raspberry tart with cream or apple crumble with custard.

The menu showcases the region’s finest seasonal ingredients, all under the guidance of host Kit.

Participants can look forward to sampling each mouthwatering course, accompanied by local alcohol and non-alcoholic beverages.

This hands-on cooking class offers an authentic taste of British cuisine straight from the source.

Inclusions and Logistics

The cooking experience includes a private tour of local farm producers and a cooking class with host Kit, where participants enjoy a homecooked meal. The experience also includes local alcohol, non-alcoholic beverages, and all taxes, fees, and handling charges. Gratuities are also provided, as well as lunch and dinner.

Meeting and Logistics
Meeting Point	Kit’s home in Stonegate, Ticehurst, UK
End Point	Activity concludes at the meeting point
Commute	80-minute train ride from London Bridge station, with an additional 20-40 minutes to reach the station. Total commute: 100-120 minutes each way.

Meeting Point and Commute

The meeting point for this experience is Kit’s home in Stonegate, Ticehurst, UK. The activity concludes at the same location.

To get there, you’ll need to take an 80-minute train ride from London Bridge station. After that, it’s an additional 20-40 minutes to reach the station. In total, the commute each way takes between 100-120 minutes.

This private, personalized experience isn’t wheelchair accessible, so be sure to wear appropriate footwear like sneakers. Dietary restrictions and allergies should be advised when booking, as the menu may vary by season.

Free cancellation is available up to 2 days in advance.

Dietary Considerations and Recommendations

For this cooking experience, guests can request vegetarian options upon booking. The host, Kit, will happily accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies, as long as they’re advised at the time of booking.

The sample menu includes a vegetable ratatouille main course, and the dessert options, a raspberry tart or apple crumble, can both be made vegetarian.

It’s recommended to wear comfortable, weather-appropriate clothing and footwear for the farm visits and cooking class.

With advance notice, Kit ensures each guest enjoys a personalized, gourmet experience tailored to their needs.

Booking and Pricing Information

Guests can book this gourmet cooking experience directly through the provider’s website or by contacting them via email or phone. The price starts from $114.88 per person, varying based on the group size.

This private, personalized experience includes:

• Confirmation within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
• Homecooked meal, local alcohol, and non-alcoholic beverages
• All taxes, fees, and handling charges, as well as gratuities
• Lunch and dinner
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

The menu may vary by season, and dietary restrictions or allergies should be advised at the time of booking. Vegetarian options are available upon request.

Free cancellation is allowed up to 2 days in advance.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Is the Minimum and Maximum Group Size for This Experience?

The experience caters to small, private groups. While the minimum group size isn’t specified, the maximum group size is flexible, but likely 6-8 participants to maintain an intimate, personalized cooking class.

Does the Host Speak Any Languages Other Than English?

The host, Kit, speaks English as his native language. There’s no mention of him being fluent in any other languages for this experience.

Are There Any Age Restrictions for Participants?

There are no age restrictions for participants. This experience is open to guests of all ages, though children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Can the Cooking Class Be Customized for Special Occasions?

The cooking class can be customized for special occasions. Guests can work with the host to tailor the menu and experience to their preferences, such as celebrating a birthday or anniversary.

Are There Options for Private Tours or Exclusive Bookings?

The experience offers private, personalized tours and cooking classes. Guests can exclusively book the experience for their group and customize the menu to accommodate special occasions or dietary needs.

The Sum Up

Enjoy the rich food heritage of South East England. Tour local farm producers, then hone your culinary skills in a cozy cooking class at Kit’s home. Craft three gourmet seasonal British dishes, including hot smoked salmon and apple crumble, while enjoying local beverages. This unique experience connects you with the region’s charming produce and vibrant food culture.