Sri Lankan Spice

Sri Lankan Spice: A Romantic Date Night Cooking Adventure, a unique cooking class designed for couples who want to explore the vibrant flavors of Sri Lanka. Begin your experience with a complimentary welcome drink from our bar, offering a selection of wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverages to set the mood for a fun and relaxing date night. This 3-hour hands-on class is designed to introduce you to the vibrant flavors of Sri Lanka while creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just looking for a unique night out, this cooking adventure is sure to be a memorable experience.

Here's what to expect:

• Learn to Create Sri Lankan Curries: Start your evening by learning the secrets of authentic Sri Lankan curries. Our expert chefs will guide you through the process of creating rich and aromatic curries using a blend of traditional spices. You'll learn to balance flavors and create dishes that are bold, vibrant, and delicious.
• Prepare Fragrant Rice Dishes: Discover how to make classic Sri Lankan rice dishes, such as coconut rice or saffron rice. You'll learn the techniques to achieve perfect rice every time, whether it's fluffy and light or richly infused with spices.
• Explore Traditional Accompaniments: No Sri Lankan meal is complete without a variety of side dishes. You'll create sambal, a spicy chili-based condiment, and a coconut chutney, a creamy and flavorful addition to any dish. Our chefs will show you how to prepare these accompaniments to complement your curries and rice.
• Fun On-Site Bar: During your cooking experience, feel free to visit our on-site bar, where you can order any drink of your choice. Whether you prefer a glass of wine, a cocktail, or a refreshing mocktail, our bar offers a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks to complement your experience.
• Interactive and Social Atmosphere: Enjoy a relaxed and engaging environment where you can interact with fellow participants, share stories, and enjoy the cooking process. Our instructors foster a friendly atmosphere where everyone is encouraged to participate and have fun.
• Sit down and enjoy your meal: After preparing your dishes, gather around the dining table as a group to savour the meal you’ve created. It’s a perfect opportunity to relax, chat with fellow participants, ask questions, and fully enjoy the experience in a friendly and inviting atmosphere.

Location and Facilities: The Yarrow Cookery School is located in a stunning 400-year-old steading, just a short walk from Longniddry train station. The school offers a free car park and EV chargers on-site, making it convenient for attendees. We provide all the equipment, ingredients, and aprons needed for the class.

Disabled access: There is full disabled access and a wheelchair friendly cookery station, please let us know when booking if you require this for your experience.

Allergies: Due to the nature of the cookery school and the rotation of a wide range of cuisines we cannot accommodate any allergies. We can accommodate intolerance and dislikes - please let us know upon booking.