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Chef Alain Roux’s Culinary School. Enjoy unforgettable, fun and immersive experiences. Everyone is welcome. https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/

Discover the culinary secrets that have taken the Roux family years to perfect! Chef Alain Roux’s Culinary School offers unforgettable, hands-on cooking classes and culinary experiences for all skill levels. Learn the techniques and secrets passed down through generations of the Roux family in a fun, welcoming environment. Whether you're a beginner or an aspiring chef, join us to cook, laugh, and learn—it's the most fun you can have with your apron on!

24/09/2026

Spices just got sexy! Fantastic Spices & Authentic Indian Cuisine experience for our guests with the effervescent and completely inspirational Chef Ren Patel .kitchen

21/09/2026

🎄Your Best Christmas Yet🎄

From festive favourites to spectacular centrepieces, Chefs Alain Roux and Michael Nizzero introduce their Christmas collection of classes. Everything you need to make Christmas entertaining elegant and effortless, join the fun at one of our favourite times of the year.

~Four Festive Soufflés~
Wednesday 25th November 2026
or Wednesday 9th December 2026

~Fine Dining Festive Canapés~
Wednesday 2nd December 2026

~Festive Roux Classics with Chef Alain Roux~
Friday 4th December 2026

~Secrets of the Perfect Christmas Roast~
Thursday 10th December 2026

~Festive Yule Log Masterclass~
Thursday 17th December 2026

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01628 620691
[email protected]
Book online https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/

09/09/2026

***Spotlight on October Classes***

Learn closely guarded secrets from the Roux dynasty, enjoy Three Michelin Star hospitality, have a blast with Chef Instructor Michael Nizzero and take home skills for life.

>>>Snap up the remaining places before they’re gone.

👨‍🍳Secrets of Choux Pasty
📆Thursday 1st October 2026
1 place remaining

👨‍🍳Pâté En Croûte Craftsmanship
📆Saturday 3rd October 2026
1 place remaining

👩‍🍳Pasta Wednesday
📆Wednesday 7th October 2026
3 places remaining

👨‍🍳Afternoon Tea Roux Pâtisserie
📆Thursday 8th October 2026
3 places remaining

👩‍🍳Mastering Steaks & Sauces
📆Friday 9th October 2026
1 place remaining

👨‍🍳Chef’s Table with Alain Roux
Saturday 10th October 2026
2 places remaining

👩‍🍳Soufflé Sweet & Savoury
📆Thursday 15th October 2026
3 places remaining

👨‍🍳Game Class
📆Saturday 17th October 2026
1 place remaining

👩‍🍳The Art of Black Forest Gâteau
📆Friday 23rd October 2026
1 place remaining

👨‍🍳The Ultimate Pastry Experience
📆Friday 30th October 2026
1 place remaining

👩‍🍳Preparing & Cooking Rabbit
📆Saturday 31st October 2026
3 places remaining

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Book your immersive experience
📱01628 620691
📩[email protected]
🌐Book online https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/

08/09/2026

***Pâté En Croûte Craftsmanship Class***

STOP PRESS: One place has become available for Chef Instructor, Michael Nizzero’s Pâté En Croûte class. In homage to one of France's most revered dishes, join us to learn this intricate craft steeped in tradition and precision.

Master the lining, filling and pastry decoration in this rewarding experience

📆Saturday 3rd October 2026
£420.00 per person

Discover more at link in bio.

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👉Who will be lucky enough to snap up this last place?
01628 620691
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07/09/2026

🎄Celebrate the magic of Christmas as Chef Instructor Michael Nizzero teaches you the secrets behind elegant fine dining canapés. Learn to master the meticulous techniques and refined presentation skills that will bring luxury to your festive gatherings in this fun and immersive class.

What you will create:
~Chicken Liver parfait, sables biscuit, cherry jam and tarragon
~Smoked salmon pillow, lemon smoked salmon filling and caviar
~Goat’s cheese mousse tartlet with balsamic reduction and oxalis
~Truffle croque monsieur

👨‍🍳Fine Dining Festive Canapés
📆Wednesday 2nd December 2026
👉£390.00 per person

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01628 620691
https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/

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02/09/2026

***Spotlight On Meat & Fish Masterclasses***

Work with premium ingredients as Chef Instructor Michael Nizzero shares the Roux secrets to preparing and cooking fish, duck, game, rabbit and steaks. An action-packed, fun-filled experience is waiting as you take home memories to treasure and skills for life.

~The Ultimate Secrets of Shellfish Experience~
Saturday 5th September 2026

~Classic Duck Techniques~
Saturday 12th September 2026

~Mastering Steaks & Sauces~
Friday 9th October 2026
Saturday 21st November 2026

~The Ultimate Game Class~
Saturday 17th October 2026

~The Art of Preparing & Cooking Rabbit~
Saturday 31st October 2026

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Discover more https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/
01628 620691
[email protected]

01/09/2026

***For Those With A Sweet Tooth***

Create showstopping desserts that look as irresistible as they taste. Master beautiful presentation skills and learn expert techniques as Chef Instructor Michael Nizzero shares secrets from the Roux dynasty. Then recreate the magic at home.

~Secrets of Choux Pastry~
Thursday 1st October 2026

~Afternoon Tea Roux Pâtisserie~
Thursday 8th October 2026

~Soufflé Sweet & Savoury~
Thursday 15th October 2026

~The Art of Black Forest Gâteau~
Friday 23rd October 2026

~The Ultimate Pastry Experience~
Friday 30th October 2026

~Macaron Masterclass~
Thursday 5th November 2026

~Festive Yule Log Masterclass~
Thursday 17th December 2026

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Explore classes https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/
01628 620691
[email protected]

27/08/2026

***Just Launched: Special Winter Menu Experience***

Join Chef Instructor, Michael Nizzero as he celebrates the flavours of Winter, teaching you timeless techniques that have shaped the Roux legacy. You will learn the precision, craftsmanship and refined presentation behind an elegant three-course menu, transforming exceptional ingredients into unforgettable dishes.

~Truffle agnolotti with parmesan sauce
~Osso buco with saffron risotto
~Chocolate and Baileys moelleux with vanilla ice cream

📆 Winter Classics 3-Course Menu Thursday 3rd December 2026

Find out more and secure your place https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/winter-classics-3-course-menu/

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01628 620691
[email protected]

25/08/2026

On Wednesday 26th August 2026, the doors to our Culinary School will be wide open again following our annual summer break.

We return excited with stories from our travels, including Chef Alain Roux and Chef Instructor Michael Nizzero's kitchen takeover residency at Belmond Mount Nelson in beautiful South Africa.

We can’t wait to welcome you to fun and unforgettable cooking experiences along with all the touches of Three Michelin Star hospitality.

👉Discover classes https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/

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01618 620691
[email protected]
Michael Nizzero

19/08/2026

***Secrets Of The Sunday Roast***

👩‍🍳The previous class sold out, so we've added an additional date.

Discover the magic behind the perfect Sunday Roast and all the indulgent trimmings with Chef Instructor Michael Nizzero.

~Juicy roast chicken
~Golden roast potatoes
~Rich gravy
~Honey glazed vegetables
~Yorkshire Puddings that rise to perfection
~And a fun and unforgettable experience

👨‍🍳Secrets of The Sunday Roast👨‍🍳
Friday 28th August 2026

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Find out more and book https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/secrets-of-the-sunday-roast-2/

▶ ▶▶BOOK ONLINE: Our annual summer closure - we will be enjoying our summer break from Monday 10th August 2026 to Tuesday 25th August 2026 inclusive. You can still book classes via the website and we will be happy to respond to emails on Wednesday 26th August 2026 🙏

https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/

Address

Ferry Road
Maidenhead
SL62AT

Opening Hours

Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441628620691

Website

https://www.waterside-inn.co.uk/culinary-school/

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