Join Weber American Classics for a hands-on barbecue course that elevates your grilling game. Learn to master smoky flavors and cook mouthwatering dishes from a seasoned expert.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable standing and working with their hands, but no specific fitness level is required.
Wildlife
History
American barbecue has roots dating back to the 19th century Southern traditions, preserved and celebrated in this class.
Conservation
The business emphasizes sustainable sourcing of ingredients and eco-friendly smoking methods.
Kent Cookery School
Join Weber American Classics for a hands-on barbecue course that elevates your grilling game. Learn to master smoky flavors and cook mouthwatering dishes from a seasoned expert.
Kent Cookery School in Ashford, England offers hands-on cookery and baking courses for adults, couples and families. The school runs a wide range of short and full-day experiences including East Asian Fusion To Go, Introduction to Patisserie with head bakery tutor James Piloni, Essential Knife Skills, Introduction to proper pizza with Gozney, Festive Couples Cooking, Weber Basic Essentials, Couples Night Thai Street Food and numerous adult & child sessions such as Adult & Child Mexican Cooking and Adult & Child Baking. Other regular courses include The Bread Course, Thai Street Food, Stocks and Sauces, Macaron Masterclass, The Curry Club, Tapas and Prosecco, Taste of Tokyo To Go, Mexican Street Food To Go, Adult & Child Sushi Making, Weber American Classics, Sichuan Flavours, Taste of India with Hari Ghotra, The Fish Course, The Kent Cookery Course and Plant-Based Cooking.
Classes emphasize practical learning: participants cook alongside experienced tutors, use provided ingredients and equipment, and often take home their creations. Several courses include lunch or tasting sessions and some specify that cleanup and materials are included. Sessions range from 2.5-hour themed classes to full-day masterclasses and multi-week courses, suitable for beginners through confident home cooks. The school also runs seasonal and festive classes such as Festive Baking & Bubbles and Couples Cooking events. Located in Ashford, Kent Cookery School is a local destination for immersive, social cooking experiences that focus on technique, flavour and confident home-cooking skills. Course lengths, menus, booking details vary by class and are listed on the school's schedule.
Location
Ashford, England
Based in Ashford, Kent
Courses Offered
42 courses
Wide range of cooking and baking classes
For All Ages
Adults & Children
Family-friendly classes available
Class Lengths
2.5hr – Full Day
Short classes to full-day masterclasses
Find upcoming dates and booking details for patisserie, pizza, grilling and family classes on the school's schedule.
Bring your own apron
Wear an apron to keep your clothes clean during the hands-on cooking session.
Stay hydrated
Drink plenty of water, especially if cooking outdoors in warm weather.
Arrive early
Arrive 15 minutes early to settle in and meet your instructor.
Ask questions
Engage with the instructor to get detailed tips on cooking techniques.
Apron
Protect your clothing from splatters during cooking.
Heat-resistant gloves
Useful for handling hot equipment and meats.
Notebook and pen
Take notes on techniques to replicate at home.
Camera or smartphone
Capture your finished dishes or key steps.