Learn authentic Italian pizza-making from scratch in Mount Hawthorn with The Cooking Professor. Shape dough, craft sauce, and savor your creations in this lively hands-on class.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–2.5 hours
Fitness Level
No physical fitness required; suitable for most ages 14 and over
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History
Mount Hawthorn evolved from a farming district in the early 20th century into a vibrant community known for its arts and food culture.
Conservation
The Cooking Professor supports sustainable cooking by emphasizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients and minimizing food waste during classes.
The Cooking Professor
Learn authentic Italian pizza-making from scratch in Mount Hawthorn with The Cooking Professor. Shape dough, craft sauce, and savor your creations in this lively hands-on class.
The Cooking Professor delivers hands‑on cooking classes and culinary workshops designed for home cooks, families, and food lovers. Featured on The Adventure Collective, the business offers a wide range of experiences that span global cuisines — from Japanese ramen and sushi to Moroccan street food, Italian pasta and gnocchi, Spanish paella and churros, and a variety of baking and cheese‑making workshops.
Classes are structured for different age groups and formats: adult workshops (often noted as suitable for ages 14 and up), parent & child sessions for younger learners (examples include ages 4–14 and 8–16), junior kids’ programs, and long table dinner events. Many workshops are chef‑led and hands‑on; for example, the French patisserie class highlights Chef Kym Chambers as an instructor for choux pastry.
Offerings include technical skill sessions—such as beginners knife skills, sourdough baking, cheese making (mozzarella and burrata), and sausage workshops—alongside cuisine‑specific cooking classes for Thai, Korean, Filipino, Chinese dumplings, Indian banquet classics, and more. Events also feature communal dining experiences with live music or themed entertainment for longer evening events.
The Cooking Professor emphasizes practical learning, shared meals, and accessible recipes so participants can replicate techniques at home. Each class lists age suitability and detailed menus, making it straightforward to choose the right experience for families, teens, or adult learners.
Tours Offered
40 experiences
Hands‑on workshops and dinners
Ages Served
Ages 4+
Family and adult classes available
Cuisine Variety
Global flavours
From Japanese to Moroccan
Class Types
Workshops & dinners
Short classes to long table events
Find a workshop for every skill level — from kids’ baking to advanced pasta and professional pastry techniques. Book via The Adventure Collective listing.
Book Early to Secure Your Spot
Classes fill quickly due to limited size; reserve in advance to ensure availability.
Bring Your Own Beverage
The Cooking Professor is BYO, so feel free to bring a favorite drink to enjoy with your meal.
Arrive a Few Minutes Early
Arriving early helps with settling in and gives you time to meet fellow participants.
Wear Comfortable, Casual Clothing
You’ll be working with flour and dough, so dress in clothes that can handle light messes.
Apron
Protects your clothing from flour and sauce during dough mixing and pizza assembly.
Comfortable Clothes
Wear casual attire that you don’t mind getting a bit messy in.
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the class, especially in warmer months.
Note-taking Materials
Bring a notebook or phone to jot down recipes and tips.