Cooking Events in Melbourne

Join Barry the Cheeseman for a cheesy adventure, where you'll learn the art of making delicious cheese from scratch! Make 11 Artisan Cheeses in One Day. A Fully Hands-On Cheesemaking Experience. 11 different artisan cheeses. Led by Barry — a chemical engineer with over 40 years’ experience in adult education — this experience combines practical skill, food science and clear step-by-step instruction in a relaxed and supportive environment. 2kg of cheese that you have made yourself. All ingredients, equipment, lunch and refreshments are included.

Cook Book Club is the newest addition to Chestnut's book club series. This club is for anyone who loves cooking, cookbooks, and sharing food with others. Cook Book Club works a bit like a book club, but with a delicious twist. Each month we will select a cookbook and gather at the shop to taste the dishes from it while discussing the recipes and stories behind them. Your ticket will include a copy of the featured cookbook. Before the event, each attendee chooses a recipe from the book to cook and bring along to share. On the night, we'll enjoy a relaxed buffet-style meal featuring everyone's dishes and spend time discussing both the cooking and the stories behind the book. Many cookbooks today are more than collections of recipes — they include personal essays and reflections. During the evening we will talk about the stories in the cookbook, which often explore themes of culture, identity, family, and politics, and how these ideas shape the food we cook and share. The evening will run for around 90 minutes and will include: Introductions and a chance to share the dish you made, Food sharing and tasting from across the cookbook, A guided discussion about the recipes, stories, and cooking experience, A short wrap-up and preview of next month's cookbook. Cook Book Club is designed to be welcoming and relaxed, whether you're an experienced home cook or just enjoy trying something new in the kitchen. It's a chance to explore great cookbooks, meet fellow food lovers, share a meal together, and ultimately build community. The evening is BYO, so feel free to bring along a drink to enjoy with the meal. Tickets include the price of the cookbook plus a small $5 admin fee, and spaces are limited to keep the event intimate and enjoyable. Once you've purchased your ticket, collect your book in store by showing your ticket to staff. We're looking forward to cooking together and hope you'll join us for our first Cook Book Club soon.

Smeg cooking demonstrations are the perfect opportunity to help you make an informed decision about your appliance before purchasing. In our small group demonstrations, our culinary team will take you on a journey around the kitchen, exploring the latest appliances from one of our leading cooking brands. Guided by our skilled demonstrators, you’ll discover first-hand how easy it is to create irresistible meals with the latest appliance technology and taste the delicious results for yourself!

Pre-purchase cooking demonstrations are the perfect opportunity to help you make an informed decision about your appliance before purchasing. When planning your kitchen, it’s vital you choose appliances that complement your cooking style before purchasing. In our small group demonstrations, our culinary team will take you on a journey around the kitchen, exploring the latest appliances from one of our leading cooking brands. Guided by our skilled demonstrators, you’ll discover first-hand how easy it is to create irresistible meals with the latest appliance technology and taste the delicious results for yourself! Demonstrations are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in a brand and also to pick up professional tips and have all your questions answered by a cooking expert.

Pre-purchase cooking demonstrations are the perfect opportunity to help you make an informed decision about your appliance before purchasing. In our small group demonstrations, our culinary team will take you on a journey around the kitchen, exploring the latest appliances from one of our leading cooking brands. Guided by our skilled demonstrators, you’ll discover first-hand how easy it is to create irresistible meals with the latest appliance technology and taste the delicious results for yourself!

Post-purchase cooking demonstrations are the perfect opportunity to pick up professional tips and make the most of your appliance! In our small group demonstrations, our culinary team will take you on a journey around the kitchen, exploring the latest appliances from one of our leading cooking brands. Guided by our skilled demonstrators, you’ll discover first-hand how easy it is to create irresistible meals with the latest appliance technology and taste the delicious results for yourself! Demonstrations are the perfect opportunity not only to immerse yourself in a brand but also to pick up professional tips and have all your questions answered by a cooking expert. *Not all products are available for demos at all stores. Oven functionality can be covered across different products. Not applicable for cooktops. Contact your local store for more information.