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 Go from Near Newcomer to Newfound Talent

Go from Near Newcomer to Newfound Talent

Week by week, build your learning and elevate your skills with a breadth of delicious recipes – from sea bass en papillote and miso aubergine with zingy rice noodles, to a delicious ginger and orange tiramisu.

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Earn a verified Leiths certificate plus completion of your DofE assessors report
Earn a verified certificate of completion to validate your new skills
Earn a certificate of completion and the opportunity for full accreditation

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Become a confident cook in just 8 weeks

Cooking with Confidence is an 8-part cooking course for those of you who have got the basics, but are looking to take it up a notch and are eager to learn more. We’ll take you from near newcomer to new found talent. Every week we will focus on a particular technique, with recipes chosen to build your learning and elevate your skills, ensuring you gain a solid culinary foundation. You’ll learn essential knife skills, become a pro with vegetables and make a selection of achievable desserts.

Our recipes use affordable, store cupboard ingredients, most of which are easy to source from your local supermarket. All the recipes are easy to weave into your weekly shop for you to create special dinners.

You’ll master dozens of delicious recipes; Sea Bass en Papillote & Hasselback Potatoes, Ginger & Orange Tiramisu and Miso Aubergine & Rice Noodles. We’ll show you how to whip up impressive one pot dishes, the importance of mise en place, how to prepare and cook shellfish and all the skills you need to entertain effortlessly.

As always, our Leiths mentors will be on hand to give you one to one feedback as well as help you personalise this course to your lifestyle and dietary needs with ingredient swaps and changes.

With Cooking with Confidence you don’t just learn recipes; you learn the skills to convert dishes to other recipes. With your Leiths mentor on hand, you can ask questions, receive feedback on your cooking and learn how to work around pitfalls.

Cooking with Confidence | Entry-Level Course

This 8-part course is ideal for those of you who have got the basics, but are looking to take it up a notch and are eager to learn more. We’ll take you from near newcomer to new found talent.

Each week, you unlock a new video-based lessons with your class that take you step-by-step through the process of cooking a variety of recipes. Our unique hands-on method of learning means you’ll be cooking from day one, with no need to read pages of theory in advance.

By joining the course, you will have access to the following through the Workshop app:

  • 8 units, unlocked weekly, guiding you through ~3 to 4 hours of cooking time each week
  • Over 15 individual cooking sessions
  • Collaborative group chat with your own private class and mentor
  • Feedback on your dishes from your class and mentor via a private in-app feed of photo uploads
  • A Certificate of Completion after you complete everything on the course

In addition to the core aspects of the course, you will also get:

  • Downloadable Leiths recipes and additional notes for you to keep
  • Access to your course dashboard for a total of 9 months after your start date

A ‘kit list’ of ingredients will be made available to you at the beginning of each session so that you can plan ahead. If you’re unable to find specific ingredients, advice on alternatives can be provided on request.

Average cooking time: 3 to 4 hours per week

  1. At the start of each week, you will be prompted to schedule 2 to 3 practical sessions and to assemble all the kit you’ll need to start cooking.
  2. In every session, you will follow an expert Leiths teacher through a series of step-by-step videos in your own kitchen, learning directly through your experience.
  3. After each session, you will be asked to upload photos of your creations for discussion and feedback from your classmates and mentor.
  4. Once you have completed all sessions on the course, you will earn your Digital Certificate of Completion.

Key Features

Course Curriculum

Week 1. Knife Skills & Dressings

Learn how create a classic fattoush salad, hearty caramelised miso baked aubergines and a fresh rice noodle salad packed with vegetables. All three dishes are ideal for entertaining.

Week 2. Simple & Delicious

You'll tackle two delicious recipes with new skills. Learn how to make a roux sauce to go with a fennel soup and whip up something sweet and indulgent, as you make a pear and chocolate brownie pudding.

Week 3. En Papillote and Steaming

In this unit, we’ll look at fish cooking and steaming. We’ll make sea bass en papillote, a steaming technique which translates as 'in parchment', literally describing the cooking method which involves cooking fish in a pouch of paper and baking in the oven.

Week 4. One Pot Cooking and Cakes

We'll look at one pot cooking and show you how simple and tasty these dishes can be, perfect for entertaining large crowds. You'll develop skills in ribboning courgettes, the cake creaming method and macerating berries for a Frangipan cake.

Week 5. Grains, Flatbreads & Dips

This unit covers two wonderful recipes that can be paired together as a starter and main: Flatbreads with a Za'tar butter and a light tabbouleh salad with spiced lamb koftas.

Week 6. Shellfish Preparation & Cooking

We are turning our sights to Venetian Cecchetti, Italy's answer to tapas. We'll take you through how to prepare and cook prawns as we make delicious prawns alla busara. We'll also whip up a delicious orange and ginger tiramisu.

Week 7. Egg Poaching, Timing & Temperature

We’ll be celebrating some unsung British heroes - potatoes, apples and fresh farm eggs!

Week 8. Effortless Entertaining

In the final unit, you three make-ahead dishes that work well for entertaining guests. These recipes allow you to sit down and enjoy a meal without spending most of the time in the kitchen. You'll put to test all the skills you’ve learnt over this course.

Earn Your Certificate

Once you've met all the requirements to complete this course, you'll receive a verified Certificate of Completion.

Student Experiences

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Leiths Online Cookery School

Leiths Online Cookery School is a winning partnership between Leiths School of Food & Wine - the esteemed cookery school - and education technology pioneers, Workshop.

From its London school, Leiths has been equipping aspiring cooks with the skills to flourish in the food world since 1975. Through Workshop's unique hands-on learning experiences, Leiths is bringing the best of in-person teaching directly into people's kitchens around the world.

Putting the learner first is a founding philosophy common to both organisations. High-quality content delivered by top educators in the cookery world, tailored expert feedback and a close community network make it a joy to learn with Leiths Online.

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If you book your place within 30 days of the course start date, you can claim a full refund within 14 days of your purchase.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When will I get to meet my class?

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You’ll be able to log into the Workshop app and access your class group discussion shortly before your start date so that you can chat away and get acquainted!

How will I interact with my class?

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Shortly before your course start date, you will be invited to introduce yourself to the rest of your class via messaging on the Workshop app.

Each week, your class will unlock a new unit encouraging you all to cook the same dishes within the same week. At the end of every session, you will be asked to upload a photo of your dish, which your class and mentor will be able to view, like and provide feedback on.

Do I need to complete sessions at specific times?

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Your class will be moving forward at a pace of 1 unit per week, however after each unit is unlocked you have the freedom to complete each session entirely at your own pace. You will also have the ability to schedule your sessions for times that suit your lifestyle.

This course has been carefully designed to make sure the advantages of real-world learning experiences are still embraced online. You will therefore be taken through the subject matter week-by-week to give you the chance to digest what you’ve learnt whilst progressing at a steady pace alongside your classmates. Unlike a real-world course though, you will also have the opportunity to revisit sessions and practice whenever and wherever you like!

Will I get a list of all the cooking equipment I’ll need for the course ahead of time?

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Yes, we’ll send you a full equipment list after you have purchased the course. Make sure to keep an eye on your emails (including your spam folder) for this!

How much contact will I get with my mentor?

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You can contact your mentor directly through the app at any time, and will receive a response within 48 hours. Your mentor will also be able to grade and comment on your photo uploads with any feedback they may have.

How old do I have to be to take this course?

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All Leiths Online courses are 18+ or require parental consent for those between 13-18. The exceptions are our Teens courses, which are exclusively for 13-18-year-olds.

The accreditation weekends at Leiths school in London have a wine element to them and are only for those aged 18 and over.

*What is your cancellation policy?

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If you book your place over 30 days before your course start date, you can cancel your booking and claim a full refund within 30 days of your purchase.

If you book your place within 30 days of the course start date, you can claim a full refund within 14 days of your purchase.

Do I need to complete sessions at specific times?

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Your class will be moving forward at a pace of 1 unit per week, however after each unit is unlocked you have the freedom to complete each session entirely at your own pace. You will also have the ability to schedule your sessions for times that suit your lifestyle.

This course has been carefully designed to make sure the advantages of real-world learning experiences are still embraced online. You will therefore be taken through the subject matter week-by-week to give you the chance to digest what you’ve learnt whilst progressing at a steady pace alongside your classmates. Unlike a real-world course though, you will also have the opportunity to revisit sessions and practice whenever and wherever you like!

What if I miss a week?

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There’s no need to worry if you have a family holiday booked or have to miss a week or two during the course. You’ll have access to your course dashboard, and the ability to contact your Leiths mentor, for 9 months from your course start date. This means you’ll have plenty of time to catch up if you need to.

What is the typical workload per week of the course?

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With 1-3 practical sessions to complete each week, you can typically expect to be cooking for around 3 to 4 hours per week – depending on the recipe (and the student!).

Some recipes may take up to a day to complete when we take into account things like cooling, setting etc. Preparation is key!

Please be mindful to read through recipes and time plans thoroughly as some recipes will require advanced preparation and setting time. And always make sure you have given yourself enough time and think about weighing up and cleaning down when planning your cooking sessions.

Do you offer course extensions?

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We strongly encourage every student to finish their course within the allocated access period, as this ensures you stay on track and make the most of your learning experience. However, if you believe you need additional time, we are able to offer 3-month extensions at a cost of £100.

We review every case individually so if you need to request an extension please reach out to us at support@workshop.ws.  

Please be aware that with a course extension, you will receive less regular contact time from your mentor as the usual course access period will have expired. To receive a certificate, you will still be required to photo uploads and complete any assessments if applicable.

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