Nick Nairn Cook School
Nick Nairn Cook School
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
About
Nick Nairn Cook School now in it's 20th year, run by Scottish celebrity chef, Nick Nairn. Our cookery school offers the very best: in tuition, produce and facilities. We offer offer short 3 hour - 1 day classes, one to one sessions with Nick, private bookings, supper clubs and pop up dining events. Whatever you choose, we know you’ll be glad you spent the time with us.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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- Ian MPaisley, United Kingdom6 contributionsAlways a superb day out.Fantastic day cooking amazing food in the company of lovely people. What’s not to love? Did the Indian food menu this time. Prawns with butter sauce for starter followed by a vindaloo smoked pork belly. Outstanding.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 22 March 2024
- David C1 contributionA day at the Nick Nairn Cook SchoolMy wife and i had a fantastic day at the Nick Nairn Cook School, Port if Menteith. Nick did the class (today it was Indian cuisine), and it was excellent. Learned so much, and in a fabulous facility, with great company and hospitality. A “must do” experience!Visited March 2024Travelled with familyWritten 24 March 2024
- Mark A1 contributionA great day out making tasty dishes!Had a wonderful day at Nick Nairn’s cook school making two lovely Indian dishes. The company was great and Nick and Nick were both great teachers and hosts. The class size was around 20 which was a perfect size to allow everyone time to get support throughout the day. The dishes were amazing and I’d love to come back again! Thanks Nick !Visited March 2024Travelled soloWritten 27 March 2024
- TERESA M A M2 contributionsFantastic Food Flavours, a Fun-Filled Day in a Fab EnvironmentI have been to many classes at Nick’s Cook School but the one yesterday probably tops the lot. It was Japanese day and we cooked & ate Okonomiyaki & Chicken Yakitori. The flavours were amazing & the day was busy but fun. Nick is a great teacher & is passionate not only about food but about sharing some of his extensive knowledge. He is also a great raconteur and tells interesting stories as well as giving lots of useful tips to help us become more skilled cooks. I recommend this class or any of the others. Watch out for the new programme of classes which will be released in a couple of weeks.Visited July 2024Travelled with friendsWritten 26 July 2024
- Scott G7 contributionsFantastic Indian Cooking Day experienceA birthday gift; a days cooking with Nicks Nairn and Parkes. Wonderful setting and a fantastic experience from start to finish. The demo's of the food preparation was great to watch and helped when we came to do it ourselves, with help, hints and tips from the guys when we needed it. The food we made tasted amazing. Everyone super-friendly. Will be booking another day or two.Visited August 2024Travelled soloWritten 4 August 2024
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Gerry M
Motherwell, UK4 contributions
Jan 2022
My wife purchased a gift voucher for me to attend the cook school but since covid and the fire it has been closed with a promise last year to be open which has now moved to 2023.
I have requested a refund several times for this but I am consistently palmed off or ignored.
I would urge serious consideration when purchasing any vouchers as there will be a heavy backlog to attend the school if/when it eventually opens, meanwhile the restaurant is going great guns while I await my refund.
I have chosen the date of Jan 22 in the When did you go box or I couldn't leave a review.
I have requested a refund several times for this but I am consistently palmed off or ignored.
I would urge serious consideration when purchasing any vouchers as there will be a heavy backlog to attend the school if/when it eventually opens, meanwhile the restaurant is going great guns while I await my refund.
I have chosen the date of Jan 22 in the When did you go box or I couldn't leave a review.
Written 14 December 2022
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Margaret J
Dunlop, UK34 contributions
Feb 2020
Another great day at the cook school, with the man himself, as always lots of tutoring of the recipes and lots of help from Nick and his staff .
It’s always a great day with like minded people who appreciate food, with wine on the table to accompany each course you produce.
I would thoroughly recommend it if you like food and cooking it. I’ve been several times as have others that love the fun of a great day out.
Try it out you won’t regret it.
John Judge.
It’s always a great day with like minded people who appreciate food, with wine on the table to accompany each course you produce.
I would thoroughly recommend it if you like food and cooking it. I’ve been several times as have others that love the fun of a great day out.
Try it out you won’t regret it.
John Judge.
Written 20 February 2020
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Thank you!
Written 10 March 2020
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PDL
Portstewart, UK234 contributions
Jul 2022
Here for lunch with a group of friends last Saturday, coincidently exactly a year to the day since the last time we visited.
Absolutely fabulous place that has totally maintained its standards over the past 12 months. The only thing to outshine the food was were the service and staff.
Every single member of staff was more professional than the last, finding the perfect balance between friendliness and total professionalism.
A wonderful day out and I will absolutely be back on my next visit
Absolutely fabulous place that has totally maintained its standards over the past 12 months. The only thing to outshine the food was were the service and staff.
Every single member of staff was more professional than the last, finding the perfect balance between friendliness and total professionalism.
A wonderful day out and I will absolutely be back on my next visit
Written 1 August 2022
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PDL
Portstewart, UK234 contributions
Aug 2021
I believe the cookery school is closed at present, but 8 of us had a fabulous Sunday lunch here, sitting in the lovely gardens. Genuinely could not have faulted a single thing and was genuinely shocked at how reasonable it was, especially given that Nick was in the kitchen himself!
Wide variety of dishes ordered and everyone raved about the taste and quality. Seafood linguine was sublime and the pizza was the best I have had (speaking as someone who has holidayed in Italy every year for the past 25 years)
Really was the most enjoyable dining experience I have had in a VERY long time.
Wide variety of dishes ordered and everyone raved about the taste and quality. Seafood linguine was sublime and the pizza was the best I have had (speaking as someone who has holidayed in Italy every year for the past 25 years)
Really was the most enjoyable dining experience I have had in a VERY long time.
Written 9 August 2021
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TERESA M A M
2 contributions
Jul 2024 • Friends
I have been to many classes at Nick’s Cook School but the one yesterday probably tops the lot. It was Japanese day and we cooked & ate Okonomiyaki & Chicken Yakitori. The flavours were amazing & the day was busy but fun. Nick is a great teacher & is passionate not only about food but about sharing some of his extensive knowledge. He is also a great raconteur and tells interesting stories as well as giving lots of useful tips to help us become more skilled cooks. I recommend this class or any of the others. Watch out for the new programme of classes which will be released in a couple of weeks.
Written 26 July 2024
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Mark A
1 contribution
Mar 2024 • Solo
Had a wonderful day at Nick Nairn’s cook school making two lovely Indian dishes. The company was great and Nick and Nick were both great teachers and hosts. The class size was around 20 which was a perfect size to allow everyone time to get support throughout the day. The dishes were amazing and I’d love to come back again! Thanks Nick !
Written 27 March 2024
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111jacqueline
Glasgow, UK175 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Fabulous surroundings very picturesque. Stylish outdoor dining area. We had dinner inside and chose the tasting menu with wine pairing. We were not disappointed every course was delicious. Locally grown and sourced ingredients which tasted amazing. Robyn and her team were brilliant and went the extra mile. Nick was very engaging and discussed the food and background to this delightful venue. Would highly recommend and definitely be back!
Written 29 October 2022
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GreenTentMan
Stirlingshire, UK45 contributions
Jun 2022
Nick's Cook School is a fantastic place for a meal out. First class food and exceptional serving staff. Great, informal settings inside, whilst there is also an area for outside dining. On the night we were there, the man himself was busy in the kitchen, but still had time to chat to us as we left. For the high standard of food, the prices were extremely reasonable and it is certainly a place I would go to again.
Written 3 July 2022
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David B
18 contributions
May 2022 • Couples
A spur of the moment visit to the (relatively) new Nick Nairn restaurant attached to the school on a warm sunny Saturday. With a hankering for seafood I had the most delicious seafood linguini with lobster, squid, langoustine and more in the sun. High end food in a glorious informal setting. A bit of a hidden gem, and being only 20mins from us we’ll undoubtedly be back- very friendly front of house team too.
Written 28 May 2022
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Laura M
6 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
Beautiful location. We went for the tasting menu introduced by Nick himself. Every course was exquisite. All made with homegrown or locally sourced ingredients which is a lovely touch. Could not recommend here highly enough!
Written 15 November 2022
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Hello do you offer full time bakery course or a part time and how much is it ?
Written 28 May 2019
I gave my son a full day Indian cooking day.suggest you contact them as perhaps they might be able to put you in touch with a company that would cater for your requirements.
Written 29 May 2019
What skill level is expected of you if you attend the cook school?
Written 14 July 2016
Hi Don, you don't need any experience. I'm a novice cook and Nick was a great teacher. They explain everything step by step. It can be a busy class and there is more than one teacher floating to help. It's great fun
Written 14 July 2016
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