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29Jan

Vegetarian Thai Feast - NEW CLASS!

19:00p.m. Thursday 29 January 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Thai food consists of various complex flavours and textures typical of South East Asia. Our Thai classes here at the cookery school always focus on balancing the 4 distinct princip...

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30Jan

Sharing Platters for Family and Friends

19:00p.m. Friday 30 January 2026 | SOLD OUT


Want to rustle up delicious easy food? Having your extended family over for a weekend lunch? Our chefs will guide you through step by step to make cooking for groups in your kitch...

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31Jan

A Taste of Italy - NEW RECIPES!

10:00a.m. Saturday 31 January 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

For us at Howth Castle Cookery School, we love our Italian food! We understand the importance of ingredient freshness and recipe simplicity. This class is designed to teach you so...

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1Feb

Sunday Brunch Ideas

11:00a.m. Sunday 1 February 2026 | SOLD OUT


Elevate your weekend with a deliciously inspiring morning at our Sunday Brunch Ideas class! Join us in the heart of the historic Howth Castle kitchen for a hands-on culinary exper...

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4Feb

DIY Sushi & Sashimi

19:00p.m. Wednesday 4 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Demystify the common misconception that making sushi is super complicated. We’ll show you how to create a pretty good Californian and Maki roll. We’ll talk sashimi, miso soup and ...

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5Feb

Everyday Vegan Cooking

19:00p.m. Thursday 5 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE


If you’re looking for plant-based inspiration in the kitchen, this hands-on workshop will teach you the techniques, tips and tricks for both the committed and occasional vegans wi...

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6Feb

Modern French Food

19:00p.m. Friday 6 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE


Following on from the very popular 'Our Paris Kitchen ' class, we've designed this course to teach you some modern and contemporary French recipes and dishes. Focusing less on but...

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7Feb

Yoga and Plant Based Wellness Day Retreat

10:00a.m. Saturday 7 February 2026 | 5 hrs | €165 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We are delighted to collaborate with Jayne Dummer of Core Healthy in bringing this all day Yoga and Plant Based Wellness Day Retreat to you. This day retreat
aims to bring balance ...

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8Feb

Teen and Tween Pasta Making Workshop -

11:00a.m. Sunday 8 February 2026 | SOLD OUT

€150 for parent & child! A great opportunity for adults to work with their kids on
our fun pasta making class and accompanying sauces. This class goes
through the basics of pasta d...

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12Feb

Japanese Street Food

19:00p.m. Thursday 12 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

This Japanese Street Food cooking class is for those who want to get recipes for simple and easy to make home authentic Japanese recipes. The food is so varied - simple, healthy an...

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13Feb

Flavours of Morocco

19:00p.m. Friday 13 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

North African foods have come alive in recent years with the likes of Yotam Ottolenghi on the food scene. Ingredients such as pomegranate molasses, pickled lemons, saffron, harissa...

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14Feb

Fish & Shellfish Workshop

10:00a.m. Saturday 14 February 2026 | 4 hrs | €165 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Cooks and gourmet enthusiasts with a passion for ‘fruit de mer’ will be
inspired by this one-day cookery class which focuses exclusively on fish and
shellfish.

You will learn the ...

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14Feb

Supper Club @ Howth Castle - NEW EXPERIENCE!

19:00p.m. Saturday 14 February 2026 | 3.5 hrs | €100 | PLACES AVAILABLE


Thrilled with our new concept of our own Supper Club at Howth Castle which will offer a relaxed and social evening of great food, wine and conversation in our beautiful and cozy B...

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15Feb

Teen & Tween Thai Street Food Workshop

10:00a.m. Sunday 15 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €75 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Thai cuisine is a clever combination of both
Eastern and Western influences and is very distinct from its Chinese and Indian
neighbours. It's combination of sour, sweet, salty, bit...

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17Feb

Mid-Term 3-Day Teen Workshop - NEW!!

10:00a.m. Tuesday 17 February 2026 | 3 hrs | €250 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We get
asked all the time to run a teen cooking series over mid-terms and summer
holidays. In response, we’ve created our 3-day series for ages
13 plus.

Our first
3-day series is ...

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18Feb

Noodles & Stir Fries

19:00p.m. Wednesday 18 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

In this new class, you'll learn to create vibrant and flavorful Asian-inspired dishes under the expert guidance of our experienced chefs.  You will, explore the art of stir-frying ...

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19Feb

Spanish Food Evening

19:00p.m. Thursday 19 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE


This Spanish Food Cookery class in Howth Castle is a treasure trove of both little known and classic dishes from various regions of Spain. Learn to cook a variety of Spanish dishe...

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20Feb

Mexican Street Food - NEW RECIPES!

19:00p.m. Friday 20 February 2026 | SOLD OUT

Mexican food is a whole lot more than fajitas and burritos. This class introduces you to the fundamentals of Mexican flavours and ingredients including smoked chipotle, tomatillos...

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21Feb

Fresh Tastes of India

19:00p.m. Saturday 21 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We've created a NEW Indian class with fresh and exciting recipes. The traditional food of India has been widely appreciated for its fabulous use of herbs and spice. The cooking sty...

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22Feb

Food to Fuel - NEW CLASS!

11:00a.m. Sunday 22 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

This class is designed for those looking to work on their nutritional knowledge and cookery skills for the fitness lifestyle. With a focus on both cooking and meal prep in advance,...

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25Feb

Creole Cooking - NEW CLASS!

19:00p.m. Wednesday 25 February 2026 | SOLD OUT

Known as food for the soul, Creole cooking is a vibrant culinary tradition that is rooted in Louisiana, particularly New Orleans. Its a fusion of French, Spanish, African and Nativ...

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26Feb

Nutritious Family Foods

19:00p.m. Thursday 26 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Sometimes as cooks we all need an alternative to Lasagne, Spag Bol and Mac ‘n cheese. We get asked a lot here in the cookery school for quick and simple food that can be prepared e...

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27Feb

Thai Street Food & Beer

19:00p.m. Friday 27 February 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE


Bursting with bold flavour, vibrant colour and beautiful fresh ingredients, Thai Street Food is a feast for all the senses!  In this hands-on class, you’ll transport yourself to t...

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28Feb

Sweet & Savoury Bakes - NEW CLASS!

10:00a.m. Saturday 28 February 2026 | 3 hrs | €150 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We've decided to mix it up a bit for our new Baking class - so its not just all sweet based, we've included a few fun savoury bakes for you as well!! This fun and interactive bakin...

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1Mar

Introduction to Sourdough Workshop

10:00a.m. Sunday 1 March 2026 | SOLD OUT

This half day workshop explains the fundamentals of sourdough bread baking. Although you will scratch the surface of gluten development and action of wild yeast, the class is aimed...

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4Mar

Bistro Classics

19:00p.m. Wednesday 4 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Bistro classics are dishes that are commonly found in traditional French bistros, known for their simple, hearty and often rustic flavours. The dishes you will prepare alongside ou...

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5Mar

Biryani & South Indian Street Food - NEW CLASS!

19:00p.m. Thursday 5 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets and spice markets of South India in this immersive, hands-on cooking experience! In this lively class, you’ll learn how to prepare ...

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6Mar

Everyday Vegetarian Workshop

19:00p.m. Friday 6 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Vegetarian eating has significantly evolved over the years. So many of us are increasingly interested in vegetarian food for many reasons - adhering to a vegetarian ethos, cooking ...

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7Mar

Savoury Sauces - NEW CLASS!

11:00a.m. Saturday 7 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Transform everyday meals with a splash of culinary magic! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make 4 sauces that elevate any dish — fast and fuss-free. Discover the bold Me...

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8Mar

Fermented Foods - Feeding your Gut Health - NEW CLASS!

10:00a.m. Sunday 8 March 2026 | 4 hrs | €150 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Fermentation and pickling can transform fresh, seasonal produce into delicious and nutritious recipes and standbys that you can enjoy all year round. If you’d like to discover how ...

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11Mar

Healthy Family Suppers

19:00p.m. Wednesday 11 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We all want to eat lighter and healthier and occasionally we all need new recipes and techniques every so often to freshen up our food and put interesting ingredients in our fridge...

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12Mar

Traditional Irish Scones & Brown Bread Baking Workshop

11:00a.m. Thursday 12 March 2026 | 3 hrs | €95 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We make a great Guinness and Treacle Brown Soda Bread here at
Howth Castle Cookery School. This hands on class is designed to show you the simple techniques needed to make the tast...

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12Mar

Gluten Free Suppers

19:00p.m. Thursday 12 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Cutting out gluten from your diet should never mean losing out on creative flavour or exciting food. This class will show you how to put together delicious food that are wheat free...

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13Mar

Tacos & Margarita's

19:00p.m. Friday 13 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Get ready to spice things up! In this hands-on cookery class, you’ll master the art of creating authentic Mexican tacos — from perfectly seasoned fillings and freshly toasted torti...

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14Mar

Modern Irish Food

10:00a.m. Saturday 14 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE


The modern day Irish food scene is full of fresh, authentic ingredients mixed with a little Irish flair and tradition. This class provides a repertoire of solid recipes as a star...

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14Mar

Gourmet Pizza & Prosecco Workshop

18:00p.m. Saturday 14 March 2026 | 3 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Making and eating pizza is a fun and creative way to enjoy food with all the family. Learn to make the crispiest base and the best tomato sauce to start you off properly. Come and ...

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15Mar

Teen & Tween Sushi Making Workshop

11:00a.m. Sunday 15 March 2026 | 1.5 hrs | €75 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Our Teens & Tweens classes are proving really popular so
we’ve added a Sushi workshop to the series.

Sushi is a great fun, interactive and healthy snack.

Bring your kids along to...

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17Mar

Howth Seafood Chowder and Treacle & Guinness Brown Bread Workshop

11:00a.m. Tuesday 17 March 2026 | 3 hrs | €95 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Seafood Chowder; a traditional Irish comfort dish perfect for a
chilly evening at home or a nourishing lunch. Ours is packed to the brim with a
medley of locally caught Howth fish ...

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18Mar

Quick and Easy Fish

19:00p.m. Wednesday 18 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We all know how tasty, healthy and quick fish is to prepare and eat, yet many of us hesitate buying it more regularly fearing getting it wrong. This class is designed to get rid of...

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19Mar

Go To Meals - NEW CLASS!

19:00p.m. Thursday 19 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

This class is designed for people who want to refresh their mid-week dinner routine. And we promise not a plate of pasta in sight!!Come and learn a few new interesting, delicious a...

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20Mar

Foodie Fundamentals - NEW CLASS!

19:00p.m. Friday 20 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Perfect for passionate home cooks and curious beginners alike, Foodie Fundamentals is a fun, hands-on introduction to essential cooking techniques and kitchen confidence. In this i...

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21Mar

Feast from the Sea

10:00a.m. Saturday 21 March 2026 | 4 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

With the fishing village of Howth on our doorstep, we are spoilt for choice here at Howth Castle Cookery School. Our fish classes are very popular and this full day Feasts from th...

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26Mar

Mexican Street Food - NEW RECIPES!

19:00p.m. Thursday 26 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Mexican food is a whole lot more than fajitas and burritos. This class introduces you to the fundamentals of Mexican flavours and ingredients including smoked chipotle, tomatillos...

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27Mar

Vietnamese Street Food

19:00p.m. Friday 27 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Join us for a mouth-watering, hands-on Vietnamese Street Food class at Howth Castle Cookery School! In just two hours, you’ll learn how to create three authentic dishes bursting wi...

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28Mar

Introduction to Sourdough Workshop

10:00a.m. Saturday 28 March 2026 | 4 hrs | €150 | PLACES AVAILABLE

This half day workshop explains the fundamentals of sourdough bread baking. Although you will scratch the surface of gluten development and action of wild yeast, the class is aimed...

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29Mar

Teen & Tween Tasty Bakes - NEW CLASS!

11:00a.m. Sunday 29 March 2026 | 2 hrs | €75 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A new addition to our hands-on Teen and Tween Series - Savoury Baking! Join us for a lively, practical and fun class designed to build real kitchen confidence where students are en...

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1Apr

A Taste of Italy - NEW RECIPES!

19:00p.m. Wednesday 1 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

For us at Howth Castle Cookery School, we love our Italian food! We understand the importance of ingredient freshness and recipe simplicity. This class is designed to teach you so...

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2Apr

Modern Vegetarian - NEW CLASS!

19:00p.m. Thursday 2 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Our hands on Modern Vegetarian is an interactive, skill focused experience where students learn to prepare fun contemporary plant forward dishes from start to finish under the guid...

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3Apr

Howth Seafood Chowder and Treacle & Guinness Brown Bread Workshop

11:00a.m. Friday 3 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €95 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Seafood Chowder; a traditional Irish comfort dish perfect for a
chilly evening at home or a nourishing lunch. Ours is packed to the brim with a
medley of locally caught Howth fish ...

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3Apr

Fish from Around the World - NEW CLASS!

19:00p.m. Friday 3 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We have lots of fish classes here at the school - this one is new!  We decided we wanted to bring together under the one class roof, fish dishes inspired by different global cuisin...

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4Apr

Cakes & Pastry Workshop

10:00a.m. Saturday 4 April 2026 | 3 hrs | €150 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Interested in improving your pastries and baking skills? This class teaches students the fundamental pastry and baking techniques. We’ll look at shortcrust, passion fruit tart, moi...

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5Apr

Teen & Tween Thai Street Food Workshop

10:00a.m. Sunday 5 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €75 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Thai cuisine is a clever combination of both
Eastern and Western influences and is very distinct from its Chinese and Indian
neighbours. It's combination of sour, sweet, salty, bit...

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7Apr

Steak Night

19:00p.m. Tuesday 7 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €95 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Love your steak? This is your class. Understand the cuts of beef, the make up and the structure of each type of steak. Compliment your beef searing skills with the various techniqu...

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8Apr

Thai Street Food & Beer

19:00p.m. Wednesday 8 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE


Bursting with bold flavour, vibrant colour and beautiful fresh ingredients, Thai Street Food is a feast for all the senses!  In this hands-on class, you’ll transport yourself to t...

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9Apr

DIY Sushi & Sashimi

19:00p.m. Thursday 9 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Demystify the common misconception that making sushi is super complicated. We’ll show you how to create a pretty good Californian and Maki roll. We’ll talk sashimi, miso soup and ...

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10Apr

Vietnamese Kitchen

19:00p.m. Friday 10 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Vietnamese food is considered one of the healthiest cuisines worldwide. Traditional Vietnamese cooking is widely regarded for its fresh ingredients, minimal use of oil and a great ...

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12Apr

Gourmet Pizza & Prosecco Workshop

17:00p.m. Sunday 12 April 2026 | 3 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Making and eating pizza is a fun and creative way to enjoy food with all the family. Learn to make the crispiest base and the best tomato sauce to start you off properly. Come and ...

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17Apr

Our Paris Kitchen

19:00p.m. Friday 17 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

The forever fashionable bistro fare of Paris has been immortalized by so many of the great French food writers, Elizabeth David, David Lebowitz and Rachel Khoo. Come learn a few t...

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18Apr

Fish & Shellfish Workshop

10:00a.m. Saturday 18 April 2026 | 4 hrs | €165 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Cooks and gourmet enthusiasts with a passion for ‘fruit de mer’ will be
inspired by this one-day cookery class which focuses exclusively on fish and
shellfish.

You will learn the ...

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19Apr

Sunday Brunch Ideas

11:00a.m. Sunday 19 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE


Elevate your weekend with a deliciously inspiring morning at our Sunday Brunch Ideas class! Join us in the heart of the historic Howth Castle kitchen for a hands-on culinary exper...

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22Apr

Fresh Tastes of India

19:00p.m. Wednesday 22 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We've created a NEW Indian class with fresh and exciting recipes. The traditional food of India has been widely appreciated for its fabulous use of herbs and spice. The cooking sty...

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24Apr

Tacos & Margarita's

19:00p.m. Friday 24 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €105 | PLACES AVAILABLE

Get ready to spice things up! In this hands-on cookery class, you’ll master the art of creating authentic Mexican tacos — from perfectly seasoned fillings and freshly toasted torti...

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25Apr

Savoury Bakes - NEW CLASS!

11:00a.m. Saturday 25 April 2026 | 2 hrs | €165 | PLACES AVAILABLE

We've been asked to create a baking class that isn't all about sugar all the time. Soooooo - discover the delicious world of savoury baking in this interactive, hands-on cookery cl...

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26Apr

Teen & Tween Japanese Street Food - NEW CLASS!

10:00a.m. Sunday 26 April 2026 | 1.5 hrs | €75 | PLACES AVAILABLE


This class includes many of the fundamentals of quick Japanese cooking – learn how make some of the best street classics instead of calling for take away!   This class teaches you...

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23May

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Saturday 23 May 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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14Jun

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Sunday 14 June 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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24Jun

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Wednesday 24 June 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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27Jun

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Saturday 27 June 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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1Jul

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Wednesday 1 July 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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15Jul

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Wednesday 15 July 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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19Jul

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Sunday 19 July 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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1Aug

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Saturday 1 August 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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2Aug

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Sunday 2 August 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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9Aug

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Sunday 9 August 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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22Aug

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Saturday 22 August 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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10Sep

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Thursday 10 September 2026 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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18Sep

Catch & Cook

10:00a.m. Saturday 18 September 2027 | 6 hrs | €195 | PLACES AVAILABLE

A day to remember!  This class starts out early with two hours of fishing out the back of Ireland’s Eye in Dublin Bay under the eye of our skipper, David Doyle. Have fun doing your...

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