Mediterranean Cuisine

Discover the Flavours of the Mediterranean
Travel through one of the world's most celebrated culinary regions in this immersive one-day Mediterranean Cuisine short course.

Stretching from Southern Europe to North Africa and the Middle East, Mediterranean cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavours, seasonal ingredients and time-honoured culinary traditions. Fresh herbs, fragrant spices, exceptional olive oils and simple yet refined techniques form the foundation of this diverse and influential cuisine.

Guided by Le Cordon Bleu's experienced chef educators, you will prepare a menu inspired by the coastal cultures of the Mediterranean, learning the professional techniques and flavour combinations that have made this style of cooking beloved around the world.

From crafting silky baba ghanoush and handmade flatbreads to preparing crisp falafel, vibrant salsa verde and restaurant-quality seared sea bream with bouillabaisse jus, this hands-on course will build your confidence while expanding your culinary repertoire.

Whether you are a passionate home cook, food enthusiast or aspiring chef, this immersive experience offers an inspiring introduction to Mediterranean cooking through the lens of culinary excellence.

What will you learn?
Throughout this practical workshop, you will develop essential culinary skills while creating an authentic Mediterranean-inspired menu. Just some of the recipes you'll get to master include:

• Baba ghanoush with flatbread
• Falafel with salsa verde
• Seared sea bream fillet, potato fondant, courgette and basil, bouillabaisse jus

Every recipe has been carefully selected to showcase the diversity of the region while introducing techniques that can be readily recreated in your own kitchen long after the course has finished.