Hands-on flavour masterclasses

The Tamarind Cooking School

Hands‑on cooking classes start at 11 am. Create four courses with expert chef support, eat what you’ve created with a glass of wine, and take-home recipes to recreate at home.

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From Asian to French to Italian menus, the Tamarind Cooking School lets you cook a four‑course lunch with a glass of wine and apron included - then sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labour.

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If you’ve dined at The Tamarind and found yourself inspired by its bold flavours and refined techniques, The Tamarind Cooking School offers the chance to take that experience further. Held in the retreat’s purpose‑built cooking school, these immersive, hands‑on classes invite guests to learn directly from Spicers chefs, exploring a rotating selection of Asian, French and Italian cuisines.

Each class guides participants through the preparation of a multi‑course menu before sitting down together to enjoy the dishes they’ve created, paired with a glass of wine. With seasonal menus, expert instruction and thoughtfully curated inclusions, The Tamarind Cooking School is a standout foodie experience on the Sunshine Coast, perfect for curious cooks, passionate food lovers or those looking to add something memorable to their stay at Spicers Tamarind Retreat.

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On Saturdays, the retreat’s purpose-built cooking school runs classes in Asian, French, or Italian cuisine.

Cooking classes start at 11am and starting from $225 per person they also include an apron, lunch, a glass of wine, and a recipe book with all the dishes you cooked so you can recreate them at home.

Getting here

Spicers Tamarind Retreat, 88 Obi Lane South, Maleny QLD

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Parking

Onsite parking is available.

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