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French Cooking Classes
Unleash your inner Julia Child with a hands‑on French cooking class, then sit down to lunch with wine and recipes to take home.
From Pissaladière to Chocolate Eclair, explore French flavours and methods during this cooking class, complete with wine, lunch, apron and recipes.
Information
Step into the kitchen and experience the quiet confidence of French cooking at The Tamarind Cooking School. Guided by a Spicers chef, this hands‑on class invites guests to explore classic techniques, regional flavours and the subtle artistry that defines traditional French cuisine.
The morning unfolds slowly and deliberately — cooking, tasting and learning before gathering to enjoy the dishes you’ve created, paired with a matching wine. Set within the lush surroundings of Spicers Tamarind Retreat in Maleny, it’s an experience shaped by flavour, connection and the pleasure of taking time over food.
Our talented Tamarind chefs will take you through simple yet traditional techniques that you can easily replicate at home. Enjoy flavours from different regions of France and learn subtle hints and tips to achieve the best from your ingredients.
BOOK FOR UPCOMING DATES
9 May 2026
12 September 2026
14 November 2026
Inclusions
Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm
Cooking classes start at 11am and starting from $225 per person.
The class includes lunch, one glass of wine, an apron to take home and a recipe book with all the dishes you cooked so you can recreate them at home.
Details
Class runs from 11am to 3pm for selected event dates.
Please note due to the nature of the event, dietaries cannot be catered for in this class. Please contact the retreat on 07 5420 5420 if you have any questions.
Getting here
Spicers Tamarind Retreat, 88 Obi Lane South, Maleny QLD
Parking
Onsite parking is available.
Class Menus
Connect with your inner French by creating this inspiring menu with one of our talented Spicers Chefs.
Caramelised Onion Pissaladiere | Pernod Steamed Mussels, Heirloom Tomato, Garlic Toast | Classic Chocolate Eclair. Note: menu is subject to change.
Viccyssoise with crispy leek | Pan Seared Duck Breast with Warm Goats Cheese Salad | Pistachio Pear Tart. Note: menus are subject to change
Viccyssoise with crispy leek | Pan Seared Duck Breast with Warm Goats Cheese Salad | Pistachio Pear Tart. Note: menus are subject to change
Caramelised Onion Pissaladiere | Pernod Steamed Mussels, Heirloom Tomato, Garlic Toast | Classic Chocolate Eclair. Note: menu is subject to change
