So, You Think You Could Be A Michelin Chef?

Develop and perfect your culinary skills with Cook School by Martin Wishart

Cook School by Martin Wishart opened to the public in Edinburgh's Leith at the end of January this year.

By revealing the secrets of the ‘restaurant kitchen’ through a series of practical classes the cook school promises to deliver an all round culinary education.

The classes, based on Martin Wishart’s cooking style, provide informative and detailed tuition on the preparation of numerous dishes. Students learn how to select the finest quality ingredients and then transform them into restaurant quality meals for friends and family.

Classes are also being organised with tuition from a number of internationally recognised chefs.

The school aims to give students a background in both classic and modern culinary styles.  Demonstrations and practical sessions will then provide the background theory and basic skills and techniques that form the foundation of cookery as a whole. 

Principal chef Bruce Rennie said: “The philosophy behind the cook school is to create an area for learning. We want to provide our students with a unique culinary experience - one that they want to experience over and over again.  We also want to be recognised for all-round quality and value”

The building on Bonnington Road has been transformed with state-of-the-art equipment and a sleek interior.  With just eight individual cooking stations, classes focus on personal tuition in a relaxed and friendly environment.  Fitted with energy efficient Miele induction hobs and ovens, the school is both sophisticated and environmentally aware.

Lunch on the premises is served in a luxurious dining space created by Ian Smith Design.  Every aspect of this unique room is bespoke and will ensure students feel part of the Michelin star experience.  The neutral colour scheme is reflected in the specially designed Wilton carpet and the striking silk and velvet chairs. The piece de resistance of this classic contemporary room is the dining table that makes innovative use of the Martin Wishart monogram in its base. The metal is cut using machinery designed for the oil industry in Aberdeen to Ian’s exacting designs; this special process allows the metal to be gilded.  The bronze base is topped off in stunning walnut from Scotland’s finest cabinet makers, Laurence MacIntosh.

The Cook School plans to host monthly school visits to include group presentations with food tasting, class interaction and discussion with an aim to getting children interested and involved in cooking with a large focus on fresh ingredients and healthy eating. 

The school also offers corporate days for up to 45 people.

For further information visit www.cookschool.co.uk now!