Dublin Cookery School | Cooking Classes, Summer Courses & Teen Camps
FROM OUR KITCHEN TO YOUR TABLE THIS SUMMER
Evening workshops, BBQ Masterclasses, teen camps and five-day intensives.
all hands-on, all in Blackrock.
SUMMER BBQ SERIES
Everythings' better on a grill! Fire and flavour is back on the menu with our summer BBQ series. With 2 regional styles, a practical hands-on course, and a full fired up feast, there's a course for every taste.
GET ON THE GRILL!
SUMMER CURRIES & BEER
Summer season is curry season! Three fresh summer curries — light, vibrant, nothing heavy. Learn the spice logic, what to serve them with, and have a beer to wash them down. The ultimate summer social
SPICE IT UP!
TEEN COOKING CAMPS
Four day camps for Junior and Senior teens:
Knife skills, sauces, baking, and a full meal cooked and served each day. All with the same tutors who teach our adult classes.
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Kitchen safety for teens starts with proper technique. Learn the safe cooking practices, HACCP principles, and food hygiene rules that protect your family — and build real confidence.
Read more - The Most Dangerous Room in Your House Is the One You Use Every Day Our blog
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"I learnt a lot"
I learnt a lot … the course content was accessible, informative & ... very entertaining. GENEROUS in every way.
Fermenting At Home: A Beginners Guide
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"Great feel good factor!"
I really enjoyed this course. It was very well laid out. I felt I learned a lot. Everybody was very friendly. It gave me a great feel good factor!
Karen: The Green Kitchen
January 2024 -
"A fantastic experience"
I’ve recently finished the 4 Week Essential Skills course and it was a fantastic experience. All of the staff were such a joy to learn from. Their wealth of knowledge, eagerness to share and teach, and the patience they showed, made it such a wonderful time. It’s given me such confidence in the kitchen and my skills have improved immensely. Truly an exceptional experience.
Katie: 4 Week Essential Skills Course
January 2025 -
"Highly recommend!"
The preparation that goes into these classes is phenomenal. There’s a welcoming vibe and the staff are so friendly and happy to assist if you’ve got questions. Made delicious food and I learned so much! Highly recommend.
Claire: Inside a Chinese Home Kitchen
March 2024
Frequently Asked Questions
- What types of cooking classes does Dublin Cookery School offer?
- We run evening classes, half-day and full-day workshops, five-day intensive courses, and summer cooking camps for teenagers aged 11–17. Classes cover everything from Italian cooking and Japanese techniques to BBQ masterclasses and bread baking. All classes are fully hands-on and take place at our school in Blackrock, Dublin.
- Where is Dublin Cookery School located?
- We're based at 2 Brookfield Terrace, Blackrock, Co. Dublin — right on the coast, a 20-minute DART ride from Pearse Street Station. Blackrock village is worth the trip in itself.
- Are your cooking classes suitable for beginners?
- Most people who come to DCS for the first time have never done anything like this before. That's fine — the tutors pitch it right. Our Fresh Starts programme is built specifically for people starting from scratch, and most of our evening classes are open to all levels.
- What age are the teen cooking camps for?
- Our Growing Gourmets camps are open to teens aged 11–17. Camps run over five days in July and August. Students cook full meals each day and work in a supervised kitchen with the same tutors who teach our adult classes.
- How do I book a cooking class?
- You can book directly on this website — choose a course, pick a date, and you're in. Gift vouchers are also available if you want to book for someone else.
- Do you cater for dietary requirements?
- Yes. When you book, there's an option to flag dietary requirements and allergies. Get in touch if you want to check a specific class before booking — some formats suit certain dietary needs better than others.
- How do I know which level is right for me?
- All of our classes are designed to work across levels — the tutors adjust as they go. If you're unsure, you can email us and we'll talk you through it.
