Private Events, Parties & Functions

Welcome to Ann’s Smart School of Cookery, where foodie dreams come true. Take your event to new heights by hosting a private cookery event that combines the joy of cooking with a memorable social gathering. Whether you're planning a birthday celebration, team-building activity, hen party, or an intimate gathering with friends, our private cookery events are designed to delight and inspire. Discover the power of food to bring people together and create lasting memories.

Private Event Packages

  • Fresh pasta with flour on a dark surface, some pasta hanging from above.

    Pasta Extravaganza

    Join us for a 90-minute event where you will learn to make linguine & cannelloni with one of our professional chefs. Squisito!

    BYOB available

    From £90 per head

    Minimum 10 guests

  • A bouquet of various flowers and greenery, including hydrangea, coneflowers, and eucalyptus, arranged on a dark surface.

    Petals & Plates

    Perfect for hen parties, birthdays, and baby showers, our 'Petals & Plates' workshop offers a delightful blend of floral artistry and culinary indulgence.

    With a glass of French Bloom on arrival, a menu of delectable canapés, and the opportunity to craft your own hand-tied bouquet to take home, it's an ideal way to celebrate any special occasion in style.

    £115 per head

    Minimum 6 guests

    >> Full details & menus

  • Close-up of three beef tacos filled with shredded beef, chopped onions, and a generous garnish of chopped cilantro.

    Taco Fiesta!

    It’s taco time! This super fun, taco party-themed event is a great one to get the tastebuds tingling. You’ll be greeted with a Nojito, chips and salsa ready to get stuck into taco making!

    This event includes 2 mojitos per person, a selection of tacos, mini salad bowls, rice and refried beans. Event lasts approx. 2 hours

    £90 per head

    Minimum 10 guests

  • A hand sprinkling flour onto a surface in a kitchen.

    Bespoke Events

    Looking for something more bespoke? No problem.

    Drop us a message with your requirements and your wish is our command!

    >> Contact the events team

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The Ultimate Dining Experience

The Ultimate Dining Experience

Ann's Smart School of Cookery private events and private dining experiences

£120 per person

This is the ultimate dining experience for those wanting to watch a professional chef at work and learn a few tricks of the trade.  At Ann's Smart School of Cookery, you and your guests will have private use of the entire dining area and kitchen along with your very own chef who will give you a demonstration on your chosen cookery theme. You and your group will also be encouraged to help prepare the gourmet meal with the chef. The meal will then be enjoyed by your party at the end of the experience.

Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your chef ready to teach you some tips and techniques for your chosen meal in your exclusive kitchen. After some refreshments, it's time to get seated before your first course is cooked. Depending on the menu chosen, you will enjoy 3 courses of delicious food whilst learning the rules of each dish.

What’s included?

  • 2-2.5 hour event

  • Exclusive use of the venue

  • 3-course meal

  • Our professional team will be on hand to share some tricks of the trade and guide you through the menu

  • Choose from a selection of menus

  • BYOB and unlimited soft drinks.

  • Available at our Chelmsford location.

Minimum 6 guests

Sample Menus and Optional Extras
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  • Absolutely! Just let us know any specific dietary requirements at least a week before the event and we will arrange a suitable alternative.

  • Yes, we require at least 6 guests unless otherwise stated.

  • At our Essex location our maximum capacity is 16 guests.

    At our Canary Wharf location, our maximum capacity is 18 guests.

    At our Beaconsfield location, our maximum capacity is 16 guests.

  • Of course, if you have any specific requirements please get in touch and we can put a bespoke event package together for you. You can also add extras - please see the options here.

    events@thesmartschoolofcookery.com

  • Please contact us on either 0800 756 6805 or events@thesmartschoolofcookery.com

    We will be as flexible as we can, depending on availability we can offer events between 9am-8pm