ARABIAN NIGHTS

Fragrant spices, generous plates and a feast made for sharing

Step into the warmth of a Moroccan-inspired kitchen and discover the rich, aromatic flavours of North Africa.

Guided by your chef, you’ll prepare a generous three-course feast filled with toasted spices, dried fruit, fresh herbs and fragrant rosewater. You’ll make silky hummus with warm pita, slow-cook lamb until beautifully tender and finish with golden layers of pistachio baklava.

Once the cooking is complete, everyone gathers around our long table to share the feast with wine and fresh mint tea.

Colourful, aromatic and wonderfully social, Arabian Nights is an experience designed to bring people together.

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WHAT YOU'LL COOK

Entrée — Hummus with Warm Pita

Silky chickpeas blended with tahini, lemon and garlic, finished with olive oil and served with warm pita bread.

Creamy, bright and beautifully balanced, it is a simple dish transformed through thoughtful technique and seasoning.

Main — Lamb Tagine with Apricots

Tender lamb slowly cooked with apricots, saffron and fragrant Moroccan spices, served with light, aromatic couscous.

Sweet, savoury and deeply comforting, the tagine develops its richness through slow cooking and carefully layered spices.

Dessert — Rosewater and Pistachio Baklava

Golden layers of crisp filo pastry, pistachios and fragrant rosewater syrup, served with fresh mint tea.

Crisp, sticky and delicately perfumed, it is an indulgent finish to the feast.

Menus may change slightly according to seasonal produce and ingredient availability.

THE EXPERIENCE

From blending silky hummus to layering the final sheets of baklava, your chef will guide you through every stage.

You’ll learn how to:

Create smooth, well-balanced hummus
Prepare and serve warm pita
Toast and bloom spices to release their aromas
Brown lamb and build depth of flavour
Balance sweetness, spice and acidity in a tagine
Slow-cook lamb until beautifully tender
Prepare light, fragrant couscous
Handle and layer delicate filo pastry
Make and apply rosewater syrup
Coordinate and present a generous shared feast

No previous cooking experience is required. Your chef will demonstrate each technique, and every guest will take an active role throughout the class.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Chef-led, hands-on cooking class
Step-by-step demonstrations and guidance
Seasonal three-course Moroccan-inspired menu
All ingredients and specialist equipment
Welcome drink on arrival
Wine served with your meal
Non-alcoholic beverage options
Fresh mint tea
Aprons for use during the class
Digital recipes
Shared long-table dining experience
Exclusive use of the venue for private groups
Full event setup and clean-up

FAST FACTS

Duration
Approximately 3 hours

Format
Around 2 hours of hands-on cooking followed by a relaxed shared meal

Location
Roving Larder Cooking School
2 Gunner Road, North Head Sanctuary, Manly NSW

Parking
Free parking is available in the Barracks Precinct car park.

Enter North Head via Bluefish Road and follow signs to the Barracks Precinct.

Public class price
From $199 per person, including welcome drinks and wine

Private groups
Available for corporate teams, birthdays, family celebrations, friendship groups and special occasions.

Minimum group size or minimum spend applies.

Group size
Ideal for intimate groups and larger private events, with capacity depending on the selected event format.

PERFECT FOR

Corporate team events
Birthdays and milestone celebrations
Friendship groups
Family gatherings
Hens celebrations
Couples
Food lovers
Visitors looking for a memorable Manly experience
Anyone drawn to fragrant spices and generous shared food

DIETARY REQUIREMENTS

This menu contains gluten, sesame, dairy and tree nuts, including pistachios. The standard menu also contains lamb.

Vegetarian variations may be possible by replacing the lamb tagine with a seasonal vegetable alternative.

Nut-free or sesame-free versions require substantial changes to the hummus, baklava and selected garnishes and must be arranged in advance. Gluten-free guests will require alternatives to the pita, couscous, filo pastry and baklava.

A fully vegan version may be possible only with significant menu modifications.

Please provide complete details of all allergies, intolerances and dietary preferences when booking or enquiring.

Because our kitchen regularly handles sesame, nuts, flour, dairy, eggs and other allergens, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

PUBLIC CLASSES

Join one of our scheduled Arabian Nights classes and cook alongside other food lovers in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

You’ll prepare the complete three-course feast before gathering around our long table to enjoy the meal with wine and fresh mint tea.

Public classes are ideal for:

Individuals
Couples
Small groups of friends
Visitors to Sydney
Anyone looking for a lively and memorable cooking experience

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PRIVATE COOK & DINE EXPERIENCES

Make Arabian Nights entirely your own.

Private experiences include exclusive use of the Roving Larder venue, chef-led cooking, a three-course shared meal,

welcome drinks and wine.

We can tailor the timing, event style and

finer details to suit your group.

This menu is particularly well suited to:

Corporate team building
Milestone birthdays
Hens celebrations
Family occasions
Reunions
Friendship groups
Private social events

The shared nature of the menu encourages guests to work together, pass dishes around the table and

enjoy the meal in a relaxed, convivial way.

PLAN YOUR PRIVATE EVENT

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Do I need cooking experience?

No. The class suits beginners and confident home cooks,

with step-by-step chef guidance throughout.

Is it fully hands-on?

Yes. Every guest takes part, with tasks shared across the group.

Is wine included?

Yes. Public Cook & Dine classes include a welcome drink

and wine with your meal,

with non-alcoholic options available.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated?

Many can be, with advance notice. As sesame, pistachios and gluten are central to this menu, some guests may need modified dishes or

an alternative menu.

Can I book privately?

Yes. Private sessions are available for corporate groups and celebrations, subject to minimum group or spend requirements.

How long does it run?

Approximately three hours: around two hours of cooking

followed by relaxed dining.

What should I wear?

Comfortable clothing and enclosed, flat shoes. Aprons are provided.

Is parking available?

Yes. Free parking is available at the Barracks Precinct car park

via Bluefish Road.

Can I attend alone?

Absolutely. Public classes are social and welcoming to solo guests.

Can the menu change?

Minor seasonal or supplier-led changes may apply.

WHY GUESTS LOVE IT

Arabian Nights is colourful, aromatic and deeply social.

The menu fills the kitchen with the fragrance of toasted spices, saffron and rosewater,

creating an atmosphere that feels special from the moment the cooking begins.

The preparation is naturally collaborative. Guests blend, stir, season, layer and garnish, giving everyone an opportunity to participate.

The slow-cooked tagine brings warmth and generosity to the table, while the crisp baklava creates an indulgent and memorable finale.

It is more than a Moroccan-inspired cooking class. It is a fragrant feast, made and shared together.

READY TO COOK, DINE AND CONNECT?

Join us in our heritage kitchen at North Head, Manly, and discover the warmth, fragrance and generosity of a feast made for sharing.

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