WHAT YOU'LL COOK
Entrée — Frisée Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
Crisp frisée leaves tossed with pickled shallots and a bright Dijon and lemon vinaigrette.
Fresh, sharp and beautifully balanced, this classic French salad provides a light opening to the menu.
Main — Seared Scallops with Beurre Blanc
Golden seared scallops served with a glossy white wine and butter sauce, accompanied by silky Paris-style potato purée.
The dish brings together several essential French techniques: careful seafood cookery, reduction, emulsification and precise seasoning.
Dessert — Chocolate Fondant with Crème Anglaise
A warm chocolate fondant with a rich molten centre, served with smooth vanilla crème anglaise and seasonal berries.
Elegant, indulgent and deeply satisfying, it is the kind of dessert that always creates a moment when it reaches the table.
Menus may change slightly according to the seasons and the availability of premium produce.
THE EXPERIENCE
From the first whisk of the vinaigrette to the final chocolate fondant reveal, your chef will guide you through every stage.
You’ll learn how to:
- Prepare and sear scallops until golden
- Build and emulsify a smooth beurre blanc
- Make silky potato purée
- Balance a classic Dijon vinaigrette
- Prepare vanilla crème anglaise
- Bake chocolate fondants with molten centres
- Coordinate and plate each course with confidence
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 French menu
- All ingredients and specialist equipment
- Welcome drink on arrival
- Wine served with your meal
- Non-alcoholic beverage options
- Aprons for use during the class
- Printed or 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.
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.
Public class price
From $199 per person, including welcome drinks and wine
PERFECT FOR
- Corporate team events
- Birthdays and milestone celebrations
- Friendship groups
- Family gatherings
- Couples
- Food lovers
- Visitors looking for a memorable Manly experience
- Anyone wanting to build confidence with classic French techniques
DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
This menu contains seafood, dairy, eggs and gluten.
A seafood-free or vegetarian variation requires an alternative main course and must be arranged in advance.
Gluten-free variations may be possible with suitable substitutions to selected components. Nut-free requirements can generally be accommodated, subject to the ingredients used on the day.
Dairy-free and vegan adaptations are not recommended for this particular menu because butter, cream, eggs and chocolate are central to several of the core techniques and dishes.
Please provide complete details of all allergies, intolerances and dietary preferences when booking or enquiring.
Because our kitchen regularly handles seafood, flour, eggs, dairy, nuts and other allergens, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.
PUBLIC CLASSES
Join one of our scheduled With Love from Paris classes and cook alongside other food lovers in a relaxed and welcoming setting.
PRIVATE COOK & DINE EXPERIENCES
Make With Love from Paris entirely your own.
We can tailor the timing, style and finer details of the event to suit your group.
This menu is particularly well suited to:
- Corporate team building
- Executive and client entertaining
- Milestone birthdays
- Anniversaries
- Hens celebrations
- Family occasions
- Reunions
- Private social groups
The refined menu creates a sense of occasion while the hands-on format keeps the experience warm, collaborative and relaxed.
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 1 glass of wine with your meal, with non-alcoholic options available.
Can dietary requirements be accommodated?
Many can be, with advance notice. As seafood, dairy and eggs are central to this menu, some guests may need an alternative dish or 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
With Love from Paris combines the polish of a beautiful restaurant meal with the enjoyment of making it together.
The menu offers enough technique to feel rewarding, while remaining approachable for guests with different levels of cooking experience.
Scallops, beurre blanc and chocolate fondant create a sense of indulgence, but the shared preparation keeps the atmosphere relaxed and social.
It is an experience that encourages conversation, collaboration and a genuine sense of achievement.
The result is more than a French cooking class. It is an occasion built around the pleasure of creating and sharing something beautiful.
READY TO COOK, DINE AND CONNECT?
Join us in our heritage kitchen at North Head, Manly, and discover the pleasure of classic French cooking shared around the table.
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