Master the art of risotto at Henry and the Fox with a hands-on cooking class focused on technique, flavour and beautiful seasonal ingredients.
Learn how to build a rich prawn stock, work with Carnaroli rice, and create a silky saffron risotto with depth, balance and confidence.
Perfect for food lovers, home cooks, date nights, team building or anyone who wants to sharpen their skills in the kitchen.
Saturdays:
20th June 2026
22nd August 2026
24th October 2026
11am – 2pm
$99 per person + booking fees
This Melbourne cooking class is ideal for:
Food lovers wanting to learn a new skill
Home cooks looking to improve their technique
Couples looking for a fun date night experience
Friends wanting something different to do in Melbourne
Corporate groups and team building events
Anyone who loves Italian food, seafood and hands-on cooking
Whether you’re new to cooking or already confident in the kitchen, this class is designed to be accessible, engaging and rewarding.
This masterclass takes you through the essential elements of great risotto.
You’ll begin by learning how to build flavour from the base, using prawn shells and aromatics to create a rich, seafood stock. From there, you’ll explore the role of Carnaroli rice, why it’s prized for risotto, and how to manage heat, liquid and stirring to achieve the perfect creamy texture without overworking the rice.
Saffron brings colour, aroma and elegance to the dish, while prawns add sweetness and depth. The result is a beautiful, balanced risotto that celebrates simple ingredients and propertechnique.
Whether you’re new to risotto or looking to refine your skills, this class is practical, approachable and full of useful tips you can take back into your own kitchen.
In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll learn how to:
