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Hands-On Traditional Gnocchi Making Masterclass

sam-shaw — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:44:36 +0000

Hands-On Traditional Gnocchi Making Masterclass

Join a hands-on gnocchi cooking class at Henry and the Fox in Melbourne. Learn to make traditional potato gnocchi from scratch and enjoy the dish you create with wine and cannoli.

Gnocchi Cooking Class Melbourne

Learn to Make Traditional Potato Gnocchi From Scratch

At Henry and the Fox, we’re obsessed with food. Great ingredients, thoughtful technique and the joy of sharing a meal are at the heart of everything we do — and this hands-on gnocchi masterclass in Melbourne is no exception.

Join our chefs for a relaxed and interactive cooking experience where you’ll learn how to make traditional potato gnocchi from scratch. Working in pairs at your own station, you’ll discover the techniques that transform simple ingredients into the soft, pillowy dumplings that have made gnocchi a staple of Northern Italian kitchens.

During the class, our chefs will guide you through selecting the right floury potatoes, roasting them to control moisture, and gently forming the dough so the gnocchi stay light and delicate.

You’ll then shape, cook and finish your handmade gnocchi with a rich creamy sundried tomato pesto sauce, topped with pangrattato – Italy’s famous toasted breadcrumb garnish that adds crunch and depth of flavour.

Once the cooking is complete, sit back and enjoy the dish you’ve created together with a glass of wine or Prosecco, finishing the experience with a chocolate cannoli dessert.

Perfect for couples, friends or family members cooking together, this class is designed to be fun, relaxed and full of practical techniques you can recreate at home.

Learn to Make Potato Gnocchi Like a Pro!

Saturday May 9th 2pm – 5pm

$109 per person + booking fees

This class is designed for participants to cook in pairs at each station. Groups of three can be accommodated where required.

Who This Class Is Perfect For

This Melbourne cooking class is ideal for:

• Couples looking for a unique date experience
• Friends wanting a fun food experience
• Anyone who loves Italian food
• Home cooks wanting to learn authentic techniques

Whether you’re new to cooking or already confident in the kitchen, this class is designed to be accessible, engaging and rewarding.

What You’ll Learn & Experience

Make Traditional Potato Gnocchi

Learn how to transform simple ingredients into delicate handmade gnocchi using traditional Italian techniques.

Potato Selection & Preparation

Understand why floury potatoes matter, how roasting controls moisture and how professional kitchens prepare gnocchi dough.

Dough Handling & Shaping

Master the gentle techniques required to keep gnocchi light, soft and perfectly textured.

Make Sundried Tomato Pesto

Prepare a vibrant pesto using mortar and pestle, building depth of flavour through simple ingredients.

Pangrattato Finishing

Learn to create pangrattato — toasted breadcrumbs with lemon and garlic — the classic Italian garnish that adds texture and balance.

Cook & Plate Your Dish

Cook your gnocchi and finish it in a creamy pesto sauce with spinach and olives before sitting down to enjoy your creation.

What You Get

• A 2+ hour hands-on gnocchi making masterclass
• Your own cooking station working in pairs
• Chef guidance on potato selection, roasting and dough techniques
• Hands-on gnocchi shaping and cooking
• Learn to make sundried tomato pesto using mortar and pestle
• Prepare pangrattato (toasted breadcrumbs with lemon and garlic)
• Glass of wine or Prosecco
• Enjoy the gnocchi dish you have prepared
• Chocolate cannoli dessert
• Practical cooking skills you can recreate at home

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Dietary Information

Please note that this class includes gluten, dairy, eggs and nuts as part of the standard recipe and cooking process.

Due to the hands-on nature of the class and shared preparation of ingredients, dietary substitutions may be limited.

If you have allergies or dietary requirements, please contact us prior to booking and we will do our best to advise whether the class is suitable.

Unfortunately we may not be able to accommodate strict gluten-free or vegan requirements for this class.

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Cure, Poach, Whisk & Serve: Hands On Brunch Making

sam-shaw — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 01:20:10 +0000

Cure, Poach, Whisk & Serve: Hands On Brunch Making

Join a hands-on brunch cooking class in Melbourne and learn to make perfect poached eggs, hollandaise sauce, cured salmon and latte art at Henry and the Fox.

Brunch Masterclass Melbourne

Learn the Art of the Perfect Breakfast at Henry and the Fox

There’s an art to great brunch — and it starts with technique.

Join us at Henry and the Fox in Melbourne CBD for a 2.5-hour interactive brunch cooking masterclass where you’ll learn the foundations behind some of the most iconic breakfast dishes. From perfectly poached eggs and silky hollandaise to beautifully cured kingfish and professional latte art techniques, this hands-on class will give you the skills to elevate your brunch game with confidence.

Designed for food lovers, curious home cooks and anyone who appreciates a great café breakfast, this Melbourne cooking class combines practical kitchen skills with a relaxed, social dining experience.

Upon arrival, enjoy a complimentary glass of Lucia Prosecco before stepping into the kitchen to begin your guided exploration of classic breakfast techniques.

Hands On Brunch Making with Henry and the Fox

Saturday May 9th 10am – 12:30pm

Cure, Poach, Whisk, Serve & Enjoy Together

$99pp + booking fees

A Perfect Pre-Mother’s Day Experience

As it happens, Mother’s Day falls the following day, making this a perfect opportunity to spend time together before Sunday celebrations begin.

While the class includes a small take-home gift for Mum, this experience is not exclusively for mothers. It’s simply a relaxed and elegant Saturday brunch experience designed for anyone who enjoys great food and learning new skills.

What You’ll Learn

Poach the Perfect Egg

Master the art of poaching eggs with expert guidance from our chefs. Learn about egg freshness, water temperature, timing and plating to consistently achieve café-quality results.

Make the Perfect Hollandaise

Discover the technique behind one of the most iconic breakfast sauces. Our chefs will guide you through the fundamentals of emulsification while teaching you how to troubleshoot and perfect this classic sauce.

Gin & Beetroot Cured Kingfish Demonstration

Learn the fundamentals of fish curing including flavour balance, curing times and slicing techniques as our chefs demonstrate how to create beautifully cured kingfish.

Build Your Own Brunch Plate

After learning the techniques, assemble your own brunch plate from our breakfast sides station and enjoy the dish you’ve created in the Henry and the Fox dining room.

Latte Art Fundamentals

Watch our bar team demonstrate how professional baristas texture milk and pour classic latte art patterns while learning about coffee temperature and technique.

What’s Included

Your Melbourne brunch cooking experience includes:

2.5-hour interactive cooking masterclass
A glass of Lucia Prosecco on arrival
Hands-on egg poaching and hollandaise cooking station
Chef-led kingfish curing demonstration
Full plated brunch experience featuring your creation
Pastry and sweets grazing station
Latte art fundamentals demonstration
A small take-home gift for Mum (Mother’s Day is the following day)

Cooking Stations & Class Format

Guests cook in private groups of up to three people per station to ensure a relaxed and personal experience.

Maximum of 3 guests per cooking station
We do not combine separate bookings
Groups of four or more will be allocated multiple stations

Class sizes are intentionally limited to allow our chefs to provide personal guidance and hands-on support throughout the experience.

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