UWA Extension

Learn the secrets of cooking Italian food whilst learning Italian. Make polpette, pasta and tiramisu in this hands-on class and explore the history, ingredients and cooking techniques of Italian cuisine. So come and ... Mangia! (Eat!) Bevi! (Drink!) & Divertiti! (Enjoy yourself!) This course is a 2 1/2 hour workshop of learning how to cook Italian food whilst speaking Italian and English. Each workshop will be focus on one recipe – for polpette (meatballs), tiraumisu and pasta. [More]

If you love cheesecakes you’ll love this course. In a two-hour demonstration learn how to make your own ricotta, cream cheese, quark, mascarpone and sour cream – allowing for endless cheesecake creations. You will enjoy plenty of tastings, including some delicious cheesecake recipes, learn variations including lactose free options, and take home your own comprehensive ‘From Cheese to Cheesecakes’ home cheese making booklet. This course is a must for anyone who cooks with these dairy... [More]

Sergio Arias, a tapas and paella chef from southern Spain, will explain the different types of tapas – all perfect for entertaining. Students will learn all the required techniques, participate in the cooking (and eating), and enjoy a glass of Spanish wine or beer. Learn how to make some of Spain’s most popular tapas dishes. Discover the history of tapas and where to buy the best ingredients locally. THINGS TO KNOW This class is held outside in the rose garden at UWA Claremont. Look... [More]

Indulge and learn to create beautifully presented cakes like a professional at this introduction to cake decorating with ganache and fondant for the complete novice. During this demonstration class you will learn invaluable decorating techniques and skills to help you create your own delectable cakes. Watch a demonstration on the fundamentals of cake decorating. See the correct techniques and tools to complete a perfect result. OUTLINE Leveling and preparing your cake Covering your ... [More]

What do handbags, high heels and lipstick have in common? They can all be used to decorate a cupcake. Come and learn the art of creating beautifully presented cupcakes like a professional, with butter cream and fondant icing. No previous baking or decorating skills required. During this hands-on class you will acquire invaluable decorating skills and get to take home your 6 beautiful cupcakes. Create your own decorated cupcakes and learn the fundamentals of cupcake decorating. See t... [More]

There’s nothing like taking a home-made camembert to a dinner party or preparing gorgeous desserts with your own preservative-free cheeses. In this fun hands-on workshop with The Cheese Maker you will learn how to make wonderful gourmet cheeses: camembert, blue camembert and other variations, cream cheese, quark and mascarpone. Tastings, lunch, morning and afternoon tea are provided. You will be surprised and delighted at how simple, easy and cost effective it is to make each of the... [More]

Learn how olives grow and are transformed into extra virgin olive oil. Join popular olive and oil specialist Stan Kailis and the Ganz family at their olive orchard in Carabooda. Walk through the olive groves, discover different varieties and learn which are the best for olive oil production. See how olive oil is made and experience a variety of aromas and flavours as well as learning the nutritional and health benefits of olive oil. OUTLINE Learn how to taste olive oils and pointers... [More]

Join popular olive specialist Stan Kailis to learn about the enigmatic olive tree in mythology and history as well as its place in horticulture and humanity. Learn how to grow olives, which varieties to plant and how to get the best out of your fruit. Each participant will take home a table olive tree to plant in the garden or a pot. Your olive questions will be answered, from propagation techniques to table olive preparation, and publications will be available to browse. Plus you w... [More]

This is an online course. To find out how our online courses work, please click here. Have you ever wished you had a personal chef preparing luscious, low-fat meals for you? This course is the next best thing! You’ll learn how to ferret out fat in recipes, and discover how to reduce fat without sacrificing flavor or texture. Explore how to use flavor profiling to expand your culinary horizons. Learn how to prepare casseroles, crock-pot dishes, vegan dishes, oven-fried foods, meat-ba... [More]

Sergio Arias, a paella chef from southern Spain, will teach you techniques to create a culinary masterpiece. Learn how to make one of Spain’s most popular dishes. Discover the history of the paella and where to buy the best ingredients locally. Enjoy a glass of Spanish wine or beer in this fun and enjoyable demonstration class for those with a passion for cooking. THINGS TO KNOW This class is held outside in the rose garden at UWA Claremont. Look for the signs. You may want to bring... [More]