UWA Extension

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. Sergio, a paella chef from southern Spain, will also explain the different types – all perfect for entertaining! Students will learn all the required techniques, participate in the cooking (and eating), and enjoy a glass of Spanish wine. A fun and enjoyable class for those with a passion for cooking. Students will be shown how to prepare the ingredi... [More]

In affluent societies like Australia we have a seemingly endless array of food choices, yet we increasingly experience dilemmas over those choices. The recent outcry over the treatment of cattle in Indonesian abattoirs caused some Australians to reconsider their own meat eating. This and other challenges related to food production and consumption affect all of us, and the course will address them. There are contentious issues, both local and global, about current and future food sup... [More]

Cool down from the summer heat and sample a range of sparkling wines in the Lounge Bar, upstairs at the beautiful University Club, UWA. Platters of nibbles will be provided to complement the bubbles, and Paul will take you through his selection. THINGS TO KNOW This will be held at the University Club. There is paid parking available till 5pm, after which, parking is free. However, if you are planning on consuming all the wine provided, please ensure that you have organised a lift or... [More]

In this demonstration and hands-on cooking class, you will learn how to make delicious and traditional Middle Eastern food from local fresh ingredients. Enjoy lunch made from the day’s creations while sharing stories and food together. Carol will share a lot of her cultural background with the students, and this will be a hands-on experience where everyone attending will have a preparation task. The dishes you will learn how to make are hummus, baba ghanoush, falafel, tabouleh, and ... [More]

Learn to make this special occasion cake for Easter with Chef Emmanuel (as seen on ‘Poh’s Kitchen’). You will spend the day with this delightful chef, picking up techniques for choux and puff pastry and working with caramel. The Saint Honoré cake is a traditional French cake named for Saint Honoré, the patron saint of pastry bakers. It consists of a base of pâté brisée topped with a ring of cream puffs that are dipped in a caramel coating prior to being positioned on the base. This ... [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]

Learn how to create your own delicious and nutritious gluten-free wholegrain sourdough. Enjoy this taste, talk and demonstration class based on the use of organic and local ingredients (wherever possible). Each participant will take home a copy of Yoke’s new book ‘Sourdough - from pastries to gluten free wholegrain breads’ and a gluten-free ‘wildsourdough’ starter, to kick start your bread-making journey at home. No additives, gums, starches or preservatives are used in any of Yoke’... [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]

Come and have fun learning the rustic art of home cheese making with The Cheese Maker. This hands-on workshop will teach you how to make delicious classic cheeses: fetta, ricotta, baked ricotta, paneer, yoghurt and yoghurt cheese; plus variations. Enjoy making preservative-free yoghurts and cheeses and delight in the beautiful gifts and treats you can create. Tastings, lunch, and morning and afternoon tea are provided. Imagine gifting your own beautifully prepared marinated fettas, ... [More]

Learn the answers to all your questions about olive oil compared to other common edible oils, salad oils, specialty oils and hard fats in relation to usage, health and the Mediterranean diet. Discover the process of making extra virgin and cold pressed olive oil and its use in the preparation of hot and cold dishes and the Mediterranean diet. Enjoy olive oil tasting and sampling a simple typical food prepared with olive oil. THINGS TO KNOW Notes will be provided. Feel free to bring ... [More]