29 Nov 2025
11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Mozzarella Making (Cut Hill Distillery)
Cut Hill Distillery
Looking for the best cooking classes near Adelaide that feel like a food lover’s day out, not a classroom? Fleurieu Food and Wine offers hands on culinary experiences just over an hour from the city in some of the most picturesque locations in regional South Australia. Our award winning classes are relaxed, fun, delicious and hosted at stunning venues including Bungala House and Lot 50 in Yankalilla, Cut Hill Distillery in Hindmarsh Valley and Chapel Hill in McLaren Vale.
Whether you love pasta, cheese, steak, sausage making or global flavours, our cooking experiences combine local produce, great company and regional charm to create unforgettable foodie adventures on the Fleurieu Peninsula.
Most cooking schools are located in city venues. Our experiences are different.
A cooking class with us is not just something you do. It becomes a story you share.
Most guests drive from Adelaide in around one hour to one hour and fifteen minutes depending on the venue. Parking is available at all locations.
Each experience is hands on, guided step by step, and suitable for all skill levels.
Mozzarella Making at Cut Hill Distillery: Learn to turn milk into fresh mozzarella and enjoy the rustic charm of a distillery setting in the Hindmarsh Valley hills.
Pasta Like Nonna Makes at Lot 50: Hand shaped pasta, rolling techniques and classic sauces in a country style venue surrounded by the landscape of Yankalilla.
Gnocchi Making Masterclass: Soft pillowy gnocchi made from scratch plus sauces and tips for perfect results every time.
Gluten Free Pasta Workshop: A rare class that teaches gluten free pasta that tastes incredible without compromising texture.
Sausage Making Masterclass and Lunch at Bungala House: Create gourmet sausages with premium meats and spices then enjoy a shared long table lunch in a historic manor.
Hibachi Steak Masterclass: Flame cooking, premium cuts and flavour building on hibachi grills in a beautiful garden setting.
Spice Up Your Life: A global flavour fusion class celebrating spice balance, aroma and hands on cooking.
Your class may be held at one of the following signature locations:
Historic manor with elegant gardens and a warm country atmosphere. Perfect for long table style cooking events and immersive food experiences.
Cut Hill Wall Distillery, Hindmarsh Valley
A character filled distillery surrounded by rolling hills and countryside views. A beautiful setting for cheese making and flavour focused workshops.
Rustic, relaxed and set amongst open farmland. Ideal for pasta making, regional cooking classes and hands on demonstrations.
Chapel Hill Winery, McLaren Vale
A hilltop winery with panoramic vineyard views and a contemporary tasting room. A stunning environment for gnocchi making and premium culinary workshops.
Milang Lakeside Butter Factory, Milang
A beautifully restored heritage building on the edge of Lake Alexandrina. Full of charm, history and character, perfect for spice classes and regional food experiences.
Each venue brings its own atmosphere, story and sense of place, showcasing the beauty and diversity of the Fleurieu Peninsula and surrounding regions.
Private and tailored group sessions are also available.
Yes. Selected venues offer:
Guests often turn their class into a relaxed afternoon out.
We regularly welcome guests who are:
Simply let us know at booking so we can prepare accordingly.
Yes. Private experiences are available for:
Tell us your group size, preferred date and style of class and we will tailor an experience.
Most sessions run between two and a half to three and a half hours depending on the style of class.
Yes. No experience is needed. Our instructors guide every step. But also suits those with more advanced skills learning something new. With a wealth of experience in learning styles our presenters can adapt to each individual.
Yes. Many classes include take home creations, recipe books and new skills to use at home.
Some classes welcome older teens. Adult classes are the default. Ask us if unsure.
Just comfortable shoes and an appetite for learning. Everything else is supplied. If a class has additional requirements we will advise you via email prior to the day.
Yes. Guests often continue on to beaches, wineries, galleries and coastal drives. It is a lovely place to spend a weekend or a few days.
Yes. Cooking class gift vouchers are available and popular for Christmas, birthdays and anniversaries. Click Here
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