Our Modern & Supportive Learning Environment
The teaching team at Edinburgh Food and Drink Academy is composed of knowledgeable chefs holding a range of specialties.
Whether you are joining us for a few hours or a few months, we want you to feel welcome and included in our spaces.
Our Professional Courses
Our recently modernised Professional Culinary Courses foster secure and supportive learning, with passion and connection at the heart of what we do.
Small class sizes
Our class sizes are small, capped at 16 students, with a maximum 1:8 teacher to student ratio. So, you can feel confident that you will be receiving enough attention and personal tutelage to grow to your fullest potential in the kitchen.
Expert chef-teachers
Our expert chef-teachers have all received professional chef qualifications and have a wide array of impressive industry experience and vastly different backgrounds, you can learn more about them here. This allows for the teaching team to be rotated throughout your modules, ensuring you are always learning from the best the industry has to offer.
Professional grade kitchens
The kitchens at Edinburgh Food and Drink Academy are both beautiful and incredibly well equipped. We continually invest in our equipment, having recently installed brand-new Rangemaster ovens across our entire main kitchen and bespoke AV streaming equipment in our dining and demonstration rooms.
Practical & online
You will spend most of your time learning hands-on, preparing, cooking, styling and serving food – however our recent installation of AV equipment has allowed us to take elements of the Professional Courses online. This is in the interest of providing some flexibility to your learning, creating the ability for students to watch important demonstrations as many times as they like. Aiding in revision and enabling a distinct focus on areas you would like to improve upon.
Supportive environment
Our love of teaching the next generation of chefs, food and drink entrepreneurs and beyond is what fuels us at Edinburgh Food and Drink Academy. You can be assured that you will be entering a space where you are valued, considered and championed. Our teachers are always happy to provide the support you need and will answer all of the questions you are bound to have throughout your time with us.
Additional Support
If you have any additional support needs surrounding your learning, please still get in touch. We are happy to discuss potential accommodations and ways we can provide additional support. You can contact us here.
Our Interest Courses
Join us in our relaxed and fun atmosphere to learn and try new cuisines, skills and recipes.
Professional grade kitchen
Our kitchen is of a professional standard, but our interest courses are for complete beginners to confident home cooks. Benefit from our expert knowledge and high-end equipment when joining us for your chosen class.
Expert chef-teachers
Make the most of the teachers – they are often the same people teaching our professional chef students – so ask questions, get recommendations, and take advantage of their experience.
In-person or Online
You can choose between different teaching styles to suit your needs. From hands-on classes, to live demonstrations and educational talks – feel free to explore our class formats to find what suits you best.
Questions about one of our classes?
If you are ever in doubt or want some more information before booking, please reach out.