A Christmas Gift Guide for a Foodie

Christmas is just around the corner, which means that our festive shopping ventures have only just begun. But what happens if you have a loved one who adores food, cooking and baking and you’re struggling for gift ideas? While it might be tempting to cut your losses and buy them the obligatory pair of socks instead, take a look at a few of our Christmas gift ideas for the foodie in your life. From cooking classes and vouchers to professional knives and expertly-written cookbooks, here’s the ultimate Christmas gift guide for a foodie:

First-class professional cooking courses in London

Asian cooking courses in London make for the perfect Christmas gift. With such a wide range of different cuisines to choose from, you’re guaranteed to find a cooking class in London from us here at School of Wok that will seamlessly suit your foodie friend or family member who considers themselves to be a cooking connoisseur. Take a look at our wide selection of Asian cooking classes in London below:

Asian cuisine

Go travelling with your tastebuds and learn how to cook a variety of speciality Asian dishes and meals by attending one of our Asian cooking classes in London, transporting you through smoky street stalls, tropical foliage and idyllic islands.

Chinese cuisine

Explore the flavours and spices from the far east by embarking on our Chinese cooking classes. Whether you’re looking to perfect the ultimate fakeway or want to create an authentic Chinese dish to impress your dinner guests on a Saturday night, embark on our Chinese cooking classes in London.

Indian cuisine

Our Indian cooking classes in London is the perfect activity for a foodie looking to broaden their culinary repertoire. From simple-yet-delicious side dishes to authentic, delectable main courses, you’ll be taught everything you need to know about Indian cuisine with School of Wok.

Indonesian cuisine

Get a taste of a life lived in an oasis with our Indonesian cooking classes in London. With full-day courses available that delve deeper into the diverse range of Indonesian cuisine, you’ll learn all of the skills necessary to master Indonesian delicacies with the School of Wok.

Japanese cuisine

Broaden your palate with our Japanese cooking classes in London. From savoury, sweet, salty and aromatic flavours and scents, you’ll be introduced to some of your home comforts, as well as give you some brand new recipes to add to your every-growing repertoire.

Korean cuisine

Embrace different textures, flavours and scents with Korean cooking classes in London from School of Wok. From delicious street food to delectable delicacies, you’ll be given the knowledge and expertise needed to pull off professional Korean-style dishes.

Malaysian cuisine

A mixture of cuisines ranging from Malay to Indian, all of these dishes have been combined to produce food that packs a punch. From quick salads to slow-cooked dishes, you’ll be taught everything there is to know about Malaysian cuisine with our Malaysian cooking classes in London from School of Wok.

Vietnamese cuisine

Evoking a rich array of textures, tastes, flavours and aromas, uncover the true vibrancy and history of Vietnamese cuisine with our Vietnamese cooking classes in London from us here at School of Wok.

Thai cuisine

From fresh and fragrant to rich and creamy, Thai cuisine has an impressive range of dishes and meals that you can master in the comfort of your own kitchen, all made possible with the Thai cooking classes in London that School of Wok has to offer.

Seafood cooking classes

Our fish and seafood cookery courses in London are expertly designed to make cooking this protein as easy and as delightfully as possible, using multiple flavours and spices to give it that extra kick. From cooking fish to learning skills such as filleting, de-boning and de-shelling seafood, you’ll have nothing to lose and everything to gain by choosing School of Wok for seafood cooking classes in London.

Vegetarian cooking classes

Reimagining popular Asian food with a vegetarian spin on some of the most iconic dishes and meals, our vegetarian cooking classes in London will give you the skills and expertise needed to master the art of injecting regular vegetables with irresistible flavours and aromas. From learning how to prepare vegetables to being taught the different cooking methods, vegetarian cooking classes in London from School of Wok are perfect for the ultimate foodie in your life.

Dim Sum classes

Our Dim Sum cooking classes in London will show you the basics of these small, staple Asian dishes. From making your own beautiful basket of Dim Sum to showing you which ingredients and flavours work well together, create your own Dim Sum with School of Wok if you’re looking for the most authentic results every single time.

Guest chef classes

With hands-on guest chef cooking classes in London, each one varying in cuisines and culinary skills, you’ll learn everything there is to know from the professionals in the field. They will impart their knowledge and guidance, giving you advice along the way. From preparing food to cooking it and then presenting it with a meticulous spin at the end, it will leave your dinner guests with restaurant-quality meals and presentation.

Online cooking classes

Perfect for those who don’t live in the London vicinity, our online cooking classes in London can be attended by almost anyone who is looking to elevate their cooking skills in Asian cuisine. Simply choose a date and time that works for you and we’ll meet you there.

Sushi-making classes

An art that everyone would love to master, our sushi-making classes in London will show you, with expert precision and care, exactly how to create the perfect, most beautifully-presented and delicious sushi. This is all possible when you choose School of Wok for sushi-making cooking classes in London.

Cooking class gift vouchers for those who ‘have everything’

If you’re not sure about which cooking class to send your foodie loved one on, it might be easier, and safer, to gift them a voucher instead. This way, they’ll be able to choose which cooking course they go on, making it the gift that keeps on giving. We have a range of different cooking class gift vouchers in London on offer for you to choose from, from 3-hour classes and full-day courses to family days out and vouchers varying in monetary value (either £25 or £50), you’ll find exactly what you need for the foodie in your life this Christmas. The gift vouchers in London we have available here at School of Wok this Christmas are as follows:

Any 3-hour cooking class gift voucher - choose which culinary venture you’d like to embark on, with the ingredients, lunch, a shared meal, wine and leftovers included as part of the package
Any full-day cooking course - the ultimate experience for any foodie, it lasts for the entire day and is delivered by professional chefs. With a range of additions included in the price, this is the perfect gift for those looking to elevate their cooking skills by attending a cookery course in London
Family Bubble private class - a private family cooking class lasting 3 hours, it’s ideal if you’re looking to hire out the entire school to experience a one-of-a-kind culinary experience with the entire family
£25 voucher - a monetary voucher that can be used towards a cooking class in London or something from our online shop, this is ideal for those who are kitting out their kitchen or are looking for quality items and utensils to cook with
£50 voucher - a versatile gift card giving the receiver the option and the freedom to spend it on whatever they’d like. Much like the £25 gift card, it can be used towards one of our cookery courses in London or in our online shop

Gift hampers for the hard-to-buy for

Gift hampers from us here at School of Wok are the perfect present for a foodie. With a combination of items, each needed to create the most authentic Asian dishes at home, our gift hampers will contain everything you need to make sure your foodie loved one can master their culinary skills in the comfort of their own kitchen. You can choose between a cleaver and wok hamper or a School of Wok pre-seasoned wok set.

Stunning pots & pans for everyday use

Everyone needs a quality set of pots and pans, which is what makes them the ultimate gift for the foodie in your life. While they might have a set of pots and pans already, the ranges from School of Wok are high-quality and are guaranteed to stand the test of time. As well as this, they look the part, therefore making their kitchen look like that of a professional in the field. Take a look at our complete range of pots and pans if you’re looking for the most ideal gift for a foodie this Christmas.

Specialist carbon steel woks to perfect their Asian cooking skills

Carbon steel woks are ideal for getting authentic results at home when it comes to cooking up Asian dishes and meals. From traditional stir-frys to creamy curries, there’s nothing that a good, high-quality wok can’t do. If your foodie loved one is looking for a wok made to an exceptional standard and that will help them to do the work of a professional, then choose a carbon steel wok from us here at School of Wok.

Cookbooks for those seeking new flavours & aromas

Cookbooks make for the ultimate Christmas gift when you have a foodie in your life. Not only are they filled with a wide range of recipes that aren’t already in their repertoire, but it also comes with a wealth of advice and guidance from the experts. Essentially, it’s an invaluable tool for those looking to elevate their culinary skills in the comfort of their own kitchen. The cookbooks we have available here at School of Wok are as follows:

Professional kitchen knives to elevate precision in the kitchen

Having a variety of kitchen knives at your disposal at home will make all the difference, more so because each food type can be prepared, sliced and chopped accordingly. From ultra-thin slices of meat for sushi-making to filleting proteins, such as fish and poultry, you need to have the right knife at hand to get the job done to a professional standard. Most foodies will have a dream to own a selection of professional kitchen knives, so why not gift them one or more knives that they might be missing in their collection? We have a wide range of kitchen knives and accessories to choose from here at School of Wok, including:

A variety of cleavers
Filleting knives
A manual knife sharpener
An electric knife sharpener

A variety of durable, aesthetically-pleasing kitchen utensils

Kitchen utensils are underrated tools. Without them, you’ll find that you can actually do very little in the kitchen. Whether your foodie loved one has just moved into their home or are simply looking for beautifully-made, quality replacements for utensils they already have, School of Wok has a wide range of different kitchen utensils available for you to choose from for the foodie in your life this Christmas. Some of the kitchen utensils we have on offer are as follows:

Bamboo utensils sets that include spoons, spatulas and tongs
Wok lids
Bamboo steamers
Authentic chopsticks
Chopping blocks
Wok rings
Mixing bowl sets
Serving bowl sets
Oven gloves
Fine graters for citrus fruits, herbs and spices
Bird Nest wok strainers
Silicone steam mats
School of Wok dabbas for Asian spices
Foldable trivets
Silicone strainers
Silicone spatulas
Silicone-tipped tongs
Stainless steel wok ladles
Stainless steel wok spatulas
Stainless steel deep roasters
Stainless steel deep roaster racks
Stainless steel footed colanders
Stainless steel whisks
Stainless steel sieves
Rice steamers
Vegetable steamers
Wok clocks
Digital scales
Wooden lemon reamers
Pan protectors
Swiss roll trays
Aprons
Tea towels

School of Wok is a highly-specialist cookery school in London, offering unrivalled cooking classes and quality kitchen tools that will stand the test of time. No matter what you need, we will be able to meet your every cooking requirement and exceed your expectations. If you’d like further information about what we can offer this Christmas, whether it be a gift or for yourself, get in touch with a member of our friendly, knowledgeable team today - give us a call on 0736 526 6695 or email us via [email protected].