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SUMMARY:EVENING COOKERY CLUB - GREEK
DESCRIPTION:Before the advent of cheap flights and package holidays\, the most we knew about Greece was its ancient origins\, empire and gods. However\, after a few decades of Greek tavernas and sunshine\, we’ve all grown to love Baklava\, Tzatziki and Kleftiko. Not sure about retsina? We’ll have a good go at making the rest!\nEXPECT RECIPES SUCH AS:\n+ Traditional Greek Favourites: Seasonal Stifado Stew/Lamb Kleftiko/Chicken or Vegetable Souvlaki\, Lemon Roast Potatoes with Honey & Feta\n+ Holiday Favourites: Sesame Pitta\, Tzatziki\, Santorini-Style Tomato Fritters\, Horiatiki (Traditional Greek Salad) \nExact recipes for this class will vary by season. \nSuitable for vegetarian\, vegans and gluten free dietaries. \nFor home cooks who want to explore something new. Our cookery classes are relaxed\, informative and fun and are specially designed by our teaching chefs to give you skills and confidence in the kitchen. \nSo enjoy an alternative night out preparing a delicious\, seasonal selection of dishes which you can eat during strategic breaks or simply take home to enjoy in front of the T.V.! All of our weeknight cookery club sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 per person per evening which includes all your food produce\, and meal to take home and simple refreshments during the class. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements\, conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it is showing no availability the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/evening-cookery-club-greek-6-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T153000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T113048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T130846Z
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SUMMARY:SMART COOKIES COOKERY CLUB
DESCRIPTION:For the slightly more confident 11–17-year-old ‘Smart Cookies’ fed-up with making fairy cakes and wanting to get their teeth stuck into something a little more challenging! These sessions are all about building on from the basics and really developing their culinary skills and confidence – but at their own pace. They’ll have a choice of delicious dishes to make which can be challenging or well within their own comfort zone. And anything they don’t eat\, they can take home!\nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 9.30am-3.30pm \nCOST: £90 per person which includes refreshments throughout the day\, a communal lunch in the Cookery School and recipes to take home. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: These sessions get pretty messy so please ensure your child is dressed appropriately! Either bring your own apron or borrow one of ours. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if your child has any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. Please re-confirm on arrival. All activities will be supervised throughout. \nPARENTS & GUARDIANS: are welcome to book a table and dine in the restaurant for lunch whilst participants are in the cookery school. We recommend a 1.30pm reservation. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW! \nPlease note; if it is showing no availability the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/smart-cookies-cookery-club-4-5/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Children's Cookery Classes,Cookery School
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T113517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T105548Z
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SUMMARY:COME WINE WITH ME - BLIND WINE TASTING
DESCRIPTION:We will provide six fabulous wines from around the world as a blind wine tasting. \nTwo of our in-house wine experts will try and convince you to believe them based on two different wine tasting profiles. But who’s telling the truth and who’s the liar? You have to guess! Who can you trust? Are you ready for the challenge? \nTIMES: 6-8pm \nCOST: £43.50 including fizz on arrival and 6 samples of wine plus some snacks. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \n\n\n\nDINNER: You may like to continue your evening and enjoy dinner in our restaurant following the event. You can book a table here. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW! \n\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/come-wine-with-me-blind-wine-tasting/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wine Tasting,Wine, Beer and Spirit Tastings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T113218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T131022Z
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SUMMARY:PIE & PINT SOCIAL
DESCRIPTION:Relax\, have fun and get those pastry hands ready for our evening of pies and pints. Our cookery school teacher will show you just how easy it is to make home-made hot water pastry\, steamed puds bursting with succulent savoury fillings like Steak & kidney or Ham & leek\, or Chicken & mushroom\, all with lashings of gravy. Accompanied with a couple of jars of St Dominic’s beers to wash it down\, and enough to take home to show off to family\, friends and work colleagues. Come on your own\, or with family or friends. \nEvent suitable for vegetarian and vegan\, not suitable for gluten free. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 for two pints of St Dominic’s beer\, pie masterclass and about as much as you can eat. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/pie-pint-social-3/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Boozy Socials,Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261030T220000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260715T155818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T155818Z
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SUMMARY:MURDER MYSTERY DINNER
DESCRIPTION:The Night Stalkers Journal  \nA journal has been found in the cellars of Blackfriars. It apparently details the chilling account of one man’s hunt for a Vampire. Written many years ago the find has caused a lot of excitement. Kelvin Smith a noted parapsychologist is the guest of honour tonight at a special dinner of paranormal investigators where no doubt the main topic of discussion will be the journal. Should Kelvin be careful of what he says and who he speaks to? What are the causes of the mysterious deaths at Blackfriars? \nWHERE: Banquet Hall \nTIMES: Arrivals 7pm \nCOST: £95 including a drink on arrival\, three sumptuous courses and coffee. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements\, conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/murder-mystery-dinner-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Banquet Hall Dinners,Bespoke Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T113850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T131418Z
UID:10000923-1793439000-1793464200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:DOMESTIC BUTCHERY MASTERCLASS
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered how to perfectly portion a chicken or properly prepare a rack of lamb or pork ribs? We’ll take you through the basics and how to instinctively know where and how to butcher each joint of meat. Learn how to make the most of your meat\, why some joints are better slow-cooked whilst others should be quickly seared.  Enjoy a fun day with like-minded people and learn a new skill for life! Each student will have their own work station\, equipment and ingredients to work with. These courses are designed to be relaxed\, informative and fun.\nEXPECT TECHNIQUES SUCH AS: \n+ Basic Chicken Butchery and Preparation \n+ The Art of Chicken Stock \n+ The Science of Marinating \n+ Barbecue Traditions (Oven-Smoked Pork Ribs\, Brisket\, Short Ribs) \n+ Trimming/Preparing a Rack of Lamb \n+ Intro to Lean:Fat Ratios – The Perfect Burger \nExact recipes for this class will vary by season. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 9.30am to 4.30pm \nCOST: £175 per person which includes refreshments throughout the day\, a communal lunch with wine and coffee in the Cookery School\, your own filleting knife\, apron and recipes to take home. Payment upon booking. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. Otherwise\, just bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements\, conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/domestic-butchery-masterclass-3-3/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekend Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T114034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T131606Z
UID:10000924-1793469600-1793476800@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:WHEY ALE MAN - BANGERS & BEER TASTING
DESCRIPTION:Brewing has long been part of life at Blackfriars. In the 13th-century friary\, the Dominican Friars once crafted their own ales on site\, continuing a tradition of hospitality that endures to this day. \nIn 2024\, we proudly revived this heritage with the launch of our own craft brewery\, St Dominic’s. \nJoin us to explore a guided tasting of five beers from our core range – modern brews inspired by traditional methods\, each with its own distinctive character. \nTo accompany the beers\, our chefs will serve a smoked hot dog in a soft brioche bun\, topped with crispy onions and mustard mayonnaise\, alongside golden fries — a feast worthy of the friary’s long brewing history. \nWhether you’re discovering St Dominic’s for the first time or deepening your appreciation of great beer\, this relaxed and sociable evening is the perfect way to experience brewing at Blackfriars once more. \nTIMES: 6–8pm \nCOST: £43.50 including five sample beers and a smoked hot dog with brioche bun\, crispy onions\, mustard mayonnaise and fries.. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nDINNER: You may like to continue your evening and enjoy dinner in our restaurant following the event. You can book a table here. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/whey-ale-man-bangers-beer-tasting-4/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Beer Tastings,Wine, Beer and Spirit Tastings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261102T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260722T102113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T102113Z
UID:10000992-1793619000-1795615200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:TOUR OF ST DOMINIC'S BREWERY AND LUNCH AT BLACKFRIARS
DESCRIPTION:Discover St Dominic’s micro-brewery\, located within Blackfriars Restaurant\, a Dominican friary in Newcastle dating back to 1239. The brewery is housed in the Chapter House where the friars once gathered for readings\, discussions\, daily tasks and community matters. After King Henry VIII expelled the friars in 1536\, the space became the meeting room for the Bakers and Brewer’s Guild. Blackfriars has proudly revived this tradition\, blending centuries of history with modern craft brewing techniques.\nEnjoy an exclusive tour of St Dominic’s Brewery\, learning about its rich history and the craft brewing process together with a 3-course set lunch in the restaurant\, paired with a flight of our beers and coffee. \nWHERE: Meet in the Parlour Bar \nTIMES: 11.30am\, Mondays & Wednesdays and 10.30am on Saturdays.\nSubject to availability and excluding dates 23 November- 31 December 2026). After buying your ticket(s)\, please email us on info@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk or phone 0191 261 5945 to check our availability. We’ll do our best to book you onto the next available tour though may need 2 or 3 days’ notice. \nCOST: £45 and includes a tour of St Dominic’s Brewery\, learning about its rich history and the craft brewing process together with a 3-course set lunch in the restaurant\, paired with a flight of our beers and coffee.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/tour-of-st-dominics-brewery-and-lunch-at-blackfriars-9/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Beer Tastings,Bespoke Events,Medieval Food & Heritage Tours,Wine, Beer and Spirit Tastings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261102T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260722T102637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T102637Z
UID:10000994-1793619000-1795615200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:HISTORY TOUR OF BLACKFRIARS & LUNCH
DESCRIPTION:Explore the long and turbulent history of Blackfriars\, a 13th-century former Dominican friary from its medieval origins\, right up to the present day.\nDating back to 1239\, Blackfriars lays claim to being the oldest dining room in the UK\, the jewel in Newcastle’s medieval past\, and a stalwart of the local dining scene. \nEnjoy a 45-minute tour of a Grade I Scheduled Ancient Monument together with a 3-course set lunch in the restaurant after the tour with 125ml wine and coffee. \nWHERE: Meet in the Parlour Bar \nThe tour takes place over two floors. Please view our full accessibility information before booking. \nTIMES: 11.30am\, Mondays & Wednesdays (subject to availability and excluding dates 23 Nov-31 December 2026). After buying your ticket(s)\, please email us on info@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk or phone 0191 261 5945 to check our availability. We’ll do our best to book you onto the next available tour though may need 2 or 3 days’ notice. \nCOST: £45.00 and includes a tour of Blackfriars and a 3-course set lunch\, 125ml glass of house wine\, local beer or soft drink and coffee.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/history-tour-of-blackfriars-lunch-9/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medieval Food & Heritage Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T132451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T132451Z
UID:10000925-1793728800-1793739600@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:EVENING COOKERY CLUB - CARIBBEAN
DESCRIPTION:Navigate the exciting and diverse culinary traditions of the Caribbean islands. On this cookery class you will learn how to create a selection of authentic dishes which touch on the distinct flavours and customs of the Caribbean. You will create authentic and well-known classics such as Jerk\, Rice & Peas from Jamaica\, to more elusive heritage recipes from countries such as Cuba\, Puerto Rico\, Haiti and Barbados. You will get a taste for the distinct and unique cultural heritage of each island we visit\, and will create your own feast of enticing food to take home and enjoy. \nEXPECT RECIPES AND TECHNIQUES SUCH AS:\n+ Jamaica: Jerk Bone Chicken\, Rice & Gungo Peas\n+ Haiti: Poul Nana Sos (Haitian Chicken & Pepper Pot)\n+ Puerto Rico: Platanutres (Deep-Fried Plantain Chips)\n+ Cuba: Vegetable Empanadillas & Pineapple Habanero Sauce\n+ Barbadian Rum Punch. \nSuitable for vegetarian and vegans on request. Not suitable for gluten free dietaries. \nFor home cooks who want to explore something new. Our cookery classes are relaxed\, informative and fun and are specially designed by our teaching chefs to give you skills and confidence in the kitchen. \nSo enjoy an alternative night out preparing a delicious\, seasonal selection of dishes which you can eat during strategic breaks or simply take home to enjoy in front of the T.V.! All of our weeknight cookery club sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 per person per evening which includes all your food produce\, and meal to take home and simple refreshments during the class. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it is showing no availability the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/evening-cookery-club-caribbean-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T132631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T132631Z
UID:10000926-1793815200-1793826000@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:EVENING COOKERY CLUB - FRENCH
DESCRIPTION:France remains home to one of the world’s greatest classic cuisines with humble dishes such as French onion soup\, cassoulet\, coq au vin\, confit duck and beef bourguignon rooted in their culinary history. Food really is a way of life in France so come and ensconce yourself in an evening of gallic fancy\, enjoy a few of our own interpretations of some French classics\, and see what all the fuss is all about. \nEXPECT RECIPES LIKE:\n+ Oeufs en Meurette\n+ Salade Savoyarde\n+ Duck with Cherries\n+ Pomme Anna\n+ Puy Lentils\n+ Glazed Carrots\n+ Tarte Tatin au Poire.\nExact recipes for this class will vary by season. \nEvent not suitable for vegetarian\, vegan or gluten free. \nFor home cooks who want to explore something new. Our cookery classes are relaxed\, informative and fun and are specially designed by our teaching chefs to give you skills and confidence in the kitchen. \nSo enjoy an alternative night out preparing a delicious\, seasonal selection of dishes which you can eat during strategic breaks or simply take home to enjoy in front of the T.V.! All of our weeknight cookery club sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 per person per evening which includes all your food produce\, and meal to take home and simple refreshments during the class. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements\, conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it is showing no availability the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/evening-cookery-club-french-4-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204614
CREATED:20260710T132831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T132831Z
UID:10000927-1793872800-1793883600@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:MORNING COOKERY CLUB - CREOLE\, GUMBO & ALL THAT JAZZ
DESCRIPTION:Louisiana is famous for its vibrant jazz music\, spectacular Mardi Gras festival and its unique cuisine. This session will take you on a journey through the cuisine of the American deep south with Creole staples such as Gumbo and Jambalaya.\nEXPECT RECIPES LIKE:\n+ Cajun Spice Mix\n+ Chicken & Prawn Jambalaya\n+ Shrimp & Sausage Gumbo\n+ Dirty Rice\n+ Bananas Foster. \nOur lively morning cookery sessions give you a taste of your chosen subject under the tutelage of our experienced cookery school teacher. The sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. The class has been designed to increase your home cooking skills\, experience and confidence. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 10am-1pm \nCOST: £90 per person per session which includes all your food produce and meal to take home or eat in\, simple refreshments during the class and a glass of wine to enjoy with your food. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/morning-cookery-club-creole-gumbo-all-that-jazz-5/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes,Weekend Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260710T133002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T133002Z
UID:10000928-1793901600-1793912400@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:BAO & BEER
DESCRIPTION:Relax and have fun at our convivial evening of Chinese Bao making. Our cookery school teacher will show you just how easy it is to make home-made soft pillows of steamed buns with succulent savoury fillings and luscious sweet treats. Accompanied with a couple of St Dominic’s beers to wash it down and enough to take home to show off to family\, friends and work colleagues. Come on your own\, with family or friends.\nEvent suitable for vegetarian and vegan\, not suitable for gluten free. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 for three bottles of St Dominic’s beer\, bao masterclass and about as much as you can eat. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/bao-beer-8-6/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Boozy Socials,Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260710T134435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T134435Z
UID:10000929-1793966400-1793970000@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:STREET FOOD EXPRESS - CHINESE BAO MAKING
DESCRIPTION:Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy eating a sandwich on the go? Then why not join us at Blackfriars Cookery School and take part in an express class?\nRelax and have fun at our convivial afternoon of Chinese Bao making. Our cookery school teacher will show you just how easy it is to make home-made soft pillows of steamed buns with succulent savoury fillings and luscious sweet treats. Accompanied with a St Dominic’s beer to wash it down and enough to take home to show off to family\, friends and work colleagues. Come on your own\, with family or friends. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 12 noon-1pm \nCOST: £35 per person which includes all your food produce\, a glass of fizz\, beer or soft drink and the cooked street food dish to either eat in the cookery school or take away. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/street-food-express-chinese-bao-making-4-3/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Street Food Express,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20250719T143017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T195425Z
UID:10000362-1793988000-1793995200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:SMOKE ON WATER- WHISKY TASTING
DESCRIPTION:A cracking smoky whisky is like a cosy fireplace in a dram and a one of our favourite ways to keep out the cold. Our team have rounded up a range of smoky treats\, from the mild and sweet\, with just a gentle nod towards a distant fireside\, to the full-on dragon’s breath peat monsters from Scotland’s fair Isles. Join us in Blackfriars Tasting room where we’ll take you on a journey of peat & smoke. \nWHERE: Tasting Room \nTIMES: 6-8pm \nCOST: £38.50 including a small beer on arrival and 6 samples of the golden nectar plus snacks. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nDINNER: You may like to continue your evening and enjoy dinner in our restaurant following the event. You can book a table here. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW! \nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/smoke-on-water-whisky-tasting-nov-20/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Whisky Tastings,Wine, Beer and Spirit Tastings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261106T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T195114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T195114Z
UID:10000930-1793988000-1793995200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:COCKTAILS & CANAPÉS
DESCRIPTION:Have some fun with a bespoke cocktail masterclass from one of our dedicated mixologists. Learn how to make three amazing cocktails from the experts and then get to drink them afterwards. You’ll enjoy a glass of fizz on arrival together with canapés to soak it all up – what’s not to like?! \nTIMES: 6-8pm \nCOST: £49.50 including a palate-cleansing fizz on arrival and 3 lovely cocktails plus canapés and nibbles. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/cocktails-canapes-5-6/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Boozy Socials,Cookery School
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T195612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T195612Z
UID:10000931-1794043800-1794069000@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:BREAD MAKING FOR BEGINNERS
DESCRIPTION:Proper bread should be made from just flour\, water\, yeast and salt – and nothing else! Our bread-making courses follow this ethos using locally milled stone ground flours to produce wonderfully delicious and nutritious bread. On this course\, you’ll learn the basics of real bread from our master baker\, make up to four different loaves – savoury and sweet – to take home and hopefully never go back to shop-bought bread again! All dough is hand kneaded. These courses are designed to be relaxed\, informative and fun.\nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 9.30am to 4.30pm \nCOST: £175 per person which includes refreshments throughout the day\, a set three course communal lunch (including vegetarian option) with wine in the Cookery School\, your own apron\, breads and recipes to take home. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements\, conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/bread-making-for-beginners-3-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekend Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T195918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T195918Z
UID:10000933-1794074400-1794081600@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:COME WINE WITH ME - THE ART OF FOOD & WINE TASTING
DESCRIPTION:You may already be familiar with classic food pairings like caviar and Champagne\, a char-grilled steak with Argentinian Malbec\, Roquefort cheese with a glass of luscious Sauternes\, or even fish and chips washed down a pint of English bitter.\nIf you want to discover more perfect pairings join us at Blackfriars where our wine expert will take you through a selection of wines accompanied by some samples of food\, explaining the art and science behind the pairings\, giving you the confidence to plan your next meal and impress your friends. \nTIMES: 6-8pm \nCOST: £43.5 including fizz on arrival and 5 samples of wine with matching food samples. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \n\nDINNER: You may like to continue your evening and enjoy dinner in our restaurant following the event. You can book a table here. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. Although dietary requirements and allergies can be catered for\, we cannot guarantee compatible pairings where food samples have been exchanged to meet dietaries. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/come-wine-with-me-the-art-of-food-wine-tasting-3-4/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wine Tasting,Wine, Beer and Spirit Tastings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261107T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T195740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T195740Z
UID:10000932-1794074400-1794085200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:SUSHI & SAKE
DESCRIPTION:Relax and roll on in to our convivial evening of sushi making. Our cookery school teacher will guide you in how to prepare your own delectable sushi\, exploring the core techniques and tricks to forming delicious sushi and exploring today’s exciting variations such as tuna maki\, scallop nigiri and salmon summer roll. Accompanying this will be Japan’s national alcoholic beverage\, brewed from fermented rice – sake! With enough to take home to show off to family\, friends and work colleagues. Come on your own\, with family or friends. \nEvent suitable for gluten free\, vegetarian and vegan. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 for three glasses of Saki\, sushi masterclass and about as much as you can eat. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/sushi-sake-2-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Boozy Socials,Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T200338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T200438Z
UID:10000934-1794333600-1794344400@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:EVENING COOKERY CLUB – VIETNAMESE
DESCRIPTION:Here’s your chance to explore the rich tapestry of flavours that Vietnam has to offer understanding traditions of the cuisine rely on fresh herbs and vegetables\, and complimentary textures. We will learn how to create\, cook and present some of the most famous dishes of Vietnam. From Vietnamese Spring Rolls to Spicy Pork & Noodles\, this session is not to be missed!\nEXPECT RECIPES LIKE:\n+ Beef Pho\n+ Canh Chua\n+ Do Chua Pickled Veg\n+ Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce\n+ Uyen Luu’s Dipping Sauce\n+ Vietnamese Summer Rolls\n+ Vietnamese Style Pork Belly and Salad. \nSuitable for vegetarian and gluten free. Not suitable for vegan. \nFor home cooks who want to explore something new. Our cookery classes are relaxed\, informative and fun and are specially designed by our teaching chefs to give you skills and confidence in the kitchen. \nSo enjoy an alternative night out preparing a delicious\, seasonal selection of dishes which you can eat during strategic breaks or simply take home to enjoy in front of the T.V.! All of our weeknight cookery club sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 per person per evening which includes all your food produce\, and meal to take home and simple refreshments during the class. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/evening-cookery-club-vietnamese-3-5/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T200544Z
UID:10000935-1794420000-1794430800@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:EVENING COOKERY CLUB - JAPANESE
DESCRIPTION:Japanese cuisine offers an exciting variety of seasonal vegetables\, seafood and meats which make some of the world’s most iconic ingredients and dishes. Japanese home-cooking uses minimal intervention and just a handful ingredients\, allowing the produce at hand to speak proudly for itself. On this session\, you will explore some traditional Japanese techniques and staple ingredients which transform the ordinary into the sensational. Experience the meditation of traditional slow-braising and the quick pace of teriyaki.\nEXPECT DISHES LIKE: \n+ Kakuni (Sake Braised Pork)\n+ Yakitori (Traditional Grilled Chicken)\n+ Yakionigiri (Grilled Rice Balls)\n+ Chuka Fu (Miso Cabbage Salad)\n+ Gom-ae (Green Vegetables with Peanut Sauce).\nSuitable for vegetarian\, vegan and gluten free. \nFor home cooks who want to explore something new. Our cookery classes are relaxed\, informative and fun and are specially designed by our teaching chefs to give you skills and confidence in the kitchen. \nSo enjoy an alternative night out preparing a delicious\, seasonal selection of dishes which you can eat during strategic breaks or simply take home to enjoy in front of the T.V.! All of our weeknight cookery club sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 per person per evening which includes all your food produce\, and meal to take home and simple refreshments during the class. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/evening-cookery-club-japanese-4-3/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T200723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T200723Z
UID:10000936-1794506400-1794517200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:EVENING COOKERY CLUB - THAI
DESCRIPTION:The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and a cutting-edge spice\, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling of disparate components to create a harmonious finish’. So\, if you want to know your Toms from your Tams\, Yams from your Pads\, here’s your chance.\nWHAT TO EXPECT:\n+ Thai Street Food: Pad Thai/ Khao Soi Gai/ Pad Prik/ Green Papaya Salad\,\n+ Classic Thai Curry: Panang Curry/ Massaman Curry/ Green Curry\n+ Thai Rice Dishes:  Coconut Rice / Jasmine Rice / Sticky Rice\n(Exact recipes for this class will vary by season). \nSuitable for vegetarian\, vegan and gluten free dietaries. \nFor home cooks who want to explore something new. Our cookery classes are relaxed\, informative and fun and are specially designed by our teaching chefs to give you skills and confidence in the kitchen. \nSo enjoy an alternative night out preparing a delicious\, seasonal selection of dishes which you can eat during strategic breaks or simply take home to enjoy in front of the T.V.! All of our weeknight cookery club sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 per person per evening which includes all your food produce\, and meal to take home and simple refreshments during the class. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW.\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/evening-cookery-club-thai-8-5/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T200857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T200857Z
UID:10000937-1794571200-1794574800@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:STREET FOOD EXPRESS - PAD THAI
DESCRIPTION:Bored with the usual places to go for lunch? Don’t fancy another sandwich on the go? Join us at Blackfriars Cookery School for more dynamic lunch with our 1-hour Express cookery classes. You will learn to make a classic street food dish that can take you to the streets of Bangkok or Mumbai and back\, prepared at your very own individual workstation. Each class focuses on a particular street food\, giving the chance to explore new and authentic ingredients in just one hour!This workshop looks at the quintessential Thai street food. Found all over Thailand\, pad Thai marries different flavours and ingredients that you may have never used before. Pad Thai is all about the preparation\, of the vegetables\, rice noodles\, spice mix and seasoning of the wok. Learn how to make an authentic perfect pad Thai in your lunch hour! \n\n\nOnce the cooking is over you can sit\, with a beer or glass of fizz\, and consume your handiwork. These courses are designed to be relaxed\, informative and fun. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 12 noon-1pm \nCOST: £35 per person which includes all your food produce\, a glass of fizz or schooner of beer or soft drink and the cooked street food dish to either eat in the cookery school or take away. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/street-food-express-pad-thai-6-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Street Food Express,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T201340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T201340Z
UID:10000939-1794592800-1794600000@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:TAPAS AND TIPPLES TASTING
DESCRIPTION:Whether it be the classic\, traditional Catalonian tapas or a local Geordie twist on the popular Spanish snack\, everyone seems to love those beautiful little lovingly-made mouthfuls washed down with a glass of local wine – a perfect snack for enjoying whilst propping up a bar on Barcelona’s Calle Blai.\nJoin us at Blackfriars where you will sample a selection of wines from around the Spanish speaking world. During the two-hour tasting\, led by our wine expert\, you will learn how to taste wine like the experts do\, sampling wines from Spain and Latin America paired with a selection of tapas from Blackfriars’ kitchen. \nTIMES: 6-8pm \nCOST: £43.5 including fizz on arrival and 5 samples of wine and 5 tapas. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \n\nDINNER: You may like to continue your evening and enjoy dinner in our restaurant following the event. You can book a table here. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/tapas-and-tipples-tasting-8/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Wine Tasting,Wine, Beer and Spirit Tastings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261113T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T201111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T201111Z
UID:10000938-1794592800-1794603600@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:TACOS & TEQUILA
DESCRIPTION:Relax and have fun at our convivial evening of Taco making. Our cookery school teacher will show you just how easy it is to make home-made soft corn and flour tortillas filled with succulent savoury fillings. Learn how to make both fish and meat tacos with all the toppings and have enough tacos to take home to show off to family\, friends and work colleagues. You will also learn about mezcal and how it’s made being able to taste and savour three different types of tequila and mezcal. Come on your own\, with family or friends.\nEvent suitable for vegetarian\, vegan and gluten free. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 for three shots of different tequilas and mezcal\, taco masterclass and about as much as you can eat. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/tacos-tequila-7-6/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Boozy Socials,Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T163000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T201533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T201533Z
UID:10000940-1794648600-1794673800@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:THAI COOKERY
DESCRIPTION:The CNN Travel World’s ’50 Best Foods’ had no less than four dishes in the Top 10 alone. Lightly prepared with strong aromatics and cutting-edge spices\, these dishes are sometimes described as the ‘complicated juggling of disparate components to create a harmonious finish’. So\, if you want to know your Toms from your Tams\, Yams from your Pads\, here’s your chance.  Don’t get Thai’d up in knots\, come and enjoy a day of fun before preparing your own communal lunch to enjoy with your new friends. These courses are designed to be relaxed\, informative and fun.\nEXPECT RECIPES LIKE:\n+ Thai Rice Preparation\n+ Thai Curry Pastes and Bases (Massaman/Panang/Green Curry/Yellow Curry)\n+ Fast Thai Dishes (Pad Thai/Pad Ka Prow/Tom Kha/Tom Yum)\n+ Thai Aromatics & Vegetables\nExact recipes for this class will vary by season. \nSuitable for vegetarian\, vegan and gluten free dietaries.\nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 9.30am to 4.30pm \nCOST: £175 per person which includes refreshments throughout the day\, a communal lunch with wine\, regional beverage and coffee in the Cookery School\, apron and recipes to take home. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO WEAR: Aprons are provided though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements\, conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/thai-cookery-3-3/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekend Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260712T202847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260712T202847Z
UID:10000941-1794679200-1794686400@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:TEQUILA\, IT MAKES YOU HAPPY - TEQUILA MEZCAL TASTING
DESCRIPTION:TEQUILA & MEZCAL TASTING\nThis unique tasting experience showcases Mexico’s finest export\, uncovering the history\, myths and traditions behind the nation’s legendary spirit. Discover the complex flavours of the revered agave spirits and let our host guide you through the intricate harvesting and distillation processes that are used to transform the agave plant into the range of spirits we know and love.\nWe will guide you through a selection of fine tequilas\, and its more complex and smokier cousin mezcal; getting to know the different classifications of agave spirit from Blanco to Reposado…and beyond.\nTequila is so much more than a shot! \nTIMES: 6-8pm \nCOST: £38.50 including a Margarita cocktail on arrival followed by 5 different agave spirits plus snacks. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable. \n\n\nDINNER: You may like to continue your evening and enjoy dinner in our restaurant following the event. You can book a table here. \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements or conditions we should know about. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/tequila-it-makes-you-happy-tequila-mezcal-tasting-3-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Rum Tastings,Wine, Beer and Spirit Tastings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T201500
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T231500
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260715T154459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260715T154459Z
UID:10000986-1794946500-1794957300@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:HISTORY TOUR BY NIGHT: PLAGUE\, PANIC AND SURVIVAL
DESCRIPTION:Venture into the shadows of Blackfriars for an unforgettable evening where centuries of rich history collide with the cinematic world of 28 Years Later\, filmed right here in Newcastle. \nBegin your experience with a zombie-themed cocktail on arrival\, followed by a three-course set dinner and coffee in our historic restaurant. Afterwards\, join our expert guide for a 45-minute tour through the dark corners of a 13th-century former Dominican friary the oldest dining room in the UK and a jewel of Newcastle’s medieval past. \nUncover tales of plague\, panic\, and survival as fiction and fact collide in a city that’s withstood it all. This is a journey through time from monastic life and medieval turbulence to modern-day chaos all set within the atmospheric walls of a Grade I Scheduled Ancient Monument. \nHistory meets horror. Will you brave the night? \nWHERE: Blackfriars Restaurant \nTIMES: Arrival cocktail in the Parlour Bar at 8.15pm followed by dinner in the main restaurant at 8.30pm. History Tour after dinner at 10.30pm. \nCOST: £51pp including: Arrival cocktail\, a delicious three-course dinner\, coffee and History Tour by candle light \nDIETARY REQUIREMENT: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/history-tour-by-night-plague-panic-and-survival-3/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Medieval Food & Heritage Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260713T113424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T113424Z
UID:10000943-1795024800-1795035600@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:EVENING COOKERY CLUB - MIDDLE EASTERN
DESCRIPTION:With everyone loving vibrant and zingy hummus\, falafels\, tabouleh and baba ghannouj mopped up by freshly-baked soft pita bread; as well as spicy tagines\, kebabs and shawarma\, it’s no wonder Middle Eastern cuisine is claimed to be the fastest growing ethnic cuisine in Europe and the U.S. Come and see what all the fuss and excitement is all about and create your own little Middle Eastern mezze heaven!\nEXPECT RECIPES LIKE:\n+ Dishes of North Africa: Chicken Tagine with Green Olives & Preserved Lemon/Tunisian Orange Salad with Halloumi\, Moroccan Lamb Kafta Tagine\, Egyptian Ful Medames\n+ Dishes of the Levant: Turkish Eggs\, Baba Ghanoush\, Syrian Muhammarah\, Za’atar Flatbreads (Mana’aeesh Za’atar) \, Palestinian Sumac Chicken (M’sakhan)\, Israeli Chopped Salad.\nExact recipes for this class will vary by season. \nSuitable for vegetarian and vegans. Not suitable for gluten free dietaries. \nFor home cooks who want to explore something new. Our cookery classes are relaxed\, informative and fun and are specially designed by our teaching chefs to give you skills and confidence in the kitchen. \nSo enjoy an alternative night out preparing a delicious\, seasonal selection of dishes which you can eat during strategic breaks or simply take home to enjoy in front of the T.V.! All of our weeknight cookery club sessions are suitable for beginner cooks and are led by our friendly chef tutors. \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 6-9pm \nCOST: £90 per person per evening which includes all your food produce\, and meal to take home and simple refreshments during the class. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it is showing no availability the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/evening-cookery-club-middle-eastern-4-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260726T204615
CREATED:20260714T195051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T195051Z
UID:10000947-1795082400-1795093200@blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk
SUMMARY:MORNING COOKERY CLUB - MIDDLE EASTERN
DESCRIPTION:With everyone loving vibrant and zingy hummus\, falafels\, tabouleh and baba ghannouj mopped up by freshly-baked soft pita bread; as well as spicy tagines\, kebabs and shawarma\, it’s no wonder Middle Eastern cuisine is claimed to be the fastest growing ethnic cuisine in Europe and the U.S. Come and see what all the fuss and excitement is all about and create your own little Middle Eastern mezze heaven! \nWHERE: Blackfriars Cookery School \nTIMES: 10am-1pm \nCOST: £90 per person per session which includes all your food produce and meal to take home or eat in\, simple refreshments during the class and a glass of wine to enjoy with your food. Places are only confirmed once paid in full and are non-refundable or transferable. \nWHAT TO BRING: Aprons can be borrowed though please arrive in comfortable clothes that you don’t mind getting a bit messy. And bring your enthusiasm! \nDIETARY REQUIREMENTS: Please let us know if you have any dietary requirements at the time of booking\, health conditions we should know about or any other specific requests. Please re-confirm on arrival. \nBLACKFRIARS EVENTS & COURSES SELL OUT QUICKLY SO BOOK NOW!\nPlease note; if it shows no online availability\, the event is sold out.
URL:https://blackfriarsrestaurant.co.uk/event/morning-cookery-club-middle-eastern-2/
LOCATION:Blackfriars Restaurant\, Blackfriars Restaurant\, Friars Street\, Newcastle\, NE1 4XN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Cookery School,Weekday Classes
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