A selection of Spanish tapas dishes made during an international cookery course at Swinton Estate in North Yorkshire

Spanish Tapas Temptations

Small plates, bold Spanish flavours

Create a selection of vibrant Spanish tapas designed for sharing, including patatas bravas, chorizo, tortillas, gambas, and crema catalana*. Focus on punchy flavours, simple techniques, and dishes perfect for entertaining.

*Dishes may vary on the day

£125 per person
Three copper frying pans stacked on top of each other

Your course may feature

  • A hands-on cookery course taught by the Swinton Cookery School chef tutor
  • Recipes to take home at the end of your course
  • The chance to enjoy your creations with a soft drink, bottle of beer, or glass of wine
  • All required ingredients and equipment will be provided

Upcoming dates

  • 4th May 2026
  • 14th July 2026
  • 7th September 2026
  • 19th October 2026
  • 16th December 2026

FAQs

Most half-day cookery courses start at 10:00am and finish around 1:30pm. Full-day courses start at at 10:00am and finish around 3:00pm. Please arrive at the Swinton Park Hotel reception for tea and coffee served from 9:30am. 

For children's courses, Mini Chefs takes place between 10:00am and 12:00pm. The Junior chefs course is between 2:00pm and 4:30pm.  

During half-day and full-day courses, lunch will be served consisting of dishes you've prepared during the event. Should you have any special dietary requirements or allergies please let us know so that we can ensure these are accommodated.

All required ingredients and equipment will be provided as part of your course. You don't need to bring anything extra - just yourself. 

Yes! When you finish the course, you'll receive a copy of all the recipes you learned to use at home. 

Your course will take place at Swinton Cookery School:

Swinton Cookery School
Swinton Park
Ripon
North Yorkshire
HG4 4JH
United Kingdom

Swinton Cookery School is a relaxed, open demonstration kitchen housed in a converted Georgian stable wing adjacent to Swinton Park hotel.

From classic baking to Sunday roasts, there’s a cookery course to suit everyone. So if you are beginner with a keen interest or a professional, broadening their knowledge, join us at Swinton and fall in love with cooking all over again.

Our standard terms and conditions apply.

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