A hands-on cooking class led by André Domke, a certified fish sommelier and owner of the Fisch Domke restaurants, covering the preparation of crustaceans, mollusks, and Baltic and world seafood in small groups of two to eight.
Der Fischsommelier, the cooking school run by certified fish sommelier André Domke, has operated out of Seebad Ahlbeck on Usedom for several years alongside his Fisch Domke restaurants. The class runs 2.5 to 3 hours in a dedicated kitchen space in Ahlbeck, walking small groups of two to eight participants through hands-on preparation of starters and mains built around Baltic and world seafood, including crustaceans and mollusks. The balance leans savoury throughout, with no dedicated dessert course, reflecting the seafood-focused curriculum. The price includes all ingredients, instruction from Domke himself, and a shared tasting of the dishes prepared during the session; it does not include drinks beyond what is served with the tasting or transport to Ahlbeck. The small-group format allows Domke to adjust technique demonstrations to skill level and answer questions directly, and the class is conducted in German, with English guidance available on request; shellfish allergies should be flagged before booking given the seafood-heavy menu.
| Price | €65-95 per person, depending on group size (~USD 70-103) |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2.5-3 hours |
| Address | Seestraße 24, 17419 Seebad Ahlbeck, Germany |
What is included
- Hands-on preparation of starters and mains with Baltic and world seafood
- Guidance from certified fish sommelier André Domke
- Tasting of the dishes prepared in class
- Small-group setting of 2-8 participants
Good to know
- Operator
- Der Fischsommelier / Fisch Domke
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Location
Seestraße 24, 17419 Seebad Ahlbeck, Germany
53.9690, 14.2145 View on map
Highlights
- Hands-on instruction from certified fish sommelier André Domke
- Small-group format limited to two to eight participants
- Preparation of crustaceans, mollusks, and Baltic seafood
- Shared tasting of all dishes prepared during the class
- Held in Domke's own kitchen space in Seebad Ahlbeck
Tips for visiting
- Flag shellfish allergies before booking, as the menu is seafood-focused
- Arrive on an empty stomach, since the tasting doubles as the meal
- Request English guidance in advance if not fluent in German
- Book early given the small group size of two to eight
- Wear closed-toe shoes suitable for a working kitchen environment
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Frequently asked questions
How many people can join a single class?
Classes are kept small, with two to eight participants per session.
What language is the class taught in?
The class is taught in German, with English guidance available on request.
Does the class include a meal?
Yes, participants taste all the dishes they prepare during the session.
Are shellfish allergies accommodated?
The menu centers on crustaceans and mollusks, so shellfish allergies should be flagged before booking.