One of Britain's most respected culinary schools, offering one-day and half-day classes in baking, patisserie, Italian cooking, and professional techniques. Evening classes also available.
Leiths School of Food and Wine has taught cooking in West London since 1975, now based at 16–20 Wendell Road in Shepherd's Bush. The school offers one-day and half-day classes covering baking, patisserie, Italian cooking, and professional culinary techniques, alongside evening classes for those building skills over several weeks. Classes are taught by professional chef instructors in fully equipped teaching kitchens, with small class sizes intended to allow individual feedback. Prices start from around £75 per session depending on the class chosen, and generally include all ingredients, equipment, and a tasting or meal of the dishes prepared. Sessions run in English and suit both complete beginners and more experienced home cooks looking to refine technique, with vegetarian substitutions generally available when requested at booking. The school is also known for its longer diploma programmes, though the one-day and evening classes are self-contained and require no ongoing commitment.
| Address | 16–20 Wendell Road, London W12 9RT |
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Good to know
- Operator
- Leiths School of Food and Wine
Location
16–20 Wendell Road, London W12 9RT
Highlights
- One-day and half-day classes in baking, patisserie, and Italian cooking
- Evening classes for building skills over multiple weeks
- Small class sizes with professional chef instructors
- Alumni network extending into professional cooking and food writing
- Option to progress to longer diploma courses
Tips for visiting
- Book popular one-day classes several weeks in advance, as places fill quickly.
- Mention dietary requirements when booking rather than on the day, since ingredients are prepared ahead of class.
- Wear closed-toe shoes suitable for kitchen work.
- Arrive a few minutes early, as classes begin promptly with a briefing before hands-on cooking starts.
Frequently asked questions
Is Leiths suitable for complete beginners?
Yes, many one-day classes are designed for beginners alongside more advanced options for experienced cooks.
What is included in the class price?
Prices generally include all ingredients, equipment, and a tasting or meal of the dishes made in class.
Are evening classes different from one-day classes?
Evening classes run over several weeks to build skills progressively, while one-day classes are single standalone sessions.
Can longer training be pursued afterward?
Yes, the school also offers diploma courses for those wanting more in-depth professional training.
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