If this sounds like you, you should check out some of the amazing cookery schools Northern Ireland has to offer and pick up a few essential skills.
Cookery schools are a great opportunity to try something new, meet new people, and discover techniques you never heard of. Not only will you be able to prepare yourself some amazing dishes but you will also be able to show off your new-found skills by cooking for friends and family something following the tips and tricks you picked up along the way.
Here are some of the cooking classes you can sign up for across Northern Ireland.
5. Waterman House Cookery School - Waterman House, 33 Hill St, Belfast
This luxury cookery school will offer you classes during the day and evening no matter your age or ability. Whether you are a cooking beginner or already have a good level of skills they will take you on an enjoyable educational journey. Their classes are known to be informal and more relaxed with the standard equipment you would have at home meaning you can take your skills home with you. Classes range from how to cook the perfect steak to a masterclass in fish and shellfish so you will be sure to find something to pique your interest. Find out more at www.waterman.house Photo: Waterman House Cookery School via Facebook
6. Little Oaks Cookery School - 26 Ballygowan Rd, Kells, Ballymena
At Little Oaks Cookery School you can learn how to cook in a relaxed and welcoming environment. With cooking classes ranging from Asian cooking, and demonstration classes that offer you complimentary Afternoon Tea to classes teaching you how to prepare warming foods for a cold day, there is something for everyone. For more information go to www.littleoakscookeryschool.squarespace.com Photo: Little Oaks Cookery School via Facebook
7. Belfast Cookery School - 53-54 Castle St, Belfast
Try out your cooking skills at the Belfast Cookery School where they promise to show you their love for food by passing on their passion to their clients. With professional equipment at hand you will be ready to start your cooking journey in classes that will suit your interests, tastes and ability. Their range includes things like Perfect Pizza, French Bistro, Something Sweet and so much more. To find out more information go to www.belfastcookeryschool.com Photo: Belfast Cookery School via Facebook
8. Mourne Seafood Cookery School - Nautilus Centre Rooney Road, Kilkeel
If you're a fan of seafood then Mourne Seafood Cookery School is the perfect cookery school for you. Here you can take three different types of classes, including a 2.5 hour class allowing you to cook up two courses made by you with a chef demonstration and some wine and soft drinks included, or you can opt for the longer classes, they have a 3.5 hour class and 5.5 hour class option as well with the difference of making up to five courses on that day. Go to their website and find more information at www.mourneseafoodcookeryschool.com Photo: NewRayPics.com