About this event

Sam from Fourth and Church will show you how to make three fish dishes from different continents using different methods of curing.

From anchovies to gravadlax and belacan to Arbroath Smokies, cured fish provides exciting taste sensations and forms the backbone of many beloved dishes.

Cultures around the world have different methods of preserving fish; drying, salting, smoking, lacto fermenting or treating with other microorganisms. The advent of refrigeration and mass availability of frozen and canned fish has meant traditional preserving methods are now less common. However, these preservation methods had the secondary effect of deepening and developing new exciting flavours.

In this class Sam from Fourth & Church will show you how to make three fish dishes from different continents using different methods of curing. Learn how the chemical processes transform the texture and flavours of the fish and help preserve them. Eat the three small plates you have made during the session, and take away some cure to make your own cured fish at home.

A sample menu for the class:

• Seabass ceviche, hibiscus, corn nuts
• Grilled shio koji cured mackerel, preserved citrus
• Arctic char – cured with Kummel and fennel, caper, onion and crisp bread

Fish types and garnishes may change due to seasonal availability and local landings to ensure the freshest and most sustainable product.

About Fourth & Church

Fourth and Church borrow traditions from around the world to create new and exciting dishes that are packed with layers of flavour, spice and umami. They work hard with local and regional producers to find fantastic seasonal produce, supporting artisanal producers and independent winemakers from across the UK and Europe. The restaurant was recently named #9 of the city’s top 20 best restaurants and reviewed in the Guardian and The Telegraph.

Dietary information: The menu for this class contains gluten and fish, but no dairy. For any allergies or dietary requirements, please contact us to discuss before booking.

Tickets for this event include:

• professional cookery tuition
• all ingredients and equipment
• hot drinks throughout the session/ a welcome glass of fizz and a matched wine with your meal
• your dishes, to enjoy at the end of the session at our shared dining table

Any profits raised from this class support our community cookery activities – where everyone can experience the benefits of cooking and eating together, regardless of finance, confidence or ability.