Paul Flynn needs no introduction in Irish Culinary Circles. With over 40 years of experience, cooking at the highest levels in London and Dublin he imparts his culinary wisdom in his custom built Tannery Cookery School.
Offering courses for every level and specialising in corporate off site and team build days, Paul’s courses in this leading Irish Cookery school focus on his style of cooking which is known and loved for deep earthy flavours. Simplicity is the theme yet the tastes are hugely exciting.
Expert Instruction: Learn from the best with our hands-on classes led by renowned chef Paul Flynn and his talented team. With years of experience and a deep love for Irish cuisine, our instructors will guide you through every step, ensuring you master the techniques and flavors that make our dishes extraordinary.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Our cookery school is equipped with modern, professional-grade kitchens designed to provide you with the ultimate learning experience. You’ll have all the tools and ingredients at your fingertips to create stunning dishes with ease.
Diverse Course Offerings: Whether you’re a novice home cook or a seasoned food enthusiast, our wide range of courses has something for everyone. From mastering the basics of Irish cooking to exploring advanced culinary techniques, you’ll find a class that fits your interests and skill level.
Local and Seasonal Ingredients: At the Tannery Cookery School, we believe in the power of fresh, local ingredients. Our classes emphasize seasonal produce and sustainable practices, allowing you to create dishes that are not only delicious but also environmentally conscious.
Inspiring Environment: Nestled in the charming town of Dungarvan, our cookery school offers a unique blend of culinary education and Irish hospitality. After your class, explore the scenic surroundings, vibrant local culture, and the rich history of Waterford.
Memorable Experiences: Cooking at the Tannery is more than just learning; it’s about creating memories. Enjoy the camaraderie of fellow food enthusiasts, share delicious meals, and take home recipes that you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
For those Francophiles amongst you, this is the ideal course. A demonstration day spent learning traditional and Modern French Bistro classics. Beautiful soups, elegant broths and an amazing cheat’s bouillabaisse. […]
How to Cook Better, a course for those who feel stuck in a rut with their cooking. Learn how to be a more intuitive cook and get inspired again. Leave […]
Our Tannery Kitchen Suppers celebrating the West Waterford Festival of Food have become one of the most popular annual events of the Festival Weekend. This year again, we are running […]
Our Tannery Kitchen Suppers celebrating the West Waterford Festival of Food have become one of the most popular annual events of the Festival Weekend. This year again, we are running […]
Just say #duckit on the Sunday of the West Waterford Festival of Food and join us for our duck themed Sunday lunch. Dont worry, you wont have to dress up […]
Demonstration Before the summer kicks in properly, what better way to spend a (hopefully) sunny Saturday than with a Seafood Course in the Tannery Cookery School. Explore the techniques that […]
Light and Easy is the way to go for the Summer and on this morning demo, Paul will demonstrate simple cooking for balmy summer evenings (we are always optimistic here!). […]
Who hasnt come back from hols in Italy dreaming of the rustic Italian food where even the simplest meal of bread and tomatoes seems like a feast. The wine helps […]
We have recently become converts to meat free cooking. That's not to say we are fully fledged vegetarians, far from it, but we have discovered the benefits and the variety […]
The Tannery Cookery School Kitchen suppers are always a good fun night out. A shared dining event in the cookery school dining room. We have done this Morroccan evening before […]
Middle Eastern food is certainly fashionable at the moment with Ottolenghi leading the posse. If any of you have had the pleasure of visiting his London restaurants or even watching […]
Everyone asks us about sauces. They are the holy grail of cooking. A good sauce is the one thing that lifts a simple dish, be it chicken or fish, into […]
What could be nicer on a long summer's evening than to have friends over for dinner. This course will provide you with the inspiration and the courage to do it […]
Paul's favourite French bistro style classics will feature in this kitchen supper, shared table dining event. Please note this isnt a demo but a dining experience. Tickets are pre-purchased and […]
This is our 21st Summer in the Tannery, we opened on 1st July 1997 - (yes I know its 20 years but its the 21st season :)). Its so good […]
If you've been to Spain or Italy on your holidays, you will have sampled the delights of small plates. Such an easy way to eat and perfect for entertaining at […]
Our annual three day intensive course where Paul guides you through various disciplines of cooking in an intimate setting. This course is not for a beginner, but for the competent […]
Waving bye bye to your offspring as they move into the big wide world of college life is tough enough, but worrying about how they will fend for themselves in […]
October is here and its time to crank up those Agas. This course is one of our most popular every year. Helen Manning is now a familiar face to us […]
Sometimes we are contacted by people who feel they are stuck in a cooking rut. Repeating the same recipes over and over and need some new inspiration for family cooking […]
Continuing our series of kitchen suppers, what better way to while away a chilly Autumn evening than a fun filled colourful Spanish kitchen supper in the Tannery Cookery School. This […]
One of our most requested courses and an enduring favourite season after season. This course is designed for the more proficient cook, someone who knows their way around a kitchen […]
Cheer up a dreary November evening with a fiesta of Mexican flavours in the Tannery Cookery School. Kick off at 7.30pm with a perfectly chilled margarita and then Eamon Connors […]
Cooking for Christmas doesn’t just mean the traditional roast turkey. Why not shake things up a bit with this cookery course to make sure your Christmas spread is the envy […]
If you love cheese like we do, Join us for a night with Margaret Murphy, Avoca Group's cheesemonger, as she takes is through her favourite cheeses of the moment. Discover […]
Kick off with a Christmas cocktail and enjoy a festive kitchen supper in the Tannery Cookery School. Ideal for a get-together with friends or even an informal office Christmas party. […]
The first cookery course of the new year is always a favourite and in 2018 we are continuing our tradition of kicking off with our annual Cooking for Friends. Who […]
Our only men-only course takes place on 10th Feb. This annual event allows the men in your life to show their prowess in the kitchen. Whether they just fancy themselves […]
One of our most requested courses and an enduring favourite season after season. This course is designed for the more proficient cook, someone who knows their way around a kitchen […]
For those people out there who love entertaining. A full day where Paul will demo his favourite entertaining dishes. What he likes to cook at home when entertaining friends and […]
Middle Eastern food is certainly fashionable at the moment with Ottolenghi leading the posse and just last year we had New York's hottest Israeli chef Einat Admony cooking in the […]
Whether you have the in-laws coming around for lunch or maybe some old friends, this course will give you the fool proof recipes for a fuss free relaxing Sunday lunch. […]
Our Tannery Kitchen Suppers celebrating the West Waterford Festival of Food have become one of the most popular annual events of the Festival Weekend. This year again, we are running […]
Our Tannery Kitchen Suppers celebrating the West Waterford Festival of Food have become one of the most popular annual events of the Festival Weekend. This year again, we are running […]
Learn how to cook the perfect dishes for a simple dinner party at home. Whether its an informal supper with friends or a more formal evening where the best linen […]
The long summer evenings are upon us and what could be nicer than to have friends over for dinner. This course will provide you with the inspiration and the courage […]
Summer is finally here and what better way to herald its arrival than a seafood course in the Tannery Cookery School. From cooking prime fish to making a bouillabaisse, you […]
35 years cooking so he knows a thing or two.... This is one of our most popular courses. A practical cooking masterclass with Paul. This course is not for the […]
Join us on for our Fruits de Mer extravaganza on Thursday 19th July. A celebration of all that is wonderful about the abundance of local fish and shellfish on our […]
Who hasn't come back from hols in Italy dreaming of the rustic Italian food where even the simplest meal of bread and tomatoes seems like a feast. The wine helps […]
Dungarvan is situated at the foot of the Comeragh mountains and so we are very lucky to have Comeragh Mountain Lamb on our doorstep. We are inspired by Nose to […]
One of our most requested courses and an enduring favourite season after season. This course is designed for the more proficient cook, someone who knows their way around a kitchen […]
Our annual three day intensive course where Paul guides you through various disciplines of cooking in an intimate setting. This course is not for a beginner, but for the competent […]
We have recently become converts to meat free cooking. That's not to say we are fully fledged vegetarians, far from it, but we have discovered the benefits and the variety […]
La Convivialita is the word Italians use to describe how they feel about food and this is the perfect time of year to share that sentiment. At the heart of […]
The perennial favourite Aga - November is here and its time to crank up those Agas. This course is one of our most popular every year. Helen Manning is now […]
Cooking for Christmas doesn’t just mean the traditional roast turkey. Why not shake things up a bit with this cookery course to make sure your Christmas spread is the envy […]
The first cookery course of the new year is always a favourite and in 2019 we are continuing our tradition of kicking off with our annual Cooking for Friends. Who […]
Our only men-only course takes place on 9th Feb. This annual event allows the men in your life to show their prowess in the kitchen. Whether they just fancy themselves […]
One of our most requested courses and an enduring favourite season after season. This course is designed for the more proficient cook, someone who knows their way around a kitchen […]
