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I teach the best teenage DofE online cookery skills courses in the UK 🇬🇧 and abroad 🌎

Seasonal workshops & demonstrations, one:one, men only, Delicious Diva groups, Uni Students, Kids in the Kitchen courses & Parties.

17/10/2025

It may be a long way off, but for any of you on Christmas Cake duty this year you'll know that now is the perfect time to get cooking!

With my cake made and ready to be stored until the big day, here's a look at last year's snowy creation!

16/10/2025

Before and After! The October allotment harvest. My kitchen is full to bursting now, and I'm so excited to share more recipes with you!

Follow the link in my bio to browse my online cookery classes.

15/10/2025

Let's Prepare..a Christmas Cake! Read recipe below:

Ingredients:
285g/10 oz plain flour, sifted
a pinch of salt
1 teaspoon ground mixed spice
225g/8 oz unsalted butter, softened
225g/8 oz soft dark brown sugar
4 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon black treacle
340g/12 oz sultanas
225g/8 oz raisins
225g/8oz currants
110g/4 oz mixed peel
170g/6 oz glace cherries, halved
30g/1 oz chopped nuts
285g/10 oz plain flour, sifted
a pinch of salt
1 teaspoon ground mixed spice
225g/8 oz unsalted butter, softened
225g/8 oz soft dark brown sugar
4 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon black treacle
340g/12 oz sultanas
225g/8 oz raisins
225g/8oz currants
110g/4 oz mixed peel
170g/6 oz glace cherries, halved
30g/1 oz chopped nuts

1. Preheat the oven to 100°C/200°/Gas ½. Line a 18cm/7” deep round cake tin with a double layer of silicone paper over the bottom and sides.
2. Sift the flour with the salt and spice into a large bowl.
3. Cream the butter with the sugar. Beat the eggs with the treacle and slowly add to the creamed butter and sugar mixture.
4. Mix the dried fruit and nuts with the flour and add the butter and egg mixture. Stir well together.
5. Turn the mixture into the prepared tin and make a slight dip in the centre.
6. Bake in the centre of the oven for approximately 2-3 hours or until a skewer inserted into the centre comes out clean.

14/10/2025

Want to learn a new recipe? Curious about what my cookery course offers? Try my FREE cooking video on my website! This is great for beginners, teenagers and anyone who wants to learn something new.

13/10/2025

Join me for a little tour of my allotment at the end of the season!

11/10/2025

Snaps from my walks...

I've been enjoying foraging for new ingredients and inspirations this season, whether for my next recipe or a crafts project! If you haven't seen it already, check my profile to watch my autumn wreath making videos for more Autumnal crafts ideas!

Be x

10/10/2025

Snaps from my kitchen...

This week I made lots of warming and seasonal dishes, such as duck legs with plums from my video (pictured here before the 3-4 hour roast!) and some mini gluten free flapjacks.

Interested in learning these recipes?

Drop me an email or follow the link in my bio to browse my website!

09/10/2025

Let's restock the granola!

Making your own granola is not only quick, healthy and affordable, but it gives you the chance to experiment and find your favourite flavours! Roast oats, seeds, nuts and more, adding spices and honey to your taste.

What's your favourite addition to your granola?

08/10/2025

Let's cook...beetroot crisps!

Today we're making a delicious and healthy snack to restock the treats cupboard ahead of the next week.

Do you like beetroot? If not, I challenge you to try this recipe- it will change your mind!

07/10/2025

Let's cook...duck legs with plums!

Today we turn our attention to the underappreciated duck leg, slow cooking it with a mixture of plums, onions, ginger and tamari for a delicious and warming autumnal dish.

Try cooking with your friends!

06/10/2025

Looking for a Skills option for your DofE? Try my DofE cookery classes, with a range of specialised options to choose from, including plant-based, gluten free and SEND.

I'm so excited to welcome new DofE students to my classes! Follow the link in my bio to browse the courses or message me with any questions you may have.

See you soon,
Be x

03/10/2025

What have I been cooking this week?

With the colder weather moving in, I've been making more warming foods - cakes, game, and baked cauliflower! For recipes and cooking guides, follow the link in my bio.

What have you been cooking this week?!

Address

Lower Road
Leatherhead
KT245JP

Telephone

01372 803821

Website

https://beinthekitchen.co.uk/dofe-online-cooking-course

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