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Learn German with Culinary Delights

German language and cooking class workshop

Learn to speak German while seeing, touching, handling, preparing, cooking, and tasting fresh produce. By blending language learning with a hands-on cooking class, we create a rich cultural experience for you to explore modern German culture. We make learning an adventure!

In a multi-sensory setting, your ability to learn German will be enhanced, as different parts of the brain are activated, improving memory retention. When we use our sight, hearing, touch, taste, and smell, stronger neural connections will be associated with the new language. This is supported by the theory of embodied cognition, which suggests that physical actions and sensory experiences enhance cognitive processing.

Our program is ideal for anyone looking to improve their language skills while enjoying a hands-on cultural experience. It's a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the language and culture simultaneously, making learning both fun and practical. The cooking sessions are designed to reinforce understanding and speaking, by explaining recipes, cooking techniques, and ingredients, thus promoting practical language application.
Quick facts:
Age: 16+

Session 1: GEHEN WIR FRÜHSTÜCKEN?
Sunday, September 15,  October 6, 2024
Time: 9:30 am to 12 pm
Class Size: 4 - 10

Session 2: KAFFEEKLATSCH
Thursday, September 12, October 10, 2024
Time: 2 to 5 pm
Class Size: 4 - 10

Session 3: ABENDGESELLSCHAFT
Friday, September 13, 2024
Time: 3 to 9 pm
Class Size: 4 - 6

Session 4: MARKET TOUR + COOKING CLASS + LUNCH
Saturday, October 5, 2024
Time: 8:30 - 2 pm
Class Size: 4 - 8

1. GEHEN WIR FRÜHSTÜCKEN?
  • Sundays. 2 DATES AVAILABLE: September 15, and October 6, 2024
  • Duration: 2.5 hours
  • Time: 9:30 am to 12 pm
  • While making a typical German breakfast and enjoying it together, we will get to know each other, practice small talk, and learn vocabulary related to the food we eat in a playful and multi-sensory setting.
  • Price: €95, including all food and drinks and learning materials (note: 4 people minimum for class to happen)
  • Language level: beginner and intermediate

2. KAFFEEKLATSCH
  • Thursdays. 2 DATES AVAILABLE: September 12 and October 10, 2024
  • Duration: 2.5 hours
  • Time: 2:30 pm to 5 pm
  • We will focus on learning how to read recipes, measurements, and numbers while baking two very traditional German cakes of the season.
  • Price: €85, including all food and drinks and learning materials (note: 4 people minimum for class to happen)
  • Language level: beginner and intermediate

3. ABENDGESELLSCHAFT
  • 1 Date available: Friday, September 13, 2024
  • Duration: 6 hours
  • Time: 3 pm to 9 pm
  • We will learn all about hosting a small celebratory dinner party, starting from writing invitations to planning, shopping, preparing, cooking and learning about some fantastic German wines and their regions. All elements of the event are explored in the German language, including etiquette and eating culture of the past and present.
  • learn about fine German wines and their regions
  • You get to invite a loved one or friend for dinner!
  • Price: €185, including all food and drinks and learning materials, and having 1 plus person for dinner(note: 4 people minimum for class to happen)
  • Language level: beginner and intermediate

4. MARKET TOUR +
COOKING CLASS + LUNCH
  • Saturdays. 2 DATES AVAILABLE: September 7, October 5, 2024
  • Duration: 4.5 hours
  • Time: 8:30 am to 1 pm
  • Farmer’s market tour + cooking + language class. We will meet at the Winterfeldt Farmer’s Market and shop for our lunch. When back at our location, we will create an artful display with writing and grammar exercises, focusing on engaging with fellow students and learning vocabulary while preparing and cooking a 2 course lunch.
  • Price: €145, including all food and drinks and learning materials (note: 4 people minimum for class to happen)
  • Language level: beginner and intermediate
Pricing:
you can book the individual sessions, once you click 'Book here'.

Includes
  • all drinks, including fine German wines, and artisan brewed beer
  • all food (organic, fresh, regional)
  • recipes
  • learning materials
GOOD TO KNOW:

In all of our cooking:
  • VEGETABLES ARE THE FOCUS. So vegetarian and vegan preferences are welcome.
  • Dishes are seasonal
  • All produce, fish and meat are high-quality, regional, and to our best knowledge, either organic or from sustainable farms.
  • If you have food allergies, it is your responsibility to communicate this upfront via email, and I will try my best to work around it.
  • The cooking class does NOT teach professional techniques. Basic cooking skills are preferred but not a must-have.