Our Go To Know school trips are simmering with delicious learning! A highlight for many students is our immersive cooking classes, where they roll up their sleeves and gain real, practical culinary skills—from mastering knife techniques to understanding how flavours
harmonize. But these sessions offer so much more than recipes. As students craft fresh pasta in Italy or blend traditional spices in Southeast Asia, they’re directly engaging with a culture’s heart and history. Each dish tells a story, transforming the kitchen into a powerful classroom for global awareness and connection. It’s experiential learning that students can literally savour, fostering both new found kitchen confidence and a more expansive worldview.
Mrs Carolyna Saadalla
CAS Coordinator
New Cairo British International School (NCBIS)
Go to Know were absolutely fantastic in helping us organise a successful student trip to Madrid. They were supportive, flexible, and attentive throughout, making everything run smoothly. The students had an amazing time; thank you in particular to the trip leader who was amazing at working with us and knew our needs as a school. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
Culinary Exploration, Built on a Foundation of Safety
At Go To Know, our overseas cooking classes are designed for confident exploration. Before any student picks up a knife, we establish a secure environment rooted in professional standards. All sessions are held in vetted, professional kitchens under the constant supervision of experienced local chefs, who begin with comprehensive safety briefings. This foundation
allows for immersive cultural learning. Instructors carefully guide students through unfamiliar techniques and ingredients, adapting core safety principles—from food hygiene to equipment handling—to each unique culinary tradition. We extend this mindfulness beyond the kitchen, offering guidance on enjoying local cuisine responsibly. This structured yet adaptive approach ensures students can fully engage with the art of global cooking, turning every lesson into a safe
and memorable discovery.
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A Global Kitchen: Cooking Classes from Madrid to Kuala Lumpur
A Global Kitchen: Cooking Classes from Madrid to Kuala Lumpur
Imagine your students learning paella in a Madrid plaza, mastering croissants in a Parisian bakery, or grinding spices for a traditional curry in Kuala Lumpur. Our Go To Know cooking classes transform iconic destinations into vibrant, hands-on classrooms. In Barcelona and Athens, students don’t just see the sights—they taste the history, kneading fresh pasta or blending feta for spanakopita under expert local guidance. Each session is a deep dive into culture, connecting recipes to local traditions and stories. These immersive experiences go far beyond following steps; they build confidence, teamwork, and global awareness. We create moments where the thrill of sharing a self-made meal becomes a lifelong memory of discovery and connection.
Tips and Tricks
Tips & Tricks for Cooking Classes Abroad
Make the most of your culinary adventure with these essential tips. Before departure, consider any dietary restrictions and communicate these to us to inform the host kitchen in advance. During the class, encourage students to take notes and photos of recipes—they’ll want to recreate these dishes at home! Assign small groups to different stations to ensure everyone participates hands-on. Don’t forget to discuss the cultural significance of each dish; food tells powerful stories about history and tradition. After the experience, dedicate time for students to share their favourite moments and flavours. Create a shared digital cookbook with recipes and photos from the trip. This transforms a single cooking session into a lasting educational resource that keeps the cultural learning alive long after you’ve returned home.