{"product_id":"easy-dinner-party-magic-with-sophie-archer","title":"Easy Dinner Party Magic","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eJoin this fantastic hands-on masterclass - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eThe art of impressive but effortless entertaining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCookery Class with Chef Sophie Archer: Easy Dinner Party Magic \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eShort on time but still want to cook with confidence and flair? Join Chef Sophie Archer for a flavour-led masterclass designed for modern hosts who want beautiful, interesting food without unnecessary stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis class focuses on elegant dinner-party dishes that can be prepared ahead, served generously, and finished with confidence. Sophie will show you how to build restaurant-level flavour and texture at home using smart techniques, seasonal ingredients and clever make-ahead elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eExpect exciting, easy to execute starter ideas, including silky cashew cream with chilli-dressed tenderstem broccoli and heritage carrots with citrus, pistachio and labneh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eYou will also learn Sophie’s approach to slow-cooked centrepieces and reliable hero dishes, from tender octopus to perfectly cooked fish and juicy, well-seasoned chicken every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eAlong the way, Sophie will cover the chef techniques that make simple dishes feel special, including quick pickles, punchy dressings, simple brines and thoughtful plating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eBy the end of the session, you will leave with practical, adaptable ideas and the confidence to host elegant, relaxed dinner parties, even on your busiest days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMenu \/ Class Focus \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTogether, the class will explore:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSilky cashew cream with chilli-dressed tenderstem broccoli \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHeritage carrots with citrus, pistachio and labneh\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTender octopus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eTips for perfectly cooked fish and juicy chicken every time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCrowd delighting techniques for make ahead and last minute desserts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe class will finish by assembling a generous Mediterranean-style table featuring the dishes and techniques prepared during the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat’s included:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRefreshments on arrival and available throughout the class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApron and all of the equipment required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA recipe pack for you to take home after your class\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll ingredients provided and weighed out in advance for you\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDinner of your own making to enjoy together as a class accompanied by a glass of wine or soft refreshments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e10% discount on purchases made in store on the day of your class, including cookery classes. Excludes books, food, electrical items, gift vouchers and sale items\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe do all the washing up!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis session can be made suitable for vegetarians, please advise when booking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSophie Archer \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eSophie Archer began her career in law, working as General Counsel within financial services before founding and running a corporate intelligence company. In 2019, she completed the Leiths Diploma in Food and Wine, graduating with distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eShe went on to train in professional kitchens, including the Michelin-starred Kitchen W8, alongside private cheffing roles at Winfield House and Naworth Castle. Sophie later became Head Chef at a brasserie in Notting Hill and reached the quarter-finals of MasterChef: The Professionals 2024.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eShe subsequently founded a Southern France-inspired café in Chelsea. She is currently Executive Chef at a restaurant in Barnes and also works as a private chef for a household in West London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eHaving led teams and kitchens, Sophie is passionate about teaching, training and helping others build confidence in the kitchen. Her cooking style focuses on light, seasonal Mediterranean food, with an emphasis on flavour, generosity and elegant simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Aptos',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Aptos; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-GB; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophie Archer","offers":[{"title":"17-Jun-26 18:00-21:30","offer_id":41146575126610,"sku":"1198614","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0248\/5836\/1938\/files\/Easy_dinner_party_magic_1.jpg?v=1778003283","url":"https:\/\/www.divertimenti.co.uk\/products\/easy-dinner-party-magic-with-sophie-archer","provider":"Divertimenti Cookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}