This Cooking Class Will Turn You Into a Master Seafood Chef

This article has been produced in partnership with Sydney Seafood School.

Whether it’s an unforgettable first date, a fun catch-up with friends, or simply a chance to try your hand at something new, we may have just found the perfect Sydney activity. 

Since 1989, Sydney Seafood School has been hosting innovative cooking experiences for all skill levels, with classes inspired by the freshest catches, seasonal ingredients and flavours from all over the world. 

There’s something undeniably satisfying about digging into a meal freshly prepared with your own two hands, and whether you’re a fledgling filleter or a sushi savant, Australia’s leading seafood cooking school has the perfect class to take your gastronomic expertise to the next level.

From hands-on classes to private experiences, here’s why booking a class with Sydney Seafood School is at the top of our warm-weather bucket list.

Sydney Seafood School’s fun-filled classes are a great way to learn about Australian seafood while making memories with friends, delighting in some delicious food and maybe even getting a little messy along the way.

Located within Sydney Fish Market, the cooking school’s state-of-the-art facilities include a tiered theatrette with viewing screens for watching detailed demos by expert presenters and renowned celebrity chefs, fully-equipped cooking islands and barbeques, a large private dining room and a team of experienced seafood-savvy staff waiting to impart their wisdom.

The hands-on cooking classes allow you to roll up your serves and dive into a unique dining experience. Watch a detailed demonstration before slipping on your stylish Sydney Seafood School apron and cooking up a storm—with experts close by to lend a hand. Then, sit back and savour your creation over a glass of wine.

If sitting back, relaxing and sipping away is a little more your style, the Sundowner Sessions offer a fun and informative cooking demonstration over drinks and canapés, followed by a sophisticated tasting in the private dining room.

There are classes for every palate and prowess, from the popular Spanish Paella class, where you’ll learn to create one of the world’s most famous seafood dishes or a class where you’ll learn everything there is to know about about filleting a fish, from the tools to techniques.

While seafood is indeed an Australian staple enjoyed year-round, there’s something extra special about enjoying the freshest catch in the warmer months—and Sydney Seafood School has a program of summer classes to help make the most of the festive seafood season. 

The three-hour Summer BBQ class draws inspiration from a rich variety of cuisines to reflect the diversity of Aussie food culture. You’ll learn recipes that are guaranteed crowd-pleasers, plus tips and techniques to take your barbecue and grilling skills to the next level, helping you bring that wow factor to your summer entertaining.

For a taste of the Mediterranean, the Summer Italian Class offers a refreshing take on Italian cuisine, teaching you how to bring fresh flavours to your summer meals. Plus, you’ll get expert tips on how to select great quality seafood without breaking the bank, so you can recreate the dishes at home with ease.

A special edition of the First Nations Masterclass series, A Koori Christmas brings passionate young Indigenous chefs, native ingredients and the original native food—seafood—together for a truly special culinary experience. Hosted by Luke Bourke (of Rockpool Bar & Grill) and the National Indigenous Culinary Institute, this epicurean adventure will have you serving up dishes like Prawn Cocktails with Lemon Myrtle Marie Rose and Barramundi and Pepperberry Tartare Sauce and leave you with the skills and knowledge to source, buy and pair native ingredients.

With seasonal class schedules, Sydney Seafood School ensures that guests are always treated to the freshest seasonal produce and can tailor the techniques to suit. This makes it the perfect excuse to keep coming back for more.

As Australia’s leading seafood cooking school, there’s something for every style, taste and skill level at Sydney Seafood School. Explore their latest calendar of experiences here to book now.