Fresh Fish Preparation Masterclass

Love fresh fish but feel unsure about preparing it yourself? 

Join our hands-on fish preparation masterclass and gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to prepare and cook a variety of fresh fish at home.

Led by Nick, a third-generation fishmonger with over 50 years of experience, this small, personal course (for one or two people) ensures you get dedicated, expert tuition.

What you'll learn

Over around two hours, Nick will guide you through:

  •  Identifying different fish species

  • Understanding seasonality and selecting the freshest fish

  • Descaling and gutting various fish

  • Filleting and boning with precision

  • Portioning fillets for perfect cooking

  • Preparing shellfish

While we won’t be cooking during the class, Nick will share expert tips on cooking methods—including grilling, poaching, and frying—to bring out the best flavours and textures.

Cost

£75.00 per person (includes all fish you prepare to take home). With a maximum of two people on each course.

Tea and coffee will be provided.

Who can attend?

18+ (or 16+ if accompanied by an adult also attending).

Suitable for beginners and keen home cooks alike.

How to book

Call us on 01264 852701, email enquiries@gastronicks.co.uk, or visit us in the shop.

Think this class would make a great gift?

Treat someone to a Gastro Nicks Gift Voucher to the value of the course - the perfect present for any seafood lover.

What to bring?

A sharp knife – preferably a filleting knife

Protective overalls/apron, optional gloves and all other equipment are provided but we do recommend you wear old shoes.

Terms and conditions

Your place will not be confirmed until we’ve received full payment.

We reserve the right to cancel the course if, for example, there are adverse weather conditions for the fishing boats, fish or materials are unavailable, or staff become unwell. In this event, we will offer the customer the option to either receive a refund or re-book onto a future course.

If you need to cancel a workshop, for any reason, it may be cancelled up to one week before the workshop date. A 10% cancellation fee will be charged to cover administration costs.

No refunds will be made within one week of the course date.