our classes
Cooking is an art form, an expression of life. At Asian Garden Cooking School, we admire the philosophy and techniques of Asian Cuisine.
We strive to share our knowledge of Asian cooking, and most importantly allow you to seek enlightenment in the process of cooking and socialising.
If you enjoy cooking, you’ll love unlocking the secrets of fresh ingredients, many of which are grown in our own market garden onsite, which you will pick and use to create an authentic Asian meal.
End the class by sitting down and enjoying your own cooked meals with a glass of wine or beer with new friends and admire your skills.
We run day and evening classes, you can either book into an existing class online; or you can book for a special event or function.
Please note, due to the ingredients we use during the cooking process (fish sauce, oyster sauce, shrimp paste etc.) our general classes are not suitable for vegans/vegetarians.
Some dietary requirements can be catered for, but please let us know at the time of booking or please see our calendar for special vegetarian/vegan classes.
Classes:
september, 2026
wednesday, 23 september5:30 pm- 9:30 pmVietnamese HolidayAvailable
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Welcome to Vietnam Hoi Chi Minh City, enjoy a cold Veitnamese beer and the tasty street food…
Recipes inspired by holiday from Hoi Chi Minh , Vietnam
Summer Fresh Spring Rolls with Chicken
– Light and refreshing rice paper rolls filled with chicken, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables.
Crispy Pork Belly with Asian Dipping Sauce
– Golden crispy pork belly served with a flavourful Asian-style dipping sauce.
Vietnamese Chicken Curry
– Aromatic chicken curry simmered in a rich coconut-infused Vietnamese curry sauce.
Vietnamese Authentic Pancake with Prawn and Garden Salad
– Crispy Vietnamese savoury pancake filled with prawns, served with fresh garden salad and herbs.
Event Details
Welcome to Vietnam Hoi Chi
Event Details
Welcome to Vietnam Hoi Chi Minh City, enjoy a cold Veitnamese beer and the tasty street food…
Recipes inspired by holiday from Hoi Chi Minh , Vietnam
Time
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Asian Garden Cooking School
7 Whitchurch Place, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Organizer
Asian Garden Cooking School
Dishes
Summer Fresh Spring Rolls with Chicken
– Light and refreshing rice paper rolls filled with chicken, fresh herbs, and crisp vegetables.
Crispy Pork Belly with Asian Dipping Sauce
– Golden crispy pork belly served with a flavourful Asian-style dipping sauce.
Vietnamese Chicken Curry
– Aromatic chicken curry simmered in a rich coconut-infused Vietnamese curry sauce.
Vietnamese Authentic Pancake with Prawn and Garden Salad
– Crispy Vietnamese savoury pancake filled with prawns, served with fresh garden salad and herbs.
saturday, 26 september10:00 am- 2:00 pmFRENCH meets VIETNAMESE Cooking ClassAvailable
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Special Guest: Chef Gilles Thebault (Le Panier Ltd Bakery)
Join us for an exclusive one-off cooking experience where French artistry meets Vietnamese flavour!
In this special class, Chef Gilles Thebault, the talented French baker and owner of Le Panier Ltd Bakery, will guide you through a delicious fusion journey of French technique and Asian inspiration.
You’ll learn to craft four mouth-watering dishes, including:
Authentic French Bread, baked from scratch under Chef Gilles’ expert guidance
A selection of Vietnamese and Asian fusion dishes that beautifully blend fragrance, texture, and spice
This class offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a French chef with a passion for both European and Asian cuisines. Perfect for food lovers who enjoy discovering global flavours, hands-on cooking, and unforgettable culinary experiences!
One-time special event — don’t miss it!
️ Limited seats available
Authentic French Bread — Freshly baked artisan loaves from Le Panier Bakery.
Vietnamese Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce — Juicy marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with rich, nutty peanut sauce.
Vietnamese-Style Coconut Cream Soup — Fragrant, silky coconut broth infused with lemongrass and herbs.
French-Style Lemon Tart — A delicate balance of tangy citrus and buttery pastry.
Event Details
Special
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Event Details
Special Guest: Chef Gilles Thebault (Le Panier Ltd Bakery)
Join us for an exclusive one-off cooking experience where French artistry meets Vietnamese flavour!
In this special class, Chef Gilles Thebault, the talented French baker and owner of Le Panier Ltd Bakery, will guide you through a delicious fusion journey of French technique and Asian inspiration.
You’ll learn to craft four mouth-watering dishes, including:
Authentic French Bread, baked from scratch under Chef Gilles’ expert guidance
A selection of Vietnamese and Asian fusion dishes that beautifully blend fragrance, texture, and spice
This class offers a rare opportunity to learn directly from a French chef with a passion for both European and Asian cuisines. Perfect for food lovers who enjoy discovering global flavours, hands-on cooking, and unforgettable culinary experiences!
One-time special event — don’t miss it!
️ Limited seats available
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Asian Garden Cooking School
7 Whitchurch Place, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Organizer
Asian Garden Cooking School
Dishes
Authentic French Bread — Freshly baked artisan loaves from Le Panier Bakery.
Vietnamese Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce — Juicy marinated chicken grilled to perfection and served with rich, nutty peanut sauce.
Vietnamese-Style Coconut Cream Soup — Fragrant, silky coconut broth infused with lemongrass and herbs.
French-Style Lemon Tart — A delicate balance of tangy citrus and buttery pastry.
monday, 28 september10:00 am- 2:00 pmKids Cooking Class – Asian Food Adventure!Available
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Little Chefs, Big Flavours!
Get ready for a hands-on cooking adventure across Asia! In this exciting kids’ cooking class, young chefs will make 2 entrées and 2 mains, while discovering fun flavours and dishes inspired by Chinese, Thai and Asian-style cooking.
Kids will get to mix, fold, season and cook alongside our chef, learning new kitchen skills while making a delicious feast they can be proud of!
Crispy Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Golden and crispy spring rolls filled with fresh vegetables and vermicelli noodles, served as a delicious starter.
Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Tender marinated chicken skewers served with a rich and creamy peanut sauce inspired by traditional Asian flavours.
Chicken Fried Rice
A classic favourite made with chicken, vegetables, egg, and rice, stir-fried together for a tasty and satisfying meal.
Pad Thai Chicken Stir Fry
Thailand’s most famous noodle dish, featuring stir-fried rice noodles, chicken, egg, bean sprouts, and a sweet tangy sauce.
Event Details
Little Chefs, Big Flavours! Get
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Event Details
Little Chefs, Big Flavours!
Get ready for a hands-on cooking adventure across Asia! In this exciting kids’ cooking class, young chefs will make 2 entrées and 2 mains, while discovering fun flavours and dishes inspired by Chinese, Thai and Asian-style cooking.
Kids will get to mix, fold, season and cook alongside our chef, learning new kitchen skills while making a delicious feast they can be proud of!
Time
(Monday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Location
Asian Garden Cooking School
7 Whitchurch Place, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Dishes
Crispy Vegetarian Spring Rolls
Golden and crispy spring rolls filled with fresh vegetables and vermicelli noodles, served as a delicious starter.
Chicken Skewers with Peanut Sauce
Tender marinated chicken skewers served with a rich and creamy peanut sauce inspired by traditional Asian flavours.
Chicken Fried Rice
A classic favourite made with chicken, vegetables, egg, and rice, stir-fried together for a tasty and satisfying meal.
Pad Thai Chicken Stir Fry
Thailand’s most famous noodle dish, featuring stir-fried rice noodles, chicken, egg, bean sprouts, and a sweet tangy sauce.
wednesday, 30 september5:30 pm- 9:30 pmThai Garden SecretsAvailable
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Here they are – the classic Thai Garden Restaurant menu recipes which are our customers favourite
Guri Puffs with Vegetarian Filling & Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce
– Crispy golden pastry puffs filled with vegetables and herbs, served with sweet chilli dipping sauce.
Crispy Pork Belly with Asian Dipping Sauce (GF)
– Crunchy pork belly with a flavourful Asian-style dipping sauce.
Singapore Satay Stir-Fried Chicken (GF)
– Tender chicken stir-fried in a rich and creamy satay sauce.
Panang Chicken Curry (GF)
– A classic Thai curry with chicken, coconut cream, and aromatic spices.
Event Details
Here they are - the classic Thai Garden Restaurant menu recipes which are our customers favourite
Event Details
Here they are – the classic Thai Garden Restaurant menu recipes which are our customers favourite
Time
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Location
Asian Garden Cooking School
7 Whitchurch Place, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Organizer
Asian Garden Cooking School
Dishes
Guri Puffs with Vegetarian Filling & Thai Sweet Chilli Sauce
– Crispy golden pastry puffs filled with vegetables and herbs, served with sweet chilli dipping sauce.
Crispy Pork Belly with Asian Dipping Sauce (GF)
– Crunchy pork belly with a flavourful Asian-style dipping sauce.
Singapore Satay Stir-Fried Chicken (GF)
– Tender chicken stir-fried in a rich and creamy satay sauce.
Panang Chicken Curry (GF)
– A classic Thai curry with chicken, coconut cream, and aromatic spices.
