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Dear all customers,
Our cooking class is back open now…. please book online now…
Please contact us on 03 3745650, or email : neptune@agh.co.nz
Thank you for everyone’s support!
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We have a wide variety of classes available at various times throughout the week – find one that suits your schedule and click Book Now!
Costs, Times and Duration
- Day Class (Starting at 10am, approx 3 – 4 hours)
- Evening Class (Starting at 5.30pm, approx 3 hours)
What does the experience include?
Learn the secrets of Asian cooking, and create a selection of entrees, main meals and desserts. You will pick herbs from our garden onsite, and receive full instruction and demonstration during the preparation. Then sit down to enjoy your culinary creations at the end of the class with complimentary wine, beer, tea and coffee.
Group Bookings
We welcome the opportunity to host your birthday parties, team building events or corporate functions. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
What should I bring?
Please wear enclosed footwear as you will be handling knives and hot liquids.
You don’t need to bring anything else – we provide all aprons, knives, utensils etc. for you to use during the duration of the class.
Dietary Needs
If you have any food allergies, please give us a call on 03 359 8917. 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.
We do however, have specific vegetarian/vegan, gluten free or non-seafood classes – browse our calendar for dates.
Is food provided?
Yes! You will dine on the recipes prepared during the class, and enjoy it with complementary wine and beer.
Children
We welcome children over 12 who are keen cooks. Sorry, no babies or strollers.
Cancellations, Refunds and No-shows
Bookings are non-refundable unless 5 days notice is given. If you need to cancel or change a class, please call us on 03 359 8917.
august, 2026
wednesday, 12 august5:30 pm- 9:30 pmThai Family FavouritesAvailable
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Who doesn’t like to impress their families? We bring back some of the favorites from our earlier classes for you to recreate at home.
Thai Family Favorites, start your class with a cup of warm Asian coffee or a Cold Vietnamese Beer
Fresh Spring Rolls with Chicken (gf)
Bangkok Chicken Skewers with peanut sauce (gf)
Green Curry with prawn (gf)
Crispy Chicken and Cashew nut Stir Fry in chilli jam sauce (can be GF)
Event Details
Who doesn't like to impress
Event Details
Who doesn’t like to impress their families? We bring back some of the favorites from our earlier classes for you to recreate at home.
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
Thai Family Favorites, start your class with a cup of warm Asian coffee or a Cold Vietnamese Beer
Fresh Spring Rolls with Chicken (gf)
Bangkok Chicken Skewers with peanut sauce (gf)
Green Curry with prawn (gf)
Crispy Chicken and Cashew nut Stir Fry in chilli jam sauce (can be GF)
saturday, 15 august10:00 am- 2:00 pmFRENCH meets VIETNAMESE Cooking Class2 spaces available
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
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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
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Price: $150.00
2 Tickets remaining!
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.
wednesday, 19 august5:30 pm- 9:30 pmThai Village SpecialAvailable
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Let’s learn some fundamentals of THAI Food ingredients and flavors fresh from the village!
Please be aware this class will be FUN….
Fresh summer rolls Chicken with Thai sweet chili sauce (gf)
Crispy Pork Belly with Archa dipping sauce (gf)
Thai Chicken Green curry (gf)
Pad Thai with chicken (gf)
Event Details
Let's learn some fundamentals of THAI Food ingredients and flavors fresh from the village!
Event Details
Let’s learn some fundamentals of THAI Food ingredients and flavors fresh from the village!
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
Please be aware this class will be FUN….
Fresh summer rolls Chicken with Thai sweet chili sauce (gf)
Crispy Pork Belly with Archa dipping sauce (gf)
Thai Chicken Green curry (gf)
Pad Thai with chicken (gf)
saturday, 22 august10:00 am- 2:00 pmSold Out!Thai Garden SecretsFull
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
(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
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.
wednesday, 26 august5:30 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, 29 august10:00 am- 2:00 pmHo Chi Minh Street FoodAvailable
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Experience the vibrant flavours of Ho Chi Minh City in this hands-on cooking class at Asian Garden Cooking School. Over 3–4 hours, you will learn to create two delicious entrées and two authentic Vietnamese street food favourites, guided by our expert chefs. Enjoy a fun, interactive cooking experience while discovering the fresh ingredients, techniques, and bold flavours that make Vietnamese cuisine so loved around the world.
Experience the vibrant flavours of Ho Chi Minh City’s famous street food in this hands-on cooking class.
Learn to create four authentic Vietnamese favourites packed with fresh herbs, bold flavours, and traditional techniques.
Fresh Rice Paper Rolls with Chicken
Fresh rice paper rolls filled with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and fragrant herbs.
Vietnamese Crispy Prawns with Wasabi Mayo
Green crispy prawns served with a zesty wasabi mayo dipping sauce.
Vietnamese Pancake with Chicken & Asian Herbs
A crispy Vietnamese pancake filled with savoury chicken and fresh Asian herbs.
Lemongrass & Turmeric Marinated Chicken Stir Fry
Tender chicken marinated in aromatic lemongrass and turmeric, stir-fried to perfection.
Event Details
Experience the vibrant flavours of
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Event Details
Experience the vibrant flavours of Ho Chi Minh City in this hands-on cooking class at Asian Garden Cooking School. Over 3–4 hours, you will learn to create two delicious entrées and two authentic Vietnamese street food favourites, guided by our expert chefs. Enjoy a fun, interactive cooking experience while discovering the fresh ingredients, techniques, and bold flavours that make Vietnamese cuisine so loved around the world.
Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Dishes
Experience the vibrant flavours of Ho Chi Minh City’s famous street food in this hands-on cooking class.
Learn to create four authentic Vietnamese favourites packed with fresh herbs, bold flavours, and traditional techniques.
Fresh Rice Paper Rolls with Chicken
Fresh rice paper rolls filled with tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and fragrant herbs.
Vietnamese Crispy Prawns with Wasabi Mayo
Green crispy prawns served with a zesty wasabi mayo dipping sauce.
Vietnamese Pancake with Chicken & Asian Herbs
A crispy Vietnamese pancake filled with savoury chicken and fresh Asian herbs.
Lemongrass & Turmeric Marinated Chicken Stir Fry
Tender chicken marinated in aromatic lemongrass and turmeric, stir-fried to perfection.
