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:
april, 2026
saturday, 11 april10:00 amThai Classic and Dumpling Class3 spaces available
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Discover the vibrant flavours of Thailand in this hands-on cooking class designed for food lovers of all levels.
Learn to create authentic Thai classics bursting with fresh herbs, aromatic spices, and bold flavours
— paired with the joy of crafting delicate, handmade dumplings from scratch.

Experience the vibrant flavours of Thailand with a beautifully curated menu that blends freshness, aromatic spices, and authentic Thai techniques.
In this class, you’ll create a variety of classic dishes showcasing the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy — all made from scratch.
- Chicken summer fresh rolls with archa dipping sauce
- Pan fried chicken dumplings with panang sauce
- Chicken green curry
- Pad Thai noodles stir fry with Chicken.

Event Details
Discover the vibrant flavours of
Event Details
Discover the vibrant flavours of Thailand in this hands-on cooking class designed for food lovers of all levels.
Learn to create authentic Thai classics bursting with fresh herbs, aromatic spices, and bold flavours
— paired with the joy of crafting delicate, handmade dumplings from scratch.

Time
(Saturday) 10:00 am
Location
Asian Garden Cooking School
7 Whitchurch Place, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Organizer
Asian Garden Cooking School
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Dishes
Experience the vibrant flavours of Thailand with a beautifully curated menu that blends freshness, aromatic spices, and authentic Thai techniques.
In this class, you’ll create a variety of classic dishes showcasing the perfect balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy — all made from scratch.
- Chicken summer fresh rolls with archa dipping sauce
- Pan fried chicken dumplings with panang sauce
- Chicken green curry
- Pad Thai noodles stir fry with Chicken.

wednesday, 15 april5:30 pmOld Saigon QuarterAvailable
DURATION: Approx 3 hours
Learn some fundamentals of Vietnamese ingredients and flavours. Recipes inspired by the street food of Saigon/ Ho Chi Minh City.
Start your class with a cold Vietnamese Beer…


This class is based on a few small Vietnamese tasting dishes:
Fresh Spring Roll with Pork, Prawn, Mint and Coriander
Vietnamese crispy prawn with dipping sauce
Lemongrass turmeric marinated Chicken Stir fry
Vietnamese Spicy noodle stir fry with Chicken

Event Details
Learn some fundamentals of Vietnamese
Event Details
Learn some fundamentals of Vietnamese ingredients and flavours. Recipes inspired by the street food of Saigon/ Ho Chi Minh City.
Start your class with a cold Vietnamese Beer…


Time
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm
Location
Asian Garden Cooking School
7 Whitchurch Place, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Organizer
Asian Garden Cooking School
Dishes
This class is based on a few small Vietnamese tasting dishes:
Fresh Spring Roll with Pork, Prawn, Mint and Coriander
Vietnamese crispy prawn with dipping sauce
Lemongrass turmeric marinated Chicken Stir fry
Vietnamese Spicy noodle stir fry with Chicken

saturday, 18 april10:00 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
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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.


wednesday, 22 april5:30 pmLittle Saigon FusionAvailable
DURATION: Approx 4 hours
Learn some fundamentals of Vietnamese ingredients and flavours. Recipes inspired by the street food of Saigon/ Ho Chi Minh City.
Start your class with a cold Vietnamese Beer…


This class is based on a few small Vietnamese tasting dishes:
Fresh Spring Roll with Pork, Mint and Coriander (gf)
Crispy prawn with dipping sauce (gf)
Vietnamese chicken curry (gf)
Spicy noodle stir fry with Chicken

Event Details
Learn some fundamentals of Vietnamese
Event Details
Learn some fundamentals of Vietnamese ingredients and flavours. Recipes inspired by the street food of Saigon/ Ho Chi Minh City.
Start your class with a cold Vietnamese Beer…


Time
(Wednesday) 5:30 pm
Location
Asian Garden Cooking School
7 Whitchurch Place, Harewood, Christchurch 8051, New Zealand
Organizer
Asian Garden Cooking School
Dishes
This class is based on a few small Vietnamese tasting dishes:
Fresh Spring Roll with Pork, Mint and Coriander (gf)
Crispy prawn with dipping sauce (gf)
Vietnamese chicken curry (gf)
Spicy noodle stir fry with Chicken

saturday, 25 april10:00 amThai 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 HOT….
Fresh summer rolls with thai sweet chili sauce (gf)
Crispy Pork Belly with dipping sauce (gf)
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
(Saturday) 10:00 am
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 HOT….
Fresh summer rolls with thai sweet chili sauce (gf)
Crispy Pork Belly with dipping sauce (gf)
Chicken green curry (gf)
Pad thai with chicken (gf)

wednesday, 29 april5:30 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 pork belly with Asian dipping sauce (gf)
Singapore satay stir fried chicken (gf)
Panang chicken curry-(gf) with roti


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
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 pork belly with Asian dipping sauce (gf)
Singapore satay stir fried chicken (gf)
Panang chicken curry-(gf) with roti











