A Night in Scotland : Celebrating Robert Burns with Chef Judith McLoughlin
Slà inte Mhath! (Good Health!)
Join us for a truly unforgettable evening as we welcome celebrated Chef and author Judith McLoughlin (author of Shamrock and the Peach) for a special demonstration class honoring the legacy and flavors of Scotland’s most famous poet, Robert Burns.
Chef Judith is known for her warm, engaging teaching style and her expertise in fusing traditional Scottish recipes with a touch of Southern grace. In this elegant demonstration, you’ll learn the techniques behind rich, comforting winter dishes that define Scottish holiday feasting.
You will watch Chef Judith prepare each course step-by-step, share her fascinating stories and history behind the dishes, and then savor generous tasting portions of every item on the menu. The evening will be capped off with a “wee dram” of fine Scotch Whisky, perfectly complementing our final course.
This is a seated, tasting, and educational experience—perfect for a cold winter’s night!
Menu: A Celebration of Scottish Winter Comfort
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Course |
Dish |
Description & Pairing Note |
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Welcome Bite |
Scottish Oatcakes with Smoked Salmon, Mackerel, and Date |
A hearty starter bite, balancing the salty fish with the texture of the oatcake and the sweetness of the date. |
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First Course |
Potato and Leek Soup with Truffle Oil |
Rich, warming, and velvety smooth; a classic winter soup elevated with the luxurious scent of truffle. |
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Main Course |
Slow Braised Beef with Puff Pastry, Winter Vegetables, Neeps, and Tatties |
Tender, slow-cooked beef encased in golden puff pastry, served with classic Scottish sides: Neeps (turnips/rutabaga) and Tatties (potatoes). |
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Dessert |
Classic Crème Brûlée with a “Wee Dram” of Whisky |
The perfect caramelized finish, served alongside a small pour of fine Scotch whisky to complete the celebration. |
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What To Expect: Demonstration Class Format
This is a Chef Demonstration and Tasting experience. Unlike our hands-on classes, you will be seated comfortably while Chef Judith prepares each dish right in front of you.
- You will sit, watch, and learn in a relaxed, social environment led by our professional chef instructor.
- You will receive generous tasting portions of every course prepared, allowing you to sample the final dish and learn how to evaluate flavor.
- The class is 2.5 hours, as noted above.
- We will serve two glasses of wine per person during the tasting portion of the class, in addition to the included “wee dram” of whisky.
Mis En Place recipes are developed using common cooking and baking ingredients that may or may not be specified in the menu titles, including various fruits and vegetables, nuts, meats, spices, wheat flours, etc. If you have a food allergy, please check with Mis En Place Cooking Studio before attending the class. Adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.