The prestigious Ballymaloe 12 Week Certificate is based on a structured program covering a wide variety of world cuisines and culinary techniques. Students are equipped with all the necessary skills to start a career as a professional chef.

> Next 12 Week Begins January

Whatever your cooking ability we have a course for you. Choose from a selection of courses ranging from 1/2 a day to a full intensive week.

> New 2019 Schedule now online

Cookery demonstrations take place almost every weekday at the School from 1.45pm to 5.00pm. Join our students for an afternoon.

This new 6 Week course at Ballymaloe Cookery School and  Organic Farm teaches students how to build a viable future through food systems and culture. 

Our 5 Week Summer Cookery Course is very popular with those who can't quite find the time to come on our 12 Week Course but are still interested in the full Ballymaloe Experience

Fermentation is and has always been an important part of a healthy diet.  We have lost many of the traditional fermented foods that would have been part of our diet.  Come and visit us and learn how to put these foods back into your familys diet.

The Cottages, once a collection of farm buildings, now beautifully restored student accommodation.

Our 100-acre organic farm provides us with an incredible variety of delicious fruit & vegetables.  While you are a student here you have access to the farm on a daily basis.  It is also possible to visit on a Farm Walk.

Our gardens are open to the public all year-round. A most pleasurable morning or afternoon can be passed meandering from one to the next. Wander through at your own pace alone or with friends or, if you prefer, our knowledgeable Garden Guides can accompany you during your visit...