If convenience is your priority then you should seriously consider Food Sorcery Cookery School. Since they are located at Wilmslow Road in Didsbury and City Centre Deansgate Square, you will not have any issues finding their establishments.

In case you want to bring your car, we are happy to share that there are many parking spots available here.

When it comes to their chefs, we are impressed with the qualifications of their team members. For instance, Jan Cron has over 20 years of experience working at Michelin-starred restaurants in the UK and the rest of the world.

There is a detailed bio for each of their instructors available on their website. We appreciate this as potential students can use this as a reference in finding the most suitable chef for them.

Another thing that made them stand out to us is their Cooking Together lessons. Here, you will have the option to cook with special people in your life such as your child, partner, friend, colleague, and others.

We also like that they have seasoned chefs on their team.  For example, one of their chefs, Alex Worrall, has 24 years of experience in professional catering under his belt.

Saddleworth Cookery School stood out to us because of their inclusivity. Here, they have programs for students of all ages.

One thing we particularly like is that this school has a specially-designed class for children. 

In fact, there are even instances where young students request to hold their birthday parties here. Most likely, this is because of the relaxed environment that allows them to enjoy as they learn the basics of cooking. 

Just keep in mind that you would need to reserve weeks in advance, in case you want to book the entire venue for a celebration.

On the other hand, there are also classes for adults here. You can choose between their one-off speciality classes or themed workshops if you are after casual cooking lessons only.

As for those who want to take it up a notch, we are happy to share that they also offer short courses. We like that this option is available for more advanced students. 

Aside from age, they also cater to food restrictions. For instance, they have vegetarian and vegan classes — which is sweet if you ask us.

We also commend them for providing a bonus to budget-conscious students. If you head to their website, you can sometimes access a £25 gift certificate.

As for those who are on the hunt for more advanced cooking classes, we believe that The Cheshire Cookery School can cater to you well. We especially like that they are established and have been operational since 2009.

Through the years, they were able to collect much positive feedback and foster good relationships with their clients.  In fact, a lot of their students are referrals from previous happy customers.  

It is also commendable that they have a brief background for all of their staff members available on their website. You may use this to help you decide which one is the best instructor for you.

Furthermore, we find it convenient that all of their classes are posted on a calendar that you may access the calendar both on their website or office. 

You may also call them and someone from their team will brief you about their upcoming activities.

The only downside is that they are strict with their refund policy. With this, it would be best to be sure that you can commit to the classes before paying for a class or purchasing a voucher. 

Indian cuisine is one of the richest cuisines out there. If this is something that you want to pursue, you may consider Indian Cookery Course.

We like that their instructors have roots in India. With this, they can teach you how to prepare authentic dishes.

On top of this, it is also commendable that they are straightforward when it comes to their pricing — which is rare when compared to other cooking classes in the area.

If you want to attend classes by yourself, you will be charged £150. After the lesson, you will have an output  that is good for up to six people, which is great because you can bond with your loved ones afterwards.

In case you want to bring a friend, a session would cost £250. This is a popular gift for loved ones who are celebrating birthdays, anniversaries, and other special occasions. 

You may also bring up to six people and take the classes together. This will cost you £400, making it significantly affordable compared to other group cooking lessons in the area.

We like that equipment and ingredients are included in the cost. This means that all you need to bring is yourself and your companions (if there are any).

The only downside is that they are only limited to Indian food. If you want to explore more varied cuisines, it may be best to check other instructors. 

On top of this, most of their classes are scheduled on weekends. In case you prefer to do so during the weekday, it would be best to coordinate with them.

Preparing meals as a vegan and vegetarian can be tricky. This is why we believe that training from Vegetarian Society Cookery School can come in handy in maintaining such a lifestyle.

We like that they have a wide range of classes available from street food to desserts.

On top of this, they also have classes for region-specific cuisines. They have Indian, Japanese, Middle-Eastern, African, and more.

We like that you may choose among these classes or you can also take them one at a time. 

We also commend them for having an organised catalogue of their classes. Through this, you can easily find slots that would fit your schedule. 

Furthermore, they even have “school-friendly” classes that are specifically made for younger students who have academic responsibilities. We think that this is great if you want your kids to have culinary training. 

Another thing that sets them apart from other cooking classes is that they have free recipes available on their website. Anyone can use this as a reference for their next meals – generous, right?

Of course, the only downside is that they are limited to vegan and vegetarian dishes only. If you are the type who wants to explore meat and other ingredients, you should consider other cooking lesson providers in the area.