Taster: History: The Life and Times of Alexis Soyer (The First Celebrity Chef)

Ref: C3533547

Alexis Soyer was more than just a cook - he was a celebrity, an entrepreneur, an inventor and a humanitarian. In his short life he made an impact not just on the world of food and cooking but on issues surrounding diet and nutrition for the very poorest and the weakest members of Victorian society. In this short course you will get to know both the flamboyant self publicist and the man who creating soup kitchens to feed the poor in Ireland. And there'll be a few recipes to try along the way...

Course aim

Introducing Alexis Soyer, the first celebrity chef!

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

  • This course is for beginners and improvers

By the end of the course I should be able to:

  • Tell other people about the life and work of this remarkable Victorian
  • Try some of his recipes from his cookbooks, adapted for home use
  • Sign up for the longer course about Soyer so I can learn more about him!

How will I be taught?

What kind of feedback can I expect?

What else do I need to know?

All relevant materials will be supplied.

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

What can I do next?

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Taster: History: The Life and Times of Alexis Soyer (The First Celebrity Chef)

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Conditions

As a registered charity, and to meet our funders’ requirements, we need to check a few things with you before you enrol. Please check the details below to ensure you meet the basic eligibility critiera:

  • You are paying the standard fee (with a credit or debit card) or you are on any of the qualifying benefits
  • You have a valid email address so that you can receive confirmation of your booking
  • You have been resident in the UK, EU or EEA for the last 3 years
  • You are aged 19 years or older on 1st September 2021
  • You declare that the address you provide is correct and that you will provide evidence of this and your eligibility to live and work in the UK
  • You have read and accept our standard terms and conditions

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