Language & School Cooking Incursions, since 2006
We empower students with knowledge and skills that develop confidence, while working as part of a team, in a safe environment. Every student creates and eats their healthy, authentic dish.
Language
Cooking
Education
Fun
What our Clients say…
“The Year 8 cooking incursion with Luca and his team was a fantastic event which will definitely be repeated next year. Luca has the set-up and delivery of this engaging workshop down to a fine art. The boys absolutely loved it and enjoyed both the language elements and hands-on cooking. The resources for classroom teachers to use were also very useful and engaging. The crêpes, dumplings and Spätzle were just delicious and there was plenty of food for all!”
Fiona
Assistant Head of Languages
The King’s School
“Thank you for bringing such a wonderful crepe making experience today at The Scots College. The boys enjoyed learning how to make a new food, and ‘dipping their toe in’ to something they have not experienced before. Thank you for creating an event in our School Calendar that is very memorable and promotes meaningful/important messages for our boys, allowing them to recognise that our world is much bigger than our own immediate and familiar surroundings. Events, food, new flavours and exciting cultural experiences like this truly impact the lives of our young people.”
James
Head of International Students
The Scots College
“The cooking incursion was an absolute hit with our Year 8 students. The girls were engaged and excited as they embarked on a culinary journey, learning to create delectable dishes – dumplings, crepes and chocolate salami. Luca and his team were professional, efficient and friendly as they guided the students throughout the cooking process. It was great to witness the sense of accomplishment and satisfaction on the students’ faces as they proudly presented their finished dishes. A delightful and immersive experience. Alla prossima.”
Liana
Head of Languages
Loreto Kirribilli
Cuisines & Dishes
Italian
Pasta fresca, Risotto, Salame di cioccolato, Strudel col gelato, Tiramisu all’ananas, Semifreddo
French
Crêpes, Galettes, Canons de D’Artagnan
Chinese
San choy bow, Chinese dumplings
Spanish
Albòndigas, Tortilla, Gazpacho, Guacamole nachos
Japanese
Shiitake mushroom rice, Sushi, Yakiudon noodle stir-fry
German
Apfelstrudel, Spätzle
Meet Chef Luca
Chef Luca is from Verona, Italy and grew up in the Valpolicella region on his family’s beautiful vineyard where he was surrounded by exceptional food, wine, and culture.
Luca’s family taught him the importance of cooking authentic, quality Italian food and much of his adult life has been devoted to his personal journey of exploring the culinary secrets of his ancestors.
The tools he developed during his early days of teaching the Italian language to Australian school students have been refined over the last 16 years to be integrated into the incursions we provide today.
Luca teaches all of our language & cooking courses – he knows how to capture the attention and interest of students and is an energetic and engaging teacher.
What Our Clients Say…
“As always, Luca and his staff were wonderful with our students. The energy, enthusiasm, and care that Luca brings to our school every year ensures that students have a productive and meaningful day. It extends their knowledge of cooking and food in the target language culture, and adds value to the classroom learning. Both students and teachers love the day and the food.”
Andrew
Head of Languages
Knox Grammar School
“Luca hosted a Japanese cooking incursion at our school for the fourth time this year, leaving a lasting impression on me and my students. Particularly with Covid safe protocols, Luca was responsible and innovative to make sure students enjoyed both the cooking experience while being extra safe and hygenic. My students remember the event as one of their fondest memories at school. Grazie, Luca!”
Allison
Language Coordinator
Tyndale Christian College
“Luca was an engaging performer teaching recipes in two target languages: French and Japanese. The students loved the taste of the foods and the historic links that were explained. During Covid Luca made sure that protective clothing was provided to all involved. So rewarding to watch the fun unfold! Will be doing this annually!”
Rebeca
Language Teacher
Warner’s Bay High School
