Masterclasses:
Learn from the experts
Learn the bold, smoky, and fire-cooked flavours of Mexican BBQ from the UK’s most awarded BBQ Chefs. With over a decade of experience cooking over fire, Sam and Shauna have just returned from an incredible two-month culinary journey across Mexico. Now, they’re bringing back the secrets of true Mexican BBQ—cooked over embers, kissed by smoke, and packed with vibrant flavours. No previous experience is necessary. You’ll enjoy a Mexican BBQ feast and leave with the skills to recreate it at home.
£165 per person
Includes all food and drinks
11am – 4pm
Mexican BBQ is deeply rooted in tradition. Cooked over wood and coals, using bold marinades, and layering smoke with spice. After traveling through Oaxaca, Puebla, Chiapas and the Yucatán, Sam and Shauna are ready to share what they’ve learned. From fire-roasted meats and slow-smoked barbacoa to handmade tacos and punchy salsas, this class will teach you how to master the vibrant world of authentic Mexican BBQ. We’ll cook over open flames, experiment with traditional techniques, and discover how to balance smoke, spice, and acidity to create unforgettable flavours.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 3 weeks before your class and receive a full refund. If you cancel less than 3 weeks before the class, you will be offered alternative, equivalent class dates without a refund unless the class is of lesser value (valid up to one year of initial purchase). If you cancel 4 days before your class, you could lose your payment as the place will be difficult to fill at the last minute and the produce will have been ordered. However, if we manage to fill your place, we can offer you a full refund.
Skills you will learn:
- Traditional Mexican BBQ techniques: cooking over fire, embers, and smoke
- Preparing and marinating meats for deeper flavour
- Authentic salsa making
- Cooking with traditional Mexican spices, chilies, and citrus
- Making hand-pressed tortillas for the freshest tacos
- Perfecting the balance of smoke, spice, fat and acid
Some examples of what we will cook together:
- Lamb Barbacoa – slow-cooked, fire-roasted lamb wrapped in leaves
- Conchita Pibil– Fire roasted Achiote Pork BBQ
- Tacos al Pastor – spit-roasted marinated pork or chicken with grilled pineapple
- Carne Asada – smoky, flame-grilled steak
- Handmade Corn Tortillas – fresh, warm, and pressed by hand
- Side dishes such as Elotes – grilled Mexican street corn with lime, mayo, and cheese
Customer Reviews
This is our second class with Sam and Shauna and it goes without saying that they are exceptional hosts. This American low and slow masterclass was informative and whilst more technical in content was none the less enjoyable, fun and engaging. Sam and Shauna are so very generous with their knowledge and answered all our questions. As ever delicious food and the picklebacks were a revelation! We will be back in the future. Thanks girls!
Wow! What an awesome day! I learnt so much about low and slow cooking. Be prepared to soak up a lot of information in the short time you’re there and definitely take a note book to record all the amazing tips and tricks of the trade. The ladies are so knowledgable and passionate about BBQ it’s hard not to be inspired! I had no idea that even the way animals are bread here vs the US could make such a difference to the cook of certain cuts. I will definitely be using all the things I learnt and trying out some slow cooking of my own.
We had the most amazing brisket, three types of pork ribs, armadillo eggs (not actual eggs ;-)) and fire cooked mac and cheese. Top that off with a little bit of sausage making. Phwaaar! Yes please!
If they have space available - sign up now because they sell out fast!
I was a regular when Sam and Shauna had Hang Fire and was over the moon at learning from them both with the Christmas masterclass.
Long and short, it was a great day: lovely company, delicious food and a good laugh. If you're thinking of signing up, do it! You won't regret it.
I've been cooking American-style BBQ for a few years but found myself in a rut, cooking the same things repeatedly. The masterclass has opened my eyes to the versatility of the BBQ and how to create delicious 'normal' meals with a BBQ twist. I'm looking forward to using it to cook Christmas dinner this year.
Thanks again both, Nadolig Llawen, and enjoy Mexico!
Great fun cooking with the girls, learnt a few tricks and most importantly ate loads of delicious food!
Lots of laughs had too
I went along to the Festive Masterclass with admittedly very little bbq knowledge/skill, but was never made to feel anything but valued and included and now feel encouraged and confident to use the tips, tricks and information I learned during a wonderful day with Sam and Shauna. Such a warm and welcoming couple, they made me feel completely at home in their gorgeous garden and impressive outdoor kitchen. Sam’s cooking skills are another level and she made the most delicious meal with apparent ease, but I know how much prep and planning had gone before in order to make it so seamless! We all got to try out butterflying individual pork loins and filling them with a delicious stuffing which we got to bring home once they had been cooked on the bbq. I learned so much while having the best fun and met some wonderful fellow classmates while eating amazing food! Thank you so much Sam and Shauna for all your hard work in making this a day to remember. I’ll see you next year!
