{"title":"Workshops","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1kh7b6b\" data-start=\"329\" data-end=\"350\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLearn the Smokiness\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"411\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"352\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eStep away from the supermarket and into the smokehouse.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"679\"\u003eJoin us in the Cambrian Mountains for hands-on workshops in BBQ, fire cooking, smoking and curing. Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, you'll leave with new techniques, plenty of great food and the confidence to recreate it at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"724\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eChoose your next smoky adventure below.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bbq-firecooking-workshop","title":"BBQ \u0026 Firecooking Workshop","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"284\" data-end=\"540\"\u003eEver wanted to cook over fire? Perhaps you've mastered the burgers and sausages but want to take your BBQ to the next level. Maybe you've watched chefs creating incredible dishes over flames and wondered where to start, or what equipment you actually need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"542\" data-end=\"758\"\u003eLive-fire cooking is one of the oldest and most rewarding ways to prepare food. It's hands-on, instinctive and brings you back to a simple connection with the fire, the ingredients and the people you're cooking with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"760\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eDuring the day we'll explore a wide range of live-fire cooking techniques while preparing a seasonal feast for us all to enjoy together around the fire. Expect plenty of flames, smoke, good conversation and, hopefully, a little bit of charcoal on your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eWe'll cover everything from lighting and managing a fire to choosing the right fuels and woods. You'll have the chance to cook using a variety of equipment, including our wood-fired brick oven, fire cage, Weber Kettles, Kamado Joe and simple fire pits, while learning techniques that you can easily recreate at home. We'll also look at cast iron cookware, Dutch ovens and potjies, how to look after them and how to get the very best from them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1463\" data-end=\"1661\"\u003eCome hungry! Your late lunch will be prepared by the group and cooked entirely over fire with plenty to eat along the way. Please let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements at least two weeks before the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003eAt the end of the day you'll head home with a recipe pack, equipment recommendations, plenty of new ideas and, if we've done things properly, slightly smoky clothes, charcoal under your fingernails and a smile on your face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2027 workshop dates will be announced in the autumn, with additional dates added throughout the spring as our event calendar is confirmed. If your preferred date isn't available yet, please check back soon or\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/2158a37923e5\/welshhomestead-smokery-lp\" title=\"Mailing List\"\u003e join our mailing list\u003c\/a\u003e to be the first to hear when new dates are released.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Welshhomestead Smokery","offers":[{"title":"Sat 22nd Aug 2026","offer_id":57141235319164,"sku":null,"price":105.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/0109\/8108\/files\/IMG_E2987.jpg?v=1790009635"},{"product_id":"smoking-curing-workshop","title":"Smoking \u0026 Curing Workshop","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"439\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover the ancient art of smoking and curing food, and learn how these traditional techniques can transform everyday ingredients into something truly special.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"441\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eDuring the day we'll explore everything from the cold smoking methods we use here at Welshhomestead Smokery to hot smoking and even a little live-fire BBQ for good measure. Whether you're completely new to smoking or looking to build on your existing skills, you'll leave with the confidence to recreate these techniques at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003eWe'll cover the history and science behind smoking and curing, looking at everything from fire management, fuels and woods to salts, sugars and food safety. You'll discover how to smoke meats, fish, cheese and vegetables using equipment ranging from simple homemade setups to modern digital smokers, and learn when cold smoking, hot smoking or curing is the right technique for the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eIn the afternoon you'll cure your own streaky bacon to take home, ready to finish curing in your own fridge. Then it's over to you—cook it as it is or take it one step further and smoke it yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1351\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003eThroughout the day you'll enjoy a seasonal smoky lunch prepared together, and there'll be plenty of opportunities to ask questions, compare techniques and share ideas with fellow food lovers. Please let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements at least two weeks before the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003eAt the end of the day you'll head home with a comprehensive handout packed with recipes, equipment recommendations, supplier details and enough knowledge to start your own smoking and curing adventures. And, if we've done things properly, you'll also leave smelling faintly of woodsmoke and already planning what you're going to smoke first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1985\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2027 workshop dates will be announced in the autumn, with additional dates added throughout the spring as our event calendar is confirmed. If your preferred date isn't available yet, please check back soon or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/2158a37923e5\/welshhomestead-smokery-lp\" title=\"Mailing List\"\u003ejoin our mailing list\u003c\/a\u003e to be the first to hear when new dates are released.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Welshhomestead Smokery","offers":[{"title":"Friday 21st Aug 2026","offer_id":57141249573244,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/0109\/8108\/files\/20260424_125827.jpg?v=1790009591"},{"product_id":"perserving-over-fire-workshop","title":"Preserving Over Fire Workshop","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"535\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWE ARE TRYING TO CONFIRM A DATE FOR THIS WORKSHOP IN 2026. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN COMING PLEASE CONTACT US\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"270\" data-end=\"535\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eIs there anything more satisfying than opening a jar of jam you made in the height of summer on a cold winter's day and being greeted by the smell of fresh fruit? Or placing a homemade chutney alongside the cheeseboard at Christmas and knowing you made it yourself?\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eWe all buy jars of preserves from the supermarket, but have you ever wondered just how much you could make at home? If you've dreamt of filling your pantry with rows of beautiful jars but aren't quite sure where to begin, this workshop is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003eTogether we'll explore a wide range of traditional food preservation techniques, from simple jams and chutneys to the fascinating world of pressure canning. You'll learn how ingredients like salt, sugar and vinegar work to preserve food naturally, and gain the confidence to create delicious preserves safely in your own kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eWe'll get hands-on sterilising jars and bottles before heading to our outdoor kitchen, where live fires will bubble away as we make seasonal jams, chutneys and pickles together. We'll also introduce American-style pressure canning, allowing you to safely preserve everything from soups and beans to fish and meat, as well as touching on smoking, drying and fermentation as other time-honoured methods of preserving food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eUsing as much seasonal produce as possible, we'll spend the day bottling the flavours of the season for you to enjoy long after they've disappeared from the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003eAt the end of the day you'll head home with a selection of the preserves we've made together, a comprehensive handout packed with recipes, ideas and techniques, and the confidence to begin filling your own shelves with homemade goodness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2182\"\u003eWe'll share a simple seasonal lunch together during the day. Please let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements at least two weeks before the workshop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2184\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003eAnd if we've done things properly, you'll find yourself looking at every surplus apple, blackberry hedge and glut of tomatoes as another excuse to reach for a preserving pan.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Welshhomestead Smokery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57141394211196,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/0109\/8108\/files\/20220614_135035.jpg?v=1790009561"},{"product_id":"smoking-curing-gift-voucher","title":"Smoking \u0026 Curing Workshop Gift Voucher","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"226\" data-end=\"274\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGive the gift of a truly unique food experience.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"457\"\u003ePerfect for anyone who loves great food, traditional skills or simply enjoys learning something new, this gift voucher can be redeemed against any of our Smoking \u0026amp; Curing Workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eThe recipient will spend a day with us at Welsh Smokery learning the ancient arts of smoking and curing, from cold smoking meats, fish and cheese to curing their own bacon to take home. They'll enjoy a seasonal smoky lunch, receive a comprehensive recipe and information pack, and leave with the confidence to start smoking and curing at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"989\"\u003eWhether it's for a birthday, Christmas, Father's Day or simply because they deserve a day doing something they'll remember, this is a gift that lasts far longer than the wrapping paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003eThis voucher is valid for one place on a Smoking \u0026amp; Curing Workshop. Once purchased, simply contact us to book onto a suitable workshop date.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003e2027 workshop dates will be announced in the autumn, with additional dates added throughout the spring as our event calendar is confirmed. If your preferred date isn't available yet, please check back soon or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/2158a37923e5\/welshhomestead-smokery-lp\" title=\"Mailing List\"\u003ejoin our mailing list\u003c\/a\u003e to be the first to hear when new dates are released.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Welshhomestead Smokery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57141397717372,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0960\/0109\/8108\/files\/Voucher2.png?v=1783261736"},{"product_id":"bbq-fire-cooking-workshop-voucher","title":"BBQ \u0026 Fire Cooking Workshop Voucher","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"195\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eGive the gift of a day around the fire.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"407\"\u003ePerfect for food lovers, BBQ enthusiasts or anyone who's ever wanted to take their outdoor cooking beyond burgers and sausages, this gift voucher can be redeemed against any of our BBQ \u0026amp; Fire Cooking Workshops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eThe recipient will spend the day with us at Welshhomestead Smokery learning the art of live-fire cooking, from building and managing a fire to cooking over charcoal, wood and flame using a range of traditional and modern equipment. They'll enjoy a seasonal fire-cooked feast, receive a recipe and information pack, and head home inspired to light the fire and cook outdoors more often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eWhether it's for a birthday, Christmas, Father's Day or simply because they deserve a memorable day out, this is a gift they'll be talking about long after the last embers have gone out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003eThis voucher is valid for one place on a BBQ \u0026amp; Fire Cooking Workshop. Once purchased, simply contact us to book onto a suitable workshop date.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1121\"\u003e2027 workshop dates will be announced in the autumn, with additional dates added throughout the spring as our event calendar is confirmed. 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