The Laden Table workshop with Ashia Ismail-Singer

Roll out the apron and roll up your sleeves at Farmhouse Kitchen with truly global chef, Ashia Ismail-Singer. Ashia has Indian heritage, grew up in Malawi, spent time in the United Kingdom as a youngster, then travelled to New Zealand where she now lives with her Kiwi husband and family. During her workshop, she’ll be drawing on recipes from her latest cookbook, The Laden Table, to dish up a gently spiced Indian-inspired feast that will surprise and delight!
Begin your morning with a glass of masala chai and pani puri, while you hear Ashia’s story, learn her background and discuss her love of entertaining.
Next, you’ll gather around the benches to make spinach fritters, parmesan-crumbed paneer, a biryani that bursts with flavour and pistachio cream rolls, before enjoying the fruits of your labour with your fellow cooks.
There will be plenty of opportunity to chat, learn, and ask questions as you delve deep into the food of India in this very special one-off workshop.

Ashia’s books will be available to purchase on the day ($60)

F.A.W.C! Food and Wine Classic is a series of exceptional food and wine experiences set in stunning locations in Hawke’s Bay. Running from March 14-23, F.A.W.C! is a chance to get up close and personal with chefs and food producers, wine makers and the clever people that make up the New Zealand food and wine scene.