Saxon Cookery Workshop - Avalon Archaeology
  • Avalon Archaeology
    Avalon Marshes Centre,
    Shapwick Road,
    Westhay
    BA6 9TT
  • Saturday 8th March 10:00am until 4:00pm
Learn how to cook Saxon-style with Craig Brooks, author of the 'Eat like a Viking' cookbooks. Step back in time into the heart of Anglo-Saxon cuisine.

Discover how to cook authentic Viking food with Craig Brooks, author of the popular ‘Eat Like a Viking’ cookbooks. Craig will take you on an immersive journey into the heart of Saxon cuisine.

Join Craig in the Saxon Longhall for an unforgettable journey back over a thousand years. Learn about the rich culinary traditions of the Saxons as you prepare authentic dishes, from hearty stews to rustic breads, all cooked over an open fire.

Master the Art of Saxon Cooking:

  • Butter, Cheese, and Flatbreads: Craft these essentials the Saxon way, including grinding grain into flour using an authentic quern stone.
  • Traditional Techniques: Use replica Saxon cookware and knives to prepare and cook your meals, just as the Saxons did.

Experience the Saxon Spirit:

  • Hands-On Learning: Engage in practical, hands-on cooking sessions that bring history to life.
  • Savour Your Creations: Take home practical knowledge for future feasts and share fruits of your labour with fellow history enthusiasts.
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