Festive Gamebird Pie & Chutney – December 2026 (pm)
December 5, 2026 - Short Course
£95.00
Celebrate the festive season with an afternoon of making a classic gamebird pie, paired with a delicious festive chutney.
Stephen Guy, The Hungry Guy, will guide you step by step. You’ll learn how to create a perfect, show-stopping festive pie to share with family and friends.
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Meet The Tutor
Stephen Guy
Stephen developed his skills and signature style during his time as a Head Chef for Jamie Oliver. Today, he calls his approach “Pretty Simple Food.” It centres on simple methods and seasonal, locally sourced ingredients. Moreover, his dishes are always comforting, thoughtful, and easy for anyone to enjoy.
See more courses from Stephen GuyUsing the highest-quality game birds from local shoots, you’ll work with sustainably reared produce. All birds are sourced within five miles of our artisan butchery and cookery school. As a result, you’ll learn the true craft behind traditional British butchery.
During this festive morning workshop, you will create a classic gamebird pie paired with festive chutney. Meanwhile, The Hungry Guy will guide you step by step. You’ll learn how to build a perfect, show-stopping pie. Finally, you’ll leave ready to share your creation with family and friends during your festive celebrations.
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Make the perfect hot water crust pastry for a traditional gamebird pie
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Explore the different game birds used in the recipe and their flavours
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Layer the game meat correctly to build texture and depth in your pie
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Prepare gamebird meat to create a rich, flavour-packed pie filling
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Prepare fresh ingredients for a festive chutney
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Create a festive chutney from scratch to perfectly complement your gamebird pie
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Learn the importance of provenance and sustainably reared game bird meat sourced from local shoots
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Understand the different game birds used in traditional recipes and their unique flavour profiles
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Discover how to process game meat correctly for game pies and classic British butchery
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Learn how seasoning game meat enhances flavour and creates a perfectly balanced pie filling
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Master the art of hot water crust pastry, essential for making the perfect gamebird pie
This artisan butchery and cookery course takes place in the historic town of Eccleshall, in the heart of rural Staffordshire. Conveniently, the location is easily accessed from Derbyshire, Shropshire, and Cheshire. In addition, we are just minutes from the M6, A51, A50, and A34. Free on-site parking is available.
On the day, our friendly kitchen angels will support you throughout the course. You’ll receive an apron, along with all the equipment and ingredients you need. Best of all, we take care of the washing up.
The course runs from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. However, you’re welcome to arrive 15 minutes early to enjoy freshly brewed tea and coffee.
Afterwards, you’ll take home everything you make to share with family and friends. Moreover, we actively work to reduce waste. Therefore, we encourage you to bring your own container to transport your pie home.
Finally, once you book your place, we’ll send you more detailed information by email.
Stephen describes himself as firstly an eater, and then a chef. He learnt to cook professionally so he could bring the utter joy food gives him, to others.
It’s been said time and time again, food is the international language of the world. Wherever you go, whoever you are with food is something that can bring anyone together. It’s comfort, it’s joyful, it’s ingrained in every culture and the centrepiece of almost every celebration.
To Stephen food is a gift, it’s a treasure, it’s something to learn and it’s something to share Stephen Guy
This short course is ideal for keen butchery, baking, and cooking enthusiasts.
It offers a unique opportunity to learn from Stephen and the team, who are passionate about creating delicious food using locally reared, high-quality ingredients.
You’ll also meet like-minded people and enjoy the warm hospitality of the Perrys Field to Fork team.
Book online or call 01785 851911 if you have any questions.
Please advise us of any dietary requirements or allergens before booking.