Gluten Free Masterclass

4th September 2009, Westminster Kingsway College

The Gluten Free Masterclass will explain the gluten free market and how you can maximise the revenue opportunities it represents. The class is suitable in particular for Chefs and Front of House staff. The Masterclass includes a morning session on preparing gluten free dishes served in miniature for you to try and enjoy and an afternoon session on preparing a delicious gluten free Afternoon Tea.

Details: events.springboarduk.net/

Certified Sake Sommelier Course

5th & 6th October 2009, WSET tasting rooms in The International Wine and Spirit Centre

A two-day course for anyone who wants to acquire a more in-depth knowledge of Saké. It will be priced at £230 per person Students who pass the exam will become Certified Sake Sommeliers, and receive the Sake Sommelier Certificate and Pin for their achievement. As an introductory offer, Isake UK have agreed to sponsor a reduction of 15% of the price of the first five fully paid enrollments in either course, received before the 1st September 2009. Click below to register or email gilbert@sakesommelierassociation.com

Details: www.sakesommelierassociation.com

Senses, Service & Skills - an introduction to Sommellerie

7 September 2009, Hotel du Vin, Winchester.

A master class organised by the Academy of Food & Wine as part of its Professional Connoisseur series. Delegates will learn all the essential basics about wine, the major varietals, wine service and wine making. A tutored tasting by the Sherry Institute of Spain follows in the afternoon. Email helen@acfws.org for details or call the Academy on 020 8661 4646. Cost is £35 for Academy members, £70 for non-members.

Details: www.afws.co.uk

Managing Your Pest Control Contract - Training Course

8th September 2009, SOFHT Training Room, Middleton, Staffs.

Acheta and the SOFHT have linked up to provide a seminar concerned with the successful management of pest control contracts and contractors.

Details: www.sofht.co.uk/events/viewevent.asp?eID…

Senses, Service & Skills - an introduction to Sommellerie

14 September 2009, Kendal College, Cumbria.

A master class organised by the Academy of Food & Wine as part of its Professional Connoisseur series. Delegates will learn all the essential basics about wine, the major varietals, wine service and wine making. A tutored tasting by the Sherry Institute of Spain follows in the afternoon. Email helen@acfws.org for details or call the Academy on 020 8661 4646. Cost is £35 for Academy members, £70 for non-members.

Details: www.afws.co.uk

Practical Guide to Gelling and Thickening Agents

15th - 17th September 2009, Leatherhead

Examine the major difficulties encountered in using gelling and thickening agents, learn what to look out for, and how to prevent wasting valuable time in the development kitchen or pilot plant. Make water gels and milk gels with experts from the industry.

Details: www.leatherheadfood.com/practical-guide-…

Senses, Service & Skills - an introduction to Sommellerie

21 September 2009, Bovey Castle, Devon.

A master class organised by the Academy of Food & Wine as part of its Professional Connoisseur series. Delegates will learn all the essential basics about wine, the major varietals, wine service and wine making. A tutored tasting by the Sherry Institute of Spain follows in the afternoon. Email helen@acfws.org for details or call the Academy on 020 8661 4646. Cost is £35 for Academy members, £70 for non-members.

Details: www.afws.co.uk

Life After Methyl Bromide 2 - Conference & Exhibition

23rd September 2009, Holiday Inn, High Wycombe, Bucks

Life After Methyl Bromide was one of the most successful seminars that the Society ran in 2008. However, it was not possible to pack in all that they wanted to so, once again in conjunction with Acheta, they are running Life After Methyl Bromide 2.

Details: www.sofht.co.uk/events/viewevent.asp?eID…

Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety

28 – 30th September 2009, VWA, Skipton

This 3-day course is designed for anyone responsible for the supervision of food safety within their organisation. The course covers food poisoning, hazards, control measures, supervisory aspects of hygiene, and legislation.

Details: www.vwa.co.uk/courses/food-safety/level3…

Legal Labels in Depth - The Essential Guide to UK Food Labelling

29 - 30 September 2009, Bedfordshire

Structured to function as a fully comprehensive review of current regulations and official recommendations. This course starts from first principles, and presentations cover all major labelling considerations with emphasis on more topical and complicated issues such as product composition, allergens, the use of additives, ingredient listing, nutrition labelling and implications for genetically modified foods.

Details: www.leatherheadfood.com/legal-labels-in-…

A Complete Guide to Product Development

29th September 2009, Leatherhead

Better understand the retailer perspective on new developments and the consumer perspective at the point of sale. Work through the stages of recipe formulation, sensory testing, trials, the HACCP process, nutritional labelling, and launching your new product.

Details: www.leatherheadfood.com/a-complete-guide…