This hands-on seminar explores the traditional desserts prepared in monasteries and the simple, natural ingredients that define monastic sweets. Participants will discover classic recipes based on honey, nuts, sesame, olive oil, and seasonal fruits while learning the techniques and philosophy behind monastery pastry. Through practical preparation and tasting, the seminar highlights how these humble yet flavorful desserts reflect the balance, simplicity, and authenticity of monastic culinary tradition.
Seminar Outline
- Introduction to monastic desserts
- Ingredients of monastery pastry
- Hands-on preparation
- Techniques and presentation
- Tasting and discussion
Training Format
The seminar combines a brief theoretical introduction with an intensive hands-on cooking experience.
Participation
- Limited places available
- Open to internal team members and external professionals
Eligibility Requirements
Participants should meet one of the following criteria:
- Entry-level culinary professionals
- Kitchen assistants or
- Food & beverage team members interested in monastic cuisine.
Outcome
Participants will gain knowledge of the ingredients, traditions, and techniques used in monastic dessert preparation, along with hands-on experience in creating authentic monastery-inspired sweets. By the end of the seminar, participants will be able to prepare traditional monastic desserts using natural ingredients such as honey, nuts, sesame, and seasonal fruits, while applying principles of simplicity, balance, and authenticity that define monastic pastry traditions.
Applications are open – participation is subject to availability.
