Playing With Fire
3 day cooking course + 2 nights at base camp
$2,000 NZD per person
Share the life and art of Liz and her unique approach to hosting a wood-fired dinner party. Fire grooming, cast iron care, slow cooking, base building and creating recipes. Walk & talk with Liz, forage permaculture gardens, and host a night to remember.
PACKAGE INCLUDES
- 2 Nights at Base Camp
- 2 Dinners at Base Camp
- 2 Breakfasts at Base Camp
WHO IS THIS FOR?
For home cooks, friends, families, and teams—anyone keen to learn something new, laugh lots, and spend a few unforgettable days cooking with fire. A perfect excuse for a birthday or getaway.
WHAT TO EXPECT
OVERVIEW
Playing with Fire is a two-day immersive cooking getaway with Liz Rikard-Bell, the creator of Base Camp Kitchen. Liz will share her secrets for preparing and hosting a wood-fired dinner party. You will walk and talk with Liz in the wild world heritage area, shop in permaculture gardens, enjoy wine and laugh (lots). You will be coached on fire setting, care and use of cast iron, working with smoke, the gentle art of slow protein cooking ‘Liz-style’, base building, the importance of notes and you will be shown how to simply create your own recipes. You will be part of a small group and will share so much together. A getaway to grow.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Two-day fire-cooking course at Base Camp Kitchen
- Learn fire management, cast iron care, and seasonal cooking
- Visit the Base Camp permaculture garden to gather ingredients
- Plan and create your own shared menu under chef guidance
- Relaxed guided walk and fireside dining included
ITINERARY
Day 1:
- Check in at 10am at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp
- Welcome and introduction session with Liz
- Light lunch
- Fire setting and cast iron fundamentals
- Ingredients chat
- Help prepare dinner with Liz in support
- Dinner
Day 2:
- Breakfast at Base Camp Kitchen
- Plan dinner
- Hands-on session
- Light lunch
- Afternoon guided walk
- Dinner by you (with Liz in support)
Day 3:
- Breakfast
- Plan and prepare a light lunch (with Liz in support)
- Lunch
- 3pm checkout
INCLUDES
- Two full days of walks and workshops with Liz herself
- Two nights’ accommodation at The Great Glenorchy Alpine Base Camp
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Merchandise
SAFETY
Your safety is our priority. Guests are fully briefed on facilities, kitchen safety, and outdoor conditions prior to participation.
Feel free to Book a call or enquire to discuss any concerns with us.
HOW TO BOOK
1. BOOK A CALL
It’s always helpful to discuss your objectives, it creates a much better opportunity for us to ensure the experience is right for you.
2. BOOK & PAY DEPOSIT
On booking, you’ll be required to pay a 10% non-refundable deposit, with the remainder due 14 days prior to your departure day.
3. GET PREPARED
We’ll send you a link to our ‘packlist’ and will provide any technical equipment as part of your package. We also arrange a pre-arrival GoogleMeet with you to answer any questions and discuss your gear requirements.
4. PAY OUTSTANDING BALANCE
You’ll receive the invoice for the remainder of your balance. Payment in full is required 14 days before your departure.