Small cookery classes in your home kitchen

Local adults looking for a social evening, couples, friends celebrating birthdays, and people who want to build confidence in the kitchen.

A price per person for each class, often with a private group booking rate. Ingredients are included in the price, so costs need to be worked out carefully.

• Confident cooking in a chosen cuisine
• Clear, friendly teaching
• Food hygiene and kitchen organisation

• Food businesses usually need to register with the local council, check this before your first paying class
• Public liability insurance, and check whether your home insurance covers business use
• Permission from your landlord or mortgage lender, and check with your council if neighbours might be affected by visitors
• Allergen information and a clear plan for guests' dietary needs
• Kitchen space and safety with several people using knives and hot hobs

Startup costs are typically estimated at around £300 to £1,500, depending on your equipment, how many guests you cater for and your insurance. Treat this as a rough estimate and price up your own set-up before committing.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around £300 to £1,500, depending on class size, ticket price and how many evenings and weekends you run. Estimates suggest at least around six hours a week of work.

Check whether you need to register as a food business with your local council before your first paying class. Also check public liability insurance, home insurance cover, landlord or mortgage lender permission, allergen information and kitchen safety.