Belle Isle Cookery School
The Belle Isle Cookery School opened its doors in 2004 on the magnificent Belle Isle Estate on Lough Erne in County Fermanagh. This purpose-built state-of-the-art cookery school was the first of its kind in Northern Ireland, and now in its tenth year plays an important part in the life of this holiday destination.
With cattle and sheep grazing the meadows, free-range hens living happily beside the school and the adjacent walled kitchen garden, Belle Isle has the perfect ingredients for embarking on a culinary adventure in one of the most beautiful settings in Ireland. Whether you are a complete beginner or a more experienced cook they have courses to suit everyone.
Head Tutor, Joe Kelly has been a professional chef for over 20 years and a tutor at Belle Isle since 2005. Joe began his culinary career while growing up in America. He was formally trained in South Beach, Miami and San Francisco, California. In 2005 he returned home to Northern Ireland to start a family with his wife Jennifer. Joe has co- authored two cookbooks and also appeared on Channel 4’s Iron Chef and RTE’s Nationwide.
Chef Joe works closely with local Northern Ireland producers and growers to ensure that quality is always at the forefront of his food. What’s more you can stay on site in a Courtyard Apartment or Cottage. They’re self-catering so you can try out your new skills if you don’t feel like eating out.
