Past Events

  • Christmas Floral Wreath & Luncheon

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Shontelle from Sweet Pea & Jasmine will show you how to make your own Xmas wreath! We start the morning with a demo and supply all the materials and and guidance to make your own masterpiece which you can take home to hang on your door ready for Xmas. We also include morning tea and […]

    $165
  • The Full Monty Gardening Workshop

    The Full Monty Gardening Workshop
    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Our most comprehensive workshop covering all the fundamentals of growing nutrient dense healthy veggies. Nurture your passion for gardening on this one day course with our resident gardener, Nicki Murray-Orr. Nicki's inspiring workshops are hosted in our organic gardens and give you an overview into holistic edible gardening practices. Nicki will teach you a comprehensive […]

    $165
  • Bread Making Master Class

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    This is the second masterclass in the “Sustainability Series” promoting cooking from scratch, eating seasonally and looking at the paddock to plate ethos. Nothing beats the smell of a freshly baked loaf and its a simple process so why not learn how to make your own sourdough bread at home. Brad will cover the basics […]

    $165
  • Masterclass in Salads & Dressings

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Experience our Salad & Dressings masterclass that takes you from the garden to the dinner table no matter what the season. Enjoy a full day workshop including an interactive session in our kitchen veggie gardens and a cooking demo where you will watch and learn how to create a range of salads and dressings with […]

    $150
  • Masterclass in Pasta Making

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Pasta from Scratch This is the third masterclass in the “Sustainability Series” promoting cooking from scratch, eating seasonally and looking at the paddock to plate ethos. PASTA MASTERCLASS - FROM ZERO TO HERO We have been making our own pasta here at The Falls Retreat for years and we have a tried and tested recipe […]

    $150
  • Cooking Class: Fish – Brining, Curing & Smoking

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    A full day class focusing on meat and fish and promoting cooking from scratch, eating seasonally and looking at the paddock to plate ethos. BRINING, CURING & SMOKING Here at The Falls Retreat, we operate a nose to tail ethos where we try to utilise lesser known cuts of meat and incorporate different techniques into […]

    $200
  • Kombucha Making

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Fermenting is a simple process but it needs to be done correctly, and in this workshop you will discover how we can manage microbial bacteria to produce highly nutritious food. Learn more about the fermentation process and why it’s so important to our health. We will show you how to make your own kombucha drinks […]

    $99
  • Pickling & Preserving & Fermenting Masterclass

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    This is the first masterclass in the “Sustainability Series” promoting cooking from scratch, eating seasonally and looking at the paddock to plate ethos. Come and enjoy our cooking class on pickling and preserving. Identify fruit and veggies from our organic gardens and learn how we utilise excess seasonal produce to create our own range of […]

    $150
  • Paddock to Plate “Gather” Experience

    Paddock to Plate “Gather” Experience
    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Are you a foodie, a gardener or someone interested in paddock to plate ethos - then this experience is for you. We are offering you the chance to enjoy a personalized “paddock to plate” experience in our kitchen veggie gardens with the opportunity to gather and taste ingredients and learn how we use a variety […]

    $150
  • Paddock to Plate “Gather” Experience

    Paddock to Plate “Gather” Experience
    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Are you a foodie, a gardener or someone interested in paddock to plate ethos - then this experience is for you. We are offering you the chance to enjoy a personalized “paddock to plate” experience in our kitchen veggie gardens with the opportunity to gather and taste ingredients and learn how we use a variety […]

    $150
  • The Educated Gardener: Gardening Workshop

    Falls Retreat, 25 Waitawheta Rd, Karangahake Gorge

    Have you got your veggie garden well underway but want to learn how to produce a healthier and more abundant harvest? Are you interested in the Principles of Permaculture? Then this course is you! Aimed at those that want to build upon their gardening knowledge, Nicki gives invaluable advice on working with nature to create […]

    $150