Station House Cafe & Cookery School in Dumfries & Galloway

Friendly, relaxed, flexible and fun. Nick was a brilliant teacher and good company. Took Mother for some quality time together and she was immediately put at ease and we both had a lovely time. Will definitely go again. If you want quality experiences with friends and family AND you want to learn some great life skills to boot then book your place!

Nick was brilliant, everything you could possibly need from a course from demonstration to the practical hands on. Came away with lots of useful tips as well as a Farmhouse Loaf and soda bread. Even gave us a Dahl lunch with the chapati and naan

I have been on a few cooking classes and I have enjoyed this one the most so far. Normally the classes have been packed to capacity and although I left with skills I did not have full understanding of why I was doing things. These classes were smaller, Nick gave me new skills but also answered some of the things I did but never knew why. I did 2 courses, one with my son and a full day for myself. We will be back for more classes as it was fantastic value for money.

Took a half day on French cookery, it was a demonstration and afterwards we all tested the results at lunch. It was all very good, Nick is a very good teacher and chief. Well worth multiple visits i think.

This cooking class was a 5/5 star experience. From the food to the chef, everything was amazing. Nick was informative and educational whilst still being fun and patient. Everything tasted exquisite. Perfect pasta, magnificent meringues, brilliant blowtorches; we recommend this class for anyone from the ages 10-80. Everyone coming to Galloway should visit the station house cookery school for an exceptional day out. We will definitely be back!

This is a cookery school that I have attend several times. Always excellent and relaxed and that is really all there is to say

Great day at the Introduction to Indian Cookery class. Spent the morning watching Nick and learning how to chop, how to season and how to bring out flavours. Best way to cook rice and even make roti. Learned such a lot. After sampling the dishes we were set loose in the kitchen and got the chance to have a go ourselves. Loved it! Would definitely try the recipes at home now and would definitely recommend Nick’s Cookery School. Nick gave us a warm welcome and was generous with his knowledge and professional hints and tips. Fabulous day.

My wife and I had a really enjoyable day at Nick Morris' cookery school. He recommended the Selkirk Arms Hotel for our stay and we were not disappointed. The course we chose was fish preparation and cooking. We learned how to gut and fillet flat and round fish. It was great fun and informative... a lovely opportunity to meet people sharing an interest in cooking and quality food. Nick has taken a lot of trouble to convert what was the Kirkcudbright railway station and to design the school so that the experience is perfect. In the classroom an overhead mirror and live video screen allow students to see everything that is being demonstrated really clearly and Nick's explanations were detailed and expertly delivered. The working area has individual stations that are well spaced out so there is plenty of room to work and practice what has been learned. Nick was very attentive and seemed to have plenty of time for everyone, giving useful tips, advice and lots of encouragement as he went round the room. All in all, and coupled with a lovely stay in a comfortable, hotel with friendly staff, an excellent menu and high quality food, we really enjoyed our visit to Kirkcudbright. For the more active, there are loads of other things to do in the area, fishing (sea, loch and river), bird watching, cycling, walking, or just touring by car. The Solway coast is breathtaking. So I highly recommend making a week of it in addition to one of Nick's cookery courses. You will not be disappointed.

Another great course. This one led by artisan chocolatiers CoCoCo. from Dumfries. Based in the old St Andrew’s School, Brooke St. We made champagne truffles, ganache, honeycomb and salted caramel chocolates. Lovely. Previously I’ve enjoyed the Vegan, Vegetarian, Cooking with Eggs and Middle Eastern courses at the Stationhouse Cookery School. Nick is an excellent and knowledgeable teacher, nothing too much trouble, and lots to eat with fellow students , and to take home. Looking forward to 2020 courses!

Enjoyed a delicious lunch in lovely surroundings. Portions were large and we were not disappointed with the flavours. Bread, cloeslaw etc all made on the premises and absolutely lovely. Very reasonable prices too. My lunch was £6 and I struggled to finish it. If you are in the area treat your tastebuds and your purse.

Dropped in for a bit of cake & coffee. Good coffee and the home baked goods are excellent. Parsnip & Spiced orange cake was fab. Tables a wee bit cramped unless you are a small person. Definitely worth a visit when in town.

We popped in because someone said we should try this place. Other than the nice couple we met who was dining next to us, we definitely do not recommend going here. We requested a half and half pizza (half pizza has meat and one side doesn’t) but the staff said we were not allowed to do it. Then the manager said we could which pleased us considering one of our party had a dietary restriction. We were the only ones in the place and our pizza took quite a long time. We ordered an appetizer which never arrived prior to the main meal. When we received our pizza, we asked about the appetizer. The waitress goes to check and we heard them in the kitchen saying they never put it in. We received our appetizer halfway through our meal. The pizza presentation was messy. The chicken chunks (see photo) were thrown mostly on one side and they were quite large. The second photo is their version of garlic bread. Our waitress never checked on us. We had to flag her down for everything from beverage refills to napkins. After we were done eating, they never came to clear our dishes. On the plus side, the prices were decent, the portions are large and there is street parking.

Nick couldn't so enough for my daughter and her friends over the 3 hour party they had at the Cookery School. Would highly recommend. We will definitely be back for a grown up event! We went next door to the cafe too and the food was excellent.

Attended a surprise birthday party in the restaurant. Firstly the restaurant has been done out beautifully and has even retained some of the original station ticket office features. Service came quickly and was well presented on wooden platters. Everything was deliciously home made, the rolls, sausage rolls, quiches,scones and cakes. The staff are very professional and work great as a team. I would highly recommend the cookhouse for a meal or family gathering.

My wife and called around 5pm to order 2 pizza's to be made and picked up at 7pm. Pizza's were ready for us arriving. We couldn't resist picking up a piece of cake for dessert, they all looked so good and were there right in front of our faces. We ordered the italian chicken and bacon and the pork feast. Certainly did not disappoint lovely fresh ingredients and very reasonably priced. We'll definitely be back!

We stopped for a light lunch. The ham and cheese sandwich was bursting with ham, accompanied by a home made salad. The quiche was delicious and full of ingredients. The owner and chef Nick showed me round the cookery school. What a great place to eat, and what fun a cookery course would be.

We visited to celebrate my birthday with afternoon tea, and I couldn’t have asked for better. Delicious sandwiches and scones, plus extras such as battered brie with chili jam and mini vegetable frittatas. Everything was served with a smile. Cannot fault the venue and wouldn’t hesitate to visit again.

Another great course. Previously I’ve enjoyed the Vegan, Vegetarian and Middle Eastern courses. Nick is an excellent and knowledgeable teacher, nothing too much trouble, and we get to eat it too. Very generous and there’s a great team in the kitchen and the cafe - coffee really good.

Brilliant service, very friendly from both waiting on staff. Two of us had soup and sandwiches for lunch, there were two different soups; Moroccan chickpea and a vegetable with noddles. Everything homemade including the bread for the sandwiches. Another customer was so impressed she asked to thank the chef.

The class room and the students kitchens are all well equipped. ITVs Queen of Spice had been brought in by Chef Nick Morris(owner). Parveen explained how to cook truly tasty simple Indian food. Even I impressed myself with the curries I had made. The cafe next door serves fresh organic locally sourced food. Good food and service. Thank you all for making us all welcome.

Spent the morning at the cookery school watching a demo by Parveen the spice queen on cooking several different Indian dishes. A morning well spent. Nick has the demo room well set up so that you can see what's happening. Parveen was lovely,picked up lots of tips.

Nick is a enthusiastic, knowledgable and very helpful teacher. I learned a few crucial preparation and cooking tips which will greatly enhance my cooking skills. I’m now considering which course to do next.

Excellent food and service. Lovely range of food. Breakfast choice lovely and couldn't be more accommodating for coeliacs Tattie scones too gf

I came here with friends.. I have to say it was so good I came back here the next day as well as there were so many choices on the menu that all sounded delicious.

Bought voucher after talking to Nick (the owner) at a food festival in Kirkcudbright 2018. Never thought there would be anything like that locally (even though I live 40 plus miles away) Didn't use it till now. Never been to a cookery school before, never eaten Thai food let alone cooked it! It was excellent, Nick talked all the time while he prepared and cooked the food. Taught us how to do things correctly, to taste the food before and after cooking, gave us lots of tips etc. We were then given the food to taste and eat, it was excellent. There were questions and answers during the whole day. After a break for lunch, it was our turn to make the same meal, to take home hopefully! Nick was with us all the time checking we did it correctly, in a nice friendly way. With all the tips and advice we all managed it, even me!! I had a great day that went so quickly and enjoyed it so much, I bought another voucher and am looking forward to learning more, this time maybe Indian cooking!! Elsie S.

Delicious lunch for all the family. Rough puff pastry special delicious and a hit with the children. Home made cakes scrumptious and enormous portions! Look forward to coming back.

Coeliac? No problem. How lovely to find somewhere and someone so considerate to dietary needs. No need to 'make do' with the standard menu this establishment has it all. Five stars all round from choice, service, surroundings and FOOD. First time in 15 years I have actually been able to enjoy a Full breakfast with everything including tattie scones and 'doorstep' toast all gf. The owner went out of his way to ensure the enjoyment of his culinary expertise and we returned the following day.

I seldom struggle finishing breakfast but today was an exception. My wife and I visited this very good eating place where I had a Station House breakfast and my wife had a Goats Cheese Bacon and Cranberry Jam sandwich washed down with coffee. Both meals were excellent although the breakfast took some finishing but I did soldier on and managed to finish. My wife’s sandwich went down really well and was followed by a slice of awesome lemon and blueberry cake which she demolished in good time. Prices were very reasonable and the surroundings very pleasant. Well worth multiple visits.

My husband's puff pastry chorizo pie and my amazing chicken and bacon sandwich soup and sandwich combo was so gorgeous.The quality of ingredients and value for money are excellent .The smoothies were the best we have tasted.

Did a day long Introduction to Chinese Cooking Course. Great day Nick knows his stuff. The kitchens are well equipped and students get to experience cooking the dishes as well as watching Nick prepare them. I have attended a cooking day a t another school and all we did was watching staff preparing the dishes.

Called in late afternoon for coffee and cake whilst on holiday nearby. We have been here before so knew it was nice. James had lemon + blueberry cake and I had millionaires shortbread cake (to die for!), with a tea and a coffee.Approx £12. Served by Callie (apologies if I've not spelt your name correctly) who could not have been nicer. Her mum, (who has Willow flower shop) told us that Callie makes a fabulous apple +cinnamon scone so that's an excuse to visit again when we're next on holiday.

Called here while visiting the area and were sat outside with our 2 dogs.. my husband went to order coffees and scones and even though it wasn't busy we waited half an hour.. they had totally forgot about us and when they finally did bring it the coffee was at stone cold but no apologies given.. very disappointing

Great morning spent making delicious pasta. Nick was a great teacher. He explained the whole process very well and made it great fun. The school is well set out and the cafe next door is lovely too. We will definitely be back!

Good big bowls of excellent home made soup for lunch, followed by coffee. Friendly service. Very busy at Sunday lunchtime, popular with cyclists & dog owners who could eat outdoors.

This super friendly little cafe offers Soya milk for drinks and has lots of tasty meal options, we unfortunately arrived at the end of a busy lunchtime and all vegan choices were off. Still they allowed the dog to stay and we enjoyed the delicious coffees!

I was the only one booked on the "fish" course so decided to go for it rather than wait. So glad I did. Nick demonstrated and I immediately tried to copy him. Despite being the only one I felt no pressure as he was so helpful and encouraging. His guidance has given me confidence to buy whole fish, fillet them and cook them myself safe in the knowledge I won't waste a decent fish. I must have had a great time as it passed so quickly. I would encourage everyone to try a course - you won't regret it. Thank you Nick - I'll certainly be back!

Had a lovely afternoon tea, everything fresh, homemade and delicious. We were well looked after and would definitely recommend.

Have had the most fantastic experience today at the Station House cookery school with Nick the owner and chef teaching us various techniques, tips. Demonstrating then letting us loose on his wonderful recipes which were absolutely delicious!!

Fabulous day started with a coffee and watching Nick demonstrate Italian dishes including making fresh pasta, bechamel sauce and lasange. Great experience - learned lots in a relaxed environment with very knowlegeable and friendly tuition from a chef who knows how to transform ingredients into delicious meals.

The search for a light and rather late lunch took us to Station House Cafe and we were very happy with our find. Trout pate for one and a mushroom tartlet for the other with imaginative fresh salad accompaniments were followed by a serving of delicious raspberry and white chocolate cake. A cut above the standard high street offering.

What a great way for learning new skills and all right on my own doorstep.

Having decided to incorporate a cookery school experience into a short break, we

The restaurant is great with excellent food and service, the room is beautifully designed and fitted out too. The school is a tremendous asset to Kirkcudright, but my personal favourite is Sunday evening takeaway Pizza. Fresh ingredients and talented cooking, delicious.

Just spent a great afternoon with Nick at the Station House Cookery School. Complete novice on the Can't Cook won't Cook course and had a brilliant time. Nick was patient informative and good company. Feel confident enough to tackle a range of tasty dishes. Highly recommend

Stopped here on a Sunday as only place which was open.Ordered sandwiches.They were the largest sandwiches we have ever seen and were served with generous portions of both salad and coleslaw.Having said that they were very very fresh and made with lovely ingredients.Atmosphere is very welcoming and staff friendly.Would definitely recommend it but if not too hungry perhaps share one sandwich.

A fun and interesting day spent learning about and making bread. Discovered where I've been going wrong all these years! Nick imparts a lot of knowledge and useful tips in a relaxed environment. Absolute beginners need not feel daunted.

Thanks Nick for a great morning at your Thai course. Very informative and very well explained to us. Hope to book for vegetarian course in April. Lots of luck with your cookery school Pauline

We went in for lunch and found the food a bit pretentious. We asked questions out of interest as the food was not known to us. This was too much for the staff who proceeded to inform us what some items of cutlery were for. Coffee was cold and helpings were very small. Rustic wooden tables had open grains that collected crumbs.

What a really great day. Very informative. Great atmosphere. Value for money excellent set up. Went for a friend's birthday.

Nick is friendly and informative. He's a natural teacher and I learnt a lot of general cooking tips alongside hie easy to follow recipes for Thai food. Who knew you could peel ginger with a teaspoon, or mash garlic cloves with a knife so they're less likely to burn? I worked so hard and proudly completed all the dishes, each distinct and delicious. I've saved the Green Thai Curry for my husband to taste, as the gift voucher was a birthday present form him and the family. I've asked for another. Now hmmm, what course will I choose next?

Station house cafe & cookery school was my go to spot for eating & coffee while in Kirkudbright. The coffee was superb (including their decaf). Scones to die for. Evening meals booked & catered beautifully with fresh & healthy ingredients at extremely reasonable price. BYO. The staff were friendly, professional and invited me through the kitchen to watch the fireworks over the harbour one evening. A gem.

This is great palace to eat the food is a very high quality organic flower in the pizza bread and so on very high standard you will not be disappointed 5 stars

Well I found this by chance on a dog friendly web site, we were NOT dissapointed. Very dog friendly and people friendly too. In my view it was more than fantastic value for money, I have often paid £7.00+ for sandwiches of this quality and they only charged £4.50 for all sandwiches and they came with a beautiful dressed salad and coleslaw and then we tried a lime and coconut scone it was Wonderfull and it was all washed down with a latte each . You will need to get there early as I think it only sat 14 in a really nice setting, will definitely be going again before we go home at the end of a lovely Scottish break well done Station cookery school and cafexx

Chose the Station House because it is dog-friendly, and we weren't disappointed. Our 2 spaniels were made very welcome.

My sister and I recently took an Indian cookery course with Nick. It was a great experience, interesting, informative and tasty! Nick taught us the finer points of Indian cooking - explained, among other things, flavour profile (I will now flash that term in front of my less informed friends!). Since getting back home, I raided the spice counter at our local market and now have a kitchen well-stocked with all the requisit spices and am raring to go, having invited vegetarian friends to be my guinea pigs! I'll let you know if they survive Nick!

We happened on the cafe while walking around Kirkcudbright, what an amazing piece of luck for us! We had two of the most delicious sandwiches you could possibly wish for. The bread had been baked that morning, the fillings were almost too much for the bread. The grilled veg and hummus was warm and mouthwatering and the citrus and prawn had to be eaten as an open sandwich as once again, the helping was very generous. They were both accompanied by home made coleslaw and a delicious salad. I’m a tea drinker and very often disappointed by some brews I have bought but once again they came up trumps. It was just as you would make at home, two good cup fulls from the pot and they were very happy to top up with hot water when asked. We also split a chocolate drop scone between us. This arrived on warm plates with a container of butter (not cold portions!) All I can say is Mmmmmmm, wonderful! The staff were so friendly and surroundings cosy. I’m even considering going on one of their cookery lessons as they certainly know what they are doing in the culinary stakes. Top marks to all.

If i am to rate to food then i would give them a 5 green dot tripadvisor score but only 2 for for service and experience. We booked to go on a Friday evening and was told to look at the menu on facebook before we arrived as it was a fixed option of veg or meat courses. They allow dogs in which was great and we got there early around 6:30/7. We were shown a table and that was it ! we waited for 20min and watched a girl rush in and out of the kitchen and cleaning cutlery. Just as were about ask if they were going to take our orders two meat dishes arrived ! We said we had not ordered and that we were going to order one of each as my wife dislikes one of the ingrediants and was greeted with a blind stare and one of the meals removed ! some mins later after shuffling through paperwork and talking to the kitchen they returned and said there would be a delay as they freshly cook my wifes option..... I was left with my plate on the table ! I ate mine while my wife looked on and then 15mins later hers appeared and i did the same while she ate. ! The deserts arrived at the same time but during the first 3/4 of an hour we were they we were not even offered any drinks and it was then we were told they didnt have a licence ! After our meal the chef and i think owner did come out and say sorry and offered a discount and the food really was excellent. They really need to greet people better here and if they offer this type of service maybe confirm an order with the customer upon arrival and when discussing drinks.

Fabulous lunch at the cafe today and mouth watering pizza collected for our supper. Can’t praise enough! Thank you.

Just spent a fantastic morning cooking a 3 course meal with Nick Morris at the Station House Cookery School. He was utterly brilliant - calm, kind and passionate about good food and the local community. I learnt so much and came away feeling really uplifted. This place is good for the soul! The photo is of the mushroom arancini we made. Delicious...

We wandered past here not knowing it existed as it is new since we last visited the area. I looked inside the school area and was kindly invited in to look around. They had just finished a cookery course and were cleaning up. The cookery stations for each pupil are well organised and includes an oven.

Just spent an excellent afternoon (demo) and following morning (class) with Nick at the Station House. Excellent facilities in this fantastically renovated, old station in Kirkcudbright. I completed the 'Food of the Ukraine' sessions with a 3 hour demo and tasting on Sunday afternoon and the subsequent 3 hour class on Monday morning. Nick was an excellent host and tutor. I am a keen amateur cook, but had never taken a class before, but this was spot on. It was an ideal birthday gift (for my 50th - thanks to my lovely lady).

I've just come back from a cookery demonstration at the Station House. It was excellent.

First class we had ever taken in cookery and we did a half day to see how we got on. It was great fun, Nick was relaxed, knowledgable and endlessly patient and helpful. At the start it seemed impossible to us we would ' complete the menu' and make all the dishes, but we did and not under any kind of pressure. Time really does speed by when you are having fun! We will definitely enrol for more classes. The student kitchen was a lovely space, and you could work individually ( as some in the group chose to do) or with a partner. Thanks Nick! Excellent.

At 16:45 on Friday 10/08 walked in as did a couple behind us to hopefully have a coffee. You know, like you do in a café (the clue is in the word ‘café’, which, last time I looked, is French for, um, coffee).

The two day course started on Sunday afternoon and continued on Monday morning. On the Sunday, Nick worked very hard demonstrating the following dishes, while answering all my questions (I’m full of questions!) Tabbouleh,Hummus, Labneh, Flatbread, Easy Veg Korma Style, Basmati Rice, Tom Yum Soup with Mushrooms.

At last, we have a Cafe worthy of the name and what a place it is! A cosy space with outside seating that delivers on fantastic coffee and food. Run by the Chef Nick Morris with passion and a thorough knowledge and vision of what a Cafe should be and supported by staff from his wonderful Cookery School next door. I Immediately signed up to do a half day vegan course (at £49 later this week - will let you know!) Highly recommend.

One day course started with an afternoon demonstration of how to prepare a garam masala, then how to use that to make a chicken madras, a black bean curry and aloo gobi. Then we were shown how to make samosas and roti from scratch. The next morning, we worked in the specially designed training kitchen, using really good quality ingredients (about which they are passionate) to prepare said delights. I have been cooking for my family for decades, but I learned so much about spices, seasoning, food preparation and timing on this course, as well as having a great time - never has time passed so quickly. We all ate our lunch together, but there was plenty left for takeaway. Top quality food and teaching - worth every penny ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

My 10 and 8 yo had a fantastic time at the cookery course. Nick was brilliant with the kids - fun, informative, patient and accommodating. The kids wolfed the fresh pasta and pizza they made. The grandparents had a great time watching and no-one could fit in lunch afterwards meaning the class was superb value for money. We also had fresh pasta and dough to take away. A great day out!

Amazing visit this morning for my 3 youngsters (11,9,6) Nick taught them how to make pasta and pizza from scratch and it tasted fabulous. Highly recommended

The café is an extension of the cookery school with just a few tables, but with the distinct advantage that all the knowledge and expertise of the teaching is being put into the food. Everything is prepared on the premises (including the bread) and as a result the meal was excellent. I particularly enjoyed the venison pie whose rough-puff pastry was the best I have tasted. The salads and accompaniments were innovative and delicious, the quality of the smoked salmon was outstanding. Service was friendly and efficient and the coffee and cakes are also first class.

Not many places were open in Kirkcudbright on a Sunday but this was and we enjoyed a lovely coffee and a slice of cake (lemon drizzle and chocolate beetroot) - delicious.

Had a lovely pizza with my hubby tonight, great service. Pre order your pizza and it will be on the table in 5 minutes.

I recently attended the Indian meat cookery course which was a great experience. Nick was very good at explaining and demonstrating all the subtle intricacies of spicing. Everything was provided including the ingredients to make a selection of dishes.

Lovely transformation of an old station in a fabulous location in the centre of a gem of a small Scottish town.

Last Friday I attended a class at the fabulous new Station House Cookery School. I chose to do the gluten-free baking class as I have very little experience of baking generally, and no idea where to start with gluten free versions of bread, cakes or pastries, so I figured I could learn a lot from this three hour session. Nick Morris (the owner of the cook school and cafe) was the perfect tutor, making the whole experience informative, inspiring and fun! At £49 for the 3 hours with all ingredients supplied, I thought it was excellent value - I came away with useful info sheets, great recipes, handy chef’s tips, and truly delicious samples of all that we’d cooked, including brilliant bread, delicious digestive biscuits, cracking cakes and perfect pastry!

We were on our way to catch the ferry at Cairnryan and had a couple of hours to spare and decided to veer off our route to have a coffee. We're so glad we did because we discovered the Station House!! It was a beautiful hot summer Sunday morning and we sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine. We had delicious coffee and the most amazing raspberry and white chocolate scone I think I've ever tasted. Even the toilet is worth paying a visit to, with its sliding door and decor. Just loved this little cafe and so glad we discovered it.

Me and my family enjoy coming to the cafe all the time. All the food is homemade and locally sourced. It tastes amazing.

This place serves exceptional food and drink. The raspberry and white chocolate scone and rose lemonade we tried yesterday were amazing! Only downside is the small size of the place.

Holidaying in the area,we called in for a spot of late lunch after a pleasant amble around the town.having 3 dogs with us,we sat outside in the sunshine.we decided on sandwiches (egg mayo+chive,cheese+pickle).served on lovely bread and came with lots of coleslaw and fresh salad. All very reasonably priced.staff very friendly.its definitely on our list of places to return to next year.

Popped to this cafe for a celebration breakfast Friday morning, food was faultless, beautiful in presentation and delicious to taste, quality ingredients all round. So much so we decided to call back this evening for the set menu supper. Once again it did not disappoint. Scallops followed by sea bass were scummy, but my absolute favourite was the lemon posset served with melt in the mouth shortbreads - would go as far as saying the best posset I’ve ever tasted and that’s saying something!

We had lunch in the sun outside this restaurant and the dogs got treats! Prawn sandwiches were beautiful. Lovely bread and fantastic honey and mustard dresssing on the salad. The owner gave us a tour of the cook school facilities which look excellent.

Stumbled across this wonderful cafe in mid afternoon and had the most delicious home made ice cream. Coffee and cinnamon was a flavour I had never heard of but I'll back back to try it again. The coffee was also excellent.

I recently visited for a great lunch, the food is all fresh, local produce and you can taste the difference. The staff are friendly and the atmospehere is warm, casual and stylish. The new Cookery School looks absolutely fantastic and offers classes for adults and kids. I look forward to visiting soon.

A cute cafe in the former train station buildings. Great food. The soup of the day was a delicious pumpkin and sweet potato with a bit of a kick to it and came with a choice of white or wholemeal bread. Carrot cake was delicious. One of the better coffees we’ve had so far in Scotland.

Had breakfast. Scummy French toast locally sourced bacon and Sausage all delicious. Excellent flat whites. We intend to make this a regular Sunday morning visit. Definitely recommended.

Grand opening of the Cookery School over last weekend went well with 4 demos in the demonstration room that seats 40. Watched a cook off between Nick the patron and Chris Walker of the Selkirk Arms, with a dead heat on the adult votes.

I’m in Kirkcudbright for the local Farmers & Producers market.

Cane in today and had breakfast with friends and family and again was let down perfect sizing and very polite and was asked when paid if everything was ok and couldnt say anything but was a fantastic breakfast thank you nick and team. Defo would reccomend to anyone as service is just fantastic

I came in with a group of people with special needs and mobility issues. This café is in a great location as we could park our mobility vehicle right outside and they have a wheelchair access toilet. Not only were the staff welcoming and accommodating, they were so friendly that they took the time to talk to us and look after our every need. We enjoyed meeting the chef and talking to him about the lovely cakes we were having. We also met the owner and we all told him that we had a great time and enjoyed ourselves so much that we would be back. I would choose this café again for its accessibility, great cakes and coffee, and above all it's friendly and accommodating staff.

Wish we had come here at the beginning of our stay in the area. Would have loved to join a class. Glad that at least were able to try some light options for a late lunch. The side salads were great. Had an egg mayo open sandwich. Which came with a delicious and well presented side salad and a slaw in an interesting platter. Husband had a simple salad with a fresh roll and home made butter. Sis had a yogurt, granola with a small berry compot. Again all served on a pretty platter.

Plenty roadside parking available outside the cafe with seating also available outside which was in use by hardier souls than us on the changeable weather day. we visited. The inside gave the impression of recently reburished but with delightful wooden polished tables not too tightly put together and adding to the ambiance. The menu was a mixture of all day dishes and imaginative specials. Everything appeared to be cooked fresh although there was also a fine selection of home baked cakes and scones which we also sampled. The staff were helpful and cheerful as they dealt with lunch requests and drop in coffee and cake elevenses through lunch hour all were served in the order they arrived with equal cheerfulness. An unexpected enjoyable experience.

Really enjoyed eating here on one of their Sunday night pizza nights, great choice of delicious pizzas. Also enjoyed some excellent homemade lemonade, we’ll certainly be back!

Was in this morning with my better half, I had the French toast with sausage and bacon with the brown sauce, along with a mocha and I could not fault a thing. Sausage and the bacon were perfectly cooked and my mocha was amazing. I would definitely call in again.

I came in today to order a takeaway sausage roll, which I asked for the sausages to be well cooked because that’s just how I prefer to eat them, I do not see a problem with wanting to eat well cooked minced pork. However, it would seem that the chef did have a problem with such a request, and I feel if he’s going to comment on what a “strange & weird” request it is, and if I’m sure I know what I’m ordering & if he’s going to talk about customers, make sure they can’t hear? I felt very uncomfortable. Also, when I received it and got back to work, I found it was barely cooked, the “fresh baked bread” was under baked and doughy (Paul Hollywood would not approve, no handshake for you) the ketchup which I usually really like was far too sweet and sickly. To add insult to injury, I had a 2 minute walk back to work and my sandwich was cold and I ended up having to microwave it warm again. Also as I stood waiting for my takeaway, I could see right into the kitchen and a member of staff was eating themselves, whilst preparing other food, and there was quite a few dirty coffee cups on a food prep table. Not exactly what you want to see after ordering food.

Another fantastic class at station house at the gluten free course and in for nicks 30 min meal course too can't wait and look forward to doing it again thanks again nick

So enjoyed this class and learnt sooooo much. Nick’s enthusiasm is infectious and he has so much info and advise to pass on. Looking forward to joining another class.

We’ve called in here a few times for coffee, scones and had the afternoon tea at Christmas.

Nick is passionate and knowledgeable about food and all aspects of cooking. The courses are informal with the information being passed on in a relaxed easy going manner. You need have no fear of your personal cooking ability, everything is well explained.

I never thought I would ever go for a cookery lesson, let alone enjoy it, but it was fantastic. It was on Indian cooking, and apart from learning and making several amazing dishes, I learned how to bone a chicken, how to mix spices, what knives were used for what etc.

I attended a pork cookery class, Pork Dishes of the World, at the Station House in early February. The proprietor, Nick, welcomed us with a delicious light breakfast and an introduction to the day. We then heard about pig rearing from a local, specialist producer whose pork we were to be using in our dishes.