The Plant-Based Community Cookery School
Made In Hackney run a programme of life-enriching masterclasses and workshops led by our team of nutritionists, chefs, foragers, herbalists and food lovers. Our classes reflect Made in Hackney's philosophy of LOCAL, SEASONAL, ORGANIC and 100% PLANT-BASED, delicious food. Our hands-on sessions give you the confidence and knowledge, in a relaxed environment, to incorporate these skills into your life or food business.
Our masterclasses suit all experience levels in a four-hour session, providing skills and techniques to delve into and lots of time to ask questions of your expert teachers.
Our workshops also suit all experience levels, providing a 2.5-3 hour experience that is informative, fun and gives you focused attention on a skill,
Please get in touch to learn about upcoming class dates, or to suggest classes not already listed that you’d like us to see us create.
All masterclass and workshops proceeds fund our programme of FREE courses for marginalised and low-income community groups. So, by attending a class you get a great day of learning AND you’re providing essential funds for us to continue our work with vulnerable community groups.
The programme changes seasonally but previous masterclasses have included: Going Vegan; Nut Cheese; Fermentation; Gourmet Raw Food; Wild Food Cookery; Plant Powered Fitness; Artisan Bread Making; Homemade Cosmetics; Vegan Meats; Gluten-free Baking; Vegan Korean; and many more.
The price includes: All ingredients, Hands-on practical sessions, Tastings in class, Take-home samples (depending on the theme), A delicious, organic, locally-sourced meal for masterclasses (allergies and dietary requirements catered for with notice) and Printed recipes in cooking classes.
We require a minimum of 7 days' notice for any cancellations or transfers once you have booked onto a masterclass or workshop to enable us to resell your ticket. You are most welcome to send a friend in your place if need be (let us know) but please understand that as a small charity we are unable to offer last-minute refunds for our events. We rely on ticket sales to fund our free community classes to groups in need.
Our upcoming Masterclasses & Workshops are listed below or see our full calendar for all events.
May
25
Join Lifestyle Medicine Coach and Plant-based chef Dr Sunni Patel and Mindfulness Practitioner Rose Eskafi from Still Chill to discover mindful cooking and eating, in our Mindful Eating Mezze Masterclass! In this immersive class, you'll delve into the world of intuitive cooking, guided by the expertise of mindfulness practitioner Rose...
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8
🍝 Exploring Italian Cuisine: A Culinary Journey Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience as we embark on a journey through the rich and diverse flavors of Italian cuisine. In this immersive cookery class, you'll learn the art of crafting traditional Italian dishes with a modern twist...
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15
Kimchi is an iconic staple in Korean cuisine, with origins stretching back thousands of years. This fiery cousin of sauerkraut, with its fermented vegetables and spicy kick that keep its devotees coming back for more, has a chock-full of probiotics, and its benefits go far beyond being delicious...
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14
Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Mexico with our Authentic Mexican Cuisine Cookery Class. Join us as we journey through the rich culinary heritage of Mexico, exploring traditional recipes and techniques to create delicious dishes bursting with flavor and spice...
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27
🍽️ Italian Culinary Delights Indulge in the rich flavors of Italy with this exquisite menu featuring both savory and sweet delicacies. Menu Highlights Frittata di Pasta: Transport your taste buds to Naples with this traditional dish that ingeniously combines pasta and chickpea flour...
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24
Join us for an afternoon of culinary exploration where we blend traditional flavors with modern twists in our Fusion Afternoon Tea Cookery Class. Discover the art of crafting a delightful spread of sweet and savory treats, paired perfectly with aromatic teas, for a truly memorable experience...
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22
Woin Tegegn has travelled throughout her native Ethiopia to experience the flavours and traditions and its regional cooking practices. She describes her food as ‘plant-based paradise’ and we think you’ll agree, it’s pretty special...
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