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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Plant-Based French Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Step into the world of French cuisine with a 4-hour plant-based masterclass celebrating the elegance of traditional French dishes—reimagined with vibrant\, plant-based ingredients. This immersive experience blends classic techniques with mindful\, ethical cooking to create dishes that are rich in flavor and rooted in sustainability. \nDiscover the magic of plant-based French cuisine in this hands-on culinary journey. Through time-honored techniques and innovative ingredient swaps\, you’ll master the art of crafting indulgent\, dairy-free\, and meat-free versions of beloved French dishes. \nIn this class\, we’ll explore the depth of flavor that comes from seasonal produce\, fermentation\, and plant-based alternatives\, creating a menu that’s as luxurious as it is nourishing. From silky-smooth faux gras to a classic French pastry Galette des Rois\, each dish showcases the artistry and sophistication of French cooking—without the use of animal products. \nBeyond the recipes\, this workshop encourages a deeper connection with food\, highlighting mindful cooking practices that honor both tradition and sustainability. Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience that proves plant-based dining can be both decadent and authentically French. Bon appétit! \nSample Menu: \n\nFaux Gras: A creamy\, cashew-based pâté with mushrooms and spices\, mimicking traditional foie gras.\nGalette des Rois: Perfect the classic French pastry\, filled with almond frangipane\, and discover the fun of a surprise hidden inside!\n\n\nMushroom pâté\nTomates farcie\nCultured plant-based cheese degustation\n\nAbout the Chef: \nJordan Bourzig\, a conscious vegan natural chef and naturopathic nutritionist student\, blends his traditional French culinary roots with a passion for plant-based cooking. With experience spanning from bistros to Michelin-starred establishments\, Jordan has mastered the art of French cuisine and now channels his expertise toward promoting health and healing. Dedicated to making a positive impact\, he focuses on creating nourishing meals\, educating others about mindful eating\, and fostering a holistic approach to wellness. His work reflects a deep commitment to sustainability\, natural living\, and enhancing well-being through food. \nNote: This is a fundraising class and the proceeds help us fight hunger and deliver free events in our community. At Made In Hackney we believe access to good food is a human right\, not a privilege. Every ticket you buy helps us provide essential support to individuals and families facing food insecurity. If you would like to learn more about our work and impact\, please click here. \nRefunds/transfers: Please understand our charity needs time to resell your tickets as we rely heavily on the income generated by our fundraising classes. We require a minimum of 14 days’ notice for any cancellations or transfers once you have booked onto a class. You are also welcome to give your ticket to a friend or family member in case of last minute illness (just email classes@madeinhackney.org to let us know). \nVouchers: If you need assistance to redeem a voucher purchased on our website\, please contact us via email: classes@madeinhackney.org. \nWe’ve Published Our Debut Cookbook — We Cook Plants! Based on 12 years of experience as a pioneering vegan community cookery school\, it offers practical\, inclusive\, and delicious plant-based recipes with creative solutions to real-life challenges like cost\, access\, and time. 👉 Buy Our Debut Cookbook – We Cook Plants and support our mission to make healthy\, sustainable food accessible to all. \nFor information: classes@madeinhackney.org / 020 8442 4266 / WhatsApp message +44 07833685894
URL:https://madeinhackney.org/event/masterclass-plant-based-french-cuisine/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 128 Clapton Common\, Spring Hill\, Clapton\, London\, E5 9AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Masterclasses
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Plant Based Italian Summer Brunch
DESCRIPTION:Discover plant-based Italian cooking: fresh pasta\, seasonal brunch dishes & regional recipes made with love. \n\n\n\n\nCelebrate the joy of Italian summer cooking with a vibrant\, 100% plant-based brunch experience. This hands-on class is all about fresh\, seasonal ingredients\, traditional recipes\, and the simple pleasure of making beautiful food from scratch—just like in an Italian home. \nWhether you’re vegan\, plant-curious\, or simply love great food\, this class will show you how naturally delicious Italian cuisine can be without any animal products. \n🍽️ Brunch Menu Highlights \nPanzanella (Tuscan Bread Salad):\nA rustic classic that proves less is more. Learn how to bring together juicy tomatoes\, day-old bread\, onions\, basil\, and olive oil into a refreshing\, flavor-packed summer salad. \nFresh Handmade Pasta:\nRoll up your sleeves and learn how to make fresh short pasta from scratch! \nSeasonal Plant-based Pestos: \nPair your freshly made pasta with two vibrant pestos: a rich sundried tomato & walnut blend and a peppery rocket & pine nut blend\, both bursting with summer flavors. \nAubergine and Courgette Parmigiana:\nA comforting Italian favorite reimagined the plant-based way. Layers of tender vegetables\, tomato sauce\, and delicious dairy-free elements come together in a dish that’s both hearty and fresh. \nChocolate Mousse:\nIndulge in a silky\, airy chocolate mousse made entirely from plant-based ingredients—light\, satisfying\, and the perfect sweet finish to your brunch. \nExtras: \nComplimentary drinks and antipasti \nAllergy Info: Contains walnuts\, pine nuts\, and gluten (gluten-free alternative available\, but not suitable for people with coeliac disease due to shared preparation). \n👩‍🍳 What to Expect \n\nA fully plant-based cooking experience celebrating authentic Italian flavors\nStep-by-step guidance as you make your own fresh pasta by hand\nA fun\, relaxed\, and social atmosphere\nTime to enjoy your dishes together with fellow food lovers\n\nThis is more than a cooking class—it’s a celebration of summer\, simplicity\, and how incredible plant-based Italian food can be. \nBuon Appetito! 🌞🍝✨ \n‏‏ \nAbout Mauro Strumendo \nMauro\, a passionate Italian with over a decade of residency in London\, has immersed himself in a global exploration of diverse cuisines. His journey began in 2012\, working in various London restaurants\, where he not only honed his skills in Italian cuisine but also delved into the intricacies of French and British culinary traditions. \nIn 2016\, Mauro’s horizons expanded further during a trip to Indonesia\, where he discovered exotic ingredients like tempeh and galangal. This experience ignited his curiosity for international flavors. \nA pivotal moment came in 2018 when Mauro had the privilege of apprenticing under renowned vegetarian chef Malu’ Simoes da Cunha at Montali Country House near Perugia\, Italy. Malu’s fusion of Italian\, Brazilian\, and Asian influences exposed Mauro to a world of plant-based culinary delights\, from handmade sushi to freshly crafted seitan and tofu. \nEager to delve deeper into vegetarian cuisine\, Mauro embarked on a transformative journey to India\, where he spent a month in Mysore under the mentorship of Sandhya. Immersed in the vibrant tapestry of Indian culture\, Mauro learned traditional cooking techniques\, from preparing paneer to mastering the art of chapati and dosa. He also delved into Ayurvedic principles\, understanding how food can nourish and heal the body according to one’s dosha. \nIn 2019\, Mauro ventured to South Africa\, where he embraced a vegan cook role at the Vervet Monkey Sanctuary. Here\, amidst the compassionate care of rescued monkeys\, Mauro shared his culinary expertise\, bringing comfort and nourishment to staff and volunteers alike. \nSince returning from South Africa\, Mauro has shared his culinary talents at yoga retreats and cooking classes in London. Currently pursuing a degree in Food and Consumer Science at Abertay University\, Mauro is dedicated to expanding his knowledge and expertise in the culinary arts. \nNote: This is a fundraising class and the proceeds help us fight hunger and deliver free events in our community. At Made In Hackney we believe access to good food is a human right\, not a privilege. Every ticket you buy helps us provide essential support to individuals and families facing food insecurity. If you would like to learn more about our work and impact\, please click here. \nRefunds/transfers: Please understand our charity needs time to resell your tickets as we rely heavily on the income generated by our fundraising classes. We require a minimum of 14 days’ notice for any cancellations or transfers once you have booked onto a class. You are also welcome to give your ticket to a friend or family member in case of last minute illness (just email classes@madeinhackney.org to let us know). \nVouchers: If you need assistance to redeem a voucher purchased on our website\, please contact us via email: classes@madeinhackney.org. \nWe’ve Published Our Debut Cookbook — We Cook Plants! Based on 12 years of experience as a pioneering vegan community cookery school\, it offers practical\, inclusive\, and delicious plant-based recipes with creative solutions to real-life challenges like cost\, access\, and time. 👉 Buy Our Debut Cookbook – We Cook Plants and support our mission to make healthy\, sustainable food accessible to all. \nFor information: classes@madeinhackney.org / 020 8442 4266 / WhatsApp message +44 07833685894
URL:https://madeinhackney.org/event/masterclass-plant-based-italian-summer-brunch/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 128 Clapton Common\, Spring Hill\, Clapton\, London\, E5 9AA\, United Kingdom
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Root to Leaf\, Cooking without Waste
DESCRIPTION:Join us and chef Helen Graham for a hands-on cooking experience to learn to cook from root to leaf\, reducing waste and maximising flavour. \n\n\n\n\nJoin renowned chef and food writer Helen Graham for a hands-on masterclass that transforms the way you think about vegetables. In this root-to-leaf experience\, you’ll discover how to cook boldly and sustainably\, maximising flavour while minimising waste. \nDrawing from Helen’s distinctive culinary style\, you’ll explore innovative techniques to bring the whole vegetable to life\, from stem to skin. \nYou’ll cook your way through a sample menu of vibrant\, plant-based dishes\, including: \n🥕 Roast Carrots with Creamy Tahini & Miso – Perfectly roasted carrots elevated with a rich\, umami-packed sauce\n🌿 Carrot Top Pesto – Bright\, herbaceous\, and made entirely from the carrot greens\n🌱 Dill\, Pea & Barberry Fritters – Light\, crispy\, and bursting with fresh\, seasonal flavours\n🍰 Zohar Cake – A fragrant\, delicious cake using both the lemon and orange zest and juice so nothing goes to waste \nLearn to transform everyday vegetables into exciting\, flavour-packed dishes while embracing a sustainable\, zero-waste approach. \nWhether you’re plant-based\, veg-curious\, or passionate about sustainable cooking\, this immersive workshop will equip you with practical skills\, bold flavour combinations\, and a new appreciation for the beauty of whole vegetables. \nAbout Chef Helen Graham \nHelen Graham is a London-based chef and acclaimed food writer\, known for her inventive\, vegetable-forward cooking rooted in her diasporic heritage. With over a decade of experience in celebrated kitchens like The Palomar\, The Barbary\, and the Ottolenghi test kitchen\, Helen has become a leading voice in modern Middle Eastern and North African-inspired cuisine. \nAs the former executive chef of Bubala\, she launched the acclaimed vegetarian restaurant’s Spitalfields and Soho locations\, earning critical praise for her creative\, sustainable use of whole vegetables. Her recipes have appeared in The Guardian\, Vogue\, Great British Chefs\, and House & Garden\, and she has made TV appearances on Sunday Brunch. \nMore recently\, Helen has hosted international pop-ups and residencies at Carousel and Oranj\, and was named one of six chefs to watch by Jay Rayner in the Observer Food Monthly. \nNote: This is a fundraising class and the proceeds help us fight hunger and deliver free events in our community. At Made In Hackney we believe access to good food is a human right\, not a privilege. Every ticket you buy helps us provide essential support to individuals and families facing food insecurity. If you would like to learn more about our work and impact\, please click here. \nRefunds/transfers: Please understand our charity needs time to resell your tickets as we rely heavily on the income generated by our fundraising classes. We require a minimum of 14 days’ notice for any cancellations or transfers once you have booked onto a class. You are also welcome to give your ticket to a friend or family member in case of last minute illness (just email classes@madeinhackney.org to let us know). \nVouchers: If you need assistance to redeem a voucher purchased on our website\, please contact us via email: classes@madeinhackney.org. \nWe’ve Published Our Debut Cookbook — We Cook Plants! Based on 12 years of experience as a pioneering vegan community cookery school\, it offers practical\, inclusive\, and delicious plant-based recipes with creative solutions to real-life challenges like cost\, access\, and time. 👉 Buy Our Debut Cookbook – We Cook Plants and support our mission to make healthy\, sustainable food accessible to all. \nFor information: classes@madeinhackney.org / 020 8442 4266 / WhatsApp message +44 07833685894
URL:https://madeinhackney.org/event/masterclass-root-to-leaf-cooking-without-waste/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 128 Clapton Common\, Spring Hill\, Clapton\, London\, E5 9AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Masterclasses
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SUMMARY:Foraging: Wild Food Walk\, London E3
DESCRIPTION:Foraging experience at the amazing award-winning Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park\, one of London’s Magnificent Seven Victorian Cemeteries.\n\n\n\nJoin wild food enthusiast\, Ken Greenway\, for a foraging experience at the amazing award-winning Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park. Ken will share his love and deep knowledge of foraging and will introduce you to the everyday plants you can eat\, opening your eyes to a new world of possibilities and flavours. He will share his knowledge of seasonal wild foods as well as where and when to pick them. \nLooking after the nature reserve and heritage site is a way of life for Ken. You will join him at this guided walk sharing knowledge and the spirit of exploration of this unique sanctuary for history\, nature and wild food. The walk is limited to 15 participants so an intimate experience in the outdoors will make it easy to ask questions and meet others in the group. \nThe journey includes: \n\nMake your own choice of wild tea on arrival from a selection of plants collected from the park\nTake your place in a guided walk to safely identify wild foods and enjoy samples of the plants along the way\nLearn tips on where and how to forage\nUnderstand the health benefits of wild foods\nTake home samples to turn into your own wild creations\nAsk Ken questions\nReceive and use a digital foraging booklet\nNumbers limited to 15 | Dogs on leads are welcome\n\n“THCP is nothing short of stunning and Kenneth\, my Friends of Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park guide\, is unbelievably knowledgeable about edible plants.” Wild Food Walk participant \nLocation: Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park\, Southern Grove\, Mile End\, London E3 4PX (a short walk from Mile End Tube Station in E3) \nAbout Ken Greenway \nKen Greenway is the site manager of THCP and is also an accredited Humanist celebrant\, Horticulture Manager for Grounded Ecotherapy and the course leader on Forage London’s event ‘Wild Food\, Wild Nature’. Ken studied Environmental Biology at the University of Greenwich and has worked at THCP since 2002 where he has developed his intimate knowledge of the site as well as his passion for wild food and foraging. Ken is also a Come Dine with Me winner! \nNote: This is a fundraising class and the proceeds help us fight hunger and deliver free events in our community. At Made In Hackney we believe access to good food is a human right\, not a privilege. Every ticket you buy helps us provide essential support to individuals and families facing food insecurity. If you would like to learn more about our work and impact\, please click here. \nRefunds/transfers: Please understand our charity needs time to resell your tickets as we rely heavily on the income generated by our fundraising classes. We require a minimum of 14 days’ notice for any cancellations or transfers once you have booked onto a class. You are also welcome to give your ticket to a friend or family member in case of last minute illness (just email classes@madeinhackney.org to let us know). \nVouchers: If you need assistance to redeem a voucher purchased on our website\, please contact us via email: classes@madeinhackney.org. \nWe’ve Published Our Debut Cookbook — We Cook Plants! Based on 12 years of experience as a pioneering vegan community cookery school\, it offers practical\, inclusive\, and delicious plant-based recipes with creative solutions to real-life challenges like cost\, access\, and time. 👉 Buy Our Debut Cookbook – We Cook Plants and support our mission to make healthy\, sustainable food accessible to all. \nFor information: classes@madeinhackney.org / 020 8442 4266 / WhatsApp message +44 07833685894
URL:https://madeinhackney.org/event/foraging-wild-food-walk-london-e3-4/
LOCATION:Tower Hamlets Cemetery Park\, Southern Grove\, London\, E3 4PX
CATEGORIES:Masterclasses
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SUMMARY:Masterclass: Plant-based Caribbean Cuisine
DESCRIPTION:Come and experience the vibrant\, comforting\, and deeply flavourful world of Caribbean cooking—plant-based style!\n\n\n\nJoin us for a hands-on masterclass highlighting distinctive\, traditional plant-based Caribbean dishes that are rarely seen in mainstream cooking classes or restaurants. Centered on nourishing\, natural ingredients and bold island flavors\, this experience is ideal for curious food lovers who want to learn authentic techniques and discover recipes rooted in Caribbean home kitchens. \nWhether you’re new to plant-based Caribbean cooking or looking to deepen your skills\, this masterclass is a delicious way to connect with culture\, community\, and seriously good food. \n🌴 Sample Menu:\nSorrel Juice: a refreshing spiced hibiscus drink\, loved across the Caribbean and celebrated for its health-boosting properties \nFry Bakes & Ackee: crispy fried pillows of dough served with golden ackee fruit\, prepared the traditional savory way \nBaigan & Tomato Chokas: roasted aubergine and tomato mashed with chadon beni and Scotch bonnet for a smoky\, punchy relish \nCorn Soup with Pumpkin & Green Bananas: a comforting island classic using green bananas as a savory\, hearty ingredient \nGreen Seasoning: the essential Caribbean herb blend used in countless dishes; we’ll make enough for you to take home \nPone: a traditional cassava and sweet potato pudding\, delicious served hot or cold \nAbout The Chef\, Flo:\nFloella (Flo) Francis is the Community Made Head Chef at Made In Hackney and is cherished and appreciated by all in the MIH family. She has been delivering Caribbean cookery classes and catering private events since 2020. She is passionate about sharing the flavors of her culture and creating welcoming spaces where food brings people together. \nBoth of Flo’s parents were born on the lush tropical island of Dominica\, nestled between Guadeloupe and Martinique. She lived there as a child and continues to return regularly\, staying deeply connected to the island’s food traditions. Flo is excited to share authentic island flavours\, cooking skills and stories with participants\, bringing you even closer to the true taste of Caribbean home cooking. \nNote: This is a fundraising class and the proceeds help us fight hunger and deliver free events in our community. At Made In Hackney we believe access to good food is a human right\, not a privilege. Every ticket you buy helps us provide essential support to individuals and families facing food insecurity. If you would like to learn more about our work and impact\, please click here. \n\n\n\n\nRefunds/transfers: Please understand our charity needs time to resell your tickets as we rely heavily on the income generated by our fundraising classes. We require a minimum of 14 days’ notice for any cancellations or transfers once you have booked onto a class. You are also welcome to give your ticket to a friend or family member in case of last minute illness (just email classes@madeinhackney.org to let us know). \nVouchers: If you need assistance to redeem a voucher purchased on our website\, please contact us via email: classes@madeinhackney.org. \nWe’ve Published Our Debut Cookbook — We Cook Plants! Based on 12 years of experience as a pioneering vegan community cookery school\, it offers practical\, inclusive\, and delicious plant-based recipes with creative solutions to real-life challenges like cost\, access\, and time. 👉 Buy Our Debut Cookbook – We Cook Plants and support our mission to make healthy\, sustainable food accessible to all. \nFor information: classes@madeinhackney.org / 020 8442 4266 / WhatsApp message +44 07833685894
URL:https://madeinhackney.org/event/masterclass-plant-based-caribbean-cuisine/
LOCATION:Liberty Hall\, 128 Clapton Common\, Spring Hill\, Clapton\, London\, E5 9AA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Masterclasses
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