The Plant-Based Community Cookery School
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.
Sep
15
Join us on 15th September for an exquisite plant-based supper club experience, hosted at our vibrant community cookery school! Indulge in a delectable menu crafted with love and care, showcasing the best of plant-based cuisine...
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Sep
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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Sep
28
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the core principles of Japanese culinary artistry. Focusing on the five fundamental cooking and eating methods: Nama (Raw), Niru (Simmered), Yaku (Grilled), Musu (Steamed), and Ageru (Fried)...
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Oct
6
Join Chef Helen for a Middle Eastern Mezze Masterclass at Made in Hackney. Learn to create delicious mezze dishes About the Chef: Helen is a renowned London-based chef and food writer celebrated for her innovative vegetable-forward cooking...
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Oct
12
Join vegan chef, TV personality and author, Nena Ubani to make a mouth-watering and authentic West African meal that’s a taste sensation At this masterclass you will learn: Starter: Toasted Pumpkin Seed Soup We'll begin by crafting a luxurious, creamy Toasted Pumpkin Seed Soup. You’ll learn how to toast pumpkin seeds to bring out their natural nutty flavor and incorporate them into a rich soup base...
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Oct
19
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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Oct
26
We'll delve into the diverse and colorful world of Portuguese cuisine, exploring authentic flavors and techniques from the north to the south of Portugal. Gustavo will guide you through the creation of a variety of plant-based dishes, showcasing the versatility of Portuguese ingredients and culinary traditions...
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Nov
10
Merse 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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Nov
23
In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn the core principles of Japanese culinary artistry. Focusing on the five fundamental cooking and eating methods: Nama (Raw), Niru (Simmered), Yaku (Grilled), Musu (Steamed), and Ageru (Fried)...
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