Masterclass: Plant Based Mexican

Masterclass - Masterclass: Plant Based Mexican

The Event

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.

Menu

Corn Tortillas: Learn the art of making homemade corn tortillas from scratch, mastering the techniques of masa dough preparation and pressing for that authentic Mexican taste and texture.

Pinto Fried Beans: Discover the soul-satisfying comfort of pinto fried beans, cooked to perfection with onions, garlic, and Mexican spices, offering a hearty and flavorful side dish.

Cauliflower in Adobo: Experience the smoky and spicy flavors of adobo sauce infused with tender cauliflower florets, a vegetarian twist on a classic Mexican dish that will tantalize your taste buds.

Creamy Mushrooms in Chipotle: Indulge in the creamy richness of mushrooms simmered in a smoky chipotle sauce, creating a savory and satisfying dish that pairs perfectly with warm tortillas.

Creamy Árbol Spicy Salsa: Spice up your taste buds with our creamy árbol spicy salsa, featuring the bold flavors of dried árbol chilies, garlic, and lime, perfect for adding a kick to any dish.

Guacamole: Master the art of making the perfect guacamole, blending ripe avocados with fresh lime juice, tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeños for a creamy and flavorful dip.

Tomato Rice: Elevate your meal with our aromatic tomato rice, cooked with onions, garlic, and tomatoes, infused with Mexican spices for a delicious and satisfying accompaniment to your main dishes.

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About Karla Zazueta

Karla is a Mexican cookery teacher, author, Mexican food writer, and caterer originally from Baja California in northern Mexico. Living in London since 2003, she teaches authentic Mexican cooking in a fun and engaging way, drawing on her previous experience as a secondary school teacher. Her teaching studio is based in East Finchley / Hampstead Garden Suburb, where she can accommodate up to 6 people at a time.

In addition to her cookery classes, Karla hosts Mexican supper clubs for up to 8 people at her house, which is decorated in a vibrant Mexican style. She also provides Mexican food catering for private and corporate events.

Karla's following has grown over the years, and she recently published her first Mexican cookbook in April 2024. With a lifelong love for cooking, especially her authentic family Mexican recipes, Karla aims to share the flavors and memories of Mexico through her food.

Her dishes are infused with a special "touch" known as sazón, adding an extra element of love and authenticity that sets her cooking apart. Join Karla on her Mexican Food Memories adventure and start cooking more Mexican with her heartfelt recipes.

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When you buy a Made In Hackney cookery class you enjoy an enriching culinary experience and help us fight hunger in our community.

Refunds/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).

Vouchers: If you need assistance to redeem a voucher purchased on our website, please contact us via email: classes@madeinhackney.org.

Note: This is a fundraising class and the proceeds help us fight hunger in our community. At Made In Hackney we believe access to good food is a human right - not a privilege. If you would like to learn more about our work, please click here.

For information: classes@madeinhackney.org / 020 8442 4266 / WhatsApp message +44 07833685894