The Plant-Based Community Cookery School
The Plant-Based Community Cookery School
Saturday 14th February 2026
11:00am - 3:00pm
£100
Made In Hackney, Liberty Hall (black & white building by the common), 128 Clapton Common, Spring Hill, Clapton, London, E5 9AA, UK
What to Expect:
Transform your dinner parties with plant-based dishes that impress and delight! In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to create a show-stopping, plant-powered menu perfect for any gathering. Discover tips and techniques for balancing flavors, enhancing presentation, and preparing a meal that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. By the end, you’ll be ready to host with confidence and flair!
Sample Menu:
About Chef Helen Graham:
Helen is a renowned London-based chef and food writer celebrated for her innovative vegetable-forward cooking. Drawing inspiration from her diasporic roots and the vibrant cuisines of Eastern Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, Helen has garnered acclaim for her unique culinary approach.
With over a decade of experience in the restaurant industry, Helen has been instrumental in the launch of acclaimed establishments like the Palomar and the Barbary. She has also contributed significantly in the Ottolenghi test kitchen, with her recipes frequently featured in prominent publications such as The Guardian and Sweet.
As the executive chef at Bubala, a highly praised vegetarian restaurant, Helen oversaw the opening of its Spitalfields and Soho branches, earning accolades from critics for her sustainable and innovative use of whole vegetables in her menus. Her recipes have appeared in esteemed outlets like Great British Chefs, House & Garden, The Guardian, and Vogue. Additionally, Helen has made television appearances on Sunday Brunch.
Following her tenure at Bubala, Helen has undertaken a residency at Oranj and Carousel and hosted pop-ups in Tbilisi and Sri Lanka. Helen's culinary prowess was recognized by Jay Rayner, who nominated her as one of six chefs to watch in the Observer Food Monthly Magazine.
Note: 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.
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.
We’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.
For information: classes@madeinhackney.org / 020 8442 4266 / WhatsApp message +44 07833685894