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.
Jul
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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Jul
20
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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Jul
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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Aug
10
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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Aug
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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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
What to Expect: 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). Under Gustavo's expert guidance, you'll master the preparation of one dish for each technique, gaining invaluable insights into traditional and contemporary Japanese gastronomy...
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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
26
What to Expect: In this hands-on masterclass, 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
mmerse 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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