Cocktails and Canapés
Cocktails and canapés: A Festive Culinary Workshop
Whether you’re a seasoned host or a culinary novice, this workshop is designed to inspire and equip you with the skills to make your festive gatherings truly special. Join tutor Maz and bring the art of festive entertaining to life! This hands-on experience is perfect for anyone looking to add a little sparkle to their festive entertaining. Or if you simply want to come and enjoy a pre-Christmas treat all for yourself.
You’ll be guided through:
Delicious Canapés: Discover the secrets to creating elegant and delectable canapés that are sure to be the highlight of any party. Our expert chefs will guide you through the preparation of bite-sized delights that are both visually stunning and packed with flavour.
Festive Cocktails: Learn to craft seasonal cocktails designed to impress. You’ll master the techniques of mixing, shaking, and garnishing like a pro.
Above recipes are subject to availability of ingredients.
You’ll be able to make the recipes you learn on this class at home, time and time again. After your cookery experience, you will be emailed a pack for you to keep containing all of the recipes you learned on the day.
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What is included?
- Expert tuition from a friendly COOK! tutor
- All ingredients, recipes and equipment
- A COOK! apron to wear in the class
- Digital copies of all recipes
- On full day courses you will be having what you cook for lunch
- Complimentary refreshments on arrival (further refreshments will be available to purchase throughout the class)
Do I need any prior experience?
Not at all. Please don’t worry if you are a beginner as this class is completely suitable for all levels. All you need is a willingness to learn and give things a go!
What if I have a food allergy?
If you have any food allergies or intolerances, please contact our friendly team before booking to check whether the course is suitable for you.
Email: cook@vegsoc.org
Call: 0161 925 2000
What to expect on the day
Tutors will guide you through the preparation of various dishes, teaching you essential cooking skills and techniques while introducing you to key ingredients.
You’ll work mainly individually, allowing you to gain hands-on experience.
You’ll enjoy a relaxed and interactive learning environment with plenty of tastings, and you can take everything you make home with you.
What do I need to bring?
Please bring containers for taking food away with you
There will be the opportunity to purchase additional refreshments and merchandise such as aprons.
Please note that we are a cashless establishment and only accept card payments.
Accessibility info
There is a platform lift to the 1st floor where COOK! is located and step-free access to the building
We have lower work stations available for seated use
Blue badge/accessible parking is available on site, please contact us to book cook@vegsoc.org
How to find us
COOK! is based in the heart of Ancoats and is extremely easy to get to:
COOK! with the Vegetarian Society
15 Jersey Street
Ancoats
Manchester
M4 6EZ
If you are driving there are several nearby carparks:
- SIP Car Parks Limited, 27 Gun Street (3 min walk)
- NCP Jersey Street (6 min walk)
If you are attending a class on a Sunday, there is free street parking on surrounding streets (Jersey St, Redhill St, Blossom St)
Nearest Metrolink: Shudehill (12 min walk)
Nearest Train station: Manchester Piccadilly (15 min walk)
Meet your tutor
Maz has a passion for fantastic flavours! She teaches on a wide range of courses at the Vegetarian Society Cookery School including Thai and Vietnamese Cookery and Vegan Street Food. Maz has worked with big organisations, including the LGBT Foundation and Manchester University, and has catered for the England women’s cricket team too.
Contact COOK!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our friendly team:
Tel: 0161 925 2000