Seasonal cookery: Summer
Join us for a vibrant celebration of summer cooking. This class brings together bold seasonal ingredients, clever techniques and fresh flavour combinations that showcase the very best of the warmer months.
You’ll learn how to create impressive mains, layered sharing plates and light, elegant desserts. All designed to be achievable at home and full of sunshine. Expect colour, creativity and plenty of opportunities to build skills while you cook, eat and enjoy.
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.
Recipes you are likely to make include:
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Rhubarb, Gin, and Hibiscus Quick Cheesecake Pots
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Charred Aubergine T‑Bone with Lemon‑Herb Orzo and Toasted Butter Beans
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Smoky Tomato & Pepper Fatteh with Crispy Pita & Yogurt‑Tahini Sauce
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Meet your tutor
Akshata is a passionate chef and culinary educator with a Doctorate in Hotel Management, specialising in Culinary Arts. She has cooked in leading restaurants across the UK and India and spent over seven years sharing her knowledge with thousands of students. Akshata loves inspiring others through hands-on classes, online workshops, and live demonstrations, and her experience ranges from training military cadets to organising inclusive chef competitions. Warm, approachable, and full of expertise, Akshata makes every class an enjoyable and rewarding experience.
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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.
Is there a minimum age requirement?
Our courses are designed for adults. We may accept bookings for older teenagers, but please get in touch first to check whether the class is suitable. Contact us at cook@vegsoc.org or call 0161 925 2000.
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
Pacemakers: Our hobs are induction. If you have a pacemaker, please get in touch before booking. We can provide portable gas hobs; however, it may not be possible to maintain a safe distance in busy classes, so advance discussion is essential.
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)
- Ancoats Mobility Hub, 21 Poland Street (6 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)
Contact COOK!
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our friendly team:
Tel: 0161 925 2000
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