Summer Celebration Workshops

summer Workshops
To celebrate the start of summer, we’re launching a series of four exciting workshops. Join us for one or all 4! Each one promises to be an adventure into fresh flavours from all around the world and the best produce of the season. Your evening will begin with a complimentary drink in our newly opened garden. Then onto our cutting edge teaching kitchen, where you’ll be guided through creating a perfect summer dish by our expert tutors. Round out your experience sitting and eating in our communal dining area.
Thursday 5th June: The Ultimate Veggie Burger. Get ready to elevate your burger game! Craft the prefect patty from scratch, toast the best bun, and go to town with toppings!
Thursday 12th June: Bibimbap Bliss. Take a culinary journey to Korea to create this iconic dish. Choc full of fresh, colourful veg, plant-based super proteins, and piquant pickles.
Thursday 19th June: Spicy Bites: Vada Pav and Okra Fries. Learn how to recreate this beloved Mumbai street food dish in your own home. Perfect for those who love bold flavours with a comfort food lilt.
Thursday 26th June: Bao! Wow! We’ll teach you how to cook delicious fillings and steam and fill the perfect bao. Your selection will include: Tofu Katsu, Miso Glazed Aubergine, and Kimchi Oyster Mushroom.
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.
We’d like to capture our celebrations in photographs and video. There may be press present. If you would like to be excluded from photography, please let your tutor know when you arrive.
More info
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