Join in a series of relaxed, fun, hands-on cookery workshops designed to boost your cooking skills; support your health, wellbeing, and wallet; and bring people together!

Why are they unique?

For everyone – from total beginners to confident home cooks

Accessible – low benches available for wheelchair users, small group size (max 8 people), and a supportive, inclusive atmosphere

Designed to be easy – you’ll learn practical skills you can use every day

Great value – most sessions are just £8–£10, and if we use recipes from our own book you’ll get 50% off the book on the night

How do sessions work?

Different themes each week, 8 spaces
Over 2 hours, you’ll make 2–3 delicious meals you can recreate at home
Step-by-step guidance from friendly staff
All ingredients and equipment provided
Practical cooking skills and nutrition tips
Social time over shared tasters
Take your freshly cooked meals home

Workshops:

9th Sep: Get Creative with Curries

Learn authentic ways to make different curries as well as easy samosas. Learn how to adapt recipes to whatever veg you have, use fresh spices, and create authentic flavours on a budget.

£10 – some cooking knowledge helpful

16th Sep: Eat the Rainbow

Reimagine everyday meals (chilli, stew, pasta) to be more nutritious and colourful. Learn how to get creative with what’s in your fridge.

Includes recipes from our recipe book, 50% off the book tonight.

£8 – be able to use a knife

23rd Sep: Chinese at Home

Make healthy, budget-friendly Chinese-inspired dishes. Explore authentic spices, plus tips for adding flavour without breaking the bank.

£10 – some cooking knowledge helpful

30th Sep: Breads & Dips

Create easy flatbreads plus quick, healthy dips and fillings like pesto, hummus and harissa. Includes recipes from our recipe book, 50% off the book tonight.

£8 – be able to use a knife

7th Oct: Batch Cooking Basics

Make sauces from what you have, and versatile bases like lentil mince or dahl that can be turned into multiple meals, including curry cottage pie!

£10 – be able to use a knife

14th Oct: Dumpling Delight

Learn to make dumplings and ramen, getting creative with healthy, flavour-packed fillings. A fun, hands-on, and surprisingly healthy session.

£8 – be able to use a knife

21st Oct: Brilliant Breakfasts

Quick, healthy breakfast ideas, including make-ahead recipes for busy mornings. You’ll make your own granola and muffins.

Includes recipes from our recipe book, 50% off the book tonight.

£8 – be able to use a knife

28th Oct: Intro to Sourdough

A longer session (5:30–8:30pm) exploring the basic process of sourdough. We’ll bake something during the session, prep a dough to bake at home, and learn how to make a starter.

£15 – some kitchen skills helpful

4th Nov: Mexican at Home

Bring Mexican flavours into your kitchen. Learn to make easy nachos, quesadillas, authentic spice blends, and budget-friendly toppings.

£8 – be able to use a knife

25th Nov: Puddings & Treats

Create easy no-bake tiffins, fruit crumbles, and mug cakes. Learn how to cut down on sugar without losing flavour.

Includes recipes from our recipe book, 50% off the book tonight.

£8 – be able to use a knife

How to book:

All sessions take place at Dudhope Castle, DD36HF
Booking essential for each session, limited spaces. Please do not book for every week, to allow space for other.
Book via Humanitix. Payment will be taken on the night.
Please send a list of any allergens we need to be aware of.

We look forward to seeing you then!

This project is led by Uppertunity, and supported by NHS Charitable Foundation.