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Deansgate Square
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Email us at lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to be added to the waitlist.Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie
Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun. One ticket is for 2 people, and you will cook your meal together.
Enjoy canapés and a complementary beverage on arrival, Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips so you can take Instagram worthy foodie photo’s. You will then sit down to eat your meal in the company of others in our dining area.
Cooking Together – Italian – Example dishes: For allergies & dietaries (not vegan or gluten free), let us know in the booking notes. You cook the same dish in your pair.
- Starter – Butternut Squash and Mozzarella Tortellini. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Main – Pan fried Sea Bass with Pea, Lemon & Chive Risotto. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Dessert: Made by chef so you can enjoy your evening
What’s included:
- Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Deansgate Square
Waitlist for sold out classes
Email us at lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to be added to the waitlist.Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call
Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun. One ticket is for 2 people, and you will cook the same meal in your pair.
Enjoy canapés and a complementary beverage on arrival, Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips. You will then sit down to eat your meal in the company of others in our dining area.
Example dishes. For allergies & dietaries, let us know in the booking notes, you cook the same meal in your pair.
- Starter – Mandu Dumplings with Pork.
- Main – Korean Fried chicken with kimchi fried rice
- Dessert – Chef-made so you can relax and enjoy your meal.
What’s included:
- Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Didsbury
Waitlist for sold out classes
Email us at lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to be added to the waitlist.Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun.
Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun. One ticket is for 2 people, and you will cook your meal together.
Enjoy canapés and a complementary beverage on arrival, Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips so you can take Instagram worthy foodie photo’s. You will then sit down to eat your meal in the company of others in our dining area.
All classes can be adapted to most allergies & food preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.
Example menu: things may change, trust us it will be delicious
Cooking Together – Caribbean
- Starter: Jamaican Curry Shrimp with Roti. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Main: Jerk Chicken, Black Bean and Mango Salad, Dominican Rainbow Rice. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Dessert: Chef-made so you can relax and enjoy your meal.
What’s included:
- Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Didsbury
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Many of us love fish, but rarely cook it at home. A perfect blend of demo and hands on skill, during this class, our chef will guide you through 3-4
Class Description
Many of us love fish, but rarely cook it at home. A perfect blend of demo and hands on skill, during this class, our chef will guide you through 3-4 different fish dishes to ensure you have the confidence to prepare at home. As the dishes are ready, we eat as they are piping hot. Some dishes will be individually prepared, some of the larger fish will be shared.
Examples of what you will Learn:
- Filleting Seasonal Round Fish – Red Mullet, Mackerel; Sea Bass; Trout; Bream
- Filleting Seasonal Flat Fish – Brixham Flounder; Lemon Sole; Plaice; Cornish Sole; Dover Sole
- Cooking methods: Ceviche, En Papillote, pan fry
- Salmon Gravalax – demo
- How to best use your fishmonger – how to tell fish is fresh
What’s included:
- Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Deansgate Square
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Spend a few hours with our Sardinian maestro and you’ll see why he enjoys cooking so much. Famed for its simplicity and long running traditions, Sardinian cookery feels
Class Description
Spend a few hours with our Sardinian maestro and you’ll see why he enjoys cooking so much. Famed for its simplicity and long running traditions, Sardinian cookery feels authentic and unspoilt with a huge helping of creativity and flair.
Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration, this extended class includes time to enjoy eating your dishes in the dining room. You will leave with plenty of leftovers and the confidence to cook more delicious dishes at home.
Example dishes: For allergies & dietaries (not vegan or gluten free), let us know in the booking notes.
- Fregola con le arselle
- Culurgiones
- Seadas
What’s included:
- Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided, you will enjoy eating the food you create in the dining room at the end of the class, take home any leftovers, bring containers or use our simple ones.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Didsbury
Waitlist for sold out classes
Email us at lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to be added to the waitlist.Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call
Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun. One ticket is for 2 people, and you will cook your meal together.
Enjoy canapés and a complementary beverage on arrival, Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips so you can take Instagram worthy foodie photo’s. You will then sit down to eat your meal in the company of others in our dining area.
All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.
Example menu: things may change, trust us it will be delicious
Cooking Together – Indian
- Starter: Lamb Momos; mint dip, mango kachumber. For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Main: Keralan Chicken Curry; For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Dessert: Made by Chef so you enjoy your evening
What’s included:
- Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Deansgate Square
Waitlist for sold out classes
Email us at lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to be added to the waitlist.Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call
Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun. One ticket is for 2 people, and you will cook the same meal together.
Enjoy canapés and a complementary beverage on arrival, Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips so you can take Instagram worthy foodie photo’s. You will then sit down to eat your meal in the company of others in our dining area.
All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.
Example menu: things may change, trust us it will be delicious
Cooking Together – Mexican
- Starter: Elote Corn, Cheesy Beef Quesadilla; For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Main: Mexican Spiced Chicken Taco with Jalapeno, Pomegranate & Lime Slaw; For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
- Dessert – Made by chef so you can enjoy your evening.
What’s included:
- Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Didsbury
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The Great British Bake Off TV show as inspired us to bring you a class to learn all there is to know about choux pastry. Former tutor of Slattery School of
Class Description
The Great British Bake Off TV show as inspired us to bring you a class to learn all there is to know about choux pastry.
Former tutor of Slattery School of Excellence, Victoria has joined the team at Food Sorcery to delivery a range of baking classes. The perfect pastry for pies, patisserie passion, tempering chocolate or cake decorating, let Victoria inspire you.
You will learn
- How to plan your baking to create stunning choux pastry desserts
- Make and pipe choux pastry
- Make crème mousseline
- How to fill eclairs and choux puffs for the mini Croquembouche tower
- Assemble and build a mini Croquembouche – Victoria will give guidance on creating a large sized croquembouche tower
- Create a beautiful Paris-Brest – splitting, piping and layering this showstopper
You Will make and Take Home
- Mini croquembouche tower – please bring a suitable container to transport it home
- Eclairs – filled and decorated
- Paris-Brest – named after the bike race Paris, to Brest. Filled with praline cream.
Save the planet! – bring three large re-useable containers and a bag to transport your bakes home. We have disposable ones if you forget.
What’s Included:
- Tea/Coffee or soft drinks on arrival, all ingredients you need. You will sit down to a light lunch during the class and will take away your creations.
- Bring your own containers to transport your creations home, we have simple ones if you forget.
- Copies of the recipes will also be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level – All Abilities
Baker
Victoria Richardson is the former tutor of ‘Slatterys School of Excellence’ a trained chef, pastry chef, confectioner, cake designer and chocolatier. She has a vast amount of knowledge and shares her skills in such a way that you cannot help but be as enthusiastic as she is.
Didsbury
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This is for the home barista or coffee enthusiasts wishing to learn more about how to create great espresso and milk-based drinks from their own kitchen. This session
Class Description
This is for the home barista or coffee enthusiasts wishing to learn more about how to create great espresso and milk-based drinks from their own kitchen. This session lasts for three hours and requires no previous experience at all, it is also adaptable to meet the specific needs of the student and ensure the content covered is relevant to your own equipment.
We will explore the principles of brewing coffee, taking into account the impact of coffee origin/processing/water quality and filtration method in addition to all the important barista skills. We will then introduce the theory behind espresso brewing including the adjustment and calibration of the grinder before covering off milk steaming and the foundations of latte art technique.
Skills you will Learn:
- Coffee tasting speciality coffee
- Learn how to get better results when making espresso at home
- Learn about milk texturing and the fundamentals of latte art
- Learn about the different ways to make coffee at home including V60, clever dripper, aero press etc
- You will get to enjoy lots of very tasty and interesting coffees from around the world
What’s included:
Lots of coffee and some biscuits!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Barista
Gavin our resident Barista has over 20 years experience in the coffee world and has been teaching coffee classes for 7 years. There is nothing like a well brewed espresso to set you up for the day.
Deansgate Square
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Take in the delicious aromas of different curries from around the world, traditionally a sauce seasoned with
Class Description
Take in the delicious aromas of different curries from around the world, traditionally a sauce seasoned with spices – there are so many varieties it’s hard to understand the differences. This class will look at three different curries from around the world – Thai, Vietnamese, Malaysian – which will give you a wealth of knowledge so you can embrace your spice cupboard!
Combination of hands-on cooking and demonstration. Eat as you cook and takeaway your creations. You will leave with tips and tricks to cook more delicious dishes at home.
Examples of what you might cook: things may change, trust us it will be delicious!
- Thai Green Curry with Fish.
- Malaysian Beef Rendang.
- Vietnamese Chicken Curry.
For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking notes.
What’s included:
- Free drink on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided, you will eat as you cook and take home the additional dishes, bring containers or use our simple ones.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Chef
Chorchaba Harper will take you through the years of my childhood by showing you the very dishes I was taught as a girl by my Aunt to whom I owe so much.
Didsbury
Waitlist for sold out classes
Email us at lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to be added to the waitlist.Class Description
Cooking Together evenings are as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it
Class Description
Cooking Together evenings are as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun. One ticket is for 2 people, and you will cook your meal together.
Enjoy canapés and a complementary beverage on arrival, Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips so you can take Instagram worthy foodie photos. You will then sit down to eat your meal in the company of others in our dining area.
All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.
Example menu: things may change, trust us it will be delicious
Cooking Together – Japanese
- Starter: Yakitori with Japanese Slaw and Onigiri
- Main: Sapporo Miso Ramen with Pork or Sweet Potato Gyoza
- Dessert – Chef makes Dessert so you can enjoy your evening
For dietaries and allergies let us know in the booking
What’s included:
- Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
Deansgate Square
Waitlist for sold out classes
Email us at lovetocook@foodsorcery.co.uk to be added to the waitlist.Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call
Class Description
A Cooking Together Experience is as much about chatting and relaxing as they are about learning and eating – the perfect blend of meal out and cookery class, we call it sociable foodie fun. One ticket is for 2 people, and you will cook your meal together.
Enjoy canapés and a complementary beverage on arrival, Chef will guide you through creating your meal, sharing their knowledge and love of food with cooking and presentation tips so you can take Instagram worthy foodie photo’s. You will then sit down to eat your meal in the company of others in our dining area.
All classes can be adapted to most allergies & preferences, just let us know in the notes when booking.
Example menu: things may change, trust us it will be delicious
Cooking Together – Fabulous Fish
- Starter: Balsamic Glazed Octopus with Citrus Salad & Spiced Saffron Mayo.
- Main: Pan Seared Halibut with Portuguese Piri Piri Sauce, Baby New Potatoes & Pea-shoots
- Dessert: Made by chefs so you can enjoy your meal
What’s included:
- Free drink & Canapé on arrival. Additional beverages can be purchased at the bar.
- All ingredients provided; you will enjoy your meal in the company of others in the dining area.
- Copies of the recipes will be emailed to you after the class.
- The added bonus is the washing up is all done for you!
Skill Level: All Abilities
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Experience the joy of cooking with our hands-on classes, team-building events, and foodie experiences. From beginners to experts, we offer something for everyone—cook together for a fun, social adventure or refine your skills with a solo session. Discover, create, and enjoy great food!
Customer Reviews
EXCELLENT Based on 236 reviews CEBManchester2025-01-31Verified Very enjoyable cooking classes We’ve recently taken part in 2 classes at Food Sorcery in Didsbury; Mexican & Chinese. The Mexican was a large group & the Chinese was a lot smaller. The staff at both classes were very welcoming & both chefs very knowledgeable & approachable. All ingredients, utensils etc are provided in a well equipped area. We both really enjoyed the classes & the whole ambiance of the setting & the chance to sit & enjoy food we cooked in a social setting. Would highly recommend! megan2025-01-27Verified Best cooking class ever! I attended the Cambodian cooking class with my friend as her birthday present. Chorchaba (The chef) was amazing! She had great cooking skills and was so knowledgable, giving us tips and tricks along the way. She was also really funny. She made our experience so enjoyable! Would really recommend the Cambodian cooking class to anyone thinking of going. A great night 10/10, would definitely return, especially to one of chorchaba’s classes. fay p2025-01-20Verified Wonderful experience I bought this cookery experience for myself, husband and 15 year old son. We arrived to a very warm welcome from Chef Kevin and his colleagues . The course was very well organised and fun with high quality ingredients . Kevin the chef was obviously very experienced and knowledgeable and gave great tuition and confidence to everyone taking part . We loved the dishes we cooked and felt confident to repeat these ourselves back home. We shall certainly be coming again on one of the many courses they offer . CottamTravels2025-01-06Verified Middle Eastern Couples Class We attended a class in Didsbury on a Sunday Night. Good group of like minded individuals cooking really tasty food in huge portions (more than enough for the two of us!) led by a funny and friendly chef supported by a great team at the venue.Friendly welcome, decent drinks and no washing up!Can’t wait to book another. Simon Richardson2025-01-05Verified What an amazing way to spend an afternoon if you enjoy cooking and food ! We had an amazing time cooking Korean with Kev (the chef) Super fun, super organised, great venue and really super easy. Managed to pack in so much in 3 hours, Chef Kev very knowledgeable, learned loads, lots of new techniques and ingredients! We will definitely be back to do other regions of the world, thanks guys ❤️ Racheljay A2024-12-31Verified Brilliantly fun and different way to spend an evening Brilliant class, knowledgeable fun chef, gorgeous food and we met other nice couples. Would definitely recommend as a fun way to spend an evening with family / friends / partner Tayla S2024-12-15Verified 10/10 could not recommend enough! 10/10 amazing experience.The chef was brilliant, made you feel including in the cooking, got to know everyone and provided great tips and tricks - shout out to Kev!The staff were great, adapted our courses as we are veggies and I have allergies and this was catered for throughout. Felt so comfortable as someone who can get anxious about eating out with allergies.Lovely atmosphere and experience, feels intimate and open/friendly to everyone!10/10 experience, could not recommend enough Also the chef made food was amazing and so was the meal we cooked Yvonne S2024-12-15Verified Great fun and great food! Our team went to food soucery for something a little different to the usual Christmas do. We had the use of the area in the morning for our business update meeting followed by some canapés and drinks before getting down to the cooking. The team at food sorcery coped with the dietary and allergy requirements of our team amazingly well. Nothing was too much trouble even when we had to change some things at the last minute. The chef demonstrated what we needed to do really well and everything we needed was laid out for us. The food was very tasty and not the type of dishes many of our team would have thought to cook normally. We made a starter and main and then dessert was presented to us. I was disappointed that this was sticky toffee pudding but when I tried it it was really nice - not the usual overly sweet cloggy stuff. There was a well stocked bar with plenty of non alcoholic options too (including artificial sweetener free). We stayed beyond our allotted time but the staff made us still feel very relaxed and welcome as they didn’t have anyone else in after us. Fantastic event and would highly recommend. Tracey Turner2024-12-12Verified Thank you! Thank you Food Sorcery Team for a fantastic day, lovely atmosphere, learned to cook new food (delicious) and very relaxed but only because of your work! Great day for a work team to enjoy together. Jill R2024-12-08Verified Delicious food and fun afternoon! A fantastic fun and educational experience learning to cook Mexican food. The team were helpful, friendly and so welcoming. Easy to follow guidance and a great venue! Thank you!
Unforgettable Team Building Events
Two fantastic venues to choose from—Manchester city centre with its state-of-the-art vibe or leafy Didsbury, with easy transport links and views over the river. Which will you choose?
Inclusive and fun, our cookery events bring teams together in a dynamic environment, fostering collaboration while creating and sharing delicious food.
With nearly 10 years of experience hosting events for companies big and small, Food Sorcery offers a team experience to remember.



