About this Event
We are excited to have renowned chef Helen Graham curate this special fundraising feast, bringing to the table delicious plant-based recipes from her recently published cookbook, Centrepiece, described by Meera Sodha as “the most exciting thing to happen to vegetables since Ottolenghi.”
Best known as the former exec chef of Bubala and creator of some of their most loved dishes, Helen has long been an active supporter of Made In Hackney, running successful masterclasses that raise funds for our community cookery school and meal service.
Helen’s creativity and passion for flavour will come to life with the support of Mr Organic, whose shared commitment to delicious, organic and sustainable food makes them a natural partner for this special gathering.
Your ticket includes a complimentary drink, but you’re also welcome to bring your own or purchase additional drinks from Palm 2 Deli.
Alongside a delicious dinner, your ticket directly supports Made In Hackney’s kitchen to continue nourishing our communities. Each guest will also receive a complimentary raffle entry on arrival, with additional tickets available to purchase on the night. More details about the prizes to come!
Since 2012, Made in Hackney has brought people together around plant-based food and practical cookery education to tackle food insecurity, health inequalities and social isolation.
We’ve now reached more than half a million people, helping them build the skills and confidence to prepare nutritious, affordable meals, while creating welcoming spaces where people can connect, share knowledge and build resilience. Alongside our classes, we batch-cook meals for local people experiencing vulnerability and bring the community together through regular feasts — making nutritious, sustainable food more accessible while creating opportunities for people to connect.
There’s so much more we want to do, and with your support, we can reach more people in our communities. Every ticket helps fund a place for a local resident in need to join one of our programmes.
We hope you’ll join us for an evening of brilliant food, good company and inspiring conversation — all while helping us build a fairer, healthier and more sustainable food system for all.
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THE MENU
Spicy pickled aubergines & tahini
Sweetcorn Ribs, Black Garlic, & Chipotle Butter
Hummus, Ma la Chilli Oil
All served with flatbreads
Hispi Cabbage, Whipped Sesame Tofu & Double Ginger
Bharat & Pomegranate Ratatouille
Cucumber, Rose & Nigella Seed Salad
Black Garlic & Lemon Pilaf
Chocolate Mousse, Passion Fruit & Black Lime Salsa
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50% of every ticket helps keep our community kitchen door open and hobs switched on. Because any of us can face a time when money is tight, our health changes, or we simply need somewhere to turn. Your ticket helps make sure our kitchen is here!
If you’re able to give a little more, your generosity can help someone through a difficult moment with dignity, connection and hope.
- £25 could provide hot, nourishing meals for a local household facing food poverty.
- £50 could provide ingredients for a community cooking class, helping people with conditions such as heart disease or type 2 diabetes gain the skills and confidence to better manage their health.
- £80 could give a group of children the opportunity to cook alongside a professional chef, building skills and discovering food that’s good for their health and the planet.
Whatever you give, you’re helping keep a nourishing place at the table for everyone. 💚
Event venue & nearby stays
152, 156 Lower Clapton Rd, Lower Clapton, London E5 0QJ, United Kingdom, 152, 156, London, United Kingdom
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