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Culinary Workshop & Vegan Cooking in Amersfoort by Vegan Academy - Utrecht

Culinary Workshop & Vegan Cooking in Amersfoort by Vegan Academy

Amersfoortmoderate

Difficulty

moderate

Duration

4 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels, no prior cooking experience required

Overview

Discover vibrant Middle Eastern flavors and master vegan cooking techniques at Vegan Academy in Amersfoort. This engaging 4-hour workshop offers hands-on lessons and a sharing dinner, blending culinary skill-building with cultural exploration.

Schoorl, Noord-Holland

Workshop Vegan Inspired By Ottolenghi - Amersfoort

Ages 12+ • 4 Hours • Healthy and delicious food

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About This Adventure

Join a captivating 4-hour workshop inspired by Yotam Ottolenghi, where you'll master professional cutting techniques and explore vibrant Middle Eastern flavors. Create six delicious plant-based dishes, from Moroccan-inspired carpaccio to panna cotta with saffron. Enjoy your culinary creations in a shared dinner, making this a unique and memorable experience.

Duration: 4 Hours

Are you just as enthusiastic about Yotam Ottolenghi’s recipes? Those delicious salads, roasted vegetables, the rich flavors of the Middle East, the idea that healthy and delicious food easily go together? In this workshop Vegan inspired by Ottolenghi, the chef of Vegan Academy takes you along several recipes that are inspired by the great cooking style from the eastern part of the Mediterranean.

What does the workshop Vegan Inspired by Ottolenghi look like?

We start off with a demo of professional cutting techniques so you can get down to business like a real chef. Then we take a brief look at the most important ingredients that suit the Ottolenghi style of cooking: the fresh herbs, the spices, the vegetables, the possible substitutes for cheese and other dairy products (Labne) and of course the lovely bread. We also delve into the cooking techniques that go well with this style. We also look at how you can apply this style to your local vegetables and products. Then we start cooking. During this workshop, together with your fellow participants and under the supervision of our chef, we will create six recipes that together form a delicious and lavish, but so very healthy meal. Finally we all sit down and enjoy our self-prepared menu in the way it looks at its best: as a shared dinner, accompanied by a nice glass of one or the other and some good conversation.

What will you make during the workshop Vegan Inspired by Ottolenghi

  • Salad with romaine lettuce, fennel, carrot, almond ricotta, roasted grapes and buckwheat
  • Moroccan inspired “carpaccio” of blackened beetroot with “tortured” veggies, orange-blossom dressing and tahin
  • Sheet pan pie with seasonal vegetables
  • Portobello burgers with homemade flatbread
  • Oven roasted “poor mans” asparagus with lemon and “fresh earth” made of rye, olives and mushrooms -red onion chutney
  • Panna cotta with saffron and orange

What will you have learned afterward?

You have learned about a number of delicious plant-based recipes in which vegetables are prepared in a surprising and tasty way. You have various useful tips for varying these recipes.

Does it make your mouth water?

Then book your ticket now. Would you like to give this (or any other) workshop to someone as a present? At the Vegan Academy, you can buy gift cards that allow the recipient to choose a workshop and date. Click here to jump straight to the gift cards.

Adventure Tips

Come hungry and ready to learn

Bring your enthusiasm and a curious palate—this workshop is hands-on and interactive.

Arrive early to prep

Get settled and familiarize yourself with the kitchen setup before the session starts.

Bring your favorite knife

For a more personalized experience, use your own sharp, comfortable knife.

Ask questions freely

Instructors welcome your questions to deepen your understanding of plant-based techniques and flavors.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • City pigeons
  • Urban foxes

History

Amersfoort has a rich medieval history, with well-preserved city walls and a charming old town dating back to the 13th century.

Conservation

The Vegan Academy promotes sustainable cooking practices, emphasizing plant-based ingredients to reduce environmental impact.

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Recommended Gear

Sharp chef's knife

Essential

A good-quality, sharp knife improves safety and efficiency during prep.

Apron

Keeps your clothes clean while chopping and cooking.

Notebook or digital device

For jotting down recipes and notes for future use.

Comfortable shoes

Essential

Stand comfortably for extended periods in the kitchen.