Calendar of local events

 

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High rise baking 10:00
High rise baking @ Highett Street Community Garden
Mar 1 @ 10:00 – 13:00
Join them to make social connections, learn new skills and create baked items for the Caravan Cafe – a social enterprise pop up cafe each Friday run by Belgium Avenue Neighbourhood House.
No waste cook club 18-25 years (4 sessions) 11:00
No waste cook club 18-25 years (4 sessions) @ Schoolhouse Studios
Mar 1 @ 11:00 – 14:00
On Fridays, starting 1st March, 11am-2pm. For those aged 18-25. Each week, you will cook and share a vegetarian meal with others using donated surplus food. In so doing, you will learn different recipes and [...]
Thai cooking master class 14:00
Thai cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 1 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Thai cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: fish sauce dressing; green or [...]
Mexican cooking master class 18:30
Mexican cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 1 @ 18:30 – 21:30
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Mexican cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: tacos de guisado (stewed beef); [...]
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Fermenting at home 10:00
Fermenting at home @ CERES
Mar 2 @ 10:00 – 13:00
You will learn the basics of making your own sauerkraut, fermented seasonal vegetables and kombucha plus how to use fermented products in day-to-day life. You will take home your own jars of vegetables to ferment [...]
Gnocchi making class 10:00
Gnocchi making class @ That's Amore Cheese
Mar 2 @ 10:00 – 13:00
What you will learn: how to make fluffy potato gnocchi with a four cheese sauce; and how to make easy ricotta gnocchi with a cavolo nero pesto. What you will get: Italian style lunch and [...]
Rosa’s cooking class 10:15
Rosa’s cooking class
Mar 2 @ 10:15 – 15:00
Italian food. See Rosa’s website for the menus.
Japanese curry with Chika’s home cooking 10:30
Japanese curry with Chika’s home cooking @ Newlands Neighbourhood House
Mar 2 @ 10:30 – 13:00
Unravel the secrets of Japanese curry using curry cubes and learn how to pair with glossy rice. Also featuring a quick summer garden salad incorporating freshly harvested vegetables from NECCHi’s own edible garden. At the [...]
Chinese cooking master class 14:00
Chinese cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 2 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Chinese cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: sichaun wontons; chilli and sesame [...]
Japanese cooking master class 18:30
Japanese cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 2 @ 18:30 – 21:30
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Japanese cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu in odd numbered months: sushi [...]
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Sourdough bread baking 09:00
Sourdough bread baking @ CERES
Mar 3 @ 09:00 – 17:00
You will: make a variety of different breads, gaining the skills and confidence to make your own at home; enjoy some of your own handmade pizza for lunch; and take home some leaven to get [...]
Rosa’s cooking class 10:15
Rosa’s cooking class
Mar 3 @ 10:15 – 15:00
Italian food. See Rosa’s website for the menus.
Korean cooking master class 14:00
Korean cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 3 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Korean cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: kimchi, Korean style spicy chicken; [...]
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High rise baking 10:00
High rise baking @ Highett Street Community Garden
Mar 8 @ 10:00 – 13:00
Join them to make social connections, learn new skills and create baked items for the Caravan Cafe – a social enterprise pop up cafe each Friday run by Belgium Avenue Neighbourhood House.
Japanese cooking 101: Chika’s Japanese home cooking (3 sessions) 13:00
Japanese cooking 101: Chika’s Japanese home cooking (3 sessions) @ Greenhills Neighbourhood House
Mar 8 @ 13:00 – 14:00
On 3 consecutive Fridays, starting 8th March, 1-2pm. Week 1: dashi stock and miso soup. Week 2: gohan (steamed rice) and onigirazu (rice sandwich). Week 3: vegetarian side dishes. Presenter: Chika. Organised by Greenhills Neighbourhood [...]
Cooking with Australian ingredients master class 14:00
Cooking with Australian ingredients master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 8 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about some bush foods, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: smoked kangaroo tenderloin or [...]
Japanese cooking master class 18:30
Japanese cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 8 @ 18:30 – 21:30
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Japanese cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu in odd numbered months: sushi [...]
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Thai cooking 10:30
Thai cooking @ Arrabri Community House
Mar 9 @ 10:30 – 13:00
You will make Thai grilled pork or chicken salads and chicken galangal soup. You will enjoy some taste testing and should have some extra to take home too. Take an apron, knife, chopping board and [...]
Raw food treats cooking workshop 13:00
Raw food treats cooking workshop @ Camberwell Community Centre
Mar 9 @ 13:00 – 16:00
Jo-Anne Grist will demonstrate how to make: raw pistachio slice; raw chocolate brownie with pistachios; raw mini mango cheesecakes; lemon and coconut bliss balls; and fresh summer berry rocky road, You will take home a [...]
Thai cooking master class 14:00
Thai cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 9 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Thai cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: fish sauce dressing; green or [...]
Vietnamese cooking master class 18:30
Vietnamese cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 9 @ 18:30 – 21:30
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Vietnamese cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: fish sauce; mango/papaya salad; rice [...]
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Rosa’s cooking class 10:15
Rosa’s cooking class
Mar 10 @ 10:15 – 15:00
Italian food. See Rosa’s website for the menus.
Mexican cooking master class 14:00
Mexican cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 10 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Mexican cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: tacos de guisado (stewed beef); [...]
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Cook to connect 11:00
Cook to connect @ Kathleen Syme Library
Mar 12 @ 11:00 – 13:00
oin Jane, dietician from CoHealth, to learn new tips and tricks for cooking healthy and delicious meals, even without all the bells and whistles of a full kitchen. This is a social, no cost session [...]
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High rise baking 10:00
High rise baking @ Highett Street Community Garden
Mar 15 @ 10:00 – 13:00
Join them to make social connections, learn new skills and create baked items for the Caravan Cafe – a social enterprise pop up cafe each Friday run by Belgium Avenue Neighbourhood House.
Vietnamese cooking master class 14:00
Vietnamese cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 15 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Vietnamese cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: fish sauce; mango/papaya salad; rice [...]
Sri Lankan banquet 18:00
Sri Lankan banquet @ Kinglake Ranges Neighbourhood House
Mar 15 @ 18:00 – 20:00
Learn how to prepare traditional Sri Lankan street food with fresh produce and lots of spice. The menu will comprise two curries and rice. Then share the meal in the company of others. Organised by [...]
Street food of Asia 18:30
Street food of Asia @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 15 @ 18:30 – 21:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Prepare and cook a varied menu, utilising a wide range of techniques along the way. Finish the class by tasting all of your creations [...]
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German easter baking with Claudia Loeber-Rab 10:00
German easter baking with Claudia Loeber-Rab @ Camberwell Community Centre
Mar 16 @ 10:00 – 13:30
Dive into the rich traditions of German baking, crafting Easter egg nests and intricately braided Easter bread. Presenter: Claudia Loeber-Rab. Organised by Camberwell Community Centre.
Easter cookie decorating workshop 13:00
Easter cookie decorating workshop @ Arrabri Community House
Mar 16 @ 13:00 – 16:00
Learn how to create fondant cookies, including how to colour, two tone and stencil your cookies. Presenter: Katie. Organised by Arrabri Community House.
Croquembouche workshop 13:30
Croquembouche workshop @ Living And Learning @ Ajani
Mar 16 @ 13:30 – 17:30
Tish will teach you the art of making croquembouche, starting with how to make the choux pastry and the creme patisserie and then how to cook toffee and build the croquembouche. A limit of 4 [...]
Sri Lankan cooking master class 14:00
Sri Lankan cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 16 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Sri Lankan cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: fried pea cakes with [...]
Indian cooking master class 18:30
Indian cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 16 @ 18:30 – 21:30
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Indian cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: chicken tikka masala; naan, mint [...]
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Tomato passata making workshop 10:00
Tomato passata making workshop @ Watsonia Neighbourhood House
Mar 17 @ 10:00 – 13:00
You will learn how to process tomatoes, sterilise jars/bottles and how to seal them. You will then have a pasta lunch. Take along some glass jars with lids (if you have some). Organised by Watsonia [...]
Vegan cooking master class 10:00
Vegan cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 17 @ 10:00 – 13:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. Depending on the month, the menu will include dishes from Japan, [...]
Japanese cooking master class 14:00
Japanese cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 17 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Japanese cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu in odd numbered months: sushi [...]
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A taste of India 13:00
A taste of India @ Mill Park Library
Mar 18 @ 13:00 – 14:30
Julie, from Green Karma, will demonstrate some Ayurvedic Indian recipes .
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Thai chicken larb salad 10:00
Thai chicken larb salad @ Pines Learning
Mar 19 @ 10:00 – 11:30
Thai chicken larb salad is a celebration of fresh flavours and textures – the perfect balance of sweet, savoury, sour and spiciness with aromatic herbs and the fresh crunch from lettuce. Organised by Pines Learning.
Dumpling demonstration and tasting 11:30
Dumpling demonstration and tasting @ Diamond Valley Library
Mar 19 @ 11:30 – 12:00
The Eltham Chinese Senior Citizens Group will showcase their expertise in crafting Chinese dumplings. This event is a celebration of cultural diversity through the art of cooking, providing an opportunity to learn, share, and savor [...]
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‘No waste’ cooking demo and food recycling 10:00
‘No waste’ cooking demo and food recycling @ East Preston Community Centre
Mar 20 @ 10:00 – 12:00
This event is limited to Darebin residents. Open Table will demonstrate two use-it-up recipes: potato croquettes and anything goes pesto. They will then discuss the world of food waste recycling. Plus there will be an [...]
Chinese cooking demonstration 18:30
Chinese cooking demonstration @ Watsonia Library
Mar 20 @ 18:30 – 20:00
Jean Silk will demonstrate the process of creating hokkien char (stir-fried yellow noodles with prawns) and pan-fried vegetarian dumplings.
Natural soda workshop 18:30
Natural soda workshop @ Work-Shop Melbourne
Mar 20 @ 18:30 – 20:00
Discover the goodness of fermented soda, brimming with probiotics, compared to traditional sugary options. Learn about the basics of fermented drinks. Make three soda flavours. Presenter: The Fermented Mumma.
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Plant-based cooking demonstration and tasting with Frankie Cox 18:00
Plant-based cooking demonstration and tasting with Frankie Cox @ Bargoonga Nganjin, North Fitzroy Library
Mar 21 @ 18:00 – 19:30
Frankie Cox will show you how to incorporate more plant-based ingredients in our everyday meals. She will talk about eating for impact and sharing some tips and tricks for using vegetables in cooking. There will [...]
A taste of China and Thailand 19:00
A taste of China and Thailand @ Mill Park Library
Mar 21 @ 19:00 – 20:30
Jean, from Jean’s Asian Cooking, will demonstrate some recipes from China and Thailand.
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High rise baking 10:00
High rise baking @ Highett Street Community Garden
Mar 22 @ 10:00 – 13:00
Join them to make social connections, learn new skills and create baked items for the Caravan Cafe – a social enterprise pop up cafe each Friday run by Belgium Avenue Neighbourhood House.
Exploring fruit possibilities with Alice Zaslavsky 12:00
Exploring fruit possibilities with Alice Zaslavsky @ Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Carlton Gardens
Mar 22 @ 12:00 – 12:30
This workshop will explore the qualities of different fruits, including apples and plums in baking and in salads. Although this workshop is free, you must have an entry pass to the Melbourne International Flower & [...]
Urban Nanna’s scraptastic cooking 13:00
Urban Nanna’s scraptastic cooking @ Yarrunga Community Centre
Mar 22 @ 13:00 – 14:30
Anna the Urban Nanna will show you how to make the absolute most of your weekly shop. Learn how to cook with scraps and discover scraptastic creations plus examples of useful books and resources to [...]
Cooking with Australian ingredients master class 14:00
Cooking with Australian ingredients master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 22 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about some bush foods, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: smoked kangaroo tenderloin or [...]
Entertain with ambrosia apples, hosted by Alice Zaslavsky 14:00
Entertain with ambrosia apples, hosted by Alice Zaslavsky @ Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Carlton Gardens
Mar 22 @ 14:00 – 14:30
Learn about the cooking and entertaining opportunities of ambrosia apples. Although this workshop is free, you must have an entry pass to the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show.
Cook Indian by the creek 18:30
Cook Indian by the creek @ Private address
Mar 22 @ 18:30 – 19:30
Menu: samosa and mint coriander chutney. Book by email (cookindianbythecreek@gmail.com).
Pizza making party 18:30
Pizza making party @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 22 @ 18:30 – 20:30
Learn to craft your own pizza dough from scratch. Taste a variety of topping combinations. Eat together at the end with complimentary drinks. Take home some dough balls.
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Passata party vol. 4 09:30
Passata party vol. 4 @ Newlands Neighbourhood House
Mar 23 @ 09:30 – 15:00
Learn how to pick, clean, boil, mash, sieve and bottle fresh tomatoes. Relax and enjoy the music. They recommend only wearing red – or clothes you are happy to get dirty in. Presenter: Rita. Organised [...]
Sourdough hot cross buns workshop 10:00
Sourdough hot cross buns workshop @ Arrabri Community House
Mar 23 @ 10:00 – 13:00
Learn how to make sourdough hot cross buns. Organised by Arrabri Community House.
Rosa’s cooking class 10:15
Rosa’s cooking class
Mar 23 @ 10:15 – 15:00
Italian food. See Rosa’s website for the menus.
Exploring fruit possibilities with Alice Zaslavsky 12:00
Exploring fruit possibilities with Alice Zaslavsky @ Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Carlton Gardens
Mar 23 @ 12:00 – 12:30
This workshop will explore the qualities of different fruits, including apples and plums in baking and in salads. Although this workshop is free, you must have an entry pass to the Melbourne International Flower & [...]
BBQ-grilled plums, presented by Alice Zaslavsky 14:00
BBQ-grilled plums, presented by Alice Zaslavsky @ Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show - Carlton Gardens
Mar 23 @ 14:00 – 14:30
Learn how plums can uplevel your next BBQ. Although this workshop is free, you must have an entry pass to the Melbourne International Flower & Garden Show.
Spanish cooking master class 14:00
Spanish cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 23 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Spanish cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: ham and cheese croquettes or [...]
Mexican cooking master class 18:30
Mexican cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 23 @ 18:30 – 21:30
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Mexican cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: tacos de guisado (stewed beef); [...]
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The Willsmere Station Community Garden sauce day 09:00
The Willsmere Station Community Garden sauce day @ Willsmere Station Community Garden
Mar 24 @ 09:00 – 15:00
Celebrate the tomato and make passata. You will have a hands on role in making the passata and leave with two bellissimo bottles of sauce. The event includes a vegetarian lunch. Click here to read [...]
Italian cooking master class 10:00
Italian cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 24 @ 10:00 – 13:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Italian cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: eggplant and ricotta cooked with [...]
Vegan desserts 10:00
Vegan desserts @ CERES
Mar 24 @ 10:00 – 15:00
You will learn a variety of vegan sweet treats from different backgrounds and different techniques. The menu will include: baked cheese cake; raw fruit tart; fruit pierogi; Portuguese tarts; coconut jelly; and tiramisu. Presenter: Nase [...]
Sunflower cupcake decorating workshop 11:00
Sunflower cupcake decorating workshop @ Arrabri Community House
Mar 24 @ 11:00 – 13:00
Master the art of piping delicate buttercream sunflowers starting from plain pre-baked cupcakes. Take home 7 adorned cupcakes. Presenter: Maria from Enchanted Pots. Organised by Arrabri Community House.
Greek cooking master class 14:00
Greek cooking master class @ Otao Kitchen Cooking School
Mar 24 @ 14:00 – 17:00
This is a hands-on cooking experience with an expert cooking instructor. Learn about Greek cuisine, watch some cooking demonstrations, then enjoy eating the food with a complementary drink. The menu: handmade pita bread; stuffed eggplant [...]
Rose cupcake decorating workshop 14:00
Rose cupcake decorating workshop @ Arrabri Community House
Mar 24 @ 14:00 – 16:00
Master the art of piping delicate buttercream roses starting from plain pre-baked cupcakes. Take home 7 adorned cupcakes. Presenter: Maria from Enchanted Pots. Organised by Arrabri Community House.
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Cook to connect 11:00
Cook to connect @ Kathleen Syme Library
Mar 26 @ 11:00 – 13:00
oin Jane, dietician from CoHealth, to learn new tips and tricks for cooking healthy and delicious meals, even without all the bells and whistles of a full kitchen. This is a social, no cost session [...]
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Japanese fermentation 18:30
Japanese fermentation @ Work-Shop Melbourne
Mar 27 @ 18:30 – 21:00
You will learn how to make miso, starting with the preparation of the soybeans and ending with the shaping of your miso. You will also make tsukemono pickles from fresh vegetables. You will take home [...]
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Easter egg decorating 18:00
Easter egg decorating @ Greenhills Neighbourhood House
Mar 28 @ 18:00 – 20:00
Learn how to create your own Easter egg decorations. All art & craft materials, plus the eggs, will be provided. Organised by Greenhills Neighbourhood House.
Kombucha brewing workshop 19:00
Kombucha brewing workshop @ The Good Brew Company
Mar 28 @ 19:00 – 23:00
Learn how to brew your own kombucha. Plus, receive your own kombucha SCOBY starter kit to create your own brew.
Nonna & Mum’s cooking class 19:00
Nonna & Mum’s cooking class @ The Thorn 3071
Mar 28 @ 19:00 – 22:00
 
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High rise baking 10:00
High rise baking @ Highett Street Community Garden
Mar 29 @ 10:00 – 13:00
Join them to make social connections, learn new skills and create baked items for the Caravan Cafe – a social enterprise pop up cafe each Friday run by Belgium Avenue Neighbourhood House.
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  1. Oh wowza fantastic thank you for the calender!
    Lisa

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