Masterclass: The Plant-Based Levantine Table

Made in Hackney is a plant-based community cookery school collaborating with communities to provide inspiring food experiences through culturally diverse, planet friendly food.All proceeds help fund our community meal service which provides free, nutritious, tasty meals to households struggling to access food.

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Step into the warm, generous kitchens of Syria, Lebanon, and Palestine with this hands-on cooking class.

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Inspired by the home traditions of the Levant, this class celebrates dishes made for sharing—full of fresh herbs, warming spices, and vibrant vegetables. Together, we’ll prepare a full vegan feast that reflects the rich food culture of the region, moving from bright, zesty starters to hearty mains and sweet endings. Along the way, you’ll hear stories behind each dish, pick up family tips, and discover how these recipes bring people together around the table.🌿 Sample Menu (subject to change):Pita: Freshly-made pillowy flatbreads, perfect for scooping, dipping, and sharing—an essential on the Levantine table.Tamar Hindi: A refreshing, tangy-sweet drink made from tamarind, traditionally enjoyed across the Levant as the perfect balance to rich, savoury dishes.Fasolia bi Zeit: Tender string beans gently cooked with garlic and olive oil until soft, allowing the natural flavours to shine. Light and comforting, it captures the simplicity and warmth of Levantine home cooking.Fattoush (Lebanon): A bright and crunchy salad of crisp toasted bread, fresh vegetables, and a tangy sumac dressing—a dish that turns simple ingredients into something special.Mutabbal (Syria): Smoky roasted aubergine blended with tahini and lemon, creating a creamy, flavour-packed dip that’s a staple of every Syrian table.Maqluba (Palestine): A stunning upside-down rice dish layered with spiced vegetables and toasted nuts, made for sharing at celebrations and gatherings.Baklawa (Across the Levant): Flaky pastry filled with nuts and drizzled with fragrant syrup—this a classic dessert shared during festive occasions.Allergens: Tree nuts, sesame, gluten About the ChefOmama Zankawan is the founder of Omama’s Kitchen, where she shares the rich, comforting flavours of Syrian and Levantine cuisine. Inspired by her mother’s home cooking and her hometown of Homs, she creates dishes that bring people together through warmth, storytelling, and generosity.Her cooking celebrates simple, seasonal ingredients—fresh herbs, vegetables, and spices—alongside cherished family recipes and modern twists. While rooted in Syrian traditions, her menus reflect the shared food culture of the wider Levant.Omama is a graduate of the Food Power programme at The Entrepreneurial Refugee Network and a recipient of the Food Power Street Food Showcase Award and Kerb’s Streets Ahead Grant. She has hosted supper clubs with Beytna for Refugees and New Horizon Youth Centre, and taught at Mercato Metropolitano and the Nourish Hub.For Omama, food is more than nourishment—it’s a joyful way to share culture, celebrate heritage, and welcome others into the heart of a Syrian home.

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