Our popular Together We Cook programme returns with three fantastic free cooking courses, each offering a unique experience and the opportunity to build confidence in the kitchen while creating delicious meals from scratch.

Places are limited, so we encourage you to register your interest early.

Together We Cook: Plot to Plate

Discover the journey from growing food to creating delicious meals.

This exciting course explores how fresh, seasonal produce can be transformed into healthy and affordable dishes. Participants will learn more about ingredients, cooking techniques, and the benefits of using locally grown food while developing practical skills in the kitchen. The programme reflects the Centre's commitment to helping people grow, cook and enjoy nutritious food together.

Weekly from Friday 4 September 2026
10am to 12pm

Register your interest:
Plot to Plate

Together We Cook: Retro Recipes

Take a trip down memory lane and rediscover some much-loved classic dishes.

Working alongside Food for Thought CIC, participants will learn practical kitchen skills while recreating traditional family favourites. The course is perfect for anyone looking to refresh their cooking knowledge, save money on home-cooked meals, and enjoy cooking in a friendly and supportive environment. 

Weekly from Friday 4 September 2026
2pm to 4pm

Dishes include:

• Cottage Pie
• Toad in the Hole
• Chicken Chasseur
• Corned Beef Hash
• Fish Pie
• Black Forest Gateau

Register your interest:
Retro Recipes

Eat Well, Live Well for Men

A free six-week cookery programme designed specifically for men who want to build confidence in the kitchen and learn healthy, affordable recipes.

Delivered in partnership with Fiona Allan Nutrition, this welcoming course helps participants develop practical cooking skills, improve their wellbeing, and discover new dishes from around the world.

Weekly from Wednesday 16 September
2pm to 4pm

Recipes include:

• Vegetarian Calzone
• Meatballs in Tomato Sauce with Pasta
• Crispy Fish Tacos with Asian Slaw
• Jerk Chicken with Rice and Peas
• Moroccan Vegetable Tagine with Couscous
• Apple Tarte Tatin with Ice Cream

Register your interest:
Eat Well Live Well for Men

Why Join?

All three courses are:

Free to attend
Suitable for beginners and experienced cooks alike
Friendly and supportive
Focused on practical, everyday cooking skills
A great way to meet new people and build confidence

Whether you're interested in classic comfort food, learning about food from plot to plate, or developing healthier cooking habits, there's a course waiting for you.

Register Your Interest Early

Places are limited and previous cookery courses have proven extremely popular. Visit the links above to register your interest and start your cooking journey with us this autumn.

For more information, contact The Dorothy Parkes Centre on 0121 558 2998