Algerian Cookery Class with Wassim |LONDON | Cookery School

ABOUT THE CUISINE

Algerian cuisine comes from North Africa and reflects a rich mix of Mediterranean, Berber, Arab, and French influences. From hearty stews and spiced rice dishes to fresh salads and pastries, Algerian food is full of flavour and colour. Meals are hands-on, social, and made to be shared, with dishes like Dolma, Borek, Shakshuka, and Mesfouf showcasing the country’s culinary diversity and warmth.

ABOUT THE CHEF

A message from our Chef Wassim:

“Hello, my name is Wassim and I am from Algeria – the largest country on the African continent, located in North Africa between Morocco, Libya, and Tunisia. I lived in the capital city, Algiers – which is located in the north of the country by the Mediterranean sea. I come from a big family and I have many beautiful memories of food and cooking from my childhood. I used to watch my mother and my father in the kitchen,and I fell in love with the flavours and smells. Algerian food is rich and varied, with Mediterranean, Arab and French influences. We use lots of fresh vegetables, and fresh spices such as cumin, coriander and paprika. Every meal is accompanied by a salad, and the presentation of the food is very important. My cooking class aims to reflect this and I have included recipes that are everyday, as well as some that we eat as part of special celebrations.”

ON THE MENU (subject to change):

• Dolma (Vegeatbles Stuffed with Lamb in a Chicken Broth) | Meat (Chicken, Lamb); Eggs, Gluten
• Borek (Lamb or Potato Pastries) | Meat (Lamb) and Vegetarian; Gluten, Milk
• Shakshuka (Algerian Egg and Pepper Stew) | Vegetarian; Eggs, Gluten
• Shalata (Algerian Salad) | Vegetarian; Eggs, Sulphites
• Mesfouf (Algerian Vegetable Couscous) | Vegetarian; Eggs, Gluten, Milk
• Tamina (Semolina and Honey Cake) | Vegetarian; Milk, Gluten, Sesame, Tree Nuts (Almonds, Pistachios)

This menu contains meat (chicken and lamb). Allergens include: eggs, gluten (wheat), milk, tree nuts, sesame, sulphites.

Please let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements so our team is aware ahead of the class. Kindly note that we will not be substituting any ingredients to accommodate dietary needs, so please only book into classes that suit your dietary requirements.

Join Wassim’s hands-on, social cookery class in London to learn to make authentic Algerian dishes — and celebrate the flavours, skills, and culinary traditions refugees bring to the UK.

THE CLASS FORMAT

Our cookery classes are family-style - meaning everyone works together to prepare the dishes as a team.

While you’ll be asked to choose one dish to focus on, you’ll have the opportunity to move around the kitchen, help with other dishes, and learn from each recipe. It’s a fun, social, and collaborative way to cook! At the end of the class, you’ll sit down with the chef, class facilitator and volunteers to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve created together. 

REMINDERS  

We’re excited to have you in the class! Please take note of a few final reminders:

• Please see our refund/cancellation policy: Migrateful Ticket Refund Policy | Migrateful
• Please see our allergens policy here: Food and Allergens Policy
• We recommend using a debit or credit card to pay (paypal takes 48 hours to be confirmed).
• Spaces are limited -  book now to secure your spot and experience the true taste of Algeria!

WHY JOIN A MIGRATFUL CLASS?

By joining a Migrateful cookery class in London, you’re not just learning delicious new recipes — you’re supporting refugees and asylum seekers in the UK through cooking, connection, and cultural exchange.

Thank you for celebrating the unifying power of food to connect us all. We can’t wait to cook with you soon!