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Kurdish Cookery Class with Ali | Veg Friendly | BRISTOL
Kurdish cuisine from the region of Kurdistan, Iraq, is known for its use of fresh herbs, vegetables, and warm spices that bring depth and comfort to every meal. It’s hearty, flavourful, and full of colour - a perfect reflection of Kurdish culture itself.
At chef Ali’s class, you’ll learn to make traditional Kurdish dishes like Bamya (okra soup) and Kibbeh (stuffed rice with lamb). These dishes bring people together and showcase the true generosity of Kurdish hospitality.
A message from chef Ali:
“Hi, my name is Ali and I come from Kurdistan, Iraq. I grew up in a beautiful city called Sulaymaniyah. I was studying Geography at university, but in 2017 I needed to leave because it was dangerous for me to stay. When I came to Bristol in 2020 I felt relief because the people were so friendly and supportive.
I learnt to cook from my grandmother and stepmother when I was 15. They said you must look after yourself when you are at University. I discovered I loved cooking. The first things I cooked were rice and aubergine stew to go with lamb.
When I lived in Manchester with 4 friends, I did all the cooking. In Bristol I worked in a Kurdish restaurant in Old Market.
I love sharing my recipes from my country with people from different countries. Kurdish cuisine uses a lot of fresh ingredients, herbs and spices. It is very tasty but not too spicy. So I am excited to have joined Migrateful and can’t wait to share my story and culture.”
This menu contains meat (lamb) but is vegetarian-friendly (five out of six dishes are meat-free). Allergens include: mustard, gluten, milk, tree nuts.
Please note that we cannot substitute ingredients to accommodate dietary needs. Only book into classes that suit your requirements. Allergen information for this class will be updated closer to the date.
Join Ali’s cookery class in Bristol to learn to make authentic Kurdish Iraqi dishes and celebrate the flavours and stories brought to the UK through food.
Our cookery classes are family-style – everyone works together to prepare the dishes as a team.
While you’ll choose one dish to focus on, you’ll also have the opportunity to move around the kitchen, help with other dishes, and learn from each recipe. It’s a fun, social, and collaborative cookery class where you’ll gain hands-on experience, new skills, and an authentic taste of Kurdish culture.
At the end of the class, you’ll sit down with chef Ali, your classmates, and our team to enjoy the meal you’ve created together.
We’re excited to have you join us for this Bristol cookery class. Please take note of a few final reminders:
Spaces are limited – book now to secure your spot and experience the true taste of Kurdistan, Iraq, right here in Bristol.
By joining a Migrateful cookery class in Bristol, you’re not just learning delicious new recipes — you’re supporting refugees and asylum seekers as they rebuild their lives in the UK through cooking, connection, and cultural exchange. Join us to meet chefs from around the world, including from Turkey, Trinidad & Tobago, Sri Lanka, and many more.
Thank you for celebrating the unifying power of food to connect us all. We can’t wait to cook with you soon!
