Learn step-by-step pickling techniques and create your own vibrant pickles and preserved lemons.
Saturday 22 May 2027
11:30am - 1:30pm
160 Thames Promenade, Chelsea Heights VIC 3196, Australia
$25
Dive into the art of pickling and preserving with this hands-on cooking demonstration designed for parents and their school-aged children. You'll explore the secrets of balancing flavors and mastering safe storage methods, ensuring your homemade preserves are both delicious and long-lasting.
Throughout the session, you'll prepare your own batch of colorful pickles and fragrant preserved lemons, guided carefully through each stage by an expert instructor. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn new culinary skills that bring vibrant flavors to your kitchen.
By the end of the workshop, you'll not only have tasty preserves to take home but also recipes and confidence to continue your pickling adventures.
This interactive cooking demo runs for two hours, from 11:30 to 13:30 on Friday, 22 May 2026. The cost is $25 per participant, which covers the hands-on demonstration, all ingredients, and recipes to take home.
Participants are required to bring two glass jars or containers with lids to store their creations safely. Booking is essential to secure your spot, and full payment must be made by Friday, 15 May 2026.
The session is perfect for parents looking for a fun, educational activity to do with their children, combining practical cooking skills with family-friendly fun.
The event takes place at Chelsea Heights Community Centre, located at 160 Thames Promenade, Chelsea Heights 3196. The venue offers accessible parking spaces, wheelchair and mobility access, an accessible toilet, a baby change table, and a secure fenced playground.
Families are encouraged to consider walking, cycling, or using public transport to reach the centre, helping to reduce traffic and parking demand.
The community centre provides a welcoming environment ideal for families, ensuring comfort and convenience throughout the session.
Please bring two glass jars or containers with lids to store your pickles and preserves safely. All ingredients and recipes will be provided during the demo.
Bookings are essential, and full payment of $25 must be received by 15 May 2026 to confirm your place.
This event is designed for parents and children to enjoy together, fostering a shared learning experience in a supportive setting.
The cost for this cooking demo is $25 per participant. This fee includes the hands-on demonstration, all produce needed for the session, and recipes to take home.
Payments must be completed by Friday, 15 May 2026, to guarantee your booking.
To book, please contact Chelsea Heights Community Centre directly by phone or email, or visit their website for online booking options.
