Led by Nada Salah, this hands-on and demonstration-style cooking class is as much about food as it is about history, memory, and connection.
Along the way, she discovered that food held its own powerful history. One that could be tasted, shared, and felt around the table.
This realisation led her to formal culinary training at the Academy of Culinary Arts and, later, to Australia. Since moving to Melbourne in 2017, Nada has been cooking, teaching, and sharing Egyptian food through her home-based catering and cooking classes, introducing others to the depth and generosity of her cuisine.
What makes Nada’s approach so special is her deep curiosity about the relationship between food and history. She asks questions such as:
For Nada, cooking is never just about technique. It is storytelling, memory, and heritage brought to life through flavour.
“When I fry the ta’ameya here in my house in Melbourne, I remember walking the streets early in the morning in Cairo, on my way to work, smelling the falafel and ful being fried.”
This Egyptian cooking class in Melbourne is perfect for curious home cooks, lovers of Middle Eastern and North African food, and anyone wanting a memorable food experience that goes beyond just following a recipe. Whether you come on your own, with a friend, or as a gift experience, you’ll leave with new flavours, new skills and a deeper appreciation for Egyptian food culture.
This is more than a standard cooking class. Alongside traditional dishes and practical cooking guidance, you’ll hear the stories, memories and cultural influences behind the food. Held in Bayside Melbourne, it is a beautiful way to experience authentic Egyptian cooking in a warm, welcoming setting.
This is a relaxed, welcoming class that combines demonstration with optional hands-on cooking. You are very welcome to join in, but there is absolutely no pressure if you prefer to watch, listen, and soak it all in.
Nada will guide you through traditional Egyptian dishes, share stories and context behind the food, and offer insight into ingredients, techniques, and cultural traditions.
After cooking, everyone will sit down together to enjoy a generous Egyptian feast. A true sit, share, and savour experience, enjoyed in good company with fellow food lovers.
(Subject to seasonal availability and minor changes)
Molokhia
A rich, garlicky stew made with molokhia leaves, served with rice
Feta and Watermelon Salad
Fresh, vibrant, and perfectly balanced
Spiced Cardamom Chicken
Tender chicken thighs and drumsticks, seasoned and roasted
Egyptian Dolmades (Stuffed Cabbage)
Cabbage leaves filled with fragrant rice, herbs, and spices
Roz Shaeria
Fragrant rice cooked with vermicelli and warm spices
Mango Konafa
A classic pastry filled with mango and cream, baked until golden
Duration: 3 hours
Format: Demonstration with optional hands-on participation
Skill level: Suitable for all levels
A beautiful opportunity to explore Egyptian flavours, learn from a passionate teacher, and share a memorable meal together.
This class will be held in Bayside Melbourne (Sandringham). Address will be provided to attendee’s a few days prior to the class date.
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