Cooking Class: Modern Middle Eastern Feast
Cook Middle Eastern favorites with elegant plating in this cooking class with Chef Hamzeh.
Start by making hummus topped with tender lamb confit and warm, freshly baked pita. From there, you’ll master juicy mixed kebabs served with a garlicky sauce, crisp fattoush and fragrant saffron pilaf rice. The class finishes on a sweet, aromatic note with rose water mango mahalabia, beautifully plated by the chef. Book your spot today!
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Hummus Topped With Lamb Confit & Fresh Pita Bread
With chickpeas, diced lamb, herbs and pita bread
Grilled Mixed Kebab With Fresh Pita Bread & Saffron Pilaf Rice
With ground chicken, Middle Eastern spice blend, saffron, sumac and herbs
Garlic Dip and Fattoush Salad
With garlic, sumac, Romaine lettuce and mint
Rose Water Mango Mahalabia (Milk Pudding)
Plated by the Chef
With pistachios, rose water and mango coulis
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 6
- Event Duration 3 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsBeginner, Date Night, Mediterranean, Persian, Bread Making, Valentine's
- This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.
Outside Reviews for Chef Hamzeh
Nathalie
23 Dec 2025
Chef Hamzeh is one of those one-of-a-kind chefs that you come across in the walks of life and feel really glad you did. His love for food is translated into his craft and his storytelling makes experiences even more special. Come prepared to embark on a truly culinary journey.
Event location: Vancouver
Chef’s Place
Exact location is provided after booking.
Chef Hamzeh brings more than a decade of professional culinary experience shaped by kitchens across the Middle East, Europe and Canada. Trained in classical techniques and well-versed in a wide range of global cuisines, he pairs strong leadership with a genuine passion for teaching. With experience as both a head chef and culinary instructor, Chef Hamzeh emphasizes clear technique, thoughtful menu development and hands-on learning. His welcoming teaching style helps guests build confidence in the kitchen while exploring flavor, creativity and the fundamentals of great cooking.
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