Vine Leaves: Tasty, healthy, and sustainable East Mediterranean stories

Join us for a delightful and heartwarming food event celebrating the versatility and cultural significance of vine leaves in East Mediterranean cuisine. This unique gathering will focus on tasty, healthy, and sustainable food, featuring dishes from Cyprus, Egypt, Greece, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Palestine, Syria, and Turkey. Guests are invited to bring fresh vine leaves from their own gardens or from their neighbors', emphasizing our commitment to sustainability and community sharing. Together, we'll embark on a culinary journey, preparing and cooking a variety of traditional dishes like dolma, warak enab, and stuffed vine leaves, all bursting with flavor and nutrition. This event promises not only a feast for the palate but also a chance to engage in meaningful conversations about the rich heritage and traditions behind these beloved recipes.
As we cook and share meals, storytelling will be a central part of our celebration. Participants will have the opportunity to share their own experiences and memories associated with vine leaves and the dishes they create. From family anecdotes to historical tales, these stories will weave a tapestry of cultural heritage, deepening our appreciation for the culinary traditions of the East Mediterranean. This gathering is more than just a cooking event; it is a celebration of community, sustainability, and the timeless joy of sharing a meal. Come prepared for an evening filled with laughter, learning, and the irresistible aromas of home-cooked, healthy, and sustainable vine leaf dishes.

We are happy to announce that Chef Izzeldine Bukhari and his initiative SacredCuisine will be our guest of honour during the event. Izzeldine is a well-known Palestinian Chef from Jerusalem. Sacred-cuisine.com
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We are looking forward to meeting you!

If you are planning bring vine leaves from your garden, please contact us to arrange sharing them with the team before the event starts. (Also to make sure we do not have too much leaves that would go wasted!)

The event is free, but we also pledge for donation contributions to the costs of ingredients and tips for the accompanying chefs.