ABOUT THE CUISINE
Afghan cuisine offers a balance of flavour, colour, and tradition, shaped by centuries of cultural exchange along the ancient Silk Roads. Blending Persian, Central Asian, and Indian influences, it celebrates aromatic spices, fresh herbs, and slow-cooked comfort dishes designed to be shared. From fragrant rice dishes and hearty stews to sumptuous steamed dumplings and cooling yoghurt dips, every meal reflects Afghanistan’s deep tradition of hospitality.
ABOUT THE CHEF
“Hello, my name is Wasela and I am from Afghanistan. I came to the UK in 2024. I come from Nangarhar in the east of Afghanistan, which is a warm and beautiful province, known for its lovely nature, green areas and sweet oranges. The people of Nangarhar are very welcoming and food is an important part of our culture and traditions. Afghanistan is a rich country with many delicious and flavourful dishes and every region has its own special foods and cooking styles. Afghan people are famous for their hospitality and kindness to guests and sharing food with others is a big part of our culture.
I learnt to cook from my mother and she taught me how to cook delicious food. My father has always supported and encouraged me in my cooking journey and helped me improve my skills. In my class, I would like to share traditional Afghan recipes and explain how they are made. I am proud of my progress and enjoy sharing food with others in the UK. I am grateful for my family’s support and encouragement in my cooking journey. I look forward to sharing my food with you all!”
ON THE MENU (subject to change):
- Mantu and Ashak (Steamed Beef and Leek Dumplings) | Meat (Beef) and Vegetarian; Gluten (Wheat), Milk
- Borani Bajan (Layered Braised Aubergine) | Vegan; None
- Chicken Kebab (Chicken Kebab Skewers with Coriander Chutney) | Meat (Chicken); Milk
- Dum Pukht (Afghan Rice) | Vegan; None
- Salate (Afghan Salad) |Vegan; None
- Doogh (Cucumber and Yoghurt Drink) | Vegetarian; Milk
- Firni (Cornflour Pudding) | Vegetarian; Milk, Tree Nuts (Almonds)
This menu contains meat (beef and chicken) but is vegetarian-friendly (6/7 dishes are meat-free or have meat-free filling options). Allergens include: gluten, milk, tree nuts.
Please let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements so our team is aware ahead of the class. Kindly note that we will not be substituting any ingredients to accommodate dietary needs, so please only book into classes that suit your dietary requirements.
Join Wasela’s hands-on, social cookery class in London to learn to make authentic Afghan dishes and celebrate the flavours, skills, and culinary traditions migrants, refugees and asylum seekers bring to the UK.
THE CLASS FORMAT
Our cookery classes are family-style – meaning everyone works together to prepare the dishes as a team.
While you’ll be asked to choose one dish to focus on, you’ll have the opportunity to move around the kitchen, help with other dishes, and learn from each recipe. It’s a fun, social, and collaborative way to cook! At the end of the class, you’ll sit down with the chef, class facilitator and volunteers to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve created together.
REMINDERS
We’re excited to have you in the class! Please take note of a few final reminders:
- Please see our refund/cancellation policy: Migrateful Ticket Refund Policy | Migrateful
- Please see our allergens policy here: Food and Allergens Policy
- We recommend using a debit or credit card to pay (paypal takes 48 hours to be confirmed).
- Spaces are limited – book now to secure your spot and experience the true taste of Afghanistan!
WHY JOIN A MIGRATFUL CLASS?
By joining a Migrateful cookery class in London, you’re not just learning delicious new recipes — you’re supporting refugees and asylum seekers in the UK through cooking, connection, and cultural exchange.
Thank you for celebrating the unifying power of food to connect us all. We can’t wait to cook with you soon!
