Zaatar with Nazmi
Zaatar with Nazmi
Saturday, April 11th at 5pm
- Part 1: Za'tar Making Workshop (Hands-On): Participants will make their own za'tar mix to take home.
- Part 2: Baking with Za'tar
- Part 2, Item 1: Mana-eesh (Flatbreads with Za'tar and Akkawi Cheese): Za‘atar manaeesh is a deeply everyday Palestinian and Levantine food. It’s made from soft, hand-stretched dough topped with za‘atar (wild thyme, sesame seeds, sumac, and salt) mixed with olive oil, then baked until lightly crisp. Traditionally eaten in the morning, it’s breakfast and school-day food, bought fresh from neighborhood bakeries or wrapped at home to take on the go. The za‘atar blend and olive oil often come from family or local sources, so flavors vary from village to village.
- Part 2, Item 2: Fresh Za'tar Loaf (Khobzeh O Jubneh) Aka Palestinian Cheesy Bread: Khobzeh o Jubneh is a loaf-style bread filled with fresh za‘atar leaves and mild Akkawi or Nabulsi cheese, finished with a touch of flaky sea salt. Traditionally enjoyed in the morning, it also works as a midday snack or a light dinner. Optional additions include chopped green olives or sun-dried tomatoes.
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Refund Policy
Up to 14 days before the class date:
We will issue a Class Gift Voucher of the full value of the class for future registration in another class.
Within 14 days of the class date:
No refunds or credits will be issued for cancellations less than 14 days before the class date. You are welcome to send someone in your place.
If it is necessary for us to cancel a class, we will issue a full refundor offer an exchange for another class. By purchasing a class online, in the store or via the phone, you automatically agree to the aforementioned terms and conditions.
Age Restrictions
Classes are open to all ages. Children must be 12 years or older to attend class without a parent or guardian. Anyone under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, both the child and parent/guardian must have a purchased seat.
Allergen Information
We cannot guarantee the absence of any allergens in our kitchen, on our work spaces or tools.
If you have a severe allergy, please use your judgement if you feel safe to attend. You are welcome to participate, take notes, learn some new skills and take your food home for others to enjoy! Eating food is done at your own discretion.
FAQ
- What if I can't make it? We do not offer refunds, exchanges or credits, but you can transfer your seat to a friend!
- Can I take extra food home? Yes! Bring your own container from home if you think you will have leftovers. We will not provide take-home containers.
- Do I need to bring anything? Most of the time, no! Skills classes may require you to bring your favourite tool and will be noted in the class info. Otherwise, you are not required to bring anything. We will provide all cooking tools, food, recipe and a pen for notes.
- Can I record the class? No. There is no recording permitted during the class, however reference photos can be taken!
Other Terms & Conditions
Photographs and video may be taken in class to be used for promotional content on our social media platforms, newsletters, website, advertisements or other distributions for Vinca's Kitchen, please inform us if you prefer not to be in any photographs or videos.
About the Instructor
Nazmi Kamal (Naz) is Palestinian, post secondary educator and home cook. He is an advocate for food sustainability, immigrant cuisine and food as a cultural identity. He is a food researcher, a home cook, a farm volunteer, and a responsible consumer. His approach to Palestinian cuisine goes beyond recipes to include generational knowledge as he utilizes multi-sensory experiences and visual aid to transport his audiences through history, time and place.