History & Culture

The Art and Exercise of Bellydance with Alia

Belly dancing doesn’t require a bare belly! So put that idea to the side! Belly dancing is a wonderful form of movement and dance that focuses on isometric exercises, where one muscle group works in the opposite direction to other muscle groups. It’s such an effective form of exercise as it doesn’t require going down …

  • 3rd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEDT)
  • 512 Elizabeth St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Rainbow Noodles with Qing

Ever wanted to learn how to make egg noodles from scratch? How about colourful noodles coloured with vegetables? In this class, we will learn to make a traditional egg noodle dough, and how to cut egg noodles in different styles so we can make all sorts of delicious dishes from stir-fries to Lo mein. We …

  • 16th Apr, 2024
  • 7:45pm - 9:00pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Kantha: Indian Embroidery and Quilting for Beginners with Manjari

What’s it all about? Kantha sewing originated from the West Bengal region of India and is now popular all over the world. Kantha is the simplest of sewing techniques which provides a lot of scope for exploration, imagination and expression. This form of quilting comes from rural India, where resources were few, but imagination and …

  • 15th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • L3, Room 14-15, 37 Swanston St, Melbourne, 3000 VIC
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Chikankari: Indian ‘Shadow Work’ Embroidery for Beginners with Manjari

tWhat’s it all about? Chikankari is a very old traditional embroidery technique also known as Shadow Work. This ancient art form was introduced to India during the Mugal era in 16th Century and is still practiced in the Northern India. Originally this work was done on white fabrics using white threads creating a surreal effect …

Vegetarian Potsticker Dumplings with Qing

We all love dumplings, but how many of us can create this yumminess in our own kitchen?  In this class we will explore the history of Chinese dumplings and follow a demonstration on how to making the vegetarian dumpling filling, and how to make the dough, before making, filling and folding our own Vegetarian dumplings! What …

  • 16th Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Level 3 Rooms 14, 15/37 Swanston St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia

Explore A Japan Less Travelled with Andrew (online)

Dreaming of sushi, samurai, and sakura? Contemplating joining the many Australians who have made Japan the top tourist destination in 2023? Make your first trip as unique as the Land of the Rising Sun itself! There is more to Japan than Castles, Cat Cafes, and Cherry Blossoms – find out about everything from hiking, Japan’s …

  • 23rd Apr, 2024
  • 6:15pm - 7:30pm (AEST)
  • Online
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Learn to Write Calligraphy with Océane (online)

Put down your phone, step away from the text messages and embrace handwriting again. Not just any old handwriting, but Calligraphy! Turn your messages and love letters into real works of art. Your teacher Oceane knows a thing or two about calligraphy. As a French native, cursive handwriting is still an important part of French …

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Middle East Dipping Feast with Natalie (online)

Hummus, Labneh, Zata’ar, Pita! Do I have your attention? What better way to learn how to prepare and enjoy Middle Eastern cuisine than from someone who was born and bred into it. Join in online and learn an easy, affordable and delightful way to present a Middle East Dipping Feast from the talented Natalie. What will we cover? In …

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Making Crêpes: Tips & Tricks with French Native Océane

Want to learn to make delicious crêpes like the real French? Making tasty home-made crêpes doesn’t require much equipment, but it does require a certain know-how.  Come and learn all the tips & tricks to make delicious crêpes for breakfast and parties with the authentic recipe of a French grandma and the advice of her granddaughter – experts in …