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"This was a wonderful communal food experience. Cooking and learning together, then sitting down to share a meal and lively conversation with new friends. What could be more delicious than that? One of the best cooking classes I've attended – I know I'll be back for more. Many thanks to Rafaela, Nikos and Brizhit for creating such a welcoming kitchen and table for us all. "

"Welcome drinks and Greek music playlist with the chefs and amazing views at the venue were a great start. We then moved on to prepare the dishes with Greek wine, which was fun and informative. While our dishes cooked our group dined on Greek salad, tzatziki and spanakopita which the chefs had prepared. Very enjoyable activity, finished off with our fabulous cooked items to share at home. Highly Recommended. "

"I had the best time here! The dishes were things I'd never even thought about giving a go but it's comforting to know I can successfully make a pie now! The class didn't even feel like instruction, it felt like one big group of friends having fun together. Rafaela was brilliant - she made sure we all knew what we were doing, made it light and fun and I couldn't have asked for more. The best value for money cooking class in Bristol, I can't wait to attend the next."

"I had such a great experience at the Greek workshop! Raphaela is an insanely talented chef and teacher. The workshops are pitched at a level that everyone can understand and get a lot out of, and I loved how small the class was so I got to talk to everyone"

"What an awesome cooking experience. Rafaela made sure we had a great and memorable time. Clear demos, advice on technique, good recipes, tasty food, nice location and food to take home!!!"

"It was my first workshop of this kind, and I enjoyed it so much. The group was small, which made it feel really cosy, warm, and relaxed. What I loved most was that it was not just about baking. We also learned about the history of Tsoureki and its social and cultural background, which made it even more interesting. The whole experience felt very immersive and sensory, from smelling the spices to enjoying the beautiful bright day outside. We even painted Easter eggs, which was such a nice extra touch. Rafaela was a wonderful host and made the whole day feel welcoming and special. It was honestly pure joy."

"I had an amazing experience at this workshop. What really stood out for me was the strong sense of community on the day – it felt welcoming, genuine and full of positive energy. There were so many laughs throughout, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable and memorable. Huge credit to Nikos and Rafaella for their professionalism and for creating such a well-organised and meaningful experience. I’d highly recommend it to anyone."

"I participated in this cooking workshop for the first time and I absolutely loved it! I’m not very experienced in cooking, but the host made me feel completely at home and confident in the kitchen. I had a great time and even learned how to make tsoureki. I can’t wait for the next workshop!"

"I feel very lucky to have been part of Commensalita’s first workshop, and I truly can’t recommend it highly enough. The setting was beautiful, and it was clear that the organisers had put thoughtful attention into every detail. From the moment I arrived, I felt warmly welcomed. The atmosphere was perfect, not only for learning how to make pierogi, but also for socialising and connecting with the other attendees. Rafaela and Nikos were fantastic throughout the workshop. They guided us step by step through the process, making everything easy to follow, and the pierogi we made turned out absolutely delicious. Nikos also shared some valuable technical cooking tips, which I found especially helpful. As a bonus, we were given a recipe and instruction sheet to take home, which in combination with their guidance, I’ve used to recreate and enjoy pierogi at home."

"I had a wonderful time at this workshop. Rafaela has a beautiful and perfectly designed kitchen workshop conveniently located in Bristol City Centre. The workshop was extremely well planned and organised, with all of the smallest details attended to in order to ensure that attendees had a smooth and successful pierogi journey! The atmosphere was wonderful, Rafaela was a very gracious host, and I truly enjoyed meeting other people with similar interests. Thank you, Rafaela, and I can't wait to make pierogi at home with my family! "

"What an amazing way to spend your afternoon!! ❤️❤️ Super friendly we have learned how to do pierogi and after 2 weeks I have gathered friends in my house and we did it again and everyone had fun rolling g the dough and stuffing the dumplings!! Great experience I’m going again I can’t wait to see what the next one will be for ! Love you guys thank you👏🙏❤️🕺🔥Btw the view was great and we even had alcohol ❤️"

"Had such a lovely time at this cooking workshop! The hosts were super friendly and easy-going, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and welcoming from the start. It was great meeting some lovely people, learning a new recipe together, and then getting to taste and enjoy the food we all made as a group. Such a fun and wholesome experience ,thank you Commensalità😊"

"An outstanding experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was genuinely warm and social. It felt less like a class and more like a gathering built around great food and good company. There was a real sense of communal effort throughout the day, which made the whole experience feel collaborative and rewarding. I learned a lot about the food we were preparing, from techniques to ingredients and cultural context, and the dishes themselves were absolutely delicious. The preparation behind the event was obviously well planned and full of effort and care. Rafaela was a fantastic facilitator and hostess. Warm, fun, and an absolute pleasure to spend time with. Nikos, the guest chef, was knowledgeable, friendly, and clearly passionate about his craft. His cooking was delicious. A genuinely great day out. I would highly recommend it. Thank you! "

"I had such a great time at Rafaela’s pierogi workshop through her Commensalità Project. It was the perfect mix of relaxed, hands-on, and genuinely inspiring. Rafaela created such a welcoming atmosphere ☺️ she has a real talent for bringing people together around food and making everyone feel comfortable. You can tell how much thought and care she puts into every detail of what she does. And Nikos was fantastic. He walked us through the pierogi recipe step by step with so much clarity and patience, making everything feel approachable and fun. Good food, good energy, and great people. I’m really proud of what Rafaela is building with Commensalità .. this workshop was such a beautiful example of it."

"Thank for the pierogi workshop. The hosts were amazing and the food was delicious. I especially enjoyed the savoury pierogi's with traditional Polish fillings. "