For Couples Only Workshop: Allergy Friendly Cooking

Coming Soon: Dates will be announced shortly!

Cook together, laugh together, and share a beautiful meal made with care.

The For Couples Only Workshop is a warm and relaxed experience for two people who want to connect through food. You will cook side by side, learn simple techniques, and enjoy an allergy friendly three course meal together. No stress, just joy and great flavours.

At Cultured Bakehouse, every dish is Free From the 14 most common allergens, including Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Eggs Free, Soy Free, and Nuts Free. This workshop is perfect for couples where one or both have allergies, or for anyone who wants to cook inclusive, safe meals that bring people closer.

Together, we will make food that feels comforting, beautiful, and easy to recreate at home because cooking together should always be filled with joy, not worry.

What You Will Learn

• Cook an allergy friendly three course meal together

  3 couples per workshop. Enjoy a starter, main, and dessert made from Free From ingredients that everyone can safely enjoy.

• Discover how to adapt favourite dishes

  Learn how to replace common allergens like Gluten, Dairy, Eggs, and Nuts while keeping flavour, colour, and texture.

• Work as a team in the kitchen

  Build confidence and connection as you cook together, guided step by step by Zilka Gerritsen, founder of Cultured Bakehouse.

• Create a meal full of warmth and meaning

  Cook food that tells a story — safe, simple, and made to share with love.

• Take home what you learn

  Each couple will receive a recipe booklet to recreate the dishes at home and continue the experience beyond the class.

Venue Details

Most For Couples Only Workshops will take place in Coleraine, Northern Ireland, making them easy to attend for local couples who enjoy cooking together.

This same workshop will also be offered at other venues across Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom throughout the year. Each location is carefully chosen to offer a comfortable, inclusive, and allergy aware setting perfect for a relaxed evening of cooking.

If you would like to attend in another area or have accessibility questions, please contact us before booking. We will gladly help you find a suitable venue that works for you both.

Ingredients and Equipment Provided

All ingredients and equipment are provided. Every recipe is Free From the top 14 allergens, made with natural, high quality ingredients, and designed to be simple and full of flavour.

Each couple will also receive a recipe booklet to take home, so you can continue cooking and experimenting together.

Duration

Each workshop lasts about three hours, including cooking time, shared dining, and relaxed conversation.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who is this workshop for?

This workshop is designed for couples who want to enjoy cooking and sharing a meal together. It is ideal for anyone who lives with allergies or wants to cook inclusive, Free From food.

2. What allergens are excluded from the recipes?

All recipes are Free From the 14 most common allergens, including Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Eggs Free, Soy Free, and Nuts Free. Everything is made in a dedicated allergen free facility.

3. Do we need to bring anything?

No. Everything you need is provided, including ingredients, tools, and materials. Just bring your partner and a willingness to cook, learn, and have fun.

4. How long does the workshop last?

Each session lasts about three hours. This includes hands on cooking, relaxed dining, and time to ask questions.

5. Where are the workshops held?

Most sessions are hosted in Coleraine, Northern Ireland, with additional venues across Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom announced throughout the year.

6. Is the venue accessible for people with mobility needs?

Accessibility varies by location. Our main Coleraine venue is not fully accessible, but other venues may have better facilities. Please contact us before booking, and we will help you choose the best option.

7. Can we join if one of us has never cooked before?

Yes. The class is relaxed and easy to follow, with clear, step by step guidance from Zilka Gerritsen. You will cook together and support each other throughout.

8. What if we cannot attend in person?

You can explore our digital cookbook or purchase Cultured Bakehouse gift cards, which can be used for future workshops, online classes, or allergy friendly resources.

9. Can we ask questions during the workshop?

Yes, absolutely. The class is friendly and interactive, so you can ask questions at any time.

Why This Workshop Matters

This workshop is more than a cooking class: it is an experience built around connection, laughter, and love.

Cooking together has a way of bringing people closer, and this class shows that even with allergies or special dietary needs, sharing a meal can still be easy and joyful.

Few places teach couples how to cook a complete meal that is completely Free From the top 14 allergens. Here, you will learn to do it with confidence and creativity, using real ingredients and simple methods that let you enjoy the process as much as the food.

You will leave with new skills, happy memories, and the confidence to cook together again and again.

Join us and share the joy of cooking safely, lovingly, and together.