Cookery workshops (Schools)
Bring your class to the Museum to create specialities based on a monthly theme specially chosen by our chefs.
On Tuesday afternoons, bring your class to the Museum to create specialities based on a monthly theme specially chosen by our chefs. Let your pupils delve into the fascinating world of food and nutrition by adding a tour of the permanent exhibition, with a guide or at your own discretion.
ANYONE AGED 16 AND OVER WISHING TO ENTER THE ALIMENTARIUM BUILDING MUST PRESENT A VALID COVID CERTIFICATE AND PHOTO ID.
Times: Tuesday from 14:15 to 15:15 / from 15:45 to 16:45
Price: Flat fee of CHF 120.00 for 12 participants
Age: from 9 years
Workshop in French only
31.01.2022 – 03.04.2022: A meat-free life
Whether you’re a meat lover or not, the challenges for future food supplies affect us all. What would life be like without meat? Our chefs/activity leaders answer this question with their high-protein recipes.
04.12.2022 – 01.05.2022: All things chocolatey!
We all enjoy a little treat now and then, but let’s make it more environmentally responsible! During this workshop, our chefs/activity leaders help you rediscover chocolate while thinking about a fairer future. It’ll add a little more meaning as it melts in your mouth!
02.05.2022 – 03.07.2022: Recycle cooking water!
We could all cook more responsibly! Find out how in this workshop, where our chefs/activity leaders address the issue of water consumption. Their tips and tricks will help you contribute to a fairer future!
04.07.2022 – 21.08.2022: Lebanese mezze
Spicing things up a bit may sound simple, but it’s not always easy to get the right seasoning and in the right proportions! In this workshop, our chefs/activity leaders will share their knowledge and know-how of spices and culinary traditions. Join us where East meets West for some flavoursome fun!
05.09.2022 – 16.10.2022: Preserving food to reduce waste
When we talk about the challenges for food security in the future, we must address the issue of food waste. During this workshop, you get to make your own preserves! A great opportunity to discover how such culinary techniques help make the world a better place.
17.10.2022 – 30.10.2022: Lebanese mezze
Spicing things up a bit may sound simple, but it’s not always easy to get the right seasoning and in the right proportions! In this workshop, our chefs/activity leaders will share their knowledge and know-how of spices and culinary traditions. Join us where East meets West for some flavoursome fun!
31.10.2022 – 27.11.2022: Roots and seeds
Taking part in this culinary workshop means tackling food issues which will affect the lives of generations to come. We’ll show you how to prepare and cook produce respectfully.
28.11.2022 – 24.12.2022: A chocolate sledge
It’s that great time of year again, the moment we’ve all been waiting for! Time for our fabulous chocolate workshop! Are you up for the challenge of creating a handmade chocolate sledge? If so, we’re looking forward to sharing some finger-licking fun!
26.12.2022 – 08.01.2023: Epiphany cake
At the end of this culinary workshop, you will walk away with a very special homemade cake! You’ll have also gained some culinary skills and knowledge about the symbolism in Twelfth Night, celebrated on 6 January.