Free To Feed

We have a fantastic team night at Free to Feed. Shadi was amazing! So interesting to learn about the heritage behind the food and most importantly - how to cook it.

A free to feed cooking experience is so unique in every way. It is so special to experience authentic cooking techniques and more importantly hear the stories behind each dish.I went to Shadi’s class and he is so warm and wonderful . His passion for cooking comes across in everything he does, down to the attention he puts into the presentation of his dishes and how he teaches. By far the best hummus and rice I have had. The smoky rice was so unique! Thank you Shadi for sharing your story, recipes and little cooking tips.

Absolutely incredible. Thank you for providing a space for refugees to share a part of them with the greater community. It was such a special experience to hear about Laila's story and share her food. Thank you to Juan & Lara as well for hosting. Would highly recommend everyone give Free to Feed a go, you won't regret it

We had the most invigorating, fun and wholesome experience in Huda's Palestinian Experience. It goes without saying the food we helped put together was amazing but we also went away feeling full in spirit (as well as our stomachs!) and inspired to spread the joy of food with our communities.

We went to Free to Feed today AM session. We were in Huda’s Palestinian cooking group. Huda, Rowan and Azita were fantastic. Huda shared her story with us while she taught us her Teta’s recipes. They were so welcoming, friendly and accommodating. Todays menu included a chicken dish and we had a vegan friend with us. Huda was so lovely that she made her a vegan friendly version of the dish.Highly recommend this experience to all.

Thank you for an amazing experience ! Highly recommended - gorgeous people, food and such a beautiful venue. Verena such a vibrant, warm, welcoming host - beautiful and givingGreat way to spend an evening. Loved it - we will be back !!

This is the second time I have been here. Both times were amazing, but this time was even better. The staff running it were absolutely beautiful. They were very knowledgeable about the ingredients and cooking techniques, but also shared their stories which were very interesting. They took the time to answer our questions and made sure everyone was included. I was a bit worried about the length of time allocated for the class but it flew by very quickly. I was not ready to go at the end. We were all kept busy and engaged in their stories.The food we cooked was delicious, nothing like I have ever tasted before, simple ingredients using a range of preparation methods. Catering for my friends vegan needs was not an issue at all. Once all cooked we all sat down to a large family meal with the staff which was really nice. The ladies put on some traditional music and did a dance for us all.The premises were clean and they cleaned everything as they go. The guests do not have to clean up, but it is always good manners to help. We were all given a goody bag to go and there was a range of merchandise you could buy. But this was never pushed.I cannot wait to come back to Melbourne again to do another one of these classes. Thank you Huda, Rowan and Azita for the amazing experience :)

My partner and I went to Shadi’s cooking experience and had a wonderful time. Firstly it was Shadi’s birthday and he humbly shared his night with us essentially cooking for 12 people. Eddie, the host was very engaging and his positive energy shon through while Shardi shared his talent, experience and passion for food. Thanks to the whole team, including Nadi the back stage support, for a beautiful date night for us

An amazing experience. Would highly recommend for everyone regardless of your cooking abilities. Leila was so beautiful and hearing her story was inspiring. The food was incredible. Left feeling very full and satisfied!