In the run up to Christmas many of us are thinking about how we can give thoughtful gifts without spending too much money or creating unnecessary waste. Preserved, pickled or fermented food makes beautiful gifts for friends, family – or even yourself. From the 21st of November we are celebrating the European Week for Waste Reduction by hosting a range of cooking sessions across North London. The sessions will focus on different techniques for preserving food, including fermenting, jam making and pickling.

The session in Islington focuses on mince meat and Christmas pudding making