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Latin American Street Food with Chef Diego from Palmito 06/02/26

  • February 6, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

  • The Community Kitchen

    113 Queens Road
    Brighton and Hove, East Sussex BN1 3XG
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Description

In this special class, Chef Diego Ricaurte is your guide. Using quality seasonal ingredients, he will showcase the mix of indigenous and Spanish flavours that influence Latin American cuisine.

You are in excellent hands with Diego, who is head chef of local award winning Michelin Guide restaurant Palmito. A UK top 100 local restaurant, Palmito were also recognised for their good value & quality cooking with a Bib Gourmand from the Michelin Guide. 

During the class you will work in pairs to create a delicious seasonal menu, designed based on local availability on the day. We will be utilising delicious local produce including:

  • Lamb from Sussex Grazed- A meat box scheme promoting conservation grazing; sourcing high quality, grass-fed animals from the Sussex Downs.
  • Seasonal vegetables from Barcombe nurseries-  Organic veg box suppliers & growers nestled in the beautiful Sussex countryside, close to Lewes and Brighton.

Previous menus have included:

  • Handmade arepas (corn patties) or tortillas for tacos
  • Fillings such as chicharron (crispy pork), cochinita (slow-roasted pork), fried prawn or lamb (depending on season/ availability)
  • With sides such as refried black beans and a range of flavourful salsas

Dietary information:  The menu will involve cooking with nuts and meat. For any other allergies or dietary requirements, please contact us to discuss before booking.

"I will make all the recipes at home. Loved Diego's passion and interaction with the class." "Liked making all the sauces, it felt really authentic. We had a really enjoyable evening - will recommend and come again."

What previous participants said

Date & Time

Fri, Feb 6, 2026 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Venue Details

The Community Kitchen

113 Queens Road
Brighton and Hove, East Sussex BN1 3XG The Community Kitchen
Brighton & Hove Food Partnership

The Brighton & Hove Food Partnership's Community Kitchen is a cookery school where everyone can cook, learn new skills and enjoy food with others. We want everyone to experience the benefits of cooking and eating together. By paying for a cookery class, you help other people to attend cookery activities, regardless of finance, confidence or ability, and to make lasting changes to their lives.


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