Date: Wednesday, November 5th

Are you ready to embark on a culinary journey filled with authentic Syrian flavors and heartfelt stories?

Join us for a one-of-a-kind cooking experience where you’ll explore the rich traditions of Syrian cuisine guided by talented Syrian refugee chefs who now call Rome home. This hands-on class offers more than just cooking, it’s an opportunity to connect with inspiring stories of resilience, adaptation, and integration. Through food and conversation, you will witness firsthand what genuine integration means — working, learning the language, contributing to the community, and feeling truly at home in Rome. Once the cooking is done, sit down and enjoy your creations with classmates in the warm and cozy atmosphere of Hummustown Restaurant.

What's Included:

• Hands-on cooking class led by an English-speaking Syrian chef 
• All ingredients and cooking equipment provided 
• Learn to prepare authentic Syrian dishes: 
• Syrian Burak (crispy cheese and vegetable rolls) 
• Manakeesh ("mini pizza" topped with za’atar or cheese) 
• Falafel (golden, spiced chickpea fritters) 
• Enjoy a full dinner with the dishes you’ve prepared, served alongside: Hummus and Shamandar (beetroot dip) and traditional drinks: Ayran (yogurt drink) and Mango juice 
• Cultural immersion and storytelling: Engage in meaningful conversations about migration and integration, discover traditional Syrian customs and even learn a few dance steps along the way!

• No cooking experience required 
• Directions to the restaurant will be shared after registration 

• Participants must be at least 18 years old by the start of the trip 
• Registration deadline: October 27
• Withdrawal deadline: October 28
• Trip switch deadline: October 30 
• Minimum participants: 10
• No-show or late cancellation fee: € 45 

By signing up, you confirm you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms and conditions on the JCU Activities and Trips website. 

For any additional information about this specific cooking class email clubs@johncabot.edu

Note: All JCU Student Engagement trips and outdoor activities are subject to change due to weather or other conditions. 

• Deadline to reserve and pay tickets Online Monday, October 27, 2025
• Price for ticket: 45,00 €
• Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
• Time: 06:00 PM
• End Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025
• End Time: 08:30 PM
• Location: Hummustown - Via Francesco Negri, 9, 00154 Roma
• Remaining spots: 11
• Participation Fee: 45,00 €
• Pre-departure mandatory meeting: No Meeting
• Refund policy:  Not refundable after the withdrawal deadline