Vitality HealthyFood Studio Cooking Classes in Johannesburg

The Vitality HealthyFood Studio is bringing a full month of healthy cooking courses taught by expert chefs at their cutting-edge rooftop kitchen in the heart of Sandton. All through March, learn fancy but easy recipes that’ll help you take control of your health, one tasty bite at a time. Here’s what you need to know.

What to expect from the Vitality HealthyFood Studio courses

Throughout the month, the Vitality HealthyFood Studio hosts a variety of different courses themed according to national cuisines, convenience, or various occasions such as family feasts or date nights.

Each dish is crafted to balance health and flavour, ensuring a satisfying meal and the presiding expert chefs approach their teaching in an interactive way, so prepare to get stuck in the mix in this hands-on programme.

Non-alcoholic drinks are included with every ticket. Each course is held at the Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton.

March 2025 cooking courses

Dinner Date Delights

Take in an enchanting evening for two with the Dinner Date Delights cooking class.

Begin with golden nachos topped with seared tuna, sweetcorn, beans, avocado, tomato salsa, and sour cream. For the starter, enjoy Korean beef paired with a crunchy cabbage salad featuring summer melon, pistachio nuts, baby spinach, and toasted noodles.

The main course showcases Brazilian Tempero Baiano chicken served with kara mashed potato, zucchini ribbons, and eggplant caponata. End the evening on a sweet note with a decadent chocolate cake accompanied by banana ice-cream and seasonal berries.

Cost: R750pp, book online

When: Wednesday, 5 March | Thursday, 20 March | Friday, 28 March | From 6pm to 9pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

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Gourmet Greek Food

The Vitality HealthyFood Studio Gourmet Greek Food course takes you on a culinary journey through the sun-kissed flavours of Greece.

Indulge in a warm welcome with Paros beef gyros (slow-cooked meat stuffed in pita bread with tzatziki), accompanied by the refreshing notes of Mykonos Soumada. Then elevate your cooking skills as you learn to make Greek baked white fish for starters, Santorini Souvlaki (marinated meat grilled on a skewer) baby marrow fritters for mains, and more. For dessert, you’ll make Skiathos baklava as the sweet finale.

Cost: R750pp, book online

When: Friday, 7 March | Wednesday, 12 March | Saturday, 22 March | Thursday, 27 March | From 6pm to 9pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

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‘Beary’ Fun Cooking

Calling all little chefs and fans of the beloved marmalade-swilling Peruvian bear! Join for a hands-on kids’ cooking course at the Vitality HealthyFood Studio where you’ll discover the secrets of Peruvian cuisine.

Indulge in a delightful menu inspired by little red booted Paddington bear’s love of fun and good food. Start your adventure with fruit and bran muffins with special healthy marmalade and fish from Peru and crispy doughnut-shaped pumpkin fritters.

Dig into the main course of crispy Peruvian jungle chicken with roasted sweet potato wedges and a side of tomato and red pepper ketchup. End your kitchen expedition with moist chocolate cake served with banana frozen yoghurt and toasted Brazil nuts.

Ticket prices are per child; supervising adults attend for free.

Cost: R500 per child, free entry for supervising adults. Book online

When: Saturday, 8 and 20 March from 10am to 1pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

Besties for Brunch

Are you looking for the perfect spot to catch up over delicious food and drinks? The Vitality HealthyFood Studio has brunch delights for you and your bestie.

The chefs will show you how to make delightful dishes including scrummy scones, indulgent crumpets with smoked salmon trout, choux pastry puffs filled with chive scramble eggs and crowned with exotic mushrooms, flat bread with seared beef fillet and tomato chili jam, and a naked carrot cake with caramel cream and spiced pecan nuts.

Book your spot today and treat yourself and your bestie to a brunch experience you won’t forget.

Cost: R700pp, book online

When: Sunday, 9 and 30 March from 10am to 1pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

Enchanted Forest Feast

Join a magical culinary journey inspired by a timeless fairytale. The enchanting cooking course is designed to delight your senses and transport you to a world of wonder.

Savour a carefully crafted menu, featuring a refreshing arrival drink of watermelon and cranberry iced tea, swirled with a pinch of magic and served with royal crumpets topped with zesty peppadew cream, smoked salmon roses and caviar fit for a queen.

Next, enjoy a lush and vibrant mix of rocket leaves, asparagus curls, exotic tomatoes, goji berries, edamame beans and white pearls hidden among a field of flowers. Then, prepare to craft a feast fit for royalty with prime beef fillet steak paired with parsnip purée, smoky Hasselback new potatoes and bundles of greens, all enrobed in a rich wild mushroom sauce.

Finally, no fairy tale is complete without a touch of sweetness. Live happily ever after with the lingering flavours of cinnamon-infused coconut panna cotta topped with blackberry compote and seasonal berries and crowned with a mini red toffee apple.

Cost: R750pp, book online

When: Friday, 14 March from 6pm to 9pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

Girl’s Night Out

Gather the ladies for an evening of culinary delight where you can learn to elevate your next dinner party favourite dishes.

The chefs teach you how to cook a delicious teriyaki salmon trout paired with cauliflower purée, sautéed sesame bok choy and namasu, a beef fillet mignon merged with butternut mash, and some tasty sides. Then, top off the evening with a sweet treat of pistachio and Baklava roses served with caramel frozen yoghurt and red berries.

Cost: R750pp, book online

When: Saturday, 15 March and Wednesday, 26 March from 6pm to 9pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

Weber Braai Class

Ignite your tastebuds with a mouthwatering braai course. Think grilled antipasti with a spicy harissa hummus dip, succulent chicken espetada served with a pumpkin flatbread and refreshing cucumber salad. Next, you’ll have almond and herb stuffed trout, roasted mint and yoghurt deboned leg of lamb or a Boerie roll with ushatini relish to fill any gaps.

Then, keep some space for some sides – mealie and wild greens bread, charred corn, grilled greens and more. For dessert, have something sweet with a banana split served with dark chocolate and toasted pistachio – all on the braai.

Cost: R800pp, book online

When: Sundday, 16 March 2025 from 10am to 1pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

Cucina Italiana

Indulge your senses in a culinary journey through Italy. Learn to make everything from the classic Bruschetta Caprese to the exquisite Zucchini Arancini rice balls, the rich and savoury Beef Braciole, and the simple yet elegant Pasta Aglio e Olio highlighting garlic and extra virgin olive oil. For a sweet finish, learn to create the divine Café Panna Cotta adorned with delicate Tegole biscuit and seasonal berries.

Cost: R750pp, book online

When: Wednesday, 19 March from 6pm to 9pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton

Family Feast

Enjoy a memorable, interactive cooking experience designed for your family or group of friends.

Learn the secret to a perfect starter – garlic and herb flatbread paired with an array of delicious, healthy dips. Master the art of a char-grilled beef fillet and zesty salsa verde and savour exquisite hot and smokey cauliflower bulbs.

Then, embrace Mediterranean flavours with a Greek-style butterflied chicken, served with sweet potato wedges and tzatziki. End with a delicious peppermint and dark chocolate pudding, a ginger biscuit crumble and seasonal berries for dessert.

Cost: R650pp, book online

When: Sunday, 23 March from 10am to 1pm
Where: Vitality HealthyFood Studio at 1 Discovery Pl in Sandhurst, Sandton