COOK! Manchester Celebrates Veganuary with January Cookery Class Offers

Veganuary in Manchester just got a whole lot tastier. As plant-based eating continues its glow-up, COOK! Manchester, run in partnership with the Vegetarian Society, is kicking off 2026 with a mouthwatering incentive for anyone ready to sharpen their skills in the kitchen — or simply eat better food.

Throughout January 2026, the city’s leading cookery school for vibrant vegan, vegetarian and plant-based cuisine is offering an exclusive 20% discount on all full- and half-day classes booked between 1 and 31 January. It’s a limited-time celebration of Veganuary, the global movement encouraging people to explore plant-based eating at the start of the year — and a perfect excuse to try something new.

Whether you’re a committed vegan, a curious flexitarian or someone who just wants to cook more exciting food, COOK! makes plant-based cooking feel anything but restrictive. This is flavour-first food, rooted in global inspiration and delivered in a way that’s welcoming, practical and seriously fun.

Located in Manchester, COOK! is far more than a traditional cookery school. It’s an immersive culinary space offering hands-on workshops, themed sessions, lively supper clubs and in-depth half-day and full-day experiences. Classes are designed to build confidence, spark creativity and prove that plant-based cooking can be bold, comforting and deeply satisfying — without intimidation or preachiness.

The January offer covers some of COOK!’s most popular and buzz-worthy classes, including:

Kick Start Korean, a deep dive into punchy flavours and umami-rich plant-based dishes
Japanese Street Food, celebrating iconic comfort classics with a vegan twist
Trending Tofu, perfect for anyone ready to fall back in love with this plant-based staple
Vietnamese and Thai – Oh My!, a fragrant journey through Southeast Asian favourites
The Power of Pulses, spotlighting affordable, nutritious and endlessly versatile ingredients
Quick Plant-Powered Protein, ideal for busy cooks who want flavour without fuss
Valentine’s Brunch Club, because plant-based romance is very much a thing

With interest in wellness, sustainability and mindful eating continuing to rise, Veganuary has become less about short-term sacrifice and more about long-term inspiration. COOK!’s January initiative taps directly into that shift, encouraging people to experiment, learn new techniques and bring creative, nourishing dishes into their everyday routines.

Importantly, these classes aren’t about perfection — they’re about enjoyment. Expect generous tastings, expert guidance, plenty of hands-on cooking and that brilliant moment when a plant-based dish genuinely surprises you. The kind that makes its way into your regular meal rotation long after January ends.

For anyone looking to start 2026 with new skills, fresh flavours and a renewed love of cooking, COOK!’s Veganuary offer is a delicious place to begin.

To book a discounted class or find out more, visit vegsoc.org/cook.

About the Vegetarian Society
Formed in 1847, the Vegetarian Society is a campaigning charity working towards a better life for animals, people and the planet. As the UK’s leading authority on vegetarianism, it provides trusted guidance, globally recognised accreditation and advocacy for vegetarian, vegan and plant-based living — proving that small changes by many really can make a huge difference.

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