15/10/26

Learn how to temper chocolate with Cook club’s new [behind the counter] series with Late Night Pudding Club

Cook Club’s first [behind the counter] session is set to be a chocoholic’s dream. On 21st October, the founders of Late Night Pudding Club, Siân Bliss and Josh Attwood, invite guests to learn how to make their beautiful Mezcalita chocolate bars from scratch, with cocktails, a little chocolate science and plenty of hands-on fun along the way.

Twice a month, Cook Club throws open the doors of Mission Kitchen, a living, working commercial kitchen and home to London’s most diverse community of food founders. Its new [behind the counter] series gives guests the chance to learn directly from the makers who’ve spent years perfecting their craft, discovering the tricks, techniques and little details that make their creations so special.

First up: an evening of cocktails and chocolate making funwith Late Night Pudding Club. Things kick off with a mezcal margarita from Josh and a few savoury snacks before guests roll up their sleeves and get stuck into the art of making fresh chocolate. Working in small groups, guests will whip up two delicious ganaches, chilli orange and vanilla bean white chocolate, before piping them into milk chocolate shells. Siân will then guide everyone through the magic of tempering chocolate by hand.

Once set, the bars are tapped out of their moulds and given the finishing touches: a decadent chocolate drizzle and a sprinkle of flaky salt. The best bit? Everyone leaves with two handmade bars, boxed up to take home, plus a recipe card to recreate the chocolate-making magic in their own kitchen!

Tickets costs £80, click here to book a spot! From 6pm - 9pm.

Includes: a welcome mezcal margarita (or a non-alcoholic alternative), savoury snacks, two Mezcalita bars to take home, and a recipe card (Ages 18+).

Address: Mission Kitchen, New Covent Garden Market, London, SW8 5EL

Photography courtesy of Late Night Pudding Club

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Apr 18, 2025

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Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world at the 60th Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, hosted by the Natural History Museum. This renowned showcase, running until Sunday, 29 June 2025, features 100 extraordinary photographs that capture the diversity and wonder of life on Earth.

From intimate portraits of elusive wildlife to powerful images highlighting environmental challenges, the exhibition offers a visual journey through various ecosystems. Notably, this year's People's Choice Award was claimed by Ian Wood's captivating photograph of a badger interacting with urban graffiti, emphasising the intersection of wildlife and human environments.

Enhancing the photographic displays, the exhibition includes immersive soundscapes, informative films, and expert insights, providing a deeper understanding of the stories behind the images. This multi-sensory experience for all ages aims to inspire a greater appreciation for the natural world and the importance of its conservation.

Dates: Open now until Sunday, 29 June 2025

Location: Natural History Museum, Cromwell Road, London SW7 5BD

Opening Hours: Daily from 10:00 to 17:50

Tickets: Adult off-peak tickets from £15.50; peak tickets from £18; free entry for members. To book click here.

Written by Claire Bloom

Photo by Ingo Arndt