Global Village Cafe

Where sharing food means sharing culture

  • Learn

    A structured 10-week programme for English as a Second Language (ESOL) students to gain real-life experience using English in a work-based setting.

  • Cook

    An opportunity to provide food for the community, showcasing recipes from different countries and cultures.

  • Share

    A chance to bring the community together, break down barriers, build friendships, network, and open doors to potential employment.

A 10 week programme using English in a real life setting.

Weeks 1-3

Each participant will choose two of their favourite home-cooked meals. Working together, they will create their own recipe cards, translate them into English, and shop for the ingredients they need. 

They will perfect their dishes and showcase them on a special menu in the Village Café.

Weeks 4-10

From weeks 4 to 10, each participant will have their own showcase week. During this time, they will learn to delegate tasks, prepare in advance, and market their dishes to be served at the Thursday Lunch Club.

When it’s not their week to showcase, participants will take on other café roles, working as a team to deliver high-quality service to invited members of the community and local business owners.

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Register your interest.

Our Global Village Cafe is a pilot programme we are running that will take place over 10 weeks. To register your interest in taking part please complete the registration form below.