Mexican Chilli Workshop - Mexico Vivo Fest

Mexican Chilli Workshop - Mexico Vivo Fest

  • Ages 14+

With Chili Maven and Florencia Denti

By Mexibrit

Date and time

Mon, 5 May 2025 13:00 - 14:00 GMT+1

Location

Nico's Bar

East Bay Lane #Unit 1-28 London E15 2SJ United Kingdom

Refund Policy

No Refunds

About this event

🗓 Sunday May | 🕐 1PM – 2PM
📍 Nico's Bar Annexe, Hackney Bridge


🌶 Mexican Chili Workshop with Chili Maven

Unlock the fiery, flavorful world of authentic Mexican chiles in this hands-on workshop with Chili Maven, the award-winning London-based brand reimagining Salsa Macha for modern kitchens.

Whether you're a spice lover or just curious about Mexican culinary traditions, this workshop is a deep dive into the heart of Mexico’s bold and beautiful flavors.


🔥 What You’ll Learn:

  • The history and cultural importance of chiles in Mexican cuisine.
  • How to identify and work with a variety of dried and fresh chiles – from the smoky ancho to the punchy habanero.
  • Essential techniques: roasting, toasting, and rehydrating chiles for optimal flavor.
  • How to prepare two types of homemade salsas, including the addictive and nutty Salsa Macha, with insights and tasting led by Chili Maven.
  • Tips for pairing your salsas with traditional Mexican dishes.

Whether you're building your salsa skills or discovering Mexican cuisine for the first time, this fun, flavour-filled workshop will leave you inspired—and maybe a little spicy! 🌶🔥

All income from the tickets sold for this workshop will be donated to the charity Border Line Crisis Center, a shelter in Tijuana helping women and children in transit.

🎟 Limited spaces available – reserve your spot now!

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