🔥 Come Join Us at The Cook Up
📍 Shepherds Bay Community Centre
Looking for a relaxed space to meet other blokes, share a meal, and pick up a few practical life skills? The Cook Up is for you.
This monthly catch-up is all about bringing men together — whether it’s to have a yarn, learn how to whip up a solid feed, or just hang out in good company.
Why You’ll Want to Come Along:
✅ Make real connections with other local men
✅ Learn simple, cost-effective meals you can cook at home
✅ Pick up life skills to stay independent and confident
✅ Chat about real stuff — the kind of conversations men don’t always have, but sometimes need to
✅ Find out what supports and services are out there (no pressure, just info if you want it)
This is a no-judgement space where it’s all about mateship, community, and having each other's backs.
Come for the feed. Stay for the connection. Leave with something useful.
🔥 Next Cook Up Dates – Lock It In
🍽️ Monday 25th August
🍽️ Monday 29th September
🍽️ Monday 27th October
🍽️ Monday 24th November
👀 What’s the Topic? Got something on your mind?
Topics are still being locked in — so this is your chance to shape the convo.
August – TBC
September – TBC
October – TBC
November – TBC
🍗 What’s on the Menu? Each month, we whip up a budget-friendly feed that hits the spot:
- August – Leftover Roast Chicken Tostadas (zero waste, max flavour)
- September – Viral Sweet Potato Nacho Bowl (yes, it’s that one)
- October – Shakshuka (eggs + spice = winner)
- November – “In a Pickle!” (quick pickling & preserving like a pro)
💬 Got an idea for a topic or a feed? Shoot it through to: community@ryde.nsw.gov.au
Whether you're into good food, good chats, or just want to pick up a few smart cooking tricks — The Cook Up is for you.
Come for the feed. Stay for the connection. Leave with something useful.