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HOST A VIRTUAL COOK ALONG

Cook up some kindness! Set up an in-person or virtual cook-along and turn your culinary skills into lifesaving support. Whether you’re a kitchen pro or a beginner with a whisk, this is a fun, interactive event that’s all about good food and a great cause. Ask friends and family to pay to take part, follow along with a delicious recipe, and help fund vital Air Ambulance Service missions.

It’s a chance to learn, laugh, and make a real difference, one course at a time. So grab your apron, invite your friends, and stir up support together.

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Male And Female Adult Students With Teacher Preparing Ingredients For Dish In Kitchen Cookery Class

STEP BY STEP GUIDE

  1. Choose a date to host your cook-along
    Find a day that works best for you to get as many family and friends involved as possible. You’ll want to be the host with the most! Think about any ingredient prep that may need to be done beforehand (like marinating) and make a note of cooking times so guests know how long to set aside.
  2. Set up your online fundraising page
    A fundraising page allows people to donate towards your cook-along without using cash. They can pay securely online, knowing their donation goes directly to our lifesaving services. Need help setting it up? Take a look at our handy guide.
  3. Decide which platform to host your cook-along if you’re holding it virtually
    There are plenty of free online platforms to choose from – Facebook Messenger, Google Hangouts, WhatsApp and more. Once you’ve picked your platform, send invites with the time, date and platform name. Give guests time to download the app and create a login if needed, and don’t forget to share the ingredients list well in advance.
  4. Get cooking!
    You’ve set your date, chosen your platform and your guests are ready. Now it’s time to get cooking. Share step-by-step instructions and guide everyone through the recipe so they can follow along with you.
  5. Bon Appétit
    Once the food’s plated up, sit together via video call to enjoy your masterpiece. Swap notes on the dish and any tweaks you’d make next time. Vote on presentation and teamwork to crown your cook-along champion.
  6. Shout about it on social media
    Let people know what you’re doing for charity and give the winning chef a shout-out. Don’t forget to tag us in your posts – we’d love to see your dishes!

To take a look at our full list of challenge events and ways to fundraise, click here.