Bulgarian Cooking Class: Filo Pastry Magic

Master filo pastry—savoury or sweet—and feast like a Tsar!



2.5 hours Location Flemington Class size 1 to 10 guests   $95 - $109 (Earlybird price of $99 applies if you book into a public session 14+ days ahead, otherwise $109 per guest when you book for 1 guest, $95/guest for 2+ guests) (Afterpay available)

Unleash your culinary creativity in this Bulgarian cooking class by mastering the art of filo pastry, a thin sheet of unleavened dough.
Not only will you discover the secrets of a faraway cuisine, but you will also gain practical skills to impress your friends with delicious homemade treats. Get ready to take home new culinary techniques that will elevate your baking game!
In this interactive workshop, you will:
  • Learn how to handle delicate filo pastry with finesse.
  • Discover two of the endless possibilities of fillings and cooking methods.
  • Impress your friends with crowd-pleasing pastries at events and gatherings.
What we will make together:
  • Banitsa - a delectable egg, cheese, and spinach pie with a crispy exterior and a soft interior. (think Borek or Spanakopita, but with a Bulgarian twist!)
  • Tikvenik - a decadent plant-based dessert with pumpkin, walnuts, and cinnamon.
  • A seasonal Bulgarian salad to round off your culinary experience.
Sonya, your friendly instructor, is passionate about sharing the rich culinary heritage of her home country. With her background in Public Health Nutrition and commercial cookery, along with her experience in teaching community cooking classes, Sonya is well-equipped to guide you through this fun workshop. After attending her class, you will be even better equipped to adopt one of the Bulgarians' finest traits - generous hospitality.

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Upcoming dates for Bulgarian Cooking Class: Filo Pastry Magic

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 23 Oct 2026, 7:43am; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 27 Feb 2027 and 6 Mar 2027.

  • Sat 27 Feb 2027, 3pm-5:30pm
  • Sat 6 Mar 2027, 10am-12:30pm
What you'll get
  • A 2-hour class, plus 30 minutes of open discussion over a shared meal.
  • Learn about a little-known cuisine with an ancient history.
  • Recipes and techniques for filo pastry, which can unlock unlimited innovations.
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Knowledge required
Suitable for beginners to advanced cooks who want to learn about an unfamiliar cuisine. Children aged 12+ are welcome when accompanied by an adult. This is a hands-on cooking experience, and younger participants should be comfortable following instructions and working independently with guidance.
Allergens: This class contains wheat/gluten, dairy, egg, and tree nuts (walnuts). Other common allergens may be present in the shared kitchen. Please contact us before booking if you have a food allergy or dietary requirement so we can discuss whether the class is suitable.
What to bring
Please wear comfortable clothes and closed shoes.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 12 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Farnham Street Neighbourhood Learning Center - 28 Farnham Street, Flemington VIC

Public transport: 10 mins walk from Newmarket Station, 15 mins from Racecourse road 75 tram

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Recent reviews of Bulgarian Cooking Class: Filo Pastry Magic

  • 5/5 from Maria Yebra, attended Jun 2026: Great class with Sonya today! Had a lovely time learning about Bulgaria and Bulgarian cuisine. We made 3 delicious dishes that are easy to replicate at home and then ate them together. So yum! Sonya is very knowledgeable and we will definitely come back for more classes and recommend to anyone who wants to have a lovely afternoon
  • 5/5 from Erica Lacorcia, attended Jun 2026: The Bulgarian Cooking Class is a really great class! Sonya is very organised and presents very well. During the class everyone was made to feel at ease and there was just the right level of opportunity for each of us to participate in the cooking process. All of the food was truly delicious!
  • 4/5 from Mia Mats, attended Jun 2026: Great teacher, she has a passion for cooking Bularian food for the whole family to share. Thank you for the experience
Your teacher

Sonya's Nurtured Kitchen
Sonya's Nurtured Kitchen

4.9 (25)
female Women-owned

I’m a Public Health Nutritionist, cooking instructor, and lifelong learner who believes food is more than fuel!
My relationship with food began in Bulgaria, growing up as a fussy eater, disliking most home-cooked food. But everything changed in my early 20s, after going through a health scare. The experience sparked a deep interest in preventative health and led me to study Public Health Nutrition in Denmark. During this time, I taught myself to cook, bake, and ferment.
While writing my Master’s thesis, I moved to Melbourne and fell headfirst into its vibrant food scene. The diversity of ingredients, flavours, and cuisines was transformative. I discovered a passion for teaching while managing the production kitchen at SisterWorks. There, I led healthy cooking classes for women from around the world and saw firsthand how food could be a bridge: building confidence, sharing culture, and creating community. Since then, I’ve run community workshops, worked in commercial kitchens, and continued to explore how food can nourish both people and planet.
My teaching style is grounded in simplicity, sustainability, and joy. I share practical nutrition tips, tricks from professional kitchens, and celebrate seasonal, local produce with minimal waste.
Whether I’m leading a class or chatting over a shared meal, I love that moment when something clicks — when someone realises that healthy, delicious food doesn’t have to be complicated.

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