Margot & Montanez
location_on Abbotsford, Melbourne
local_activity classes: Baking and Desserts • Tea
5.0 (19)
3k followers
Real Flavors, Real Stories!
Welcome to Margot & Montañez, where every bite tells a story. Our journey began not just a few years ago with our founder Jen, but traces back to May 1916, with the birth of her grandmother, Margot. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Margot wasn't just a cook; she was a culinary rebel who knew that good food meant happiness.
Jen grew up under Margot's influence, where a visit to grandma's house meant a delicious escape. At twelve, she was already in the kitchen, baking and learning. Margot's passing at seventy-three left a legacy – a love for food that makes people feel good.
Jen's baking journey has taken her around the world, from Venezuela to the US, Denmark, UK and now Australia, carrying with her a suitcase full of recipes and a heart full of memories. She started with alfajores and other treats, each with a twist that's uniquely Jen, uniquely Margot.
Now in Australia, we're on a mission with Margot & Montañez: to bring a slice of South American warmth mixed with global influences right to your table.
We're about authentic tastes and real connections. Our recipes are a blend of family traditions and the new flavours Jen discovered in her travels.
Margot & Montañez isn't just about food. It's about that feeling of home, of comfort, and of sharing. Whether it's a bite of our alfajores or a new treat we've whipped up, we invite you to join our story. Taste the legacy, share the joy, and make some memories of your own with Margot & Montañez.
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(19)
Chethna Ben • Apr 2024
It has been a pleasure working with Jen today. Her passion for food and culture with the richness of diversity was unparalleled I would definitely recommend this class to anyone looking to reignite friendships, love, peace for mind and soul with deserts!
A must go for beginners and professionals alike! Or if you want to just go try something different!
The deserts have become my personal favourites now! Thank you Jen for making us feel we were invited to your home with the sharing of food and skills.
Georgina Coventry • Apr 2024
The class was ran so well, so much fun to re-create something I fell in love with on my own travels to the Americas. And they taste just the same if not better than I remember
Was made really comfortable instantly and shared many laughs. The information and history around the origins of her particular recipe was so cool to know as well!
Teacher's response
I'm so happy to hear you had a great time in class and enjoyed the flavours, Georgina! It was a pleasure sharing our alfajores history and bringing back great memories for you. Thank you for your lovely review and keep on recreating this delicious recipe!
Carol Blandthorn • Apr 2024
2 ClassBento workshops attended
The teacher was amazing. Ingredients were all ready measured and she took the time to discuss what link it had to the country it was from and where we could find ingredients
Teacher's response
Thanks for your lovely review, Carol. It was a pleasure to bake with you and Elizabeth. Seeing you both enjoying the desserts without saying a word but with just tons of "ummm's" made my day! Happy baking!
Amanda Wheeler • Dec 2023
Really well organised and hands on experience. I now have the confidence to take these on at home. Super yummy too!
Anna Xia • Sep 2023
112 ClassBento workshops attended • 107 reviews
Jen is Venezuelan and proudly demonstrates how to make her grandma’s recipe for gluten free alfajores with us today. Alfajores are delectable biscuit sweets with many variations native to the 8 countries in South America that calls them their own. Usually shared during celebrations like baptisms and weddings and highly popular with adults and children alike. We left with a great many finished with dulce de leche and rolled in desiccated coconut and also an example of one dipped in chocolate. There’s also ready to bake dough to take home. Such moreish treats, you can’t just stop at one. Perfect with a cuppa tea or coffee.
Vi Tran • Aug 2023
What a wonderful experience! It was an absolute pleasure having Jen show us how to make delectable alfajores. She is warm and welcoming, has a world of knowledge about all things sweet and is even thoughtful about the use of biodegradable packaging. We had so much fun and we learnt so much. Not only did we make a batch that day, but we had enough dough to bring home to make at least 4 more batches. Oh and I can’t stop eating them!
Rodney Kordi • Jul 2023
Jen was a fantastic teacher and led the class brilliantly. She was patient, explained things well and was always too happy to answer any question (as silly as they were). Most of all she was fun and felt like part of the team. Would absolutely recommend - The alfajores were delicious!
Teacher's response
Thank you Rodney for your kind review. You all made me feel part of the team and I had great fun! I hope you managed to share (although reluctantly) your creations with the family.
Vitaly Blinovskov • Jun 2023
Jen was really nice, it was a fun activity for sure
Teacher's response
It was a pleasure baking with you Vitaly. Curious to know how the alfajores paired with such a drink they look like a match made in heaven. Keep up baking!
Safira Nugroho • Jun 2023
Jen was the best! She was so kind and patient and lovely, and was able to adapt with different conditions/mishaps that the team had.
Loved the recipe – very easy to follow along, finished on time.
Teacher's response
Wow check out those beauties Safira, well done! Thanks for your kind review, I totally enjoyed baking with you. Happy baking!
