HIVE Directory: Cookery Courses

Chop, Cook, Chat teaches basic cooking skills to men aged 50+ who have had a change in circumstance such as a bereavement or becoming a carer.

It’s a great opportunity to meet other men in a similar situation as well as learning the skills needed to prepare healthy meals.

The cost of each session is £5, which includes refreshments, tasters and food to take home.

Our current Chop Cook Chat groups are:

North End Baptist Church - 195 Powerscourt Road - North End - Tuesday - 10.30am-12.30pm

Carers Centre - 118 Orchard Road - Southsea - Tuesday - 10.30am - 12.30pm

Carers Centre - 117 Orchard Road - Southsea - Wednesday - 10.30am - 12.30pm

Cosham Baptist Church - 48 Havant Road - Drayton - Wednesday - 10.30am-12.30pm

Carers Centre - 117 Orchard Road - Southsea - Wednesday - 1.30 - 3.30pm

Pickwick House Community Room - Wingfield Street - Portsmouth - Thursday - 10.30am - 12.30pm

North End Baptist Church - 195 Powerscourt Road - North End - Friday - 11am - 1pm

Loaves of Love is a Portsmouth-based community group open to all women, including those facing hardship such as survivors of domestic violence, women recovering from addiction, refugees, asylum seekers, carers, unemployed women, and those experiencing social isolation or financial difficulties.

We run welcoming baking sessions where participants can learn new skills, build confidence, and connect with others in a friendly and supportive environment. Our sessions celebrate diverse cultures through shared recipes and cooking experiences, and we rely on local volunteers, including professional bakers and community helpers, to make each session engaging and enjoyable.

Loaves of Love offers opportunities for volunteers to assist, share skills, or donate ingredients and equipment, helping to create a space where women can relax, socialise, and gain practical skills through the joy of baking.