Course Overview

Learn how to make seitan from scratch using vital wheat gluten, and discover how versatile, delicious, and nourishing homemade plant protein can be. In this class, you’ll move beyond processed meat substitutes and gain the confidence to create your own wholesome, protein-rich alternatives at home.

What is seitan?

Seitan is a traditional plant-based protein made from wheat gluten. Known for its satisfying, meat-like texture, it is naturally high in protein and incredibly versatile. When prepared from scratch using simple ingredients, seitan can be flavoured and cooked in many different ways, making it a nourishing and adaptable addition to everyday plant-based meals.

What you’ll learn

• How to make seitan step-by-step from vital wheat gluten
• Techniques for achieving great texture and flavour
• How to cook, season, and store seitan
• Ideas for using seitan in everyday meals
• Recipe inspiration for healthy, satisfying dishes

What you’ll get

• Hands-on cooking tuition in a relaxed, supportive environment
• Practical skills you can confidently repeat at home
• A nourishing soup and bread lunch
• The opportunity to take your seitan creations home with you (please bring a container)

Please note: This class is not suitable for those with coeliac disease or gluten intolerance.

Course times, fees & bookings

• Time: 10:00am – 2:30pm
• Fee: £75
• This course will close for bookings on Monday 23 February. With limited spaces available, early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.

Location

At our Holistic Healing Kitchen; Murtwell House, Diptford, Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7NQ .  For directions, please see this webpage.

Feel Good Fridays – Early Bird Bundle

Buy 3 classes and get the 4th FREE. Valid for confirmed dates and future 2026 dates (July–December).

Available Feel Good Friday courses:

• 27 February – Seitan from Scratch
• 10 April – Vegan Sushi
• 8 May – Healthy Sweet & Savoury Snacks
• 19 June – Dressings & Sauces That Transform Meals
• (Date TBC) September - Fun Plant-based Food for Children
• (Date TBC) October - Seaweed 
• (Date TBC) November - Seasonal Soups
• (Date TBC) Decemeber - Christmas Food Gifts & Naturally Sweet Festive Foods

A perfect way to commit to your wellbeing and save.

Purchase the ‘Feel Good Fridays’ Early Bird Bundle from the drop-down menu. Once purchased, please email info@macroschool.co.uk to confirm the four classes you will be attending. Spaces are limited, so we recommend confirming your dates as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

The cut-off date for all bookings is the Monday prior to the start of each class.

Cancellation Policy

All courses are subject to the school cancellation policy, which includes changing dates. Please click here for details before booking.

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