September Vancouver Cookbook Club

Vancouver Cookbook Club

By Josh & Cynthia

Cookbook: Chop Chop: Cooking the Food of Nigeria

Our next Cookbook Club is a celebration of the vibrant flavours of Nigeria, and we’re thrilled to be hosting our very first cookbook author event with celebrated Nigerian food writer Ozoz Sokoh (@kitchenbutterfly).

From rich, aromatic stews to West Africa's beloved dish, Jollof Rice made the Nigerian way, this month’s gathering is all about bold, multilayered flavours. Whether it’s your first time cooking Nigerian cuisine or you simply love exploring new dishes, you’ll feel right at home here.

When: Sunday, September 21, 2025

Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Where: Coastal Eden Cafe (643 East Hastings Street, Vancouver)

Price: $30 (covers labour, decor, and one drink ticket)

Claim your dish here after RSVP'ing!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Ozoz Sokoh is a Nigerian food writer, educator and traveller of flavours. Trained as a geologist, she launched her blog, Kitchen Butterfly, in 2009 to chronicle her culinary journey. Her work centres on the connections food creates, highlighting themes of food sovereignty, cultural identity, reclaiming Nigerian cuisine, and the pure joy of sharing a meal.

ABOUT CHOP CHOP: COOKING THE FOOD OF NIGERIA

Chop Chop by Ozoz Sokoh is more than a cookbook; it’s a journey into the heart of Nigerian food culture. Through recipes layered with history, memory, and meaning, Ozoz shares how food connects people across generations and geographies. Each dish tells a story of heritage and celebration, inviting readers to not only cook, but also experience the spirit and community woven into Nigerian cuisine.

HOW IT WORKS:

• We each will bring one recipe from the cookbook. Please sign up for a dish in the Google Sheet by Wednesday, September 10

• If you’re bringing a guest, they would also need to RSVP AND bring a dish

• Please do not send this link to anyone else as we have only sent out invitations to those who have filled in their Interest Form.

• On the day, we will gather, mingle, and try each other’s wonderful Nigerian creations!

General Policies

By purchasing a ticket and joining our Vancouver Cookbook Club, you agree to foster a respectful and welcoming environment for all participants.

Photography & Recording:

By attending the Event, you agree and understand that Vancouver Cookbook Club may photograph and or create videos of the Event and participants.  You agree that the Vancouver Cookbook Club may share and be the owner of and use such photographs and or videos relating to the promotion for future Events. You agree that no claim of any kind may be made against Vancouver Cookbook Club for any shared photographs from social media for photographs, videos, hashtags, publication or exhibition.

Food Safety Notice:

Attendees are responsible for their own dietary choices and any resulting health effects. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, please exercise caution and ask about ingredients as needed. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs carries a risk of foodborne illness. Hosts, participants, and the venue are not liable for any illness or reactions resulting from foods you choose to consume.

RSVP Policy:

Please RSVP only if you are certain you can attend. The event fee is non-refundable and non-transferable if you choose not to participate after registering.

We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to sharing meals and memories with you!

Other notes:

• Please input your dish through the Google Docs link.

• Please bring your own dishware and serving utensils if you have one. Aesthetic ones are highly encouraged!

• Plates, utensils, and small boxes for leftovers will be provided.

• There is absolutely no pressure to create the perfect dish! If your dish does not turn out, feel free to still bring them and we can all talk about what we can do better next time!

• We encourage everyone to share your event highlights on Instagram and make sure to tag @josh.and.cynthia, @kitchenbutterfly, and @coastaledencafe

We look forward to gathering with you!