Melbourne’s home of connection through food.

Let's make dinner easier & life a little richer.

Cooking classes & events

Relaxed, welcoming cooking classes in Bayside Melbourne, cook along online or book a private class. 

Weekly meal planning, new recipes, live online classes with Nellie plus a warm community of home cooks.

Travel that tastes like life

Our small group food and culture tours are for people who love to discover the world through food.

Hello, I'm Nellie.

Cook, teacher, author & founder of Relish Mama.

For more than 17 years, I’ve helped thousands of people feel at home in the kitchen and more connected around the table.

Calm in the kitchen

Practical skills and recipes to settle the weeknight wobble.

Connection

Enjoy cooking with people who love food like you do.

Comfort

Inspiration, new skills and beautiful food to make life feel good.

Confidence

You’ll learn by doing, with hands‑on guidance and support.

You're invited to join

Nellie's Cooking Club

For food lovers craving fresh inspiration each month

Each month, we cook live together online.


I share a themed menu, recipes, shopping lists, and little tricks to make dinner flow. Join our welcoming and encouraging community and access my tried and tested meals that work from busy weeknights to special occassions.

“Since joining, I’m amazed at the variety of dishes and how much I have learnt. I am better organised in the kitchen, I waste less, and Nellie always offers options for what’s already in your pantry. I’ve discovered new skills and ingredients and the classes are such a highlight of my month.”


Leanne

Cooking Classes in Melbourne & Online

Let’s spend a few hours cooking, learning new skills and sharing a meal.

Classes make a thoughtful gift and a lovely day or night out.

Food Tours

Experience the most amazing food and culture the world has to offer.

I curate intimate food tours that let you see a place through its people and its table. We meet generous hosts, eat unforgettable food and take our time.

FREE ONLINE COOKING CLASS

Gnocchi With Nellie

Learn my simple method, cook along at your own pace, and finish with dinner you’ll be proud of.

Includes video class + recipes + shopping list.

You’ll also receive my weekly recipe email. Unsubscribe anytime.

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