COOKING CLASSES
Cooking classes are taught in Hiroko's private home kitchen which can accommodate 6-14 students. The culinary atelier offers several kinds of classes including French, Italian, Chakaiseki (the formal meal served for Japanese tea ceremony) and the new Washoku, (Japanese traditional cuisine recently added in the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list.) All classes except guest chef's class are hands-on and participants prepare the dishes together and eat what they make in the class!
Wagashi with Yasuko Takahashi
Date: March 16th, Saturday, 2 PM-4:30PM
Class Fee: $40*
Yasuko Takahashi (a wonderful tea instructor, as well as a ski instructor and pianist, and a long-time friend) will come to teach variety of Nerikiri (a type of traditional Japanese confectionery). Last fall, she taught autumn-themed Nerikiri, which was well-received, so we've requested a spring-themed class this time. The class will run from 2:00 p.m. to around 4:30 p.m., and the fee is $40.
Charity Gathering #1: European Cuisine
Date: March 17th, Sunday, 1 PM-4 PM
Class Fee: $90 (no registration fee required)
[SPECIAL EVENT}
All fee will be donated to Noto Peninsula Earthquake Relief. Please click here for more details.
Join us for a gastronomic experience as we dive into the art of preparing mouthwatering dishes featuring the finest seasonal ingredients, with Dungeness Crab taking center stage. Reserve your spot now for a culinary journey you won't want to miss!
Featured Seasonal Ingredient: Dungeness Crab
Menu Highlights:
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Dungeness Crab Soufflé
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Creamy Tomato Soup
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Dungeness Crab Quiche and Baby Green Salad and Asparagus
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Matcha Fig Cake for Dessert
Hiroko is extremely particular about the quality of ingredients. Participants not only enjoy the taste of the finest ingredients in which Hiroko collects from Japan/all over the world, but also appreciate her creative and delicious recipes. Hiroko also teaches table settings, kitchen gadget, and the serving ideas. From the beginners to the advanced, there is always something to learn from her!
Charity Gathering #2 & 3: Hanami Washoku
Option 1: March 30th, Saturday, 1 PM-4 PM
Option 2: March 31st, Sunday, 1 PM-4 PM
Class Fee: $90 (no registration fee required)
[SPECIAL EVENT}
All fee will be donated to Noto Peninsula Earthquake Relief. Please click here for more details.
Based on the theme of a Hanami (flower veiwing) Chakaiseki, the menu includes sashimi as an appetizer, a crab Shinjo bowl for the soup course, and a choice between a Hanami bento or Shokado bento as the main course. Following that, we will serve traditional Japanese sweets and matcha. The participation fee for this event is also $90.
(*) Registration Fee Required to the first time participant. in addition to the class fee, the first time participant is required to pay the $115 registration fee. This fee includes a culinary apron, beret, kitchen towel, and a recipe folder.