Mastering Japanese Cuisine Experience: Dashi, Ramen, Gyoza, and Matcha (with Vegetarian Option)

Beschreibung

Experience Private or Small Group Cooking Lessons at a Home in Tokyo!
Just a 2-minute walk from the nearest station, in the heart of Tokyo, enjoy a unique opportunity to learn popular Japanese dishes while experiencing Japanese culture in a cozy, at-home setting. Learn practical skills from a chef in a hands-on environment.

Embark on a culinary journey into the heart of Japanese cuisine with a focus on mastering dashi, the foundational broth for ramen soup. Delve into the comprehensive process, beginning with crafting the rich, umami-infused soup base, mastering the art of perfectly boiling noodles, and skillfully arranging an array of delightful toppings to complement your creation.

Explore the intricacies of preparing gyoza filling, learn expert techniques for wrapping each delicate parcel, and discoveessential tips for achieving the perfect cook.

Experience the ancient ritual of matcha preparation, as you learn the art of whisking your own matcha to perfection. Savor the delicate flavors alongside traditional Japanese sweets, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of this time-honored practice.

Led by a seasoned former Japanese cuisine chef, the class commences with a warm introduction and a detailed overview of the day's lesson. Receive comprehensive menus and recipes, empowering you to recreate these culinary delights in the comfort of your kitchen. Aprons will be provided before the cooking session, ensuring your participation is both enjoyable and comfortable throughout.

Menü

• You can also enjoy a Matcha tea lesson, perfect for beginners. Clear instructions are provided by an English-speaking guide, and you'll receive recipes that are easy to replicate at home.
• (Miso Ramen) Rich miso-based soup with chewy noodles. Toppings include boiled eggs, vegetables, and chashu pork.
• (Gyoza) Juicy dumplings filled with handmade bean paste, wrapped in a thin skin. The combination with the crispy exterior is superb.
• (Dashi)The basic soup base of Japanese cuisine, it adds deep umami and flavor to dishes and enhances and harmonizes the overall taste.
• (Matcha and Wagashi Set) A traditional Japanese tea ceremony where rich matcha green tea is carefully brewed and served with wagashi (Japanese sweets). Wagashi are beautiful confections reflecting seasonal ingredients and culture. They are a perfect match for matcha.

Note:

• We do not offer halal options, but vegetarian options are available.
• Please inform us of any dietary restrictions when you make your booking.
• As a token of appreciation for everyone attending, complimentary photos will be provided.
• You will receive the recipes as a gift so you can make them at home.
• Aprons are provided, so please come empty-handed.
• On the day of the class, you can enjoy the following drinks for an additional 500 yen each, payable in cash:
  - Sake: Hakkaisan (180ml)
  - Beer: Kirin Ichiban Shibori (350ml)

Programm

Morning Session

• 10:50 AM - For those who require pickup service, we'll be waiting at Zoshigaya Station. Zoshigaya Station is on the Fukutoshin Line, just a 3-minute walk to the classroom. It's also a 15-20 minute walk from the large Ikebukuro Station.
• 11:00 AM -The instructor will introduce themselves and explain today's lesson. They are a former Japanese cuisine chef. After the introduction, they will go over today's hands-on lesson and explain the recipes while showing them. 
• 11:15 AM - Learn the basics of Japanese cuisine soup stock used in ramen broth and taste it. Experience the rich aroma and deep flavors of freshly made soup stock.
• 11:20 AM - Make and cook gyoza fillings! Learn the techniques of making gyoza, including how to wrap them in the dough and unique cooking methods. 
• 11:50 AM - At the Ramen Making Experience, We will make secret miso sauce for the ramen. Combine dashi and the secret miso sauce to create the ramen broth. Boil the noodles using a distinctive sieve, and finish by skillfully garnishing them to complete the dish.
• 12:20 PM -  Taste the ramen and gyoza you made yourself! 
• 12:45 PM -Let's enjoy preparing matcha ourselves! The experience of whisking matcha is quite rare. While savoring the rich aroma and flavor of matcha, enjoy its perfect pairing with seasonal Japanese sweets. Have a wonderful moment of relaxation and rejuvenation!
• 1:00 PM - End of the lesson: Thank you for your participation.

Afternoon Session

• 2:50 PM - For those who require pickup service, we'll be waiting at Zoshigaya Station. Zoshigaya Station is on the Fukutoshin Line, just a 3-minute walk to the classroom. It's also a 15-20 minute walk from the large Ikebukuro Station.
• 3:00 PM - The instructor will introduce themselves and explain today's lesson. They are a former Japanese cuisine chef. After the introduction, they will go over today's hands-on lesson and explain the recipes while showing them.
• 3:15 PM - Learn the basics of Japanese cuisine soup stock used in ramen broth and taste it. Experience the rich aroma and deep flavors of freshly made soup stock.
• 3:20 PM - Make and cook gyoza fillings! Learn the techniques of making gyoza, including how to wrap them in the dough and unique cooking methods.
• 3:50 PM - At the Ramen Making Experience, We will make secret miso sauce for the ramen. Combine dashi and the secret miso sauce to create the ramen broth. Boil the noodles using a distinctive sieve, and finish by skillfully garnishing them to complete the dish.
• 4:20 PM - Taste the ramen and gyoza you made yourself!
• 4:45 PM -Let's enjoy preparing matcha ourselves! The experience of whisking matcha is quite rare. While savoring the rich aroma and flavor of matcha, enjoy its perfect pairing with seasonal Japanese sweets. Have a wonderful moment of relaxation and rejuvenation!
• 5:00 PM - End of the lesson: Thank you for your participation..