Cooking Class: Pan-Asian Cuisine at Home
Thu, Jan 23rd at 7:00PM
Fri, Jan 24th at 6:00PM
Fri, Jan 24th at 6:00PM
Sat, Jan 25th at 6:00PM
This exciting in-person cooking class from Chef Melissa is the perfect opportunity for home chefs to learn the traditional secrets from some of Asia's finest culinary cultures. You'll explore the process of balancing flavors to achieve a well-rounded profile while preparing a Thai coconut and mushroom soup, beef bulgogi from Korea and a refreshing Japanese salad featuring crisp cucumbers seasoned with vinegar and aromatics. Don't forget dessert, a cherry clafoutis with a surprising sake kick.
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Tom Kha Gai
With shrimp, shiitake mushrooms and unsweetened coconut milk
Beef Bulgogi
With Korean pear, scallions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce and toasted sesame oil
Japanese Cucumber Salad
With rice vinegar, ginger and scallions
Amazake Cherry Clafoutis
With eggs, flour, white miso and Chantilly cream
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 5
- Event Duration 2.5 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- LabelsThai, Korean, Asian, Japanese, Baking, Holiday
Reviews Guests Left For This Experience
Anne
09 May 2024
We loved working with Chef Melissa; professional, personable, and a really fun person who helped us create a delicious Pan Asian meal!
Reviews Guests Left For Other Experiences
Rachel
18 Jan 2025
Had a wonderful time at our sushi making class! Chef Melissa made it feel less daunting and incredibly enjoyable. We made all different forms of sushi, got tips for where to buy her recommended ingredients and items, and so forth. We had previously struggled to roll maki at home and get the consistency/balance right, and Chef Melissa walked us through all the various things to consider. Now we know how to do better at home! There was one other couple with us, and Chef Melissa made it a really lovely evening by focusing on this moment together, reflecting on the evening, and remembering to enjoy the present. This was beyond expectations! Most culinary classes/demonstrations are pretty to-the-point / have a lot of structure and lack character, which is fine. But now taking a class with Chef Melissa...I feel like she really set the new standard in classes! Thank you for a wonderful experience, highly recommend!
Alexis
03 Oct 2024
Recently attended a Chef Melissa dumpling cooking class for my birthday,that exceeded all my expectations. The small class size fostered a warm romantic and inviting atmosphere, allowing for plenty of personal attention from Chef Melissa. She was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the art of dumpling-making, guiding us through each step with patience and enthusiasm even catering for our dietary needs. We started with the basics—before diving into various filling options. I appreciated the emphasis on both traditional techniques and creative variations. The hands-on experience was both fun and educational. I loved the opportunity to fold the dumplings, and even experiment with different shapes. The class ended with a delicious tasting session, where we enjoyed our creations alongside some homemade soup. Overall, this class was a delightful blend of culinary education and social interaction. I left feeling inspired and excited to recreate the experience at home. Highly recommend for anyone looking to learn about Chinese cuisine in a cozy setting!
Meet your chef
Chef Melissa uses cooking to bring food enthusiasts together, and to celebrate cultures and curiosities. After spending her youth in her home country of Taiwan, she worked as a food writer and spent dozens of years in Boston honing her craft alongside renowned chefs. Part story-teller, part educator, and part food and wine lover, Chef Melissa blends her Asian roots, her world travels and her love of food and culture to bring joy and inspiration to people everywhere.
