Cake Shoppe Confessions – Zest for Life Join us in this hands-on workshop where Pastry Chef Thanh will confess his secrets to baking, filling and frosting the perfect cake. You will learn the importance of creaming the ingredients, how to bake even, fluffy cake layers and tips to decorating like a pro. You’ll bake Zesty Lemon Cake with Lemon Curd Filling Swiss Meringue Buttercream Each student will take home their own sweet creation – a 6” triple layered cake filled and frosted to perfection to share.
Souped Up Soup Dumplings Are you a fan of soup dumplings and like to live life on the edge? In this souped-up dumpling class where we’ll take the traditional pork and ginger soup dumpling then level up with vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia. Chef Thanh Tang will give you step by step instructions for simmering a flavorful and rounded stock, discuss herbs and spices commonly used Asian cooking and share the philosophy of Asian cuisine. In this hands-on class, you will gain a wide range of skills as you make the delicate wrappers then roll, fill and crimp your dumplings using proper traditional techniques. We’ll end this class on a cozy note as you sit down to enjoy your handcrafted soup dumplings filled with flavorful Chicken Tum Yum, hearty Beef Pho, and Pork and Ginger…fresh from the steamer.In this hands on class you will make and plate your own Pork and Ginger Xiao Long Bao Beef Pho Chicken Tum Yum
The Northern Chinese Table While stir-frying is considered essential in Cantonese/Southern style Chinese cooking, Northern style emphasizes techniques beyond the wok. In this hands-on, interactive class you will sharpen your knife skills while you roast, poach, pan-fry and eat your way through Northern Chinese dishes. Join Chef Thanh Tang. and others in learning the art of roasting a succulent duck and crafting toothsome duck fat pancakes. Experience the theatrics of sizzling rice soup and indulge in the freshness of cold sesame noodles. In this class you make and enjoy this menu: 鍋巴汤 Sizzling Rice Soup 麻醬麵 Cold Sesame Noodles with Shredded Chicken 北平烤鴨Peking Style Roasted Duck Breast 單餅 Duck Fat Pancakes
The French Bakery – Croissants Learn the art of making croissants at home! Pastry Chef Thanh Tang will take you step-by-step through the croissant making process. Your guests will be left wondering if you took a quick trip to France for them! In this hands-on class, you will make the détrempe and beurrage, then learn how to properly shape, fill and bake to achieve flaky, delicate croissants. Topics and techniques explored in this class include dough composition and lamination, yeast fermentation, gluten development and flavor formation. Recipes in this class include: Croissant Dough Master Recipe (Butter) Pain au Chocolat (Chocolate) Croissant au Jambon (Ham and Cheese) You’ll take home baked croissants from dough the chef pre-made that you shape, and the prepared dough you made to shape – bake the next day or freeze for future use.
Teens at Whisk – Passport to the Far East – 5 Day Camp This 5-day camp is designed for teens, ages 13 and up. MONDAY, June 24th – FRIDAY June 28th From 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Everyday Join this engaging teen cooking series and take a trip across the Pacific into the Far East. Learn about five countries and the flavors that make each region unique. In this hands-on session, Chef Thanh Tang will teach you about the Asian ingredients that make up these countries’ flavor profiles, while expanding your palate and knowledge. Each day will include a bit of geography, history and culture. Take your taste buds on this amazing trip! Monday – China 叉燒 – Char Siu Pork Skewers 素炒面 – Vegetable Chow Mein 鲜虾云吞 – Shrimp Wonton SoupTuesday – Japan みそ汁 – Miso Soup 寿司 – Sushi 天ぷら – TempuraWednesday – Korea 잡채 – Jab Che Noodles 김치 볶음밥 – Kim Chi Fried Rice 불고기 – Bulgogi BeefThursday – Thailand ผัดไทย – Pad Thai ต้มยำ – Tum Yum Soup ลาบหมู – Minced Pork SaladFriday – Vietnam Gỏi Cuốn – Fresh Spring Rolls Cơm Tấm Sườn Nướng – Broken Rice with Grilled Lemongrass Pork Bò Lúc Lắc – Shaking Beef All classes are taught by a culinary professional with 2 adult assistants. Classes are designed for students 13 to 18 years old. No prior cooking experience is required, just an interest to learn. For safety reasons, please tie long hair back and wear closed-toed shoes. Allergies or dietary restrictions may be accommodated – just let us know upon registration.
The Art of Sushi Have you ever wanted to make sushi but didn’t know where to start? In our Art of Sushi Workshop, Chef Thanh Tang will show you the proper tools and processes to make Nigiri, Maki, and Uramaki style sushi at home. We will discuss the best ingredients, where to shop and what combinations work best. Learn all the how-to’s from Asian expert, Chef Thanh Tang so you can customize your sushi-making at home. You will be greeted with a bowl of hot Miso Soup and 7-flavor Edamame and your choice of beer, wine or sake. Then you will get your hands busy, rolling and forming; Shrimp and Mango Maki Rolls Crab and Avocado Rolls Spicy Tuna Nigiri Surprise Dessert by the Chef
More Dumplings, Dumpling?? Learn more about dumpling folding, filings and pleating. Asian dumplings are a very versatile vehicle for juicy meats and savory vegetables. In this, in-depth, hands on class you will learn the difference between Cantonese and Shanghai style dumplings. Let Chef Thanh Tang teach you how to make three different kinds of dumpling wrappers, and fillings (pork, shrimp and vegetable) while learning the proper techniques of folding and pleating dumplings. All shared with a side of spicy green beans and a glass of Sake! You will gain a range of skills from the basic understanding of Chinese ingredients to all the proper dough work. In this class you will make and enjoy with wine, beer or sake Pork Wontons with Chili Oil Steamed Vegetable Dumpling Pan Fried Shrimp and Chive Dumplings Spicy Stir Fried Green Beans
Souped Up Soup Dumplings Are you a fan of soup dumplings and like to live life on the edge? In this souped-up dumpling class where we’ll take the traditional pork and ginger soup dumpling then level up with vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia. Chef Thanh Tang will give you step by step instructions for simmering a flavorful and rounded stock, discuss herbs and spices commonly used Asian cooking and share the philosophy of Asian cuisine. In this hands-on class, you will gain a wide range of skills as you make the delicate wrappers then roll, fill and crimp your dumplings using proper traditional techniques. We’ll end this class on a cozy note as you sit down to enjoy your handcrafted soup dumplings filled with flavorful Chicken Tum Yum, hearty Beef Pho, and Pork and Ginger…fresh from the steamer.In this hands on class you will make and plate your own Pork and Ginger Xiao Long Bao Beef Pho Chicken Tum Yum
The Thai Kitchen – 4 Course Dinner Have you ever wanted to make Thai food but didn’t know where to begin. If so, this hands-on class is for you! Chef Thanh Tang will teach you how to grill, stir fry and stew your way through four Thai mainstays where you will incorporate the vibrant flavors of Thai chilies, basil, coconut, curry and lemongrass. Your Thai culinary journey will begin by making lemongrass pork satay skewers which are a popular street food. Next you will hone your stir fry skills while making both a vegetable and rice dish. You will complete your meal with a curry that is both bold and rich with classic Thai ingredients. Lemongrass Pork Satay Skewers Stir-fried Green Beans with Shitake Mushrooms and Quail Eggs Chicken Eggplant Curry Pineapple Cashew Fried Rice