Flavors of Thailand

$165 per person

What You'll Learn

By the end of the class, you will:

  • Know the basic ingredients of the Thai pantry, both produce and dry goods
  • Be able to make your own homemade curry paste
  • Know how to season food “Thai-style”, using fish sauce, chiles, and lime juice

About This Class

Hot, Sour, Salty, Sweet…Thai dishes are balanced with these flavors, no matter what the region of the country. In this class, we’ll walk through this approach to cooking the native foods of Thailand. You will learn some of the key recipes of the cuisine using homemade curry pastes, spicy chilies, lime juice, fish sauce, coconut milk, and palm sugar. Once your Thai pantry is stocked at home, you might be surprised how simple it is to make a homemade menu of your favorites right in your own kitchen.

Menu

From scratch Yellow and Green Curry Pastes; Yellow Curry with Chicken and Potatoes (Gang Garee Gai); Green Curry Prawns (Ghang Keow Wan Goong);  Thai Beef Salad (Yum Nuer); Pumpkin and Tofu Red Curry; Green Papaya Salad (Som Tom); Eggplant with Shallots and Thai Herbs; and of course, the classic Tom Kha Gai – Lemongrass Coconut Milk Soup with Chicken.  (NOTE: This class is not appropriate for vegetarians)

Details

  • Wine included
  • Full meal served in class
  • Work in teams
  • Suitable for gluten-free

FAQ

What is the format of a typical cooking class?

The average duration of our cooking classes is 4 hours, and they are broken down into three segments: Introductory lecture or demo, hands-on cooking, and eating.

The class will begin with a short discussion or demo from your instructor. After, you can expect to work either on a team or individually to prepare the class menu. As a group, your class will prepare the selected menu in its entirety. In most classes, not every student will make every dish.

Learning happens throughout the class, and your instructor will often call out key techniques as they happen in each recipe.

Most classes conclude by sitting down as a group to eat what you’ve prepared, followed by a discussion of each recipe. You will leave with a copy of the recipe packet and a working knowledge of every dish that was made so you can recreate them at home.

When should I arrive for my class?

Doors open 15 minutes before the class start time.

What do I need to bring with me to class?

You do not need to bring anything with you to class, unless otherwise noted in the class description. The kitchens at SFCS are fully equipped and aprons, recipes, equipment, food and wine are all provided for you. 

Do I need to eat before class?

In most classes, you will be sitting down to eat a complete meal that you have prepared along with your classmates. Since this typically occurs towards the end of the class period, an appetizer or small plate is usually prepared early on in class. However, you’re welcome to additionally have a snack before you arrive or bring one with you.

Please note, for our Baking & Pastry classes, a light meal will be provided for you.

What should I wear to class?

We suggest wearing casual clothing you can easily move around in, and highly recommend wearing comfortable closed-toe shoes. Long hair should be pulled back.

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Cancellation Policy

Any cancellation up to two weeks prior to your class start date will be refunded 100%. Cancellations up to 5 days before your class start date will qualify for an online credit to be applied to another class. No refunds or credits will be issued for cancellations received less than 5 days before your class start date, however, you may always send a friend in your place if you’re unable to attend.

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