What You'll Learn
By the end of the class, you will:
- Know how to select flours to achieve a specific noodle texture and flavor
- Understand how to cut and cook a variety of noodles shapes
- Be able to prepare simple, traditional sauces for showcasing handmade noodles
About This Class
Learn how to make two of Northern China’s much-loved noodle dishes from scratch. You’ll work with wheat starch and rice flour to make silken, shimmering Sichuan liangpi “cold-skin” noodles. For toothsome dao xiao mian from Shaanxi, you’ll practice shaving noodles straight into the cooking water, while also learning alternative methods of cutting and stretching the versatile dough.
A spicy, chilled sauce and a comforting, convenient soup broth highlight the rich flavors of these regional specialties.
Menu
Chilled Noodles with Wheat Gluten & Black Vinegar Sauce and Dao Xiao Mian: Knife-Cut Noodles with Beef & Bok Choy
Details
- Wine included
- Full meal served in class
- Work in teams
- Ages 18+
FAQ
The average duration of our current cooking classes is 2 hours, which is predominately hands-on work. You will be standing for the majority of class, cooking at your work station as your instructor demonstrates techniques and walks around providing individual feedback.
Due to COVID-19 regulations, we can not have students congregate in the building before class starts. Doors will open 5 minutes prior to class starting and we will begin promptly on time. Students will be asked to queue up outside the door of the school, safely distanced (sidewalks are clearly marked) and will be let in the school just before class begins.
Please arrive at the school with your own mask on. You will be given a new, disposable mask to wear in class to ensure what you have on hasn’t been contaminated prior to entering SFCS. We will have extras available should you need one while at school.
Wear comfortable clothes and close-toed shoes (remember, you’ll be on your feet cooking). The kitchens at SFCS are fully equipped with everything else you need, including clean aprons.
Due to COVID-19 regulations, we will not be serving food or drinks during class, We will, however, be sending you home with both ingredients and finished food items so you can enjoy them later, and practice as well.
Wear casual clothing you can easily move around in, and comfortable close-toed shoes. Long hair must be pulled back and masks, provided by SFCS, are required while in the building.
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Thy Tran
Thy has been writing, teaching, cooking and eating in the San Francisco area for over 20 years. She has worked in restaurants, co-authored award-winning cookbooks, contributed to national food magazines, and consulted for a wide range of nonprofits on issues of food, culture, and health.