Regional Asian Menus

$835 per person

Instructor

Alexander Ong

What You'll Learn

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About This Class

If you love Asian flavors as much as we do, this class will be your virtual vacation to some of the best food you can imagine. Chef Alex will introduce you to a huge variety of produce, pantry items, cooking methods, and techniques, some unique to specific cuisines while others cross borders and get used again and again.

You’ll spend each week focusing on a specific cuisine, starting the day exploring the ingredients and recipes, then diving in to cook a variety of dishes with Chef Alex by your side. You’ll sit down to eat what you’ve made, and do the same thing again the next week as you “travel” to a new country.

Having spent much of his life living in Asia, and cooking some of San Francisco’s most notable Asian food, Chef Alex is an incredible guide for this culinary journey.

Menu

Week 1: India

Roti Pratha with Curried Lentil Dhaal, Chicken Tikka Masala, Biryani Rice

 

Week 2: Thailand

Issan Pork Sausage, Green Curry Fish, Green Papaya Salad

 

Week 3: Malaysia & Singapore

Hainan Chicken Rice, Chili Crab, Teh Tarik (Malaysian Pulled Tea)
Week 4: Vietnam

Shaking Beef, Banh Xeo (Vietnamese Rice Crepe), Caramelized Claypot Pork
Week 5: China

Tea-smoked Duck Breast with Scallion Bread, Hunan Dry-Fried Chicken Wings

 

Week 6: Japan

Scallop Tartare with Citrus Ponzu, Beef, Chicken and Seafood Yakitori Skewers with Tare Glaze, Mochi with Palm Sugar and Coconut

Details

  • Wine included
  • Full meal served in class
  • Work in teams
  • Six-session series

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.

What happens if I can’t make it to one of the classes in a series?

If you can’t make it to a class in a three, five or six-week series, you are welcome to send a friend in your place. Please notify us if a friend will be taking your spot.
Unfortunately, due to the small size of our classes, we do not offer make-up classes for missed sessions in a series.

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Cancellation Policy

Requests for refund: Any cancellation up to two weeks prior to your class start date will be refunded 100%.
Requests for credit: Cancellations after two weeks but up to 5 days before your class start date will qualify for an online credit to be applied to another class. Refunds are not offered at this point.
Requests to reschedule: If you would like to reschedule a class date, simply submit a request to cancel in your account and write us a short note. After we make the change we will contact you with more details. Requests to reschedule are not permitted for classes that fall within the No Refund/No Credit timeframe. 
No Refund/No Credit: No refunds or credits will be issued for cancellations received less than 5 days before your class start date (the class date and any weekend days are included in the 5 days count). You can always send a friend in your place if you’re unable to attend.
Please note: Cancellation requests made the day of class are not eligible for a refund or credit, no exceptions. 
View our full cancellation policy

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