Japanese Cuisine – Next Level (2 Days)

Day 1 – Japanese Izakaya Favourites

Day 1 is all about comfort and everyday mastery.

These are the dishes Japanese families cook again and again – and also very popular in Izakaya (Japanese pubs), the ones people gather around, sharing stories and drinks.

Menu

• Nasu Dengaku
  Grilled aubergine with sweet miso glaze – learning heat control, miso balance, and texture.

• Agedashi Tofu
  Lightly crisp tofu in delicate dashi broth – mastering frying basics without heaviness.

• Nikujaga
  The ultimate Japanese comfort dish: simmered meat and potatoes with gentle sweetness and depth.

• Seaweed Salad
  Prepared seaweed salad with simple seasoning and proper handling.

• Steamed Japanese Rice
  Learn how to cook rice correctly every time – the foundation of Japanese meals.

• Japanese Pickles
  Simple, quick pickling methods to bring contrast and freshness to the table.

Day 2 – Japanese Home Celebration Food

On the second day, we focus on dishes traditionally prepared for joyful gatherings – birthdays, seasonal milestones, and family celebrations.

Menu

• Gomoku Temari Sushi with Egg Wrap
  Learn how to prepare and shape small bite-size sushi using a mix of vegetables and egg.

• Smoked Salmon Temari Sushi
  A modern, accessible variation that blends Japanese aesthetics with global ingredients.

• Osuimono – Clear Soup
  How to prepare a traditional Japanese clear soup using simple ingredients.

• Japanese-Style Salad with Sesame Dressing
  A Japanese-style salad served with a gently nutty sesame dressing.

• Matcha Mousse
  A refined yet simple dessert that brings calm sweetness and a beautiful finish to the meal.

Please note

Please bring a tea towel and an apron.

You are welcome to bring your own drinks (including alcohol, if you wish), and a plastic container to take home any leftovers.