These dishes can be pared down and cooked when a simple plate of sustenance is needed. Or they can rise to the occasion when a go-all-out celebration is required. Classic recipes that are rewarding to cook will entice you into the kitchen time and time again. Learn essential French techniques that improve cooking insight and ability and will be applied Read more…

Making good pastry may seem daunting, but with expert teaching and hands on experience you’ll discover it’s not that hard after all. The skill is in knowing the secrets when handling dough and this will form the basis to successful dishes. Flaky Rough Puff, chocolate Sweet Shortcrust, and melt-in-the-mouth Savoury Shortcrust pastries are mixed, rolled and baked into delicious pies Read more…

Enjoying visiting Thai restaurants and imagine that you can make these beautiful Thai healthy dishes at home to share with your friends and family? A visit to Otao kitchen Thai cooking school is a must-do things to do in the weekend. Our 3 hour Thai cooking master class experience will include an introduction to Thai ingredients and its flavours and Read more…

The kitchen fills with the heady aroma of freshly baked bread and the anticipation grows as the time for consumption draws closer. You’ll be taken on a journey from making dough using yeast, to kneading and proving so you can create and bake these utterly delicious golden offerings. Learn a basic dough recipe and turn it into multiple shaped and Read more…

– Make your own curry pastes – 3 hour action packed but relaxed cooking session – All ingredients supplied – Apron supplied – Fully licensed NO BYO – Recipes and notes supplied – Refreshingly icy water supplied – 3 course feast of the meals prepared, we eat everything we make! Sample Menu We will make SOME of these delicious recipes, Read more…

Immerse yourself in the passion of Italian cooking in this class full of rich tradition. Learn the three ultimate culinary classics of Pasta, Pizza and Gnocchi to experience what real Italians eat! Feel the love as you knead, shape, create and consume. Buonissimo. Mix the semolina flour, eggs and salt, knead the dough until it is silky smooth, roll through Read more…

Taste the real flavour of curries made from scratch – they are worlds apart from commercial pre-mixed jars and packets. Not so hard either, you just need to know how to mix and match spices to produce stunning results, then add condiments and accompaniments for the real deal. We’ll teach you how to adjust the ‘heat’ factor to your liking Read more…

Join us for a class on Indian Home Cooking, specifically the Thali meal. The Indian Thali is not just a meal or a plate; it is, in fact, a tradition. Within the rim of the plate are many traditions handed down from one generation of cooks to the next abound. The class will talk about the thali and the culinary Read more…

Japanese food in Perth is growing in variety and its popularity is soaring. And no wonder, there are so many different styles and flavours in this wonderful cuisine. We bring you our take on Japanese favourites we have enjoyed in restaurants around town. The ones we keep going back to time and time again. Along with recipes from Matters of Read more…

Experience the diverse Vietnamese regional cooking by Otao Kitchen Vietnamese Cooking Master Class. Each region in Vietnam has its own signature street food, these classes will take some favourites like Pho and spring rolls, while you will discover how to use fresh ingredients, sweet, sour, bitter, spicy, salty and umami flavours that make Vietnamese food so alluring. HIGHLIGHTS – A Read more…

Experience more than a Korean Cooking Class for your next thing to do in Melbourne. Everyone works to make Korean recipes from scratch, and then creative energy flows while guests choose flavour combinations and ingredients to craft the best Korean dishes. Set in a Otao kitchen kitchen, our chef will showcase a variety of options when it comes to making Read more…

The popularity of Asian finger food and bowl food is trending in private parties and corporate events.These exquisite bites just look amazing and taste delicious. Join us now to make your favourite Asian finger food and canapé perfect for your next party from the most successful recreational cooking school in Melbourne. We host scheduled classes Thursday to Sunday. During our Read more…

The city that never sleeps rewards its’ residents and visiting tourists with a mind boggling array of foods twenty four seven. New York has an array of ethnic neighbourhoods to explore. Here, food fusion is organic with shared ideas and recipes in this vast and multi-cultural city. This class features some of our favourites. Momofuku Milk Bar brought us the Read more…

– Three hour hands on AND demonstrations. Group cooking class. – Fully licensed NO BYO – Tapas feast of the meals prepared! Sample Menu – Toro’s Ears – fragrant water biscuit bark with saffron and black pepper – Spiced butterbean puree with truffle oil and chorizo gravel – Chorizo and porcini croquette with saffron and verjuice mayo – Spanish belly Read more…

Baking is back! This delightful class is full of decadent mouthfuls. You’ll enjoy towering plates of sweet and savoury finger food with fine teas. A relaxed, elegant eating experience is as important to savour as the fun of cooking these delicacies. There are plenty of baking skills to be learnt as well as the social experience of enjoying the food Read more…

If your child loves to eat and have fun, you want them enrolled in our kid cooking classes. More important than having fun, your child will begin to learn fresh and healthy alternative to foods. We use all natural and healthy ingredients in every dish. Our menus are designed to introduce your child to some of their new favourite meals Read more…

What a joy to be able to use food at its’ prime to preserve and enjoy another time. There is something really satisfying about popping a lid from a jar of something you have made. Jams, chutneys, ferments or pickles. I’d even go so far to say it’s a sort of nurturing feeling and you can feel good because nothing Read more…

Master the sweet, hot, salty and sour balance and you hit the jackpot. Your confidence will grow when you discover the purpose of each ingredient in the finished dish. Make a curry paste from scratch to ensure a dish that makes your tastebuds sing, wok toss an amazing Pad Thai and immerse yourself in the flavours and texture of Mango, Read more…

In our Spanish cooking class, will explore freshest ingredients with traditional cooking techniques. Spain is a country of outstanding cultural and a special place for foods and we encourage you to have a taste of it. Discover the secrets in creating Spanish dishes while you enjoy the custom of sharing food in a relaxed way around the table. Whether you’re Read more…

The art of Yum Cha which consists of taking tea, catching up with friends and eating tasty bite-size morsels, has long been a popular Cantonese style of dining. Yum Cha culture started thousands of years ago when tea houses opened to provide traders with a well earned place of rest and some sustenance while they traveled along the Silk Road. Read more…

– 3 Hour action packed but relaxed and friendly cooking session – All ingredients and recipes supplied – Apron provided – 3 course feast of the meals prepared is included. We do eat on the run as the class is in session! – Icy refreshing water supplied. – Fully licensed NO BYO Italians are masters of understated culinary art. Their Read more…

Experience the images of intricate woven alleys of the souk which entice travellers unlocking the mystique of a rich cultural heritage. In this exciting 3 hour class be enthralled by aromas and flavours of iconic spices such as saffron, turmeric and paprika and create a selection of intoxicating dishes. Indulge in fresh pita, puffed and warm straight from the oven, Read more…

Aromatic dishes influenced by Mughals and Muslims form the foundation of elegant Northern Indian dishes. Spices are used to enhance and compliment giving colour, flavour and aroma. Flatbreads flipped on griddles, poultry pulled from smoky tandoor ovens, nuts, yoghurt and vegetables abound and combine with popular golden snacks. We have designed a menu fit for a king. Included in this Read more…

Deliciously fun, interactive and suitable for everyone. Take home a taste of Bali Cooking plus a few secret local recipes. Sampling the local culinary delights is a highlight pre-trip to Bali or revisit Bali Cooking with post-visit cooking experience. Otao Kitchen cooking school gives food lovers of all ages and experience levels the hands-on opportunity to discover secret Balinese Cooking Read more…

Friendship, love, laughter and wine are centered around a table surrounded by family and friends. The atmosphere is one of relaxed enjoyment. Take it easy… Sharing food at its best, this selection will hit the spot when entertaining crowds. Or if a small party is what you are looking for, choose your favourite recipes to serve. Sit back, share and Read more…

In our Italian cooking class, we’ll start by hand made our dough for freshly made pizza and pasta. We will be exploring all the specific fresh vegetables and herbs used in Italian cuisine why they are used as well as the ingredients to create authentic Italian cuisine. You’ll then be making an array of dishes which will embrace the joys Read more…

Chinese food has won its reputation and popularity for its exquisite cooking skill, numerous dishes and unique flavours. With thousands of years’ development and cultivation, Chinese food has formed its own culture. Chinese food culture is rooted in traditional Chinese philosophy, which means that Chinese cuisine is the reflection of the harmony and balance of nature. We offer small and Read more…

JAPANESE COOKING CLASS The food of Japan is often based on freshest seafood, seasonal vegetable and Japanese ways of simplicity. So we will present you a focus on fresh seasonal produce, prepared meticulously and presented beautifully. Japanese Inspired dining is a definitely memorable experience. Too many beautiful dishes to prepare, we will work on something you can make at home. Read more…

As the sun sets, friends meet at bars enjoying conversations, a few drinks and eating snacks brimming with flavour. This is part of Spain’s ancient cultural heritage. Discover how to create a multitude of delicious savoury dishes using classic Spanish ingredients, in the appealing Tapas, small-plate style. The class concludes with crisp sugar-crusted Churros dipped in luxurious Hot Chocolate. This Read more…

The Mexican spirit is warm and inviting; from the unspoilt beach scene on part of southern bound coastal routes, to the riot of colour and bustle in the densely populated Mexico City. To recreate the easy-going atmosphere we have designed an amazing treat of vibrant and exciting dishes that use easily accessed ingredients. Be prepared to give your taste buds Read more…

Hands-On with MasterClass. Illustrating that good, healthy food is exciting and delicious we have put together a selection of dishes that have the advantage of being gluten free and meat free. Knowing how to look after your body on the inside as well as on the outside is essential. We can’t see inside, but we can choose what to feed Read more…

It’s a celebration of all things Mexican! We’ll cover Mexico’s greatest dishes and drinks, as well as a few with a twist. Explore Mexican culinary adventure with guarantee to thrill your taste buds and senses. Short, sharp bursts of clean and varied flavours, Mexican food is perfect for gatherings of friends and family and work mates where you want the Read more…

– 3 Hour action packed but relaxed and friendly cooking session – All ingredients and recipes supplied – Apron provided – 3 course feast of the meals prepared is included. We do eat on the run as the class is in session! – Icy refreshing water supplied. – Fully licensed NO BYO Learn to create delectable textures and flavours and Read more…

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Vietnamese food with expert guidance and advice from your Master Teacher. Your taste buds will be tingling with excitement. Mix and match Vietnamese ingredients to cook and eat stunning food from one of the most delicious of Asia’s cuisines. Fresh herbs, vegetables and seasonings presented at the table to compliment dishes is pure Read more…

From the Portuguese influenced cuisine to the wonderful sweets, Indian cuisine has multiple regional variations, but is generally created by perfect spice and flavour combinations. You will learn to identify these spices, along with shopping and storing tips. You will understand about ghee, the clarified butter that is key to Indian cooking and masala spice blends. We feature Indian cooking Read more…