Tofu Shop Visit & Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto with Rita
Your local host Rita will give you an exciting introduction to authentic Japanese cuisine, starting with a brief tour of a tofu shop that was established 90 years ago! She will talk you through the process of how tofu is made from soy beans and describe the variety of products that can be made from tofu (please note that you will not see the entire process of making tofu, because the manufacturing starts early in the morning).
After your introduction to tofu, Rita will take you upstairs for your Japanese cooking class. You will have the opportunity to help prepare and taste the unique ingredients and seasonings that form the foundation of Japanese cuisine. Your cooking lesson with last about an hour and a half before you sit down together to enjoy the meal you helped prepare over a fun conversation with Rita.
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Cooking class and lunch
Tofu tour, cooking and lunch: Tofu tour, cooking lesson and lunch with your host Rita
What's included in Tofu Shop Visit & Japanese Cooking Class in Kyoto with Rita
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Begin your introduction to authentic Japanese cuisine with a short tour of a 90-year-old tofu shop. Rita talks you through the process of how tofu is made from soy beans and describes the variety of products that can be made from tofu (please note that you will not see the entire process of making tofu because the manufacturing starts early in the morning). Next, join Rita upstairs for your hands-on Japanese cooking class. Rita is passionate about sharing Washoku, the skills, knowledge and traditions involved in preparing traditional Japanese cuisine. She uses fresh, seasonal vegetables in her cooking to make delicious, well-balanced, and nutritious dishes. Learn to prepare and taste the unique ingredients and seasonings that form the foundation of Japanese cuisine. Learn to make dashi, the foundation of many Japanese dishes and use it as the base for your miso soup. Your cooking lesson with last about an hour and a half before you sit down together to enjoy the meal you helped prepared over fun conversation. You will go home with recipes in English for the dishes you learned, leaving you well-prepared to recreate a satisfying, authentic, and home cooked Japanese meal back home.
Food Menu
STARTER - Miso soup
MAIN - Teriyaki of fatty Buri (yellowtail) fish
MAIN - Chirashi-sushi
STARTER - Vegetable sides
Inclusions
- Private tofu shop visit , cooking lesson and meal
- Gratuities
- Local beer (1-2 glasses)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Menu may vary depending on the season
- If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Private, personalized experience
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Meet Rita at her tofu shop where you will have your cooking experience.
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Ticket Redemption
Address: 〒603-8112 京都府京都市北区小山元町２ (2 Koyama Motomachi, Kita Ward, Kyoto, 603-8112, Japan) Meeting Instructions: Meet Rita at the Tofu shop where you will have your cooking experience. Here is a Google Maps link to the location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wkKXurEPBB1exJ7m8 Host name: Ritsuko (Rita) Taniguchi Phone: +81 90 1672 5525 Email: [email protected] -- Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at [email protected] if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above. We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!
