Is the class suitable for beginners?

Absolutely! No prior cooking experience is necessary; Chef Sara guides everyone through each step.

Are ingredients provided?

Yes, all ingredients and cooking tools are included in the class fee.

Can I customize the dishes?

While the class follows authentic recipes, you are welcome to ask about personalizing your dishes.

Do I get to take home what I cook?

Participants enjoy tasting during the class; some recipes can be packed to take home, depending on the dish.

Is there a minimum group size?

Yes, the class typically requires a minimum of 2 participants to run.

Are dietary restrictions accommodated?

Please inform us in advance; accommodations can usually be made for dietary needs.

Culinary Adventure & Burmese Cuisine with Chef Sara

Located in the vibrant culinary scene of the local area, the Tour of Burma with Chef Sara offers an engaging journey through the bold flavors of Burmese cuisine. This 3-hour cooking class is perfect for food lovers eager to expand their palate and cooking skills in a lively setting. Under the guidance of Chef Sara, participants will craft traditional dishes such as Khowsay and Burmese Eggplant, gaining hands-on experience with authentic techniques that bring these flavors to life. The class emphasizes collaboration, making it ideal for groups, couples, or solo diners looking to immerse themselves in a cultural culinary experience.

What sets this experience apart is its lively, approachable environment where guests can learn about Burmese ingredients and cooking methods while enjoying delicious snacks and the opportunity to taste their creations. The local kitchen atmosphere fuels a sense of community and curiosity, making it more than a cooking class—it's a cultural exchange. Located conveniently in the area's bustling cooking class scene, this experience provides a genuine taste of Burma, highlighting regional ingredients like turmeric, eggplant, and aromatic spices.

Chef Sara’s expertise ensures that each participant leaves with new skills and a deeper appreciation for this complex cuisine. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or new to culinary adventures, the class is designed to be fun, educational, and engaging. Ideal for those interested in food history, flavor profiles, or simply a new way to spend an afternoon, this tour transforms dining into a memorable, hands-on experience that sparks curiosity and appetite alike.

About Kitchen on Fire

Kitchen on Fire is a hands-on cooking school and event producer that offers a broad calendar of culinary workshops, multi-week series, camps, and virtual classes. The school presents technique-driven, chef-led experiences ranging from single-session workshops to 12-week fundamentals courses. Classes focus on regional cuisines, baking, pastry, vegetarian and seasonal cooking — examples include Italian pasta and breads, Indian and Burmese dishes, Middle Eastern street food, Mexican and Latin specialties, and classic bistro techniques.

Chef-led offerings feature named instructors and visiting chefs, with programs such as multi-week Basics of Cooking series, themed nights like A Night in Florence and A Night in Rome, specialized workshops including ricotta and doughnuts, and seasonal pie and baking classes. Kitchen on Fire also runs teen camps, school-break day camps, and virtual workshops to reach learners at different levels and schedules.

Instruction emphasizes hands-on practice, practical skills like knife work and recipe fundamentals, and communal dining of the dishes created during class. Many classes run three hours or longer; multi-week series provide progressive skill development. In addition to in-person workshops, the organization publishes virtual classes and instructional series led by its roster of chefs.

Kitchen on Fire’s program diversity — from single-session craft workshops to immersive multi-week courses and teen camps — reflects a commitment to accessible, skill-focused culinary education. The school’s transparent class descriptions, named instructors, and recurring series offer prospective students clear expectations and opportunities to build lasting cooking skills. Class sizes vary to prioritize engagement, hands-on practice, and personalized instructor feedback for students.