Japanese Cooking Class at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
No special physical fitness required; participants stand and move at a gentle pace.
Overview
Step into the buzz of London’s Oxford Street and master the art of Japanese cooking in a lively, hands-on class at The Jamie Oliver Cookery School. Learn to create iconic dishes like miso soup and gyoza, then enjoy your feast at the chef’s table with a drink in hand.
Japanese Feast @ Oxford Street
A riot of flavour and colour
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About This Adventure
Immerse yourself in the flavors of Japan with this hands-on cooking class. Master the art of miso soup, gyoza, and nasu dengaku while honing your knife skills. Enjoy a delightful feast at the chef’s table, complete with a complimentary drink and a digital recipe pack to recreate the experience at home.
Rustle up an eclectic, utterly delicious mix of dishes from across Japan in this unforgettable class. From an umami-packed miso soup and velvety soft nasu dengaku to outrageously good gyoza and sticky rice, this is a feast for all the senses.
Duration
2 hours
What you’ll do:
- Rustle up miso soup using traditional dashi powder, kombu and premium dried shiitake mushrooms.
- Sharpen your knife skills by creating next-level garnishes: perfectly diced silken tofu, thinly sliced spring onion and wakame.
- Transform a humble aubergine into nasu dengaku – an outrageously silky, sticky bake.
- Get to grips with gyoza. Learn the secret to creating a flavour-packed dumpling filling, fold and shape your own gyozas, then fry for crispy bottoms before steaming to perfection.
- Perfect a ponzu dipping sauce and learn the art of balancing flavour.
- Unlock the secrets to creating Japanese-style sticky rice.
- Take a seat at our chef’s table to tuck into your Japanese feast.
What you’ll eat & drink:
- Traditional dashi
- Lip-smacking miso soup
- Aromatic pork, prawn & cabbage gyoza
- Next-level nasu dengaku
- Miso, sake & mirin glaze
- Ponzu dipping sauce
- Japanese-style sticky rice
- A complimentary glass of bubbles on arrival (or a soft drink, if you prefer)
- Water is provided throughout and you’re welcome to purchase wine, beer, spirits & mixers, cocktails and softs from our drinks menu.
What to expect:
- All ingredients, equipment and aprons will be provided.
- Easy-to-follow demos, led by our expert teaching chef.
- You’ll work in pairs to recreate the dishes at your cooking stations.
- Tuck into your Japanese feast around our chef's table (or pack a box to take home, if you prefer).
- A digital recipe pack with everything you need to recreate the magic at home.
Additional info
- You don’t have to be part of a pair to book. If you’re flying solo, you may be paired up with another person.
- The duration of the class includes teaching demos and hands-on cooking, as well as time to tuck into delicious dishes at our chef’s table.
- Only those who are actively taking part in a class are permitted at the Cookery School. Sadly, we are unable to accommodate spectators or provide a waiting area for friends and family.
Adventure Tips
Arrive on time
The class runs for two hours and begins promptly; arriving early ensures you won’t miss the knife skills demonstration.
Wear comfortable clothing
Light, casual clothes and closed-toe shoes are recommended since you’ll be standing and moving around the kitchen.
Bring an appetite
The dishes you prepare culminate in a filling meal, but come hungry to enjoy every sample and tasting portion.
No spectators allowed
Only participants actively engaged in the cooking experience may attend; friends and family should plan alternative nearby activities.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Urban pigeons common along Oxford Street
- Sparrows frequenting nearby parks and plazas
History
Oxford Street has been a major commercial thoroughfare in London since the 19th century, evolving into a hub of shopping and dining culture.
Conservation
The Jamie Oliver Cookery School emphasizes sustainable cooking practices, sourcing ingredients responsibly to reduce food waste.
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Recommended Gear
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet and stay comfortable while standing during the class.
Apron
Provided by the school, but bringing your own can add personal comfort.
Notebook or device
Useful for taking extra notes beyond the digital recipe pack.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the cooking session.
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