easy
2–3 hours
No specific fitness level required; suitable for beginners and casual home cooks
Discover the art of handmade noodles and dumplings in Berkeley with Chef Sara. This hands-on cooking class blends tradition with warmth, offering a tasty and immersive culinary adventure you won’t forget.
Berkeley • Sun, Nov 16
Join Chef Sara for a cozy, hands-on cooking class where you'll master the art of flavorful noodles and dumplings. Enjoy a delicious menu featuring wonton soup and sesame garlic noodles, while learning valuable culinary skills. Experience a warm, inviting atmosphere and indulge in the dishes you create alongside fellow food enthusiasts.
3 hours
Berkeley Kitchen - 1509 Shattuck Ave. Berkeley, CA 94709.
Is there anything more cozy than a warm bowl of noodles? Join Chef Sara for this feast of flavorful noodles and dumplings that will give you the skills to make these hearty bowls all season.
Each class will begin with a lecture from the chef about the day’s theme and recipes. After this introduction, the group will break up into smaller teams, and start working on the recipes in the class menu. A snack will be served at the beginning of class, and you will be eating the dishes you make at the end of class. You are welcome to eat as much as you’d like in class, though unfortunately, our zoning permit does not allow us to have students take food home.
• Masks are optional • COVID protocols are subject to change to reflect local and state mandates.
• Closed-toed shoes are mandatory. High heels, open toed shoes, sandals, flip flops are NOT allowed in the kitchen. • Shoulder-length hair or longer needs to be worn back and away from your face; we have plenty of hair ties in the kitchen for you to use and keep. • Feel free to bring a favorite apron or a knife you want to practice with but know that we will supply aprons and all the tools you need for use during class.
Please take a look at the class menu. If you think you might be allergic to anything on the menu, please indicate it on your class registration and if you have a concern, get in touch and we can double check the ingredient list classes@kitchenonfire.com.
We whole-heartedly invite class participants (who are 21 and older) to bring any wine or beer they would like to enjoy during class for personal consumption. Kitchen on Fire employees cannot open or serve beverages you bring into the kitchen. We cannot sell or distribute alcohol and we uphold ABC regulations. No minor can drink and we cannot have intoxicated students attending a class.
Chef Sara has been in the culinary industry for the last 25 years. She has been hosting cooking classes for two decades. Her teaching style is very simple, and her cooking classes are very informative. Students go home with tons of knowledge about Different spices and how to use them to balance out flavors. Chef Sara will also give lots of tips about what to look for when buying ingredients for your recipes. Chef Sara is charismatic, friendly, and fun to be with. Come join her class to learn how to cook delicious meals with some helpful techniques.
Come prepared for hands-on activity and tasting multiple dishes in an intimate kitchen environment.
You’ll be working with dough and sauces, so dress accordingly to stay comfortable and tidy during the class.
Chef Sara can accommodate some dietary needs if informed beforehand—be sure to communicate allergies or preferences.
You’ll likely want to take home some of your delicious creations—pack a small box or container for easy transport.
Berkeley has long been a center for food innovation, blending global cuisines with local, sustainable sourcing practices since the ’60s.
Chef Sara emphasizes using fresh, locally sourced ingredients to support community farmers and reduce environmental impact.
Protect your clothing while working with flour and sauces in the kitchen.
Useful for jotting down Chef Sara’s recipes and tips during the class.
You’ll be standing and moving around the kitchen for a couple of hours.
Bring something to take home any leftover noodles or dumplings.