Join Foodstory’s Ramen Run Down in Los Angeles to master tonkotsu broth and fresh noodles. Create your perfect bowl of ramen in this fun, hands-on cooking adventure!
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; involves standing and moderate movement in a kitchen environment.
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History
Ramen is a beloved Japanese dish that gained popularity in the US through Los Angeles’ vibrant food scene, reflecting a blend of culinary cultures.
Conservation
Foodstory emphasizes sustainable sourcing of ingredients and minimizing kitchen waste as part of their culinary ethic.
Foodstory
Join Foodstory’s Ramen Run Down in Los Angeles to master tonkotsu broth and fresh noodles. Create your perfect bowl of ramen in this fun, hands-on cooking adventure!
Foodstory is a Los Angeles, California business that offers hands-on Japanese cooking classes and guided market tours.
Classes focus on practical techniques and authentic recipes drawn from Japanese culinary traditions.
Ramen Run Down: Tonkotsu & Chicken is a three-hour workshop that teaches how to make rich tonkotsu soup, noodles from scratch using the traditional foot-stomping method, and toppings such as chashu and soft‑boiled eggs.
Japanese Bento Box is a three-hour course on crafting Japanese-style bento boxes, including recipes like teriyaki-stuffed meat, karaage, and onigiri for visually appealing and portable meals.
Cooking & Tasting Tour at Japanese Markets is a four-hour experience in Little Tokyo that begins at Marukai Market, features discovery of over 100 Japanese food products, and continues with a guided tour followed by hands-on cooking of dishes like okonomiyaki and gyoza.
The Secrets of Japanese Seafood covers selection, cleaning, and filleting of fish while emphasizing a no-waste philosophy; participants prepare dishes such as sashimi and fishermen’s soup without oil.
Japanese Breakfast is a 2.5-hour class that teaches traditional breakfast recipes, including grilled fish, tamago-yaki, and miso soup.
Izakaya: Japanese Bar foods is a three-hour class focused on small plates like teriyaki chicken, savory pancakes, and sashimi suited to casual entertaining.
All offerings are presented in Los Angeles and are designed as immersive, time-bound experiences for home cooks and food enthusiasts. Class durations range from 2.5 to 4 hours, allowing concentrated instruction on recipes, market sourcing, knife work, and traditional preparation techniques used in each session and guided tasting.
Location
Los Angeles, CA
Classes held in Los Angeles
Tours Offered
6 Experiences
Ramen, bento, market tours, more
Typical Duration
2.5–4 hours
Short, focused hands-on sessions
Cuisine Focus
Japanese Cooking
Ramen, seafood, bento, izakaya
Find available dates for ramen, bento, market tours, seafood, breakfast, and izakaya classes and book a hands-on session online today.
Wear comfortable shoes
You’ll be standing and moving around the kitchen for several hours, so comfortable footwear is a must.
Bring an appetite
Prepare to enjoy the delicious ramen you make—this is as much about tasting as it is cooking.
Arrive on time
The class follows a detailed flow, so prompt arrival ensures you get the full experience without disruptions.
Ask questions freely
The instructors encourage curiosity—don’t hesitate to ask about techniques or ingredients.
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Protect your feet and stay comfortable during the hands-on cooking session.
Apron (provided or personal)
Helps keep your clothes clean throughout the cooking process.
Notebook and pen
Great for jotting down recipes, tips, and techniques during the class.
Reusable water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months in a kitchen setting.
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