Sat, 03 Aug
|Japaneasy
Nerikiri Experience Workshop (Beginner)
Booking opens 12 Noon Wed 3 July! Learn about Japanese confectionery (wagashi) and make your own beautiful creations during this unique and hands-on class at the Japaneasy Culture Workshop Matsuri 2024!
Time & Location
03 Aug 2024, 11:00 am – 12:30 pm AEST
Japaneasy, L1/183 Exhibition St, Melbourne VIC 3000
About the event
In this fun, unique and hands-on 90 minute BEGINNER class at the wonderful Japaneasy, you will create beautiful nerikiri, a class of Japanese confectionery (wagashi) provided in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony. Almost too beautiful to eat, nerikiri are designed to engage all your senses!
You will learn about key ingredients such as sweet bean paste (anko), and how to use tools and techiniques to create beautiful seasonal wagashi that you can take home to enjoy with matching green tea.
Come on a journey with us to an often overlooked part of Japanese cuisine and enjoy all the festivities at Japaneasy!
Note:
- Minako Asai is your instructor, and this class will learn techniques using a traditional tool "Sankakubou".
- Our sweets are all plant based, gluten-free, dairy-free and egg-free, but do advise if you have any allergies.
- Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the start of the class.
DATE:
Saturday 3 August 11:00am-12:30pm - 9 seats
PRICE
$95.00 pp
WHAT TO BRING
- All materials are provided and you will not make nerikiri dough during the class.
SUITABLE FOR
- Beginner Skill Level - for those new to Japanese confectionery and are looking for a new experience! Recommended for ages 13 and up. Those under 16 need to be accompanied by a paying adult.
ABOUT THE VENUE:
We are pleased to be a part of the Japaneasy Culture Workshop Matsuri 2024!