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Spice Mastery Workshop: Explore the Art of Homemade Flavors

2024-11-21 18:00:00 2024-11-21 20:00:00 America/New_York Spice Mastery Workshop: Explore the Art of Homemade Flavors Embark on a flavorful journey in the Spice Mastery Workshop, where you'll delve into the fascinating world of homemade spice blends. Main Library - Creativity Lab (Children's Library)

Thursday, November 21
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-21 18:00:00 2024-11-21 20:00:00 America/New_York Spice Mastery Workshop: Explore the Art of Homemade Flavors Embark on a flavorful journey in the Spice Mastery Workshop, where you'll delve into the fascinating world of homemade spice blends. Main Library - Creativity Lab (Children's Library)

Main Library

Creativity Lab (Children's Library)

Embark on a flavorful journey in the Spice Mastery Workshop, where you'll delve into the fascinating world of homemade spice blends.

A hands-on class is designed for spice enthusiasts, home cooks, and culinary adventurers eager to elevate their dishes to new heights.

This workshop is led by Tom Otieno, chef and owner of Jikoni Toledo, a food truck and catering company serving East African fare. Otieno, a native of Kenya, will share that Jikoni means “kitchen” in Swahili as he offers tips for your own home kitchen...

What You'll Learn:

- Essential Spice Knowledge: Discover the origins, properties, and unique characteristics of a variety of spices from around the world.

- Flavor Pairings: Explore the science behind flavor combinations and learn how to enhance the taste profiles of your dishes.

- Cultural Influences: Gain insights into how different cultures use spices in their cuisines, unlocking a world of culinary diversity.

 

Hands-On Experience:

- Art of Blending: Master the art of creating custom spice blends tailored to your taste preferences and culinary creations.

- Tasting Sessions: Engage your senses in tasting sessions to understand the nuances and balance of flavors.

 

What's Included:

- All necessary ingredients and materials for the workshop.

- Recipe handouts and spice blending guides for future reference.

- Q&A session with our experienced instructor to address your spice-related queries.

 

Who Should Attend:

- Food enthusiasts passionate about exploring new culinary techniques and expand their flavor repertoire.

- Home cooks seeking to enhance their dishes with homemade spice blends.

 

Join Tom Otieno of Jikoni Toledo for an unforgettable experience that will ignite your creativity, expand your palate, and empower you to infuse every dish with tantalizing flavors. Spice up your culinary journey with us!

 

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Cooking/Food/Gardening |

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