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SPICY STEVE'S FULL MEAL DEAL
How many cooking classes provide you with an intimate and leisurely
full 6-course gourmet Asian meal and send you home very pleasantly stuffed,
entertained and educated?
At SPICY STEVE'S ASIAN COOKING CLASSES, your intimate culinary dining
adventures are served up among a small group of up to 14 Asian food
lovers. (This is not one of those sit with 30 people and watch the
guy on the podium with the overhead mirror and try a few samples.)
Join award winning TV Chef Spicy Steve Sorko and Tasty Trish
in their North Vancouver home kitchen and relax with a pot of Asian
tea while they show you all the ingredients, and discuss the shopping
tips and cultural background of your chosen cuisine. In this intimate
atmosphere among a small group, there is lots of casual and social interaction
and plenty of time for questions. If you want to know the short cuts
for tasty meals in a hurry, ingredient substitutes, or just where to
buy the best or more exotic ingredients, then Spicy Steve and Tasty
Trish will provide the answers.
This introduction is followed by a delicious progressive meal as Spicy
Steve and Tasty Trish take you through the cooking steps and technique
of preparing each exotic recipe one at a time, returning to the dining
table to savour and discuss each dish on its own merit. This whole culinary
adventure takes around 4 hours on select Saturdays and week nights.
Sounds long but that's only because everyone has such a good time and
we never like to rush our guests. We charge a little more than some
other cooking classes, however, our participants feel the value and
experience provided makes it worth every penny. You will meet a lot
of repeat clientele who come back time and again after they discover
the uniqueness and good value of our culinary adventures. It's a
fun filled cooking class and intimate dining experience all rolled into
one. Check out the comments of some of our past attendees further
on. And don't be afraid to come on your own as it will feel like a dinner
party among good friends by the time you leave.
Also please note "SPICY" does not mean "HOT".
"HOT" is only one of the basic five taste elements that can
make up "SPICY" Food. The others are: "SWEET, SALTY,
SOUR & BITTER". We have had several participants who didn't
like "HOT" who had a great time discovering the other taste
sensations that South East Asian food offers.
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Gift Certificates and Private
Catering Available on Request
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INTRODUCTION TO THAI COOKING
This is our most popular class and
a must for all Thai food lovers. The class covers several Thai classics
while presenting a balanced menu that represents the many flavours and
styles of cooking that make Thai cuisine so popular worldwide. The class
also includes a detailed introduction to Thai food culture and ingredients
as well as shopping tips on where to source the best ingredients in
town.
Dishes include:
Som Tum (A Spicy Vegetable Salad with Peanuts & Coriander), Green Curry
Chicken, Thai Style Beef & Broccoli in Oyster Sauce, Stir Fried Red
Curry with Pork & Green Beans, Pad Thai Noodles with Tiger Prawns.
Class Dates:
May 1st, 2004 - Saturday, 11 AM to 3 PM
May 10th, 2004 - Monday, 6.30 PM to 10 PM - SOLD
OUT
 
GOURMET ASIAN - THE ULTIMATE DINNER PARTY
Enjoy the experience of transforming
the flavours of Thailand & South East Asia into a Western style plated
4 course meal. Learn the secrets to make your next dinner party one
that will dazzle your guests with the rich and exotic tastes of unique
5 star creations few will have tasted before. The menu is based on recipes
prepared by Spicy Steve and Tasty Trish for their high end gourmet catered
evenings and best of all: you get to eat it all.
Dishes include:
Crispy Pi Ti shells with prawns, pork & cilantro, A salad tower of baby
shrimp, avocado, daikon, zucchini & pomelo with a Thai sweet & sour
dressing, Indonesian creamed spinach & coconut Soup, Salmon fillet poached
in red curry & coconut milk with kaffir lime leaves served with asparagus
& steamed Thai jasmine scented long grain rice.
Class Dates:
May 20, 2004 - Thursday, 6.30 to 10.00 PM - SOLD
OUT
May 29, 2004 – Saturday, 11 AM to 3 PM - SOLD
OUT
THAI TWO - "MORE CLASSICS"
For those of you who cannot get enough
of Thai food, or simply want to further your knowledge of Thai cooking,
this is a class which includes many more popular Thai classics not covered
in our Intro Thai Class. Tom Yum Goong (Hot & Sour Soup with Prawns),
Swimming Rama (Chicken on Spinach covered in Peanut Sauce), Panang Nua
(Red Curry Beef), Spicy Pork with Basil & Chilli, Pineapple Fried Rice
with Prawns.
Class Dates:
Not Offered Spring 2004
INTRODUCTION TO MALAYSIAN & SINGAPOREAN COOKING
The exotic multi-cultural flavours
of Malaysia and Singapore are highlighted here with dishes representing
the influences of four of their diverse ethnic communities - Malay,
Chinese, Indian, and Peranakan. The robust curries, spicy stir fries
and the multi-cultural fusion dishes are a culinary adventure any spicy
food lover should not miss out on. Spicy Steve's recipes originate straight
from the Hawker stalls and home kitchens of his wife's homeland - Malaysia.
Tasty Trish will be introducing you to the best "melt in your mouth"
Beef Rendang you have ever tasted and Spicy Steve will be sharing his
recipe for one his all time favourite noodle dishes!
Malay Beef Rendang (A rich and dry Beef Curry cooked in coconut milk),
Char Kway Teow (a classic "Hawker" spicy rice noodle stir fry), Spicy
Black Pepper Prawns, South Indian Chicken Curry, Pineapple & Cucumber
Kerabu (Salad).
Class Dates:
Not Offered Spring 2004
INTRODUCTION TO INDONESIAN COOKING
The exotic islands of Indonesia include
unique and delicious food which in Australia and The Netherlands is
as common and popular as Chinese food is to Canadians. Similar to the
Malay food of Malaysia and Singapore, Indonesian cuisine can range from
hot and spicy to rich and sweet. This class introduces some of the classics
that you will be sure to love.
Dishes include:
Soto Ayam Madura (Madura Island Chicken Noodle Soup - a complete meal
in itself), Gado Gado (Mixed Vegetable, Egg & Tofu Salad with Peanut
Sauce), Sambal Goreng Udang (Chilli Prawns in a rich Coconut Curry),
Balinese Braised Beef in Coconut Milk, Nasi Goreng (Classic Indonesian
Fried Rice with Prawn Crackers)
Class Dates:
Not Offered Spring 2004
ASIAN BARBEQUE
This is the ideal class for the outdoor
entertainer, although many of the classic recipes covered here could
be brought inside for the winter. The class is a combination of Thai,
Malaysian, Singaporean and Indian dishes that can each stand alone or
combine to create a classic Asian BBQ dinner party. Our one class just
happens to be on the day before Father's Day, so why not treat your
Dad or someone special to this outdoor feast.
Dishes include:
Singaporean Beef Satay with Peanut Sauce, Thai BBQ Garlic Chicken, Indian
Chicken Tikka Kebabs, Thai BBQ Prawns with a Spicy Dipping Sauce, Thai
Cucumber Salad, Malaysian Mango Kerabu (Salad) with Chilli, Mint & Corriander.
Class Dates:
Not Offered Spring 2004
ASIAN SEAFOOD SPECIAL
For those that love seafood and want
to try some of the best dishes Thailand, Malaysia and Singapore have
to offer, we have a seafood feast for you. These recipes will keep them
coming back for more, if you don't end up hording it all for yourself.
Classics such as Singaporean East Coast Chilli Crab and Malaysian Butter
Prawns will win you over to a new way of enjoying seafood. Spicy Steve
will show you the Asian way to cook crab and prawns and enjoy them that
much more. (There is a $10 surcharge per person on this special all
seafood menu)
Dishes include:
Singaporean East Coast Chilli Crab (Crab in a Sweet Chilli Sauce soaked
up with French Bread - one of Singapore's National Dishes), Malaysian
Butter Prawns (a modern multi-cultural fusion dish), Steamed Mussels
with Thai Basil & Chilli, Fish Fillets sautéed in Thai Red Curry & Coconut
Milk, Black Pepper Squid.
Class Dates:
Not Offered Spring 2004
In order to keep our classes intimate and fun, we only allow a maximum of 14 Asian food lovers per class.
- Classes are run at the home of Spicy Steve Sorko in North Vancouver.
- Saturday Classes start at 11 AM and run to around 3 PM.
- Week Night Classes start at 6.30 PM and run to about 10 PM.
- Cost per class is $99 p/p or $95 p/p if booking more than one person
or class.
Private Groups are welcome and Private Catering is available upon request. Spicy Steve Cooking Class Gift Certificates
are also available.
For further information call 604-986-8817 or register on-line on this page.
Some Comments From Past Participants
"It was probably the most enjoyable cooking class that I'd ever taken….! In 30 years of taking classes
(some very high end that cost a fortune in the 70's & 80's) that's saying something. Again, you both have a
wealth of knowledge and experience that you are so willing to share - it's truly incredible."
Gae Sellstedt, North Vancouver
"Wonderful experience - both you and Trish have a great chemistry which comes out in how you interact with
your guests. Felt like a dinner out with friends. Great way to spend an afternoon"
George Lacny & Danielle Bolduc,
Langley
"I have really enjoyed all the classes. The whole experience has been wonderful. The classes are fun, entertaining
and educational. The social atmosphere is great ... I have recommended the classes to several people and I hope
you get some takers ... I don ' t know what I'm going to do with my Saturdays until you have more classes! It has
been great fun. "
Dianne Jamieson, North Vancouver
(6 time participant)
"Steve and Trish are excellent teachers, I have recommended the classes to a number of my friends ... I
will certainly be taking another course when time permits."
Allan Daykin, Coquitlam
(2 time participant)
"Awesome food - simple, easy to follow directions. A very enjoyable experience."
Sharon Stevens, Quesnel
"I thought I was eating Thai years ago, but now I know. Smelled so good I wanted to grab the food right off
the grill! I'll be back."
John Thompson, Delta
"Much better than we had ever expected ... top quality ingredients, ample portions ... it was perfect!"
Maggie Parke & Gerry McCann, North
Vancouver
(2 time participants)
"The Asian BBQ was more like a dinner party than a class. I really appreciated being able to ask questions
about the recipes as they were being made. I've been cooking the recipes from the class at home and my family loves
them. I will definitely be taking more classes. Thank you both for your warmth, hospitality and sharing your wealth
of knowledge. "
Nina Brady, Langley
"Oooh So Good!"
Gordon Regar, Richmond
"The class size and eating the dishes as the class progresses allows for more personal interaction during
the cooking process. It's this friendly environment that makes one feel free to ask questions and become more involved
in what some people find to be an intimidating cuisine to cook. There is nothing more satisfying than good company
and a full stomach."
Dwayne Bauer, North Vancouver
"Really enjoyed the experience, great food, great company and I learned something too. Thanks again. "
Lori Breen, West Vancouver
"I am an avid watcher of Steve's show and had been waiting to attend one of his classes. It was definitely
worth the wait. The food was amazing… We will be returning for others!"
Kelley Newstead, White Rock
"I'll definitely recommend your classes to my friends. In fact, I'll be back with some of them."
Rose Janssen, Surrey
COME JOIN US AND SPICE UP YOUR LIFE!
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