Japanese Cooking Class: Bento with Chef Keita

Create your own authentic Japanese bento box with a professional chef in Ballina!



3 hours

Class size 1 to 7 (public classes), 6 to 10

  $129 - $159 ($129 for Child (10-18 yrs); $159 for Adult. $60 per class surcharge applies for private classes) (PayPal Pay in 4 available)

Looking for fun things to do in Ballina? In this hands-on cooking class is perfect for beginners in Japanese cuisine, you will learn how to make your own traditional bento box!
This is a very special class in which you will learn a bit of everything about Japanese cuisine with Master Japanese Chef Keita. We even have a vegetarian option available.
After the session, take home authentic recipes, essential techniques, and knowledge of Japanese cooking. Enjoy your handmade Bento during the class and bring another home. We'll also share tips on where to buy the best ingredients and brands.
What's in your bento box?
  • Chicken Karaage (Japanese fried chicken) or Cauliflower Karaage for Vegetarian
  • Agedashi Tofu (crispy fried tofu served in flavourful umami sauce)
  • Tamagoyaki(Japanese style omelette)
  • Vegetable Gomaae (savory nutty sesame sauce)
  • Tukemono (Pickled Radish)
  • Steamed short grain Rice
Private class information: We are happy to offer a private class where we come to your home to teach. Please note that in addition to the class fee, a travel fee (Gold Coast $50, Brisbane, Northern Rivers $60) will be charged for private classes. If hiring a venue is necessary, it's also possible, so please inquire about it.
What you'll get
  • Cooking guidance from an expert chef
  • All ingredients and equipment provided
  • Chicken Karrage (Japanese fried chicken) or Cauliflower Karrage for Vegetarian
  • Agedashi Tofu (crispy fried tofu served in flavourful umami sauce)
  • Tamagoyaki (Japanese style omelette)
  • Vegetable Gomaae (savoury nutty sesame sauce)
  • Tukemono (Pickled Radish)
  • Steamed Short Grain Rice
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Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly with no prior experience required.
What to bring
  • Apron (optional)
  • Knife (optional)
  • Drink
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, birthday or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 10 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids, and must pay for a separate ticket.

Location

Ballina CWA room - 236 River Street, Ballina NSW

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Your teacher

Japanese chef Byronbay
Japanese chef Byronbay

5.0 (127)

Keita Kujiura is over 18 years experience professional Japanese chef with passion for spreading charms of Japanese cuisine all over the world.
He started learning Japanese cuisine from 18 years old at a long-established restaurant in Japan.It was then when Keita found his passion for cooking and all things kitchen related.
Since 2015 Keita has moved the main base to Australia from Japan and started working as a sushi chef at popular sushi restaurant in Byronbay.
Nowadays, Keita is teaching his skill and knowledge about Japanese cuisine at cooking class and treating locals to dish by private chef.His aim is promoting Japanese food culture for locals.

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