The Hong Kong Style Bakery
Master the art of creating delectable milk breads, a staple in any Hong Kong-style bakery, in this immersive cooking class! Under the expert guidance of Winnie Au, a Hong Kong native and culinary enthusiast, you'll learn the pre-fermentation method to craft mouthwatering milk breads. Shape the dough into two beloved buns: the Famous Bolo Bao (菠蘿包 or Pineapple Bun) and the irresistible Sausage Bun with Cheese and Mayo (腸仔包 or cheong jai bao). Impress your friends with the classic look of the Bolo Bao by mastering the craquelin topping technique. To complete the authentic experience, discover the secrets behind the perfect pairing for these buns—the indulgent Hong Kong Style Milk Tea (港式奶茶 or gong sik nai cha). Unlock the complexities of creating the tea base and explore two delightful serving methods. To satisfy your sweet tooth, learn the craft of the Easy Sweet Tofu Custard (豆腐花 or dau fu fa), paired with a Versatile Ginger Syrup (薑糖 or goeng tong) you can use for other desserts. This iconic street food will dazzle you with its delicate texture, surpassing even silken tofu in both taste and elegance.
Your instructor, Winnie Au, brings a wealth of knowledge and a love for sharing culinary expertise. With a Bachelor of Education in Home Economics and years of teaching experience in Hong Kong and the U.S., Winnie specializes in Asian cuisines and pastry arts. She has honed her skills through numerous baking and cake decoration programs, as well as international qualifications in cake decoration and handcrafts across the U.S., Canada, and Hong Kong.
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Here’s the full menu:
The Famous Bolo Bao (Pineapple Bun)
Sausage Bun with Cheese and Mayo
Hong Kong Style Milk Tea
Easy Sweet Tofu Custard
Versatile Ginger Syrup
During this class, we will prepare and cook from scratch all 5 courses on the menu.
Throughout the process, we will pause to introduce new and lesser-known ingredients that are easily found in the greater Seattle area.
The small-class setting means all students are encouraged to ask questions and discuss potential variations for each dish that will make it more accessible and adaptable in everyday cooking.