Dash of Soy Summer Camp

The founder, Elaine Sher, is teaming up with Chef Mikiko Yang to launch Dash of Soy Summer Camp 2024 for kids aged 8-12 and teens 13-17. Our camp is perfect for young chefs who enjoy hands-on classes, are curious about Asian foods and culture, and want to improve their cooking skills. Here is the 5-Day Curriculum:

Day 1: Homemade Pork and Cabbage Dumplings

This class starts with making a Hot Water Dough to create the wrappers from scratch. Then prepare the filling using a Classic Cantonese Marinade with the addition of a family secret. Learn different ways to pleat and wrap a dumpling, and experience different ways to cook them: pan-fried (Potstickers) and boiled.

Day 2: Host Your Own Sushi Party

We start with Futomaki (Thick Sushi Roll), a traditional sushi roll with an array of vibrant ingredients. Next up is the classic California Roll, using the "inside-out" technique to make Uramaki. Discover the party-pleaser of "choose your own adventure (filling)" Hand Roll Sushi that is both fun to create and enjoy. Experience the comfort of Chawanmushi, a teacup (chawan) steamed (mushi) egg custard that is silky, soft, and umami-packed.

Day 3: Homestyle Bento Box

Let's delve into the art and techniques of crafting delectable bento boxes. Master the classic Chicken Teriyaki with Homemade Teriyaki Sauce, the picture-perfect Tamagoyaki (Rolled Omelet), and hand-shaped Onigiri (Triangle Rice Balls) with three traditional flavors! Complete the bento box with a popular finger food Teriyaki Cheese Chikuwa (Fish Cake) Mini Skewer and Edamame.

Day 4: Wok Cooking 101

The wok is a unique and versatile cooking tool for everything Cantonese. Learn how to season, clean, and take care of your wok. Use it to make all your Chinese takeout favorites, including the Chicken Fried Rice and Chow Mein (Fried Noodle) with BBQ Pork and Garlic Chives. Learn the art of velveting to master the Stir-fried Beef and Broccoli in the Wok, and the comforting warmth of the classic Egg Drop Soup.

Day 5: Japanese Milk Bread and Dessert

Japanese is known for its delicate and beautiful desserts. Learn the technique to create, knead, and shape the Japanese Milk Bread to make the classic Molen Pan (sweet bread covered with sugar cookie dough) and Fluffy Hotdog Roll. Unlock the secrets of the Ichigo Ame, or Candied Fruit Skewers, that has taken over the web by making crystallized strawberries, mandarin oranges, and grapes.