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Nara: Soba and Tempura Cooking Class with Meal
Features
- Free cancellation available
- 1h 30m
- Mobile voucher
- Instant confirmation
- Multiple languages
Overview
- Learn how to make soba noodles and tempura in a hands-on cooking class
- Discover the history of soba and Japanese culinary traditions from a local
- Enjoy the satisfaction of making your own soba noodles from scratch
- Master the art of tempura with fresh vegetables and shrimp
- Savour your homemade soba and tempura in a cosy, traditional setting
Activity location
- Nara
- Nara, Nara, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
- 日本、〒630-8113 奈良県奈良市法蓮町632−2 一條館 1階 | お店の前に看板があります。
- Nara, Nara, Japan
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Nara: Soba and Tempura Cooking Class with Meal
- 1h 30m
Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes 1h 30m - English
What's included, what's not
- Soba making experience
What's included What's included - Tempura making experience
What's included What's included - Guidance from an experienced soba and udon chef
What's included What's included - All necessary ingredients and equipment
What's included What's included - Opportunity to taste your own handmade soba and tempura
What's included What's included - Additional Drinks
What's excluded What's excluded - Additional drinks such as Japanese tea, soft drinks, beer, and other drinks are available during the experience or meal time. If you would like to order extra drinks, they can be purchased on site for an additional fee.
What's excluded What's excluded - Nara Local Sake Tasting Set (Optional)
What's excluded What's excluded - Nara is known as the birthplace of Japanese sake. Guests who are interested can enjoy a sake tasting set featuring several types of locally brewed sake from Nara’s traditional breweries. This tasting experience pairs perfectly with freshly made soba and tempura and offers a deeper insight into Japanese food culture. The sake tasting set is optional and not included in the activity price. If you wish to participate, an additional fee will be charged on site.
What's excluded What's excluded
Know before you book
- In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
What you can expect
Begin your experience with a brief introduction to Japanese food culture and the history of soba. Learn how soba has been enjoyed in Japan for centuries, with different regions having their own unique methods of preparation and consumption.
Start by making the dough, a crucial step that greatly influences the texture of the soba. Add water to the buckwheat flour gradually, mixing it to form a dough. Then, knead the dough into a smooth, cohesive ball, following the tips and guidance of your instructor.
Once the dough is ready, roll it out evenly with a rolling pin, experiencing the authentic techniques used by Japanese soba artisans. When the dough is thin enough, cut it into noodles with a special soba knife. Watch as your dough transforms into noodles, a memorable and rewarding moment.
After making soba, move on to preparing tempura, another iconic Japanese dish. Use fresh vegetables and shrimp, learning the secrets to achieving a light, crispy texture. Discover the importance of oil temperature and batter consistency, with clear explanations of professional techniques.
Finally, enjoy the meal you’ve prepared. Savour the rich aroma and unique taste of freshly made soba and crispy tempura in a relaxed, homely setting.
Location
Activity location
LOB_ACTIVITIES LOB_ACTIVITIES - Nara
- Nara, Nara, Japan
Meeting/Redemption Point
PEOPLE PEOPLE - 日本、〒630-8113 奈良県奈良市法蓮町632−2 一條館 1階 | お店の前に看板があります。
- Nara, Nara, Japan