Kimchi Making Class

Join this hands-on kimchi-making workshop in Altrincham and discover the vibrant, authentic taste of Korean family life.Kimchi is so much more than just a recipe – it's a comforting staple made together and shared generously at every single meal. In this fun and low-pressure session, you'll learn to craft traditional baechu kimchi (napa cabbage kimchi) completely from scratch. This experience is beautifully tailored for first-timers, so you don't need any prior cooking experience to join in. Whether you're a food lover, a K-drama fan, or you've simply bought kimchi from a supermarket and wondered how it's actually crafted, you'll find a warm, welcoming space to learn.Your expert teacher, a native Korean with a lifetime of family making experience, will guide you through the science and culture behind this iconic dish. This isn't a dry recipe demonstration; it's an interactive experience where you'll taste properly matured kimchi alongside a fresh batch to see how the flavours wonderfully develop. You'll also learn three fantastic ways to cook with it at home beyond eating it straight.Here's what you'll cover together:

• The history and culture of kimchi
• Every ingredient explained
• Making the paste, massaging the cabbage, and packing the jar
• The fermentation process
• Three ways to cook with kimchi

By the end of the session, you'll have experienced a delightful kitchen breakthrough, leaving you with the skills and confidence to manage your own fermentation loops. You'll head home with your handmade 500ml jar keepsake ready to bubble away on your counter, packed with delicious potential.Please note:

• A vegan-friendly version using soy sauce instead of fish sauce is happily available; please flag this and any other dietary requirements when making your arrangements.
• This workshop is suitable for ages 16 and up.
• Classes begin promptly, so please arrive on time.
• To keep everyone safe and follow UK food hygiene guidance, anyone experiencing vomiting, diarrhoea, or similar symptoms must be completely symptom-free for at least 48 hours before attending. Guests may be asked to confirm this upon arrival, and entry may be refused if this requirement isn't met.

• All ingredients – pre-salted cabbage, gochugaru paste, spring onions, and more.
• One 500ml mason jar of kimchi you made yourself to take home.
• Printed fermentation instruction card.
• Kimchi recipe cards to use at home.
• Disposable gloves.
• Discount code for your next Korean With Park workshop.

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