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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at $500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Dia De Los Muertos Mexican Cooking Class
Fill and fold your way to delicious homemade tamales with this Berkeley cooking class!
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3 hours
Berkeley
10 to 16 guests
$185 - $200
($185 for Public class; $200 for Private class)
What you'll do
Get ready for a tamale fiesta at Kitchen on Fire! In this hands-on tamale-making Mexican cooking class in Berkeley, Chef Kevin will show you how to turn fresh corn masa, flavorful fillings, and corn husks into hot, fluffy tamales.Begin with a chef-led introduction to the day’s recipes and tamale-making techniques before breaking into smaller teams to get cooking. You’ll learn how to prepare the masa, fill and wrap your tamales, and explore different ways to fold and tie them before steaming them to perfection.The menu features a delicious mix of savory and sweet flavors, including beef with red chiles, chicken with tomatillos, and cheese with green chiles. You’ll also prepare atole and champurrado, plus a refreshing Jamaica agua fresca to round out the meal.Your instructor will guide you step-by-step while you practice the techniques and taste as you go. A snack is served at the beginning of class, and once everything is ready, you’ll sit down together to enjoy the tamales and drinks you made. This beginner's cooking class is perfect for anyone looking for unique date night ideas, team building activities, or fun things to do with friends. Menu
- Beef with Red Chiles
- Chicken with Tomatillos
- Cheese & Green Chiles
- Atole & Champurrado
- Jamaica Agua Fresca
What you'll get
Learn how to make tamales!
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Knowledge required
Beginner friendly!
What to bring
- Close-toed shoes are mandatory. High heels, open-toed shoes, sandals, and flip-flops are NOT allowed in the kitchen.
- Shoulder-length hair or longer needs to be worn back and away from your face; we have plenty of hair ties in the kitchen for you to use and keep.
- Feel free to bring a favorite apron or a knife you want to practice with, but know that we will supply aprons and all the tools you need for use during class.
- We invite class participants (who are 21 and older) to bring any wine or beer they would like to enjoy during class for personal consumption. Kitchen on Fire employees cannot open or serve beverages you bring into the kitchen. We cannot sell or distribute alcohol, and we uphold ABC regulations. No minor can drink, and we cannot have intoxicated students attending a class.
Suitable for
This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.
FAQ
Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, we can cater for vegetarian. Let us know your requirements before or after booking. If you have a food allergy, please message us before booking.
Your teacher
Kevin Hogan
Kevin Hogan is a San Francisco native who grew up far from the Bay Area. The son of a US health department administrator, Kevin got an early introduction to the foods and flavors of the world while living in France, Switzerland, Nigeria, and Côte D’Ivoire. Food, the gateway to culture, was a particular fascination for him while living in foreign countries, eating in restaurants, home kitchens, and market stalls, and he learned to love new and unusual flavors.
Your host
Kitchen on Fire offers hands-on cooking experiences in Berkeley and Oakland. Since 2005, Chef Olive and professional chef instructors have been sharing their knowledge and love for cooking through public classes, team-building and corporate wellness events. Lisa Miller teaches classes with a nutrition focus, promoting healthy living through meals made with high-quality ingredients and traditional cooking methods.With a deep passion for sharing delicious food and life-long dedication to healthy living, co-owners Olivier Said and Lisa Miller can be found in the kitchen or working with students or clients in some capacity every day of the week.
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