Despite their hectic schedules, more Singaporeans are finding time not only to cook but also to learn how to prepare meals with the guidance of modern chefs.
One of the dishes they are after is Vegetarian.
When you want to select the best cooking class to take, consider the following questions:
- What is the purpose?
- Why do you want to learn vegetarian cooking?
- Do you want to get back to your roots?
- Learn how to prepare vegetables more effectively.
- Do you secretly want to open your restaurant?
- Does it have something to do with your health?
Some vegetarian cooking schools teach methods that help participants lose or maintain weight.
These dishes are for detoxification. Some cuisines may contribute to improving your existing illness such as asthma or acid reflux.
Others also want to get in touch with spiritual or religious beliefs.
Those who practice Buddhism and Hinduism, for example, maintain a diet that is heavy on vegetables.
How much time do you have?
If you are attending a full-time culinary school or a complete culinary program, then certainly you will learn about vegetarian cooking.
However, since the coverage is more intensive, classes are going to be long.
In fact, some schools require their students to go full time and spend around 6 to 8 hours in class or the kitchen.
On the other hand, informal classes that are usually offered by restaurants or personal chefs can be as short as 1 to 2 hours, including preparations.
Nevertheless, do not expect you are going to learn everything you need to know about vegetarian cooking.
You may have to attend more classes afterwards or find more advanced lessons elsewhere.
What is your budget?
In Singapore, you can find a vegetarian cooking class depending on where you want it and who is going to participate.
You may spend more if the chef has to procure the ingredients for you, but you have the chance to bring the food home.
This way, you can let your family members and friends taste what you have created.
Do you have a preference for certain themes or cuisine?
Indian cooking is mostly defined by vegetables primarily because of their religion.
They also use special spices and, of course, curry, which makes their soups a lot thicker in texture.
Vietnamese vegetarian dishes use herbs such as lemongrass, mint, and coriander more extensively.
Chinese cooking depends on where the recipe originated, though vegetables usually match with rice or thin noodles.
There are also some vegetarian schools that come up with unique themes, such as Arabian or Egyptian, making the classes more fun and exciting.
They are also offered to help you find ways to bring in more flavour to vegetarian dishes, making them more palatable and appetizing, especially for the kids.
Where do you want it?
We conduct the hands-on cooking classes in a professional and modern kitchen studio with chairs and tables where you can take down notes.
However, there is a growing demand for private classes.
In this setup, the chef is the one who goes to your preferred location like your home or office.
See you at our Hands-on cooking classes and have fun learning Vegetarian Cuisine.