COOKING CLASS
BETTER TOGETHER: DATE NIGHT IN SPAIN - SAT, SEP 12
- SKU:
- 73410
- Minimum Purchase:
- 2 units
- Chef:
- Deniz Tarakcioglu
- Class Type:
- Hands-On Class
- Event Time:
- 1 PM - 4 PM
BETTER TOGETHER: DATE NIGHT IN SPAIN | 1 PM - 4 PM
Enjoy the vibrant flavours of Spain's sunny coast in this hands-on cooking class, designed to help you master the art of paella. Perfect for couples, this interactive experience is a fun and delicious way to spend the day together.
Guided by Chef Deniz, you'll prepare a fresh, satisfying Spanish-inspired menu while learning essential cooking techniques every step of the way. Cook alongside your partner, sharpen your culinary skills, and savour the meal you've created together in a relaxed and engaging atmosphere.
- Minimum 2 person registration (automatically added to the shopping cart).
- Registration: Seats sold in pairs only!
MENU
• Pan Roasted Chorizo and Spot Prawn Skewer with Gilda Peppers.
• Traditional Paella Valencia with fresh Clams, Sablefish, Bay Scallops,
Saffron, Seasonal Vegetables and Herbs.
• Tomato and Basil Salad with Horseradish and Basil.
• Marinated Cucumber Salad with Mint and Fresh Fermented Chilies.
• Basque Style Burnt Cheesecake with Preserved Summer Berries.
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Deniz’s love of food began in the Mediterranean, where he grew up surrounded by a food-obsessed family. It wasn’t until later in life that he began his professional cooking career. In 2003, Deniz began working in small establishments in East Vancouver after immigrating to Canada. After just a few years in the field, he attended VCC’s Culinary Arts program. During his school years he worked at Ouisi Bistro as Chef de Partie, which specialized in Cajun and Creole cuisine.
After completing culinary school, he began working at the four-diamond Diva at the Metropolitan Hotel. From there, he moved to Chambar Restaurant & Medina Café, some of the most significant restaurants in Vancouver’s culinary scene. After two years, he decided it was time to share his knowledge and love of cooking, and joined The Dirty Apron Cooking School & Deli as Chef & Culinary Instructor.
Once he mastered his dough, cake, and general pastry skills, Deniz opened Cadeaux Bakery with Eleanor Chow. Then, he returned to Café Medina as Executive Chef and led the team in one of the most successful years of the restaurant.
Chef Deniz has also mastered the large volume private catering market, hosting guests such as Jerry Seinfeld, Owen Wilson, Juliette Lewis, Canucks players, and many more. After working in top restaurants throughout Vancouver, Deniz then headed across the Salish Sea to Galiano Island, where headed Bodega Ridge as the Executive Chef.
