COOKING CLASS
CHRISTMAS EVE ON THE AMALFI COAST - SAT, DEC 19
- SKU:
- 74465
- Chef:
- Deniz Tarakcioglu
- Class Type:
- Hands-On Class
- Event Time:
- 1 PM - 4 PM
CHRISTMAS EVE ON THE AMALFI COAST | 1 PM - 4 PM
Bring the warmth and flavours of an Italian coastal Christmas to your holiday season. Join Chef Deniz for a festive evening inspired by the Amalfi Coast, where seafood, bright citrus and the pleasure of gathering around the table set the mood for a memorable celebration.
Explore the techniques behind a beautifully creamy seafood risotto and perfectly
pan-roasted ling cod, with fresh Mediterranean flavours woven throughout.
To finish, enjoy Delizia al Limone, a delicate lemon sponge with luscious lemon cream that brings a little coastal sunshine to your December evening.
Whether you’re gathering inspiration for your own Christmas Eve dinner or simply enjoying a delicious break from the holiday bustle, this class is a lovely way to celebrate the season.
MENU
• Seafood Risotto with Prawns, Clams, Lemon and Parsley
• Pan-Roasted Ling Cod with Cherry Tomatoes, Capers and Olives
• Delizia al Limone, Lemon Sponge with Lemon Cream
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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.
