Join Toshiko in the dining room and kitchen of her apartment building's party room where you'll be greeted with a refreshing welcome drink. Embark on a journey into Japanese cuisine as Toshiko introduces you to traditional ingredients like shoyu, sake, konnyaku, and mirin. She will guide you through an authentic cooking demonstration, teaching you how to prepare dashi - the essential base for many Japanese dishes, including nikujaga, miso soup, and other homestyle favorites. The 1.5-hour demonstration is followed by a delightful meal, where you'll savor the dishes prepared, sharing this intimate dining experience with Toshiko and her family. Enjoy your meal with a choice of sake or beer to complement the authentic flavors. Please note that this is a cooking demonstration, not a hands-on class, due to space constraints.
Since Toshiko works a full-time job during the week, she hosts Traveling Spoon experiences only on the weekends.
This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
Miso soupNikujaga, a beef and root vegetable stewSunomono, cucumber or other seasonal vegetable marinated in vinegarGinger pork or Tonkatsu (crisp and airy, deep-fried pork cutlets)Aburage, fried tofu with riceMatcha latte, Matcha or Sencha (Green tea)Toshiko, a mother of two, has a passion for cooking that shines through in the meals she prepares for her family and friends, who always savor her cuisine with smiles of appreciation. Toshiko enjoys connecting with people from all over the world, sharing her love for food and the rich culinary traditions of Japan. Whether welcoming guests into her home or engaging in vibrant conversations, she thrives on creating memorable dining experiences that bring joy to others.
