About this Event
Discover the vibrant flavours of coastal India in this hands-on cooking class with award-winning Chef Bal.
Born and raised in the coastal town of Malvan, India, Chef Bal brings more than 15 years of culinary experience to The Skript Kitchen. In this interactive class, he’ll guide you through a three-course menu inspired by the flavours of India’s western coast, combining regional ingredients and techniques with his contemporary culinary style.
You’ll cook alongside Chef Bal, learn professional techniques, discover new ingredients and flavour combinations, and enjoy the dishes you prepare together.
On the Menu
Tandoori Pear Salad
Tandoori-spiced pears, avocado, and arugula with cumin yogurt dressing.
You’ll learn:
Tandoori marination, how to prepare cumin yogurt dressing, and techniques for plating the finished dish.
Konkani Prawn Curry
Prawns cooked in a chilli, coriander, and coconut sauce with kokum.
You’ll learn:
How to prepare the curry from start to finish, building the flavours of a traditional coastal-style coconut sauce.
Motichur Cheesecake
Cheesecake layered with motichur crumble and served with crisp tuile and pistachio yogurt sauce.
You’ll learn:
How to prepare and bake the cheesecake mixture and assemble the finished dessert.
What to Expect
This is a hands-on cooking class suitable for all skill levels. Chef Bal will guide you step by step through each recipe while sharing his cooking techniques and the stories and flavours behind the dishes.
All ingredients and cooking equipment are provided. At the end of the class, sit down and enjoy the three-course meal you helped prepare.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Skript Kitchen, 250 West 3rd Avenue, Vancouver, Canada
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