Korean open group cooking class

Hands-On Korean Cooking Class Brings Flavours of Seoul to Amsterdam

A new open-group culinary workshop in Amsterdam is offering participants an immersive introduction to Korean cuisine through a structured, hands-on cooking experience. Designed for individuals, couples, and families aged sixteen and above, the class also requires teenagers aged sixteen to seventeen to attend with an accompanying adult who takes part in the session as well. The three-and-a-half-hour experience focuses on learning traditional Korean cooking techniques in an accessible and social environment.

Upon arrival, participants are welcomed at a bar-style seating area with a beverage, where the chef introduces essential Korean ingredients that form the foundation of the day’s menu. The session then transitions into a guided cooking experience, where attendees work alongside one another to prepare a full Korean meal. Dishes typically include well-known staples such as kimchi, bulgogi, Korean fried chicken, and a selection of traditional side dishes known as banchan, all adapted to accommodate dietary preferences and allergies.

The class places strong emphasis on interaction and skill-building, with the chef providing step-by-step instruction, practical demonstrations, and personalised guidance throughout the cooking process. Conducted in both English and Dutch, the workshop is designed to be inclusive for locals and international visitors alike, encouraging questions and shared learning among participants in a relaxed group setting.

The experience concludes with a communal dinner, where participants sit together to enjoy the dishes they have prepared. This shared meal encourages conversation and connection among attendees, extending the experience beyond cooking into social dining. Recipe details and ingredient sources are provided at the end, enabling participants to recreate authentic Korean dishes at home and carry the experience forward beyond the classroom.