Aphrodite Cooks, Toronto, ON
October 2017
Taste of Beijing
Join us in the kitchen for a hands on cooking class with the flavours and dishes of China. The class will be led by Aphrodite Cooks Chef and Owner Vanessa Yeung. The class will learn the techniques and ingredients that are unique to Chinese cooking.…
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From North India to South
What is Garam Masala, Tandoori Masala? Differences between North Ingredients vs. South
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Pasta for Pairs – SOLD OUT
Discover how to make your own pasta and pasta sauces Love pasta? In this hands on cooking class you will be able to learn to make pasta from scratch as well as learn how to cook and store fresh pasta as well as the sauces.…
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Beer and Food – A Taste of Thailand
An introduction into the flavours and cooking techniques of Thai Cuisine.
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July 2018
Indian BBQ party
Indian BBQ party - Sat. July 14, 2018 Learn how to marinate, grill and chill using Indian spices! Join us in the kitchen for a hands on cooking class with your plus 1 as Chef Veronica Mal guides us through the Indian spice kitchen. The…
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Vegan Comfort Foods
Learn dishes that allows you and your loved ones to explore plant based cuisine. Be ready with Vegan alternatives so that you can feed anyone that comes into your kitchen! Join us for an intimate hands on cooking class with Carla Riley of Keep Kitchens…
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Back to Basics
A great introductory course for those who want to learn the fundamentals of cooking. Recipes and cooking techniques that are essential for all cooks to know.
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Seafood Butchery 101
Learning the fundamentals of buying, preparing and cooking of fish and seafood.
Find out more »Noodles and Dumplings with Beer – SOLD OUT
Making Asian dumplings and noodles from scratch and then dishes will be paired with beer. Join us in the kitchen with your plus 1 for an evening newest food couple Noodles and Dumplings. Inspired by the kitchen of her childhood, Chef and Aphrodite Cooks owner…
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Making pasta from scratch Join us in the kitchen for a hands on cooking class of fresh made pasta from scratch. Learn how to make 3 different pastas from just flour and eggs. Each pasta will be flavoured with the best that fall has to…
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Flavours of the Middle East
Explore the dishes and the tastes that make this cuisine unique. Join us in the kitchen with your plus 1 for an evening of fun, food and friendship as we explore the flavours of the Middle East through a hands on instruction. This class will…
Find out more »Indian Breads
An Introduction into the bread accompaniments that we enjoy in Indian Cuisine Come for a hands-on cooking journey to Punjab with me. In the land of the Maharaja’s, ‘roti’ or bread reigns supreme. We learn how to stuff, fry and roll these popular breads and…
Find out more »“Bigs and Littles” Cooking Together – Hand Made Pasta
Parent/Guardian/Caregiver and Child Cooking together making pasta and sauces from scratch Join us for a hands on cooking class with your budding chef. Learn how to make pasta from scratch and join us for dinner enjoying the fruits of your labour. Price is per participant…
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Knife Skills 101
An introduction into the world of knives and the different types of cuts for cooking In this hands-on intimate workshop individuals will learn the basic set of knives that every home cook must have and what each knife will do. The class will also teach…
Find out more »The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party!
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! A cooking class followed by sit down dinner and wine pairing experience Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour…
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Spanish Tapas
Explore the world of small plates and bites Join us in the kitchen for a hands on cooking class as we explore the cuisine of Spanish Tapas with Jose Arato of www.pimenton.ca. You and your plus one will learn the flavours and techniques and the…
Find out more »Taste of Quebec
Dishes and Ingredients from La Belle Province Join us in the kitchen as we explore some of the traditional dishes of Quebec. Through the guidance of our chef instructors in our hands-on cooking class you will learn the dishes that Quebec is known for and…
Find out more »The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! – Taste of Asia
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! A cooking class followed by sit down dinner and wine pairing experience Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour…
Find out more »Crafty Vegan Cuisine
Learn tricks and simple techniques to create interesting and flavourful vegan cuisine. Aphrodite Cooks with the Chef Carla Riley of Keep Kitchens is putting a delicious plant based spin on classic sauces, snacks and sides. This class is perfect for vegans that are ready…
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Pasta for Pairs – Spring Edition
Learn to make Pasta from Scratch Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung, owner of Aphrodite Cooks. We will guide you through the technique of making 2 pasta dishes from scratch and then learn how to accompany the…
Find out more »Everyday Chinese
Cantonese dishes that are perfect for weeknights or to entertain guests Our Everyday Chinese cooking class has a mouth-watering lineup of authentic Cantonese dishes that are perfect for weeknights or to entertain guests. Join us in this hands-on-class, as Mary Tang, a TV cooking show…
Find out more »“Bigs and Littles” Cooking Together – Hand Made Pasta
Parent/Guardian/Caregiver and Child Cooking together making pasta and sauces from scratch Join us for a hands on cooking class with your budding chef. Learn how to make pasta from scratch and join us for dinner enjoying the fruits of your labour. Price is per participant…
Find out more »The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! – Mexican Flavours
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! A cooking class followed by sit down dinner and wine pairing experience Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour…
Find out more »Italian Seafood
The dishes and flavours of Italy and the Sea Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Carmine Accogli. Chef Carm will guide you through the preparation and execution of some of the Italy's favourite seafood dishes. You will then sit…
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Knife Skills 101
An introduction into the world of knives and the different types of cuts for cooking In this hands-on intimate workshop individuals will learn the basic set of knives that every home cook must have and what each knife will do. The class will also teach…
Find out more »Dim Sum
Favourite Dishes from Dim Sum Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and her mom Millie. They will guide you through the preparation and execution of some favourite dim sum classics. You will then sit down and enjoy…
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Introduction to Gluten Free Baking
This interactive hands on cooking class will introduce to the alternatives to wheat flours and other ingredients to make up for the lack of gluten in our favourite baked goods, such as guar gum and xanthum gum. Chef Kimberley Lugsdin will guide you through recipes…
Find out more »Eastern Mediterranean Summer Fare with Beer
Flavours of the Eastern Mediterranean Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung. Chef Vanessa will guide you through the preparation and execution of some light and summer flavours of the eastern Mediterranean. You will then sit down and…
Find out more »The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! – Spanish Tapas
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! A cooking class followed by sit down dinner and wine pairing experience Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour…
Find out more »January 2020
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! – Pasta For Pairs Edition
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! A cooking class followed by sit down dinner and wine pairing experience Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour…
Find out more »Introduction to Gluten Free Baking
This interactive hands on cooking class will introduce to the alternatives to wheat flours and other ingredients to make up for the lack of gluten in our favourite baked goods, such as guar gum and xanthum gum. Chef Kimberley Lugsdin will guide you through recipes…
Find out more »February 2020
Wine Mystery Dinner
“Cameras are flashing...across the red carpet as you arrive at the 2020 Premier Wine Awards. Everyone is eager to know who has won the top four wine awards, announced by the world’s most celebrated sommelier. But as you sit down, you hear a shocking announcement!…
Find out more »Wine and Food Pairing – Introduction to Italy
Love wine and love food but don't what goes with what? Join us in the kitchen for this introductory cooking class into pairing wine with Italian food. This is a hands-on cooking class lead by Chef Vanessa Yeung. She will guide you through a through…
Find out more »The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! – One Night in Paris
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! A cooking class followed by sit down dinner and wine pairing experience Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour…
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The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! – Asian Tapas
The Chef, The Sommelier and a Dinner Party! A cooking class followed by sit down dinner and wine pairing experience Join us in the kitchen for a hands-on cooking class with Chef Vanessa Yeung and then sit down and enjoy the fruits of your labour…
Find out more »Knife Skills 101 – POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED TILL A LATER DATE An introduction into the world of knives and the different types of cuts for cooking In this hands-on intimate workshop individuals will learn the basic set of knives that every home cook must have…
Find out more »Paella for Me and You – POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE
THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO A LATER DATE Learn to make paella from start to finish Join us in the kitchen for a hands on cooking class as we explore the dish Paella with Jose Arato of www.pimenton.ca. You and your plus one will…
Find out more »May 2020
Friday Night Family Cook Along – Chinese Dumplings – Online Cooking Class
Physical distancing does not mean we can't cook together. Let's gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Friday Night Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix,…
Find out more »Knife Skills 101 – ONLINE CLASS
An introduction into the world of knives and the different types of cuts for cooking In online cooking class, individuals will learn the basic set of knives that every home cook must have and what each knife will do. This class will also teach…
Find out more »FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY COOK ALONG – Spring Fare – ONLINE COOKING CLASS
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Friday Night Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix,…
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FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY COOK ALONG – Farfalle and Meatballs – ONLINE COOKING CLASS
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Friday Night Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix,…
Find out more »Friday Night Family Cook Along – Chinese Dumplings – Online Cooking Class
Physical distancing does not mean we can't cook together. Let's gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Friday Night Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix,…
Find out more »July 2020
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY COOK ALONG – TACO NIGHT – ONLINE COOKING CLASS
Join us for an evening of fresh Mexican flavours with Chef Chris Daisley Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Friday Night Family Cook-Along is a way for families to…
Find out more »Knife Skills 101 – ONLINE CLASS
An introduction into the world of knives and the different types of cuts for cooking In online cooking class, individuals will learn the basic set of knives that every home cook must have and what each knife will do. This class will also teach…
Find out more »Knife Skills 101 – ONLINE CLASS
An introduction into the world of knives and the different types of cuts for cooking In online cooking class, individuals will learn the basic set of knives that every home cook must have and what each knife will do. This class will also teach…
Find out more »August 2020
Family Cook Along – Backyard Paella and Tapas – Online Class
Let's move the kitchen outdoors! This method of making paella can be made on your bbq or on your stove. In this edition of the Family Cook Along you will learn how to make the traditional Paella along with a 2 tapas dishes to enjoy…
Find out more »Family Night Cook Along – Asian BBQ – Online Class
Summer is here and lets enjoy the season while it lasts! We are moving outside to cook! If you have a bbq then lets learn some great summer fare and take advantage cooking in the outdoors. Not to worry all of these recipes can be…
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Online Cooking Class – Family Cook Along – Dim Sum at Home
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
Find out more »Online Cooking Class – Family Cook Along – Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
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Online Cooking Class – Family Cook Along – Parisian Bistro
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
Find out more »November 2020
FAMILY COOK ALONG – Ravioli vs Tortellini – ONLINE CLASS
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
Find out more »Family Night Virtual Cook Along – Taco Night
Join us for an evening of fresh Mexican flavours with Chef Chris Daisley Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The family cook along is a way for families to join…
Find out more »December 2020
Virtual Cooking Class – New Holiday Favourites
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
Find out more »January 2021
Virtual Cooking Class – Spanish Tapas
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
Find out more »Virtual Cooking Class – Introduction to Thai Cuisine
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
Find out more »February 2021
Virtual Cooking Class – Chinese New Year Dumplings – SOLD OUT
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
Find out more »Valentine’s Day – Virtual Couples Cooking Class – SOLD OUT
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious recipes. Couples can cook together in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and interact with other couples to create fun and…
Find out more »Virtual Cooking Class – Taste of Quebec
Physical distancing does not mean we can’t cook together. Let’s gather, virtually, to share in good company and delicious, family-friendly, recipes. The Family Cook-Along is a way for families to join together, in the comfort and safety of your own home, to mix, chop and…
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