Cooking Class: A Taste of Dubai
Transport yourself to Dubai in this immersive cooking class. Chef Akshay will teach you the recipes and techniques to crafting authentic Middle Eastern favorites. First, learn how to make a flavorful black hummus with black chickpeas and smoked chestnuts. Next, whip up a manakeesh from scratch and top it with goat cheese and ground meat or mock meat for a delicious za'atar flatbread. Then prepare a side dish of your choice, either a blushing tzatziki or a tri-herb tabouleh. Finish the meal with Arabian desserts made with cream poached dates, pastry dough, pistachios and almonds.
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Dubai Black Hummus
With smoked chestnut, black chick pea and degenerated husk
Lamb and Cheese Za'atar & Manakeesh (Mock Meat for Vegetarians)
With fresh goat cheese, ground meat/mock meat and za'atar spice bread
Side Dish
Choice of 1
Blushing Tzatziki
Tri Herb Tabouleh
Arabian Desserts
With cream poached dates, pastry dough, pistachios and almonds
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.
- Minimum Guests 2
- Maximum Guests 10
- Event Duration 2 hours
- Activity Level
Activity Level
- Labels Beginner, Asian, Fusion, Fun, Holiday
- This is a BYOB venue and alcoholic beverages are not available for sale. You are welcome to bring beer and wine to enjoy during class.
Reviews Guests Left For Other Experiences
susan
21 Jun 2026
We had a great evening Fabulous food Lots of tips Such a fun time Thank you Chef!
Brenda
17 Jun 2024
Food exceeded expectations! The chef was very informative and friendly. Can't wait to do another class!
Ruth
04 Jan 2026
Hello, The class very good. Chef Akshay provided some good tips and tricks, and made the recipes not over-whelming. The recipes and food were very good. The reason for the 4 star vs a 5 star was the amount of food we received for the money. We made a large amount of food, but the portions served to us were very small. As an example, we made 12 dumplings, but were only served 4 (2 each). We made a large WOK of Singapore noodles, but were given a small portion. We literally stopped for food on the way home. I have taken cooking classes before and leave very full AND with a "doggy-bag". Unfortunately, with this one, we left hungry and empty handed. BUT the class, the food and the experience was very good.
Event location: Mississauga
Chef’s Place
Exact location is provided after booking.
Maintaining a fruitful and respected career in the hospitality scene, Chef Akshay has accomplished impressive endeavors. He has experience launching high-profile restaurants and even the joy of entertaining as a host and judge on food television. Ashkay's striking portfolio boasts a long list of awards, consisting of crafting various cuisines from around the world and teaching gourmet kitchen techniques for curious and aspiring cooks. You'll certainly love your immersive culinary experience with Chef Akshay.
