Japan Special: Takoyaki and Okonomiyaki - Wednesday, November 25, 2026

📅 Wednesday, November 25, 2026 🕒 Time: 19:00 - 22:00 

📍 Location: Via Silvio Spaventa 9, Bergamo

🎙️ Instructor: Yumi Katsura

Fly to Osaka without leaving Bergamo! Join us for a special evening dedicated to Japan's most loved and fun street food. Learn the art of preparing and grilling perfect takoyaki and okonomiyaki, guided step-by-step.

A Journey Through the Lights and Flavors of Japanese Street Food

Imagine strolling through the bustling stalls of Dōtonbori in Osaka, enveloped by the inviting aromas of sizzling hot plates. In this hands-on lesson, we will transport you directly to that vibrant atmosphere, revealing the secrets of two iconic dishes of popular Japanese cuisine: Takoyaki (octopus balls) and Okonomiyaki (savory pancake).

Fun and hands-on experience guaranteed!

What you will learn in this special lesson

This won't just be a cooking lesson, but a truly interactive culinary experience. You will be guided by [Chef's Name] who will reveal tricks, key ingredients, and the dexterity needed to achieve authentic dishes even at home.

In this lesson you will learn:

• The preparation of perfect batters for both dishes.

• The secrets of Dashi broth to flavor the bases.

• Temperature management of the griddle.

• The dexterity to create spherical takoyaki and impeccable okonomiyaki.

• How to balance and decorate with traditional sauces.

What we will prepare:

1. Takoyaki: The Iconic Octopus Balls

Experience the magic of preparing takoyaki, the famous batter balls filled with octopus (tako), pickled ginger, and tenkasu (fried tempura scraps). The core of the lesson will be mastering the use of the special griddle (takoyaki-ki) and typical skewers to flip and shape the round balls. You will learn how to decorate them with sauces, mayonnaise, powdered nori seaweed, and the characteristic katsuobushi flakes that "dance" on the heat.

2. Okonomiyaki: The Customizable Savory Pancake

Cook Okonomiyaki, literally "what you like" (okonomi) "grilled" (yaki). We will prepare together a rich savory pancake made from batter, shredded cabbage, and various optional ingredients (meat, fish, or vegetables). You will learn the correct cooking technique on the flat griddle (teppan), the art of flipping it without breaking it, and the final layering of sauces, Japanese mayonnaise, and toppings, creating a harmony of sweet, savory, and umami flavors.

The course value includes:

• 3-hour practical and interactive lesson.

• Individual cooking station.

• Use of the special Takoyaki griddle.

• All high-quality ingredients.

• Detailed printed recipe book.

• Final tasting of the prepared dishes, accompanied by Japanese tea or craft beer