AN ONLINE CULINARY EXPERIENCE
Explore the great flavors of Spain in the comfort of your home through Hola Bombón’s COCINA ESPAÑOLA, a unique online culinary experience led by our very own Executive Chef, Rubén Castellnou. Discover the many delightful wonders of Spain as Chef Rubén tackles a different theme in each online cooking class. Anyone from absolute beginners to seasoned home cooks are welcome to join!
Duration: 2 hours
Group Size: Up to 12 people
Hosted in: English or Spanish
meet the chef
Born and raised in the Catalunya region of Spain, Executive Chef Rubén Beltran Castellnou has been in the industry for 20 years. His passion for his craft has brought him to helm prestigious kitchens in France, the UK, and now Hola Bombón in Manila. We invite you to join him in his great culinary journey.
package inclusions
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All ingredients will be sent to each student on the day of the scheduled cooking class. All dishes made at the end of the class serves 2 persons.
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Each class booking allows 2 persons to join the class (only one Zoom login per booking).
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Inclusive of a complimentary pre-class cocktail and snack for 2 persons.
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Each class includes personalized step-by-step coaching by Chef Rubén.
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A Kitchen Assistant will be present during the class to answer any questions.
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A recipe guide to help you recreate all the dishes learned in class will be included.
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how to participate
Join a video call.
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Download Zoom for free on a desktop or mobile device. After you book, you'll receive an email with a link and
details on how to join the class.
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NOTE: We'll confirm your booking and proceed with payment once we reach the minimum number of participants per class.
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class 1: a summer
in spain
In this class, you will learn how to make traditional Spanish dishes that are typically prepared during the summer and shared with friends and family.
Chef Rubén will guide you on how to make the Spanish national dish, paella – using homemade chicken stock. To round out your meal, you’ll also be making a summer Gazpacho and a chocolate dessert.
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(All class ingredients are good for 2pax)
Learn how to make
Pan Con Tomate
Gazpacho Con Guarnición
Paella Valenciana Con Su Caldo de Pollo
Pan, Chocolate y Aceite de Oliva
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SERVING SIZE: Good for 2pax
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Chopping board
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Kitchen Knife
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Bread knife
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Strainer
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Rubber spatula
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2 spoons
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Grater
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Mixing bowls
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Paella pan or and flat bottom pan (roughly 30cm)
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Medium Pot for the stock
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Stove top
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Oven or toaster
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Blender or hand blender
PRICE
Php 3,500.00/sign-up* = Classroom Style** (up to 8 slot sign-ups)
Php 4,250.00/sign-up* = Private Group Class*** (minimum of 3 sign-ups)
Php 5,000.00/sign-up* = One-on-One Class Session***
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Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
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Option to add ingredients for additional 2pax: Php 2,300.00
NOTES:
*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
**Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS schedule/s:
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thursday, october 22 AT 5:30PM
saturday, october 31 AT 3:00PM
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class 2: journey to
pais vasco
Chef Rubén pays homage to the world-class flavors and culinary creativity of the Basque Country in this class.
Here, you’ll be able to master how to make a variety of pintxos, a Basque Country specialty. The class will be finished off with a step-by-step guide on how to make the legendary Tarta de Queso.
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(All class ingredients are good for 2pax)
Learn how to make
PINTXOS
Gilda
Pintxo de Jamón
Piquillo Relleno de Cangrejo
Lomo, Escalivada Y Manchego
PLATO
Marmitako de Atún
POSTRE
Tarta de Queso Vasca
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SERVING SIZE: Good for 2 pax
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Chopping board
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Kitchen Knife
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Bread knife
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Strainer
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Rubber spatula
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Mixing bowls
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Medium pot or casserole
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Oven
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Blender or hand blender
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Stove top
PRICE
Php 4,250.00/sign-up* = Classroom Style** (up to 8 slots)
Php 4,950.00/sign-up* = Private Group Class***(minimum of 3 slot sign-ups)
Php 6,000/sign-up* = One-on-One Session***
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Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
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Option to add ingredients for additional 2pax: Php 2,550.00
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*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
*** Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS schedule/S:
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SATURDAY, September 26 at 3PM
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class 3: fiesta en
segovia
The City of Segovia is famous for many things – their lively summer fiestas such as bullfighting, religious processions, colorful parades and most especially – their legendary cochinillo.
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In this Cocina Española class, Chef Rubén teaches you how to prepare the celebratory dishes that are typical of a traditional Segovian feast – with the cochinillo or roasted suckling pig as the star of the show.
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(All class ingredients are good for 4pax)
Learn how to make
Mejillones en Escabeche
Sopas de Ajo
Cochinillo Segoviano y Patatas Panaderas
Arroz con Leche
Traditional Sangria
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SERVING SIZE: Good for 4 pax
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Chopping Board
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Kitchen Knife
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Rubber Spatula
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Ladle
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Mixing Bowl
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Oven Sauce Pan
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Deep Oven Sauce Pan (at least)
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3L Pot or Casserole
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Stove Top
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Oven that will fit the Oven Sauce Pan
PRICE
Php 5,500.00/sign-up* = Classroom Style** (up to 8 slot sign-ups)
Php 6,250.00/sign-up* = Private Group Class***(minimum of 3 slot sign-ups)
Php 7,000.00/sign-up* = One-on-One Class Session***
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Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
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Option to add ingredients for additional 4pax: Php 3,050.00
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*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
*** Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS SCHEDULE/S:
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SUNDAY, September 13 at 3:00PM
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 at 5:30PM
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class 4: costa
gallega
Be transported to the Galician coast of Spain in this Cocina Española class that highlights the fresh flavors of the sea. With Chef Rubén’s guidance, you’ll be able to learn how to prepare traditional Galician-style empanadas and the world-famous Pulpo a la Gallega.
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(All class ingredients are good for 2pax)
Learn how to make
Garbanzo Picante
Empanadillas de Atún
Pulpo a la Gallega
Filloas con Compota y Nata
Traditional Sangria
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SERVING SIZE: Good for 2 pax
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TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Chopping Board
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Kitchen Knife
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Rubber Spatula
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Rolling Pin
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Mixing Bowl
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Tongs
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Strainer
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Peeler
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Ladel
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5L Pot or Casserole
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Medium Pot
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Baking Pan/Sheet
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Frying Flat Bottom Pan
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Hand Blender or Whisk
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Stovetop
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Oven
PRICE
Php 4,250.00/sign-up* = Classroom Style** (up to 8 slots)
Php 5,000.00/sign-up* = Private Group Class***(minimum of 3 slot sign-ups)
Php 5,750.00/sign-up* = One-on-One Class Session***
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Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
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Option to add ingredients for additional 2pax: Php 2,550.00
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*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
*** Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS SCHEDULE/S:
THursday, September 3 at 5:30PM
sATURDAY, September 19 AT 3:00PM
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class 5:
a summer in spain 2.0
Our well-loved first Cocina Española class gets a delicious update. Here, Chef Rubén teaches you how to make more traditional Spanish dishes that are typically prepared during the summer and shared with friends and family. For A Summer Saturday in Spain 2.0, you’ll learn how to make the Negra recipe of Spain’s national dish, paella.
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To round out your meal, you’ll also be making a crowd favorite, Croquetas de Jamón and the classic Peras al Vino.
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(All class ingredients are good for 2pax)
Learn how to make
Mejillones al Vino Blanco
Croquetas de Jamón
Paella Negra
Peras al Vino
Traditional Sangria
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SERVING SIZE: Good for 2 pax
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Chopping board
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Kitchen Knife
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Casserole with lid 20-25 cm
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Spatula
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Serving Tray/Bowl
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Tray or canister to cool down the masa
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Whisk
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Fryer/Pot with oil to fry the Croquetas
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Kitchen Paper
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Tongs
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Paella Pan or a flat bottom pan around 30cm
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Medium Pot
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Peeler
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Strainer
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Stovetop
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Oven
PRICE
Php 4,250.00/sign-up* = Classroom Style** (up to 8 slot sign-ups)
Php 5,000.00/sign-up* = Private Group Class*** (minimum of 3 sign-ups)
Php 5,750.00/sign-up* = One-on-One Class Session***
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Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
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Option to add ingredients for additional 2pax: Php 2,550.00
NOTES:
*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
**Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS SCHEDULE/S:
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 AT 5:30PM
SUNDAY, September 20 at 3:00PM
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class 6: burnt
basque cheesecake
The Tarta de Queso Vasca is a legendary dessert that has been a part of many culinary pilgrimages to the Basque Country. In this class, Chef Rubén shares his special recipe on how to make this delicious, creamy postre at home.
Learn how to make
Burnt Basque Cheesecake
Calamansi Curd
Strawberry Coulis
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* Cake baking pan included
PRICE
Php 2,395.00/sign-up* = 15cm cake baking pan
Php 3,395.00/sign-up* = 25cm cake baking pan
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Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
NOTES:
*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
**Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS SCHEDULE/S:
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FRIDAY, September 4 AT 5:30PM
SATURDAY, September 26 at 11:00AM
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class 7: tapas
clásicas
Typically an appetizer or snack, Spanish tapas are small plates of hot or cold dishes shared amongst family and friends. In this class, Chef Rubén teaches you how to make a delicious roster of authentic tapas clásicas like Huevos Con Gambas Al Ajillo, Patatas Bravas Con Alioli and much more that are sure to be a hit in your next Spanish-themed fiesta.
Learn how to make
Ensaladilla
Huevos Con Gambas Al Ajillo
Alubias Con Butifarra Y Chipirones
Patatas Bravas Con Alioli
FlamenquÃn
Torrija Tradicional
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SERVING SIZE: Good for 2 pax
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Chopping board
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Kitchen Knife
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Bread Knife
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Peeler
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Strainer
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Rubber Spatula
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Mixing Bowl
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Spoons
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Storage Containers
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Pot
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Frying Pan
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Oven
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Stovetop/Burner
PRICE
Php 3,500.00/sign-up* = Classroom Style** (up to 8 slot sign-ups)
Php 4,250.00/sign-up* = Private Group Class*** (minimum of 3 sign-ups)
Php 5,000.00/sign-up* = One-on-One Class Session***
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-
Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
-
Option to add ingredients for additional 2pax: Php 2,300.00
NOTES:
*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
**Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS SCHEDULE/S:
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saturday, october 24 AT 3:00PM
thursday, october 29 at 5:30pM
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class 8: bogavantes
Master how to prepare a 5-course menu using the most premium catch of the sea, the bogavantes or European lobster. In this class, Chef Rubén will teach you how to flambé this key ingredient and prepare a popular Spanish seafood dish of Arroz Con Bogavante Y Almejas.
Learn how to make
Pan Con Tomate Y Jamón
Tortilla de Patatas
Setas Al Ajillo
Arroz Con Bogavante Y Almejas
Tarta de Chocolate Templada
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SERVING SIZE: Good for 4 pax
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT NEEDED
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Chopping board
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Kitchen Knife
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Bread Knife
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Peeler
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Strainer
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Small Spatula
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Rubber Spatula
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Mixing Bowl
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Spoons
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Storage Containers
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Grater
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Mallet to crack lobster claws
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Paella Pan or similar
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Pot
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Casserole Pot
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Non-stick Pan
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Frying Pan
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Oven
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Stovetop/Burner
PRICE
Php 5,750.00/sign-up* = Classroom Style** (up to 8 slot sign-ups)
Php 6,500.00/sign-up* = Private Group Class*** (minimum of 3 sign-ups)
Php 7,250.00/sign-up* = One-on-One Class Session***
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Delivery Charge will be added depending on location
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Option to add ingredients for additional 4pax: Php 3,900.00
NOTES:
*Up to 3 people may join the class per sign-up through 1 screen/device (1 Zoom invite will be given per sign-up)
**Pre-determined schedule
**Guest chooses schedule
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CLASS SCHEDULE/S:
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sunday, october 25 AT 3:00PM
friday, october 30 at 5:30pM
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