Malaysia Nyonya Laksa Outdoor Cooking Class
Schedule
Sat May 03 2025 at 11:00 am to 05:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Totterdown Street Market | London, EN

About this Event
About:
Malaysia Nyonya Laksa is a flavourful noodle soup originating from the Peranakan culture, a blend of Chinese and Malay influences in Malaysia and Singapore. The name "Nyonya" refers to the women of this community, who played a significant role in creating this culinary hybrid. Nyonya Laksa reflects the cultural exchange and creativity of the Peranakan women, combining Chinese ingredients with Malay spices and cooking techniques. This dish is a testament to the community's rich culinary heritage.
Nyonya Laksa typically features thick rice noodles or vermicelli, accompanied by prawns, fish cakes, bean sprouts, and fresh vegetables. Herbs like laksa leaves and torch ginger add a fragrant touch. The dish balances spicy, sour, salty, and sweet flavours.
For those new to this dish, Malaysia Nyonya Laksa offers an exciting culinary adventure with its unique blend of Asian spices and creamy texture, making it a must-try for anyone interested in exploring Southeast Asian cuisine.
The Class:
Our class provides step-by-step instruction for cooking one of the most popular Malaysia dishes, and a tasting of the cooked meal after the class. Here are some features of our course:
- Offer students a unique opportunity to learn how to cook Malaysia Nyonya Laksa in outdoor setting, with skilled and friendly teachers who can impart the secrets of Malaysian Nyonya cooking to you in a fun atmosphere
- Learn about the authentic ingredients that involved in making the Malaysia Laksa Noodle soup.
- Watch our chef as she demonstrates the art in both simple and more exotic preparations.
- Working in pair, each student will be provided with an cooking station and equipment, where you will learn how to prepare and cook Malaysia Nyonya Laksa
- Feasting on your own creations and taking food home
- Receive a digital copy of the take-home recipe
Class Size:
There will be 2 sessions on the event date, and maximum 20 participants per session. There will be a blend of working individually, cooking in pairs to ensure you get the most out of your course with us. Don't worry if you book alone, we will make sure you have someone to share the workload with. The teacher will tailor your experience to your culinary skill level, so everyone can follow along.
Menu:
- Malaysia Nyonya Laksa
This class includes:
- A welcome drink
- An apron to wear in class
- All ingredients (for each participant)
- Cooking equipment (for 2 person per station)
- Recipe Card
- You will be given an e-copy recipe to recreate at home
- We do the washing up; you relax and focus on your cooking skills
- Enjoy your Malaysia Nyonya Laksa
Important Information:
- Due to the risk of cross-contamination from ingredients containing shellfish, this class is not suitable for people with shellfish allergies and with vegetarian or vegan dietery requirements.
- This class uses coconut products, it is not possible to arrange substitutions for these ingredients.
- Advanced written warning of any food allergies or dietary requirements is needed. We cannot guarantee to accommodate all allergies and dietary requirements, please contact us before booking if you have a dietary requirement or allergy.
- The Malaysia Nyonya Laksa has mild spice kick, but still it is delightful to eat.
- Classes are only for participants aged 16 or older. Participants aged 16 or 17 must be accompanied by an adult participant for the duration of the class.
- Classes are for paid participants only, we cannot accommodate extra guests as spectators.
- Once the class is booked, there is no refund.
Where is it happening?
Totterdown Street Market, 1 Totterdown Street, London, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
GBP 32.13
