Black Cod and Japanese Home Cooking
Black Cod and Japanese Home Cooking
Black Cod was made famous by the restaurant NOBU for it's exotic aroma and intensive taste that melts in the mouth. It's buttery, mild and rich flavor enhanced by the sweet miso marinade has captured the heart of so many food-lovers all over the globe. It is typically served in the high-end restaurants at a price of £20 to £45, but in reality, the black cod is very easy to prepare and cook, you just need to know how!
In this class, you will learn to cook the following delicious dishes, our favourite home cooking dishes. You will also get 2 black cods, 1 to cook during the class, and another to take home to cook at home. It really cannot get better than this!
You will learn to make the following:
*Black Cod
*Ginger rice with sake and miso
*Spinach with roasted sesame seeds
*Japanese omelette
*Salad dressing with miso
*The most authentic miso soup with seasonal vegetables
Please note that the Black Cod need to be marinated and rest in the fridge for 48-72 hours. Pre-marinated fish is cooked during the class.
Including a glass of drink of your choice with the dinner.
We stock authentic Japanese sake, Japanese beer, white and red wine and various soft drinks to offer.
※The full address of the venue is confirmed on booking.
Instructor
Akemi Yokoyama
Akemi Yokoyama is a highly respected Japanese food specialist, chef, presenter, writer, and educator based in London. Her deep knowledge of Japanese food provenance stems from her father’s influence, having grown up foraging and fishing across the island of Hokkaido during her childhood.
As Principal of Sozai Cooking School, she leads acclaimed Japanese cookery classes, earning praise from UK national media. Her expertise has also been featured on major TV and radio programs, including Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch, CBBC’s Saturday Mash-Up, and BBC Radio 4’s Front Row. Most recently, she appeared on Channel 5's Faking It as a panel judge to spot the fake sushi chef.
In addition to teaching, she is a sought-after private chef, known for creating authentic and refined Japanese dining experiences.
A passionate advocate for Japanese food culture, Akemi frequently collaborates with Japanese government-related organisations and projects to promote washoku and sake across the UK and Europe. Her culinary expertise extends to Japanese fermentation, crafting a variety of miso at home and exploring traditional preservation techniques.
With a unique ability to blend historical knowledge, technical skill, and engaging storytelling, Akemi is a dynamic force in the world of Japanese cuisine, ensuring its traditions continue to thrive on an international stage.
Member of Japanese Culinary Academy, UK
Certified miso sommelier, Japan
Certified koji making instructor, The Koji Academy, Japan
International Wine Challenge Sake Judge
British Sake Association Culinary Committee
I had been wanting to take a workshop in miso making for a long time and my 1-1 class with Akemi was everything I’d hoped for and more.
She took me through all the steps to make miso after which we made three snacks with some of her home made miso and then enjoyed eating them with a glass of wine. That’s my idea of a perfect cooking class!
The class was well organised and Akemi is a fermentation master who is an excellent teacher. She’s very friendly and makes you feel relaxed and welcome in her home. I took home my jar of miso along with a goodie bag and the recipes for miso and the snacks we made.
I’m so pleased I signed up for the class and am hoping to take a tofu class with her soon.
My husband and I attended the Ramen lesson and a fantastic evening. The teacher made the whole thing engaging and simple, answered all my daft questions with patience and we ended up eating the most delicious food. Also had a little goody bag to take home. I would thoroughly recommend- you won’t regret it!
I’ve taken a couple of classes (miso/Tofu making) and both have been really useful. The classes are structured so that you learn a lot and try a few recipes. The setting is friendly and relaxed. I highly recommend these classes.