Aida’s Palestinian Soups & Salads Experience
Menu:
1. Lentil Soup (Shorbat Adas)
A warm, comforting classic made with red lentils, onions, garlic, and a touch of cumin. Guests will learn to create a creamy, flavorful soup without using cream, and understand its significance as a staple of everyday Palestinian meals.
2. Freekeh Soup with Vegetables
Hearty roasted green wheat cooked with fresh vegetables and herbs. This smoky, nutritious soup is traditionally served during family gatherings, and guests will master cooking freekeh perfectly while layering flavors.
3. Chicken and Vermicelli Soup (Shorbat Dajaj Bil Sh’ariyah)
A light, aromatic soup with tender chicken, toasted vermicelli, and subtle spices. Guests will practice cooking meat and pasta together for a perfectly balanced texture.
4. Fattoush
A vibrant salad of crisp vegetables, fresh herbs, and toasted Arabic bread, dressed in a tangy sumac-lemon dressing. Guests will learn chopping, tossing, and balancing acidity.
5. Tabbouleh
A parsley and bulgur salad mixed with tomatoes, cucumber, mint, and lemon-olive oil dressing. Guests will learn fine chopping techniques and how to bring out fresh flavors.
6. Cucumber Yogurt Salad (Khyar bi Laban)
A cooling, creamy salad of yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and mint. Guests will learn how to balance creaminess and freshness—a perfect complement to soups.
Experience Highlights:
• Hands-on preparation of 6 authentic Palestinian soups and salads
• Master seasoning, textures, and fresh flavor balancing
• Learn the cultural stories behind each dish
• Enjoy your creations at the end of class
Aida’s Palestinian Soups & Salads Experience – In Detail
Join me, Aida, a professional chef and culinary entrepreneur with over 15 years of experience sharing Palestinian flavors and traditions. In this hands-on cooking class, you’ll explore the fresh, vibrant flavors of Palestinian soups and salads while learning practical skills to recreate these dishes at home. This in-person class is for women only, creating a relaxed and comfortable environment to cook, learn, and connect. The venue is conveniently located just a 5-minute walk from the nearest station, making it easy to reach. For those who cannot attend in person, online classes are available for both women and men, so anyone can join from the comfort of their own kitchen.
Menu & Class Flow:
• Welcome & Introduction (10 minutes): I’ll greet you, introduce the ingredients, and explain the cultural significance of each dish.
• Lentil Soup (Shorbat Adas, 20 minutes): Guests will learn to cook red lentils to perfection, balance spices, and achieve a smooth, creamy texture without cream. Lentil soup is a beloved staple of Palestinian everyday meals.
• Freekeh Soup with Vegetables (20 minutes): Learn to cook smoky roasted green wheat with fresh vegetables and herbs for a hearty, flavorful soup, commonly served during family gatherings.
• Chicken & Vermicelli Soup (Shorbat Dajaj Bil Sh’ariyah, 20 minutes): Practice cooking tender chicken with toasted vermicelli and subtle spices, mastering timing and texture for a light yet satisfying soup.
• Fattoush & Tabbouleh (15 minutes): Guests will chop, toss, and balance acidity and freshness in these classic salads. Fattoush combines crisp vegetables and toasted bread with a tangy sumac-lemon dressing, while Tabbouleh showcases parsley, bulgur, tomatoes, and mint for a bright, refreshing flavor.
• Cucumber Yogurt Salad (Khyar bi Laban, 10 minutes): Learn to create a cooling, creamy salad of yogurt, cucumber, garlic, and mint—a perfect complement to soups.
Skills Guests Will Learn:
• Cooking lentils, freekeh, and vermicelli perfectly
• Layering flavors and balancing spices for soups
• Chopping, tossing, and flavor-balancing for salads
• Preparing fresh dressings and creamy yogurt-based sauces
• Presentation tips for a beautiful, authentic Palestinian table
Cultural Importance:
Each dish highlights the richness of Palestinian culinary traditions: soups provide warmth, comfort, and family nourishment, while salads emphasize freshness, balance, and vibrant flavors. Guests leave not only with practical cooking skills but also a deeper connection to the stories and traditions behind each dish. With 15 years of running my own cooking business, I bring both professional expertise and personal passion to every class, making sure every guest feels confident, inspired, and connected to Palestinian cuisine.
aida
Hi, I’m Aida! Cooking has always been my passion, and I love sharing the flavors of Palestine with others. In my classes, we’ll make traditional dishes like Maqluba and Mujaddara together, learning tips and tricks along the way. It’s hands-on, fun, and relaxed—perfect whether you’re new to cooking or already love spending time in the kitchen. I focus on fresh, simple ingredients and authentic flavors, and I’ll share the stories behind each dish so you can really feel the culture as you cook. My goal is for you to leave inspired, with new skills, delicious food, and a little bit of Palestine in your heart.
The closest station
shinagawa station
How to get to the station?
From central gate : 5mins
Exact location provided after booking.
It costs 65 per person.
Yes, From Kitchen to Culture: Palestinian Cooking Class has a vegan option.
Yes, From Kitchen to Culture: Palestinian Cooking Class has a vegetarian option.
Up to 10 people can join aida's cooking class.
Duration of this cooking class is 4 hours.
You will receive the confirmation within 24 hours.
We accepts these cards on airKitchen.
Cancellations up to 48 hours prior to the class begins will be fully refunded by the airKitchen cancellation policy.
