Gourdoughs- its not just donuts; these are much more than that, these are fancy, gourmet, delicious works of art in a donut form. I was introduced to this place recently by my daughters Girl Scout troop leader who took us … read more
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In our trip to Las Vegas we were getting together with good friends and celebrating. For this celebratory evening, we chose a Thai restaurant since both our families like thai cuisine. Hence we dined in Lemongrass, the Thai restaurant … read more
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Learn how to cook new recipes and enjoy the experience of learning new cuisines. You will get to understand and discern between spices and flavors, learn the right techniques while you savor the art of cooking Indian food.
The classes will be hands on to people of all skill levels, beginner to experienced.
Classes are conducted in small groups by appointment in my kitchen. Also classes are conducted at different locations.
Upcoming Class at Faradays Kitchen Store
Wednesday, September,19th, 2012
6pm to 8pm
A Tour of India Cooking Class on Wednesday, Sept. 19th
A Tour of India Cooking Class on Wednesday, Sept. 19th After spending a good portion of the summer in her home country, Chef Birjis Rashed returns refreshed, and inspired by the open-air marketplaces she visited to bring us a Tour of India Cooking Class on Wednesday, September 19th from 6 to 8 pm.
Menu for this spicy and exciting class includes: Crunchy Samosas, stuffed with spicy potatoes, deep fried to golden brown; Butter Chicken Masala- a popular delicacy made with boneless chicken, marinated, grilled and cooked in masala sauce; Naan bread; Fragrant Basmati Rice Palav cooked with spices and herbs; Raita (Yogurt chutney with onion, peppers, cucumbers, and herbs); and for dessert, Kheer Rice Pudding made with milk, rice and dry fruits.
If you haven’t been to one of Chef Birjis’s classes yet, be prepared for a culinary feast better than any restaurant around! The cost for this class is $49 per person. Reserve your spot by calling Faradays Kitchen: 266-5666
http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
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Wednesday, February 15th, 2012
6pm to 8pm
http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
Enjoy a culinary tour of India with Chef Birjis Rashed!
Menu includes: “Gobi 65” Spicy Cauliflower Fritters; Goat Kadhai Curry; Palak Paneer (Spiced Spinach and Cheese); Naan (Indian Flatbread); and for dessert, a cool and refreshing Mango Lassi. The price for this class is $45.
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http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
6 pm- 8 pm
Chef Birjis Rashed will be preparing a tantalizing menu of her favorite dishes from India.
Dishes to be prepared include: Onion Pakodi- Deep fried onion fritters; Lamb Chops cooked in a Curry of Black Pepper, Green Cilantro and Spicy Jalapenos; Peas Palao- Basmati Rice cooked with peas, herbs and spices; Carrot Raita- Yogurt Chutney mixed with grated Carrot and seasoned with Tadka; and Kheer- a Sweet Rice and Milk-based dessert garnished with dried fruits. The cost for this class is $45.00 per person.
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http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
6pm- 8pm
Come and experience the Exotic Spices of Indian Cuisine with Chef Birjis Rashed.
Menu includes: Samosas – Crunchy savory pastries stuffed with spicy potatoes and deep fried to a golden brown; Tandoori Chicken – Chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and oven baked to perfection; Zeera Palao – cumin and caraway flavored Fried Basmati Rice; Raita – Yogurt Chutney with onion, peppers, cucumbers and herbs; and Bakhlava – Deliciously scrumptious pistachio and vermicelli dessert squares for a sweet finish. The cost for this class is $45.00 per person.
Class at the Culinary Academy of Austin.
http://www.culinaryacademyofaustin.com/CAOANewSubPortal/FunCookingClasses.htm
Saturday, January 17th
10am – 1pm
Royal Kabobs and the Spices That Make Them!
Instructor: Guest Chef Birjis A Rashed
Have you ever had succulent kabobs at a fancy restaurant and wished you could have had them more often? Now here's your chance! Learn how to make exotic kabobs with simple techniques with guest chef Birjis A Rashed. While making Shish Kabob, Beef Boti Kabob and Chicken Tikka Kabob, you will learn to distinguish various Indian spices and how just the right amount of the right spice can make the recipe unique and authentically delicious.
Hot Sweet Spicy Recipes will introduce you to a royal drama created with exotic spices, rich flavors, aromatic senses and exquisite colors. This drama is called cooking!
Cooking is both an art and science besides being a pleasure. Food is a gift from God, but what man creates out of it is an art and skill which can be learnt by practice, inclination and love for good food. Lastly you will also need a good recipe to create this piece of tasteful art!
This site will be regularly updated with easy, authentic and gourmet recipes. You will be introduced to international cuisine from all over the world, but largely Indian cuisine from south Asia and the land of spice, India. The recipes will range from hot and spicy vegetarian, non-vegetarian, meat, poultry and seafood; delicious desserts for the sweet tooth; hot and cold drinks and beverages, fresh breads and naans, healthy high-protein diet food, low-fat high calorie recipes, to eggless dessert possibilities!
You will also get coached to basic skills of cooking, the understanding of spices and herbs, food conversions and equivalents, cooking shortcuts and food terminology. We will also have guest chefs talk about various cuisines and their specialty recipes. We will blog about food, the cultures of food, festive cooking, party planning, entertaining, restaurant reviews, therapeutic and alternative benefits of spices and herbs, healthy eating habits, and anything and everything about good food!
You can write to me- Birjis-at-
Cinnamon Botanical Name: Cinnamomum Verum; Hindi- Dalchini / Chakla Star Anise Botanical name: Illicium Verum Cloves Botanical Name: Syzygium aromaticum; Hindi Name: Laung Turmeric Botanical Name: Curcuma longa; Hindi Name: Haldi
Learn how to cook new recipes and enjoy the experience of learning new cuisines. You will get to understand and discern between spices and flavors, learn the right techniques while you savor the art of cooking Indian food.
The classes will be hands on to people of all skill levels, beginner to experienced.
Classes are conducted in small groups by appointment in my kitchen. Also classes are conducted at different locations.
Upcoming Class at Faradays Kitchen Store
Wednesday, September,19th, 2012
6pm to 8pm
A Tour of India Cooking Class on Wednesday, Sept. 19th
A Tour of India Cooking Class on Wednesday, Sept. 19th After spending a good portion of the summer in her home country, Chef Birjis Rashed returns refreshed, and inspired by the open-air marketplaces she visited to bring us a Tour of India Cooking Class on Wednesday, September 19th from 6 to 8 pm.
Menu for this spicy and exciting class includes: Crunchy Samosas, stuffed with spicy potatoes, deep fried to golden brown; Butter Chicken Masala- a popular delicacy made with boneless chicken, marinated, grilled and cooked in masala sauce; Naan bread; Fragrant Basmati Rice Palav cooked with spices and herbs; Raita (Yogurt chutney with onion, peppers, cucumbers, and herbs); and for dessert, Kheer Rice Pudding made with milk, rice and dry fruits.
If you haven’t been to one of Chef Birjis’s classes yet, be prepared for a culinary feast better than any restaurant around! The cost for this class is $49 per person. Reserve your spot by calling Faradays Kitchen: 266-5666
http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
***
Wednesday, February 15th, 2012
6pm to 8pm
http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
Enjoy a culinary tour of India with Chef Birjis Rashed!
Menu includes: “Gobi 65” Spicy Cauliflower Fritters; Goat Kadhai Curry; Palak Paneer (Spiced Spinach and Cheese); Naan (Indian Flatbread); and for dessert, a cool and refreshing Mango Lassi. The price for this class is $45.
***
http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
6 pm- 8 pm
Chef Birjis Rashed will be preparing a tantalizing menu of her favorite dishes from India.
Dishes to be prepared include: Onion Pakodi- Deep fried onion fritters; Lamb Chops cooked in a Curry of Black Pepper, Green Cilantro and Spicy Jalapenos; Peas Palao- Basmati Rice cooked with peas, herbs and spices; Carrot Raita- Yogurt Chutney mixed with grated Carrot and seasoned with Tadka; and Kheer- a Sweet Rice and Milk-based dessert garnished with dried fruits. The cost for this class is $45.00 per person.
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http://faradayskitchenstore.com/cooking.html
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
6pm- 8pm
Come and experience the Exotic Spices of Indian Cuisine with Chef Birjis Rashed.
Menu includes: Samosas – Crunchy savory pastries stuffed with spicy potatoes and deep fried to a golden brown; Tandoori Chicken – Chicken marinated in yogurt and spices and oven baked to perfection; Zeera Palao – cumin and caraway flavored Fried Basmati Rice; Raita – Yogurt Chutney with onion, peppers, cucumbers and herbs; and Bakhlava – Deliciously scrumptious pistachio and vermicelli dessert squares for a sweet finish. The cost for this class is $45.00 per person.
Class at the Culinary Academy of Austin.
http://www.culinaryacademyofaustin.com/CAOANewSubPortal/FunCookingClasses.htm
Saturday, January 17th
10am – 1pm
Royal Kabobs and the Spices That Make Them!
Instructor: Guest Chef Birjis A Rashed
Have you ever had succulent kabobs at a fancy restaurant and wished you could have had them more often? Now here's your chance! Learn how to make exotic kabobs with simple techniques with guest chef Birjis A Rashed. While making Shish Kabob, Beef Boti Kabob and Chicken Tikka Kabob, you will learn to distinguish various Indian spices and how just the right amount of the right spice can make the recipe unique and authentically delicious.