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Chawanmushi Making and Onigiri Contest

Dear Members,

I am sure many of you know of Chawanmushi, it is basically an egg custard dish served in a tea cup and it is one of the most popular comfort foods in Japan. Come down for the session and our Cuisine sub-committee will teach you how to make the wonderful custard dish and you can enjoy your delicious creation!

Additionally, engage yourselves in the exciting Onigiri Contest and explore your creativity! Rice and seaweed will be provided of course, but bring in some ingredients or garnishes to create the ultimate Onigiri! You can shape your rice ball any way you like it and decorate it with the necessary ingredients/garnishes. Whether you want to make it beautiful or tasty, it is all up to you, but the one who creates the most appealing Onigiri will receive a prize!

Attend the event and you not only get to learn how to make Chawanmushi but also enjoy it together with your creative Onigiri plus a complementary bowl of Miso soup for a sumptuous meal! Yup, Please bring your bento box as well for presentation !!!!!

Don’t miss your chance and register with us now!

Date: Saturday, 27th October 2007
Time: 10am to 12pm, (limited to 12 participants per session!)
Venue: IT5-5-15
Admission: $7 (members); $9 (non-members)

To register: Please SMS Janet at 96780395 or send an email to janet@tpjcg.org with your full name, admission number, school, year of study, and contact number (very important!).

There are only two sessions, and each session is limited to 12 participants. Sign up before it’s too late!

Please note that registration and payment is to be made latest by Thursday, 25th October 2007. SEAL points will be awarded for participation.

See you there!

Agedashi Tofu and Vegetable Tempura Making Session

Hi to all members,

Welcome to fried food haven!

This time around, we’re back to teach you how to make Japanese-style deep-fried battered dishes, namely, Agedashi Tofu and Vegetable Tempura! Create the perfect batter, which dip the food in and fry it till fluffy and crispy. These simple yet yummy delicious dishes will definitely satisfy your sinful cravings. But be sure not to eat too much!

You will get to enjoy your crispy creations with the wonderfully delicious sauce and a complementary bowl of warm Japanese rice! Sounds yummy?

Hurry, register now! Limited vacancies!

Date: Saturday, 8 September 2007
Time: 10am to 12pm (limited to 12 participants per session!)
Venue: IT5-5-15 (venue may change)
Admission: $7 (members); $9 (non-members)

To register: Please SMS Janet at 96780395 or send an email to janet@tpjcg.org with your full name, admission number, school, year of study, and contact number (this is very important!).

Session is only on first come first served basis! Sign up now before it’s too late!

Please note that registration and payment is to be made latest by Thursday, 6 September 2007. SEAL points will be awarded for your participation.

We look forward to seeing you there!

Wagashi Day

Two of our sub-committees are having a joint event! Wagashi Day is our very own way of introducing the tradition of eating confectionary sweets (wagashi) while drinking tea!

Not only will you be able to enjoy tea with sweets, our Cuisine sub-committee will teach you how to make the sweets and explore your creativity! Then, enjoy a short cultural sharing by our Arts & Entertainment sub-committee about the history and culture of tea ceremonies, and how wagashi came about, while you sip your tea!

Date: Saturday, 11 August 2007
Time: 10am to 11.30am, 12 noon to 1.30pm (limited to 8 participants per session!)
Venue: IT5-5-15
Admission: $6 (members); $8 (non-members)

To register: Please SMS Janet at 96780395 or send an email to janet@tpjcg.org with your full name, admission number, school, year of study, and contact number (very important!).

There are only two sessions, and each session is limited to 8 participants. Sign up before it’s too late!

Please note that registration and payment is to be made latest by Thursday, 9th August 2007. SEAL points will be awarded for participation. See you there!

Korokke Making Session

Hi all!

Fluffy and crispy, Japanese croquettes, better known as korokkes, are often seen at places like Korokke-chan or Japanese restaurants. These Japanese potato patties are very popular for snacks or a light lunch! Often served with tonkatsu sauce, korokkes taste good on their own as well. Wish to make your own? We’re going to teach you how!

Date: Saturday, 28 July 2007
Time: 10am to 12 noon
Venue: IT5-5-15
Admission: $5 (members); $8 (non-members)

To register: Please SMS Janet at 96780395 or send an email to janet@tpjcg.org with your full name, admission number, school, year of study, and contact number (very important!).

Please note that registration and payment is to be made latest by Wednesday, 25 July 2007. SEAL points will be awarded for participation. See you there!

Kare-raisu (Curry Rice) Making Session

Hi all!

Curry roux blocks are always a mystery to us when we see them on the supermarket shelves, sitting there, ready to be brought home and made into delicious curry.

However, not everyone tries it for fear of failing. Don’t worry! We’re having a Japanese curry cooking session this coming June! Come learn to make Japanese curry! Rice provided!

SEAL points awarded! Sign up now!

Date: Saturday, 9 June 2007
Time: 10am to 12 noon
Venue: IT5-5-24
Admission: $5 (members); $8 (non-members)

To register: Please SMS Janet at 96780395 or send an email to janet@tpjcg.org by Thursday, 7 June 2007!

It’s curry simple! Sign up today!