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<strong>2008</strong> <strong>cooking</strong> <strong>classes</strong><strong>and</strong> <strong>tour</strong> <strong>schedule</strong>“An invitation to <strong>Tony</strong>Tan’s for a meal issomething to beeagerly anticipated.His <strong>cooking</strong> is savoury,masterly <strong>and</strong> absolutely”— Stephanie Alex<strong>and</strong>ermouthwatering.<strong>Tony</strong> Tan’s <strong>classes</strong> are proudly supportedby Brown Brothers <strong>and</strong> Miele.www.brownbrothers.com.auwww.brownbrothers.com.auwww.brownbrothers.com.auwww.brownbrothers.com.auwww.brownbrothers.com.auwww.brownbrothers.com.auwww.brownbrothers.com.auwww.miele.com.auwww.miele.com.auwww.miele.com.auwww.miele.com.authe unlimitedcuisine company28A Lansell Road, Toorak,Melbourne, Australia 3142Phone: (03) 9827 7347Fax: (03) 9826 4977www.tonytan.com.auHello. Now that the <strong>cooking</strong> schoolis bedded down, let me tell youwhat a whopper of a year 2007 was.It began with the realisation of my dream– to build a space dedicated purely to teach<strong>and</strong> enjoy great food. It also provided avenue for our local heroes <strong>and</strong> Singapore’sgastro-temple, Iggy’s (wasn’t that classmemorable?) to share their fantastic skillsin a professional environment. Then forit to be nominated by The Australian asVictoria’s Best Food Experience was beyondall my expectations.Well, <strong>2008</strong> is shaping up to be anothergreat year. Firstly, the line up of chefs <strong>and</strong>specialists who will share their secretsis pretty impressive. They are not onlydedicated to their metier but they are alsogenerous to a fault. From Sydney, I amthrilled <strong>and</strong> honoured to announce ChuiLee Luk from 3-hatted Claude’s, BrentSavage from 2-hatted Bentley Restaurant& Bar, Justin North from 2-hatted Becasse<strong>and</strong> Gourmet Traveller’s Food Director,Emma Knowles. These Sydneysiders are atthe top of the culinary tree <strong>and</strong> their <strong>classes</strong>will undoubtedly take us to new levels ofgastronomic appreciation.From Victoria, our culinary stars includeDan Hunter from the Royal Mail Hotel,Ben Shewry from 2-hattted Attica, MichaelLambie from 2-hatted Taxi Dining Room,Greg Feck of the newly-revamped Sapore,Zoi Condos from Sweet Source AndrewMcConnell from 2-hatted 312 Restaurant<strong>and</strong> Philippe Mouchel from his 1-hattedBrasserie. Collectively, they all share thesame vision – <strong>and</strong> that’s the quest forperfection in their field of cuisine butalways <strong>cooking</strong> food with an infusion ofsoul <strong>and</strong> personality.From my larder, to complement theextraordinary talents of the guest chefs plusexpectations of my regulars, new <strong>classes</strong>include One Wok Wonders, Tang Dynasty,Men @ Work, Wagyu – An Evening withDavid Blackmore <strong>and</strong> The Banquet. Asusual, I will cover most of the foods of Asia<strong>and</strong> also topics that are dear to me – withnew recipes of course.Tours. I travel in search of life’scomplexity through food. While many of usview food as nothing but fuel – for me, it’sa cultural, social, creative <strong>and</strong>, gastronomicexperience – sometimes encountering adish with all these components that it’sworth the journey just for it. To experiencethese layers in situ, I invite you to join meon these tailor-made journeys to China inSeptember or Spain in October. China isa very personal journey for its cuisine thathas nurtured me since childhood. And yetits regional styles are so vast that they defydescription in a capsule. Imagine etherealfood, exquisite flavours, snow cappedmountains, plunging rapids, imperialpalaces, bold modernity, The Great Wall<strong>and</strong> where living is for eating. Spain isabout romance, unleashing suppressedcreativity, raw energy <strong>and</strong> expressingits cuisine beautifully on the plate. Acountry of unfettered imagination, whitevillages, Latino machismo, dizzy flamenco,breathtaking wineries, tapas, sherry, Bilbao’sGuggenheim Museum <strong>and</strong> enchantingMoorish architecture.To the participants <strong>and</strong> the guest-chefs,thank you. To The Australian, thank you fornominating the school as State Finalist forthe Best Food Experience Award.Cooking has no borders – only poorimagination holds us back. Eating is aboutpleasure <strong>and</strong> feeding our souls. See yousoon.PS: With exp<strong>and</strong>ed facilities, the <strong>cooking</strong>school is available for team-buildingworkshops, photo shoots <strong>and</strong> private<strong>cooking</strong> <strong>classes</strong>.PPS: Oh, Tania Visentini from Ludo isthe lucky winner of the 3 night stay at thefabulous Nam Hai Resort in Vietnam.


<strong>2008</strong> CLASS AND TOUR SCHEDULEFEBRUARYFri 29 7-10pm Claude’s Classics $135MARCHMon 10 7-10pm Authentic Thai $115Tue 11 7-10pm Authentic Thai $115Mon 17 7-10pm Brent’s Mod Menu $130Sat 29 10am-3pm Thai Workshop $185Mon 31 7-10pm One Wok Wonders $115APRILTues 1 7-10pm One Wok Wonders $115Sat 5 10am-3pm Quintessential China Workshop $185Tue 8 7-10pm Becasse Signature Dishes $130Mon 14 7-10pm Totally Hong Kong $115Tue 15 7-10pm Totally Hong Kong $115Fri 18 10am-1pm Market Walk $85Sat 19 10am-3pm Vietnamese Workshop $185Mon 21 7-10pm Autumn Entertaining $115MAYSat 10 10am-3pm Men @ Work $185Mon 12 7-10pm Spanish Tapas $115Tue 13 7-10pm Spanish Tapas $115Mon 19 7-10pm Crossing Culinary Borders $115Tue 20 7-10pm Crossing Culinary Borders $115Mon 26 7-10pm Nonya Secrets $115Tue 27 7-10pm Nonya Secrets $115Sat 31 10am-3pm Thai Workshop $185JUNETue 3 7-10pm Tang Dynasty $115Fri 13 10am-1pm Market Walk $85Mon 16 7-10pm Dan’s New Frontiers $130Mon 23 7-10pm Modern Chinese $115Tue 24 7-10pm Modern Chinese $115Sat 28 10am-3pm Spice Therapy $185Mon 30 7-10pm Essence of Ben $130JULYTue 1 7-10pm Real Vietnamese $115Wed 2 7-10pm Real Vietnamese $115Mon 7 7-10pm New Shanghai $115Tue 8 7-10pm New Shanghai $115Mon 14 7-10pm Emma’s Bastille Day Dinner $130Sat 19 10am-3pm Fresh Catch workshop $185Mon 21 7-10pm Wagyu – David Blackmore $120Sat 26 10am-3pm Flat Breads & Curries $185Tue 29 7-10pm Greg’s Mod Mediterranean $130AUGUSTSat 2 10am-3pm Spanish H<strong>and</strong>s-on $185Mon 4 7-10pm Winter Seafood $115Tue 5 7-10pm Winter Seafood $115Mon 11 7-10pm Taxi’s Favourites $130Sat 16 10am-3pm H<strong>and</strong>s-on Yum Cha $185Mon 18 7-10pm Zoi’s Sweet Finale $130Mon 25 7-10pm Beyond Sichuan Flavours $115Tue 26 7-10pm Beyond Sichuan Flavours $115SEPTEMBERMon 1 7-10pm <strong>Tony</strong>’s Choice $115Tue 2 7-10pm <strong>Tony</strong>’s Choice $115Mon 8 7-10pm Sexy Healthy Gourmet $115Tue 9 7-10pm Sexy Healthy Gourmet $115Mon 29 7-10pm Andrew McConnell 312 Hits $1309-21 September Gourmet China Tour from $7,390OCTOBER15–28 October Gourmet Spain Tour POASat 4 10am-3pm Spice Therapy $185Tue 7 7-10pm Simply Philippe Mouchel $130NOVEMBERSat 8 10am-3pm H<strong>and</strong>s-on <strong>Tony</strong>’s Choice $185Mon 10 7-10pm Summer Entertaining $115Tue 11 7-10pm Summer Entertaining $115Mon 17 7-10pm Christmas Cookery $115Tue 18 7-10pm Christmas Cookery $115Mon 24 7-10pm The Banquet $115Tue 25 7-10pm The Banquet $115All prices include GST.CLASS DESCRIPTIONSFEBRUARYIn conjunction with MelbourneFood Wine Festival, Australia’s onlyfemale 3-hatted chef, Chui Lee Lukfrom Claude’s French Restaurantwill conduct a once-only session,Claude’s Classics. Her <strong>cooking</strong>is thought-provoking, intelligent<strong>and</strong> subversively edgy: groundedin French classical techniques withwhimsical Asian sensibilities, thisis food that will linger long in thememory. If only I can cook like her!MARCHIf you love Authentic Thai foodwith a twist, this is the class foryou. Learn to cook the distinctiveregional styles of Thail<strong>and</strong> focusingon curry pastes, the raunchy hot,sour, sweet, salty <strong>and</strong> bitter flavours,invigorating salads <strong>and</strong> somedelightful unusual ingredients that Idiscovered recently in Richmond.Labelled by critics as possiblyAustralia’s Ferran Adria minusthe molecular fluff, Brent Savage,ex-Mrs Jones, <strong>and</strong> 2005 Chef ofthe Year is an original. Driven <strong>and</strong>passionate, humble <strong>and</strong> generous,his <strong>cooking</strong> at Sydney’s 2-hattedBentley Restaurant & Bar is theclosest thing to the extraordinaryinnovative Spanish <strong>cooking</strong>I’ve been raving about. But thecomparison ends here for while hissoars with creations like impossiblybold white anchovy sticks withpistachio praline, he’s groundedwith the most divine creamyartichoke custard with soy beans.Book early for Brent’s Mod Menu.Thai Workshop. A 5-hourintensive session of making spicepastes, salads, curries, stir-friesfollowed by a stunning dessert.We learn to balance flavours withsensational combinations to createauthentic dishes that reflect theearth, the sea, the individuality <strong>and</strong>the rich diversity of Thail<strong>and</strong>.If there’s one kitchen utensil that’sindispensable, it’s the wok. OneWok Wonders is all about <strong>cooking</strong>with this amazing <strong>and</strong> versatileinstrument. Its curved surfacedistributes heat evenly so meals canbe delivered in a jiffy. If you’re timepoorbut still want food with thewow factor, this is the class for you.6 dishes, one wok!APRILOne Wok Wonders – please seedescription in March.Author of ‘Becasse; Inspirations& Flavours’ <strong>and</strong> the brilliant ‘FrenchLessons’, Justin North is not onlya chef of tremendous refinementbut he also champions quality smallproducers. A model of precision,elegance <strong>and</strong> quiet resolve, histeaching style is relaxed <strong>and</strong> spellbinding.Becasse Signature Dishesare not only approachable but everymouthful a taste sensation.A hit last year, QuintessentialChina is a h<strong>and</strong>s-on class that willtake you beyond bok choy, sweet<strong>and</strong> sour, lemon chicken <strong>and</strong> friedrice! In their place is an intensivesession on how to coax flavoursfrom top-grade soy sauce, sesameoil, chillies, roasted sesame seedpaste, lesser-known greens to matchwith the best of our local produce.Totally Hong Kong are <strong>classes</strong>dedicated to the Chinese masterchefsthat I had the pleasure ofjudging at the Hong Kong Best ofthe Best Culinary Competition lastyear. Essentially Cantonese <strong>cooking</strong>,it is lifting the cuisine to a higherlevel of appreciation without usingcostly ingredients. Instead, everydaystaples are skilfully combinedwith techniques to create complexflavours.In Vietnamese h<strong>and</strong>s-onworkshop, we explore the cleanprecise flavours of Vietnam. Withits emphasis on fresh herbs, rawvegetables <strong>and</strong> light seasonings, itis not only ideal for our modernlifestyles but it is also vital. Wediscover colonial imprints <strong>and</strong>delightful regional differences– from the north, the centre <strong>and</strong> thesouth <strong>and</strong> why they have influencedthe Vietnamese palate.As we move into mid-Autumn,quinces, mushrooms, pomegranates<strong>and</strong> oysters are at their peak.So are quails <strong>and</strong> game alongwith persimmon. This is thefirst of a series of season driven<strong>classes</strong> simply called AutumnEntertaining <strong>and</strong> the dishes areWestern in flavour <strong>and</strong> techniquebut always executed with mydistinctive style.Market Walk. If you love Asian<strong>cooking</strong> <strong>and</strong> if you are confused bythe myriad sauces <strong>and</strong> ingredientsat Chinese, Vietnamese <strong>and</strong> Thaigrocers, spend some qualitytime with me as I guide youthrough some of the best shops ofRichmond’s Little Vietnam. Lightlunch included. Limited numbers.MAYMen @ Work h<strong>and</strong>s-on concernsthe more sophisticated man whowishes to exp<strong>and</strong> his culinaryskills beyond the basics. Whiletechniques like marinating, panfrying,grilling <strong>and</strong> baking willbe covered, the emphasis is tolearn <strong>and</strong> cook seasonal, deliciousrestaurant-quality food withoutaligning yourself to just one cuisine<strong>and</strong> your don’t have to be a rocketscientist! Menu planning will alsobe covered on this convivial day.Spanish Tapas is the fruit ofeight years of intensive eating tapas<strong>and</strong> learning from Spanish friendsincluding Teresa Barrenechea, aformer Melbourne Master Classpresenter <strong>and</strong> Gabriela Llamas, oneof Spain’s best cookery teachers. Ifyou love casual eating, extra-virginolive oil, piquillo peppers, saffron,chorizo <strong>and</strong> seductive jamon, this isthe class for you.


Booked out last year, CrossingCulinary Borders is a selection ofrecipes that incorporates my lovefor creating dishes based on myyears of <strong>cooking</strong> professionally.They embrace Asian ingredientswith Western techniques orvice versa <strong>and</strong> the end result isa symphony of taste sensationsprepared with ease.Nonya Secrets are <strong>classes</strong> basedon the fascinating <strong>cooking</strong> of theStraits Chinese or Peranakans whosettled in Malaysia <strong>and</strong> Singaporesome 500 years ago. CombiningChinese <strong>and</strong> Malay <strong>cooking</strong>methods <strong>and</strong> ingredients, the foodis opulent <strong>and</strong> ‘romantic’, intriguing<strong>and</strong> utterly delicious. It is neitherMalay nor Chinese. It’s unique.Think fragrance <strong>and</strong> a <strong>cooking</strong> stylenew to Australia!Thai Workshop. Please seedescription in March.JUNEI love verjuice <strong>and</strong> the range ofvinegars that span across Asia <strong>and</strong>Europe. I also love how members ofthe citrus family create complex tart<strong>and</strong> smooth notes in savoury dishes<strong>and</strong> desserts. Another first-timetopic, Tang Dynasty will explorehow to use kumquats, kaffir limes,lemons <strong>and</strong> oranges as well as someexceptional vinegars (includingPedro Ximenez) to create disheswith zing – ranging from a soup, aceviche, a trotter, a chook, a sorbet<strong>and</strong> a tart.Market Walk. Second series ona cook’s <strong>tour</strong> to the Vietnamese,Chinese <strong>and</strong> Cambodian grocersin Richmond. Small group. Pleasecheck April <strong>schedule</strong> for details.Possibly Australia’s best regionalrestaurant, <strong>and</strong> definitely one ofour most awesome talents, DanHunter’s (of the Royal Mail inDunkeld) <strong>cooking</strong> is a symphonyof lightness, restraint <strong>and</strong> superbskill. Former head chef of Mugaritz,his smoked tuna broth withwisps of edible herbs <strong>and</strong> shootsis nothing short of magical. Astaunch believer of seasonality, anadvocate of culinary coherence <strong>and</strong>,with a balanced view on moderntechnology, his session, Dan’s NewFrontiers, is a must for serious foodlovers <strong>and</strong> budding chefs.Modern Chinese is a topic Iadore. It focuses on the creativetalents of young Singaporean <strong>and</strong>Malaysian chefs who are marryingChinese <strong>cooking</strong> techniques<strong>and</strong> ingredients from China,Southeast Asia <strong>and</strong> presenting themcreatively. Ever tasted salt-bakedfish encrusted with star anise <strong>and</strong>black cardamom? That’s modChinese. Learn how to create bold,imaginative <strong>and</strong> outst<strong>and</strong>ing dishesthat will thrill even jaded palates.Always popular <strong>and</strong> alwaysrelevant, Spice Therapy is a 5-hourh<strong>and</strong>s-on session. It’s an incrediblevoyage into the selection, culinaryusage of whole <strong>and</strong> blendedspices in both traditional <strong>and</strong>contemporary <strong>cooking</strong>. We will usefresh herbs <strong>and</strong> a range of chillies—both dried <strong>and</strong> fresh—to createnew dimensions in savoury <strong>and</strong>sweet dishes. New recipes.Not many chefs in Melbournehave made such an impact asBen Shewry of Attica Restaurantin 2007. This is surely due to theenormous talents of this young,caring cook who is very much onthe ascendency. Gourmet Travellersums him as “Bold without beingpretentious, dynamic withoutbeing faddish.” Another original,his dishes mesmerise <strong>and</strong> provoke<strong>and</strong> in, Essence of Ben, he willdemonstrate the complexity of hisdelicious creations.JULYVietnamese cuisine is influencedby the French <strong>and</strong> the Chinese butmostly, it is shaped by a l<strong>and</strong> ofbreathtaking beauty. It uses herbsnot only to create layers of flavoursbut also an irresistible freshnessnot seen in other Asian cuisines.Fragrant, light <strong>and</strong> appealing,Real Vietnamese is ideal for anyoccasion from a quick lunch to arelaxed dinner party.New Shanghai concerns thefood of China’s most cosmopolitancity <strong>and</strong> its surrounding regions.It is also a tribute to my friend,Jereme Leong, one of China’ssuper stars who is revolutionisingShanghainese <strong>cooking</strong>. This newstyle is elegant <strong>and</strong> chic <strong>and</strong> thefood is light with bold flavoursderived from rock sugar, darksauces <strong>and</strong> goji berries.Emma Knowles worked atSydney’s Salt, Cicada <strong>and</strong> MattMoran’s Aria restaurant beforebecoming Food Director ofGourmet Traveller. A consummateresearcher <strong>and</strong> a meticulouscook, her excellent recipes inthe magazine say it all. She willpresent a contemporary BastilleDay Dinner packed with layersof flavour <strong>and</strong> time-honouredtechniques.David Blackmore is the leader<strong>and</strong> pioneer of the Wagyu beefindustry <strong>and</strong> his Wagyu is 100%full blood Japanese bloodline thusearning him an enviable <strong>and</strong> welldeservedinternational reputation.His clients include Neil Perry <strong>and</strong>the highly acclaimed Americanchef, Thomas Kellar. For the firsttime, I am presenting with David,Wagyu – An Evening with DavidBlackmore, a session on <strong>cooking</strong>primary <strong>and</strong> secondary cuts of thisdivine beef.Fresh Catch is a seafoodworkshop for anyone who loves<strong>cooking</strong> with seafood as well as forthose who are unsure of how bestto treat this precious commodity.This is a 5 hour h<strong>and</strong>s-on sessionon how to select, fillet, clean<strong>and</strong> treat seafood before turningthem into delectable, exciting<strong>and</strong> gutsy dishes. This class willcover steaming, baking, poaching<strong>and</strong> frying techniques. Limitednumbers. Lunch included.Flat Breads <strong>and</strong> Curries is a 6hour h<strong>and</strong>s-on class focusing onthe sophisticated <strong>and</strong> distinctive<strong>cooking</strong> of India. It showcasesbuttery Indian roti, soft chapati,smoky naan <strong>and</strong> a host of curriesranging from the subtle to thecomplex - <strong>and</strong> how these delectabledishes are not only doable on thehome front but also to appreciatethe diverse culinary traditions ofthe Indian subcontinent.Now that chef Greg Feck,formerly of Richmond Café &Larder, has found his roost atthe newly revamped Sapore, hisculinary prowess is making a realimpact on the Melbourne diningscene. Bursting with fresh ideas<strong>and</strong> sensitive to the seasons, Greg’squest for excellence is reflectedin his flavour-driven modernMediterranean <strong>cooking</strong> withfabulous Italian accents. Book earlyfor Greg’s Mod Mediterranean.AUGUSTSpain is on the lips of every foodie– <strong>and</strong> I am as much besottedby piquillo peppers, Manchego,chorizo, smoked paprika, sherry,salt cod, jamon, paella as much I amby the generosity of the chefs I’vemet over the years in that amazingcountry. While some Spanish chefssoar with foams <strong>and</strong> spheres, themajority still adhere to earthyaromas <strong>and</strong> pure, unadulteratedflavours. This H<strong>and</strong>s-on Spanishclass draws on the classical regionaldishes with a peek into some newtechniques.Winter Seafood. This is a classfor seafood lovers. Learn howto prepare super-fresh seafoodcreatively with winter greenswithout too much fuss <strong>and</strong>presenting them stylishly to givethe impression you’ve been slavingin the kitchen for that specialnourishing meal. A refreshingdessert follows.Michael Lambie is a culinarychameleon. Classically trainedwith an unfettered open mind,he is also a totally unaffected,delightfully honest chef withan ability to weave innovativeJapanese-Asian influences into hiswonderfully exquisite menus at TaxiDining Room. Join Michael for aninteractive demonstration to absorbthe creative ideas behind Taxi’sFavourites <strong>and</strong> underst<strong>and</strong> why therestaurant has been awarded TheAge Good Food Guide Restaurant ofthe Year in 06 <strong>and</strong> 07.H<strong>and</strong>s-on Yum Cha is anotherfirst time topic. Over the years ofteaching, students have asked me ifit’s possible to create authentic dimsum, the delectable morsels servedat yum cha, at home. With Chinesewrappers readily available, it is nowpossible to prepare these treatseffortlessly. The class will feature<strong>Tony</strong> Tan Cooking Class Order Form Please attach a separate sheet if you need more roomClass Title Class Date No. of seats Cost Total$$Mr/Mrs/Ms/Dr First Name SurnameAddressDaytime PhoneMobile Phoneemail! Yes, please add me to your free mailing listMail or Fax to: the unlimited cuisine company Phone: (03) 9827 7347 Fax: (03) 9826 4977 Email: <strong>classes</strong>@tonytan.com.au28A Lansell Road, Toorak, Vic 3142Or use our enrolment form on the web at www.tonytan.com.au


how to fold <strong>and</strong> prepare fillingsto turn them into siu mai, prawndumplings, radish cake <strong>and</strong> heartysticky rice dishes.Now firmly established at herdelightful Sweet Source in Carlton,Zoi Condos’ extraordinary pastrytalents were harnessed <strong>and</strong> refinedfrom her time with Loretta Sartori,the French Culinary Institute <strong>and</strong>New York’s famous Union SquareCafé. Her Sweet Finale sessionfocuses on how to create lusciousmouth-watering desserts employingseasonal fruits, ice cream <strong>and</strong>chocolate designed to enrich adining experience.If you adore bold <strong>and</strong> fragrantflavours, you’ll love BeyondSichuan Flavours. Featuring sweet,sour, salty <strong>and</strong> spicy notes, this is acollection of dishes I learnt on mytrip to south-west China. Similarto Sichuan <strong>and</strong> Hunan <strong>cooking</strong>,cumin <strong>and</strong> a remarkable variety ofmushrooms often grace the table.Typical dishes are Naxi fish, soupswith Yunnan ham – similar toprosciutto <strong>and</strong> jamon <strong>and</strong> chickenwith smoky bacon. A perfect classfor anyone who aspires to learnmore about the exciting food ofChina!SEPTEMBER<strong>Tony</strong>’s Choice. A favourite withstudents, this class celebrates thesimple pleasures of spring’s bountyprepared with my trade markfree-form <strong>cooking</strong>. With seafoodplucked from our local waters<strong>and</strong> tender meat from the l<strong>and</strong>,<strong>Tony</strong>’s Choice reflects my lovefor creativity with the magic of<strong>cooking</strong>. A wow factor class!Sexy Healthy Gourmet. These<strong>classes</strong> are designed for thosewho love to eat great food withincredible flavours for a healthierlife-style without feeling you aredeprived! Focusing on seafood,some poultry <strong>and</strong> sophisticatedvegetarian dishes <strong>and</strong> pairing thesewith herbs, aromatics <strong>and</strong> naturalsweeteners, healthy <strong>cooking</strong> is notonly fun <strong>and</strong> approachable butessential for our wellbeing.Andrew McConnell is a lonestar among the galaxy of stars. Heroams globally but ultimately it ishis originality <strong>and</strong> his wondrouscreations that have won him legionsof fans to Three, One Two. Perhapsmore importantly, his knack offusing seasonally-driven impeccabledishes with energetic whimsyreflects the character of this deeplycaring, unassuming chef. His classfeaturing 312 Hits is thereforebound to excel. Book early.This month, I escort a superdeluxeCulinary Tour to China.This 12-day sojourn explores<strong>and</strong> pampers our curiosity on allthings Chinese. From its rich <strong>and</strong>fascinating regional <strong>cooking</strong> stylesto its diverse peoples, China haslong fascinated me. The <strong>tour</strong> startsin ultra-modern Shanghai, China’sfinancial centre where east meetswest dance in perfect harmony. Thejourney heads north for imperialBeijing with its ancient hutongs(alleyways fast disappearing underthe bull-dozers) <strong>and</strong> courtyardhouses. Then to beautiful Lijiang,a World Heritage-listed cobbledstreet town bisected by canals insouthwest Yunnan. China’s culture<strong>and</strong> rituals span 5000 years; somehighlights include a session on fineteaappreciation, visits to the GreatWall <strong>and</strong> the Forbidden City, apicnic against the backdrop of JadeDragon Snow Mountain, meetingmaster chefs, outst<strong>and</strong>ing <strong>cooking</strong>demonstrations <strong>and</strong> dining on thefour major regional <strong>and</strong> minoritycuisines of this awe-inspiringcountry. Please ring <strong>Tony</strong> (03 98277347) or Janene Ferguson at HarveyWorld Travel (03 9696 7979) forfurther details. Email me if you like.OCTOBERSpice Therapy. This is a repeath<strong>and</strong>s-on class for those whomissed out in June. Please read Juneentry for details.Fashions may come <strong>and</strong> go butstalwarts, like my friend PhilippeMouchel, will be here forever.Now at his Brasserie, Philippe’sauthority on his native cuisine,especially his impeccable sauces, isthe stuff of legend. Exceptionallytalented, loyal <strong>and</strong> generous, hehas trained countless young chefsfor the prestigious Bocuse D’orcompetitions. In Simply Philippe,he will present recipes from readilyavailable ingredients with greatflavour combinations to not onlyexp<strong>and</strong> your repertoire but also tounderst<strong>and</strong> why he is rated as oneof the world’s finest French chefs.Spain Gourmet Tour. If youlove tapas, absolutely exciting,sensuous food, passionate Latinpeople <strong>and</strong> superb wines, comewith me to Spain. 11 days ofexhilarating adventure, yourculinary journey takes in ancientLa Rioja, the region of fine wines,beautiful San Sebastian, stunningGuggenheim Museum in Bilbao,historic Seville before returningto youthful Madrid. Inclusions:most meals, some at Michelinstarredrestaurants, regional<strong>cooking</strong> <strong>classes</strong>, outings to markets,excursions to an olive mill <strong>and</strong> toJabugo to sample the legendaryjamon. October 15–28. Numbersare limited. Please ring me on 98277347 or email <strong>classes</strong>@tonytan.com.au.NOVEMBER<strong>Tony</strong>’s Choice h<strong>and</strong>s-on class. Thisis an intensive session for those wholove to be challenged <strong>and</strong> hungry totaste <strong>cooking</strong> styles unhindered bytradition though a solid groundingin techniques is preferred. Teamedwith a series of small eats, pastries<strong>and</strong> stunning produce, this sixhoursession is not for the novice.Think new recipes that resonatewith flavour, freshness <strong>and</strong> fun.Sign up soon!Summer Entertaining. Withsummer just around the corner,food cooked with flair withminimum fuss is best. We do,however, still want to make animpression <strong>and</strong> the class is designedto take you <strong>and</strong> your friends tosome gastronomic cloud or someearthly paradise. Think summer’sfinest offerings – tangy mangoes,scallops, succulent lamb with anAsian twist <strong>and</strong> a lavish do-aheaddessert.Christmas Cookery. Last year, Iwrote in The Age on the variationsof Christmas <strong>cooking</strong> in Malaysia.It’s about Anglo-Indian-Chineseinspirations <strong>and</strong> how these eclecticmixes have created exotic dishesin my family. Turkey especiallyis given a contemporary twistwith lime <strong>and</strong> lemongrass whileseafood starters are treated withAsian touches <strong>and</strong> desserts aremade ahead of time. A class onsumptuous festive fare with ease.The Banquet is my finale of theyear. Not strictly a class – instead it’san evening to celebrate the harvestfrom l<strong>and</strong> <strong>and</strong> sea – <strong>and</strong> my neverendingfascination with <strong>cooking</strong>. Acollection of seven recipes packedwith mischief, scents, textures,unexpected flavours all put togetherwith balance <strong>and</strong> harmony, they areperfect for the dedicated cook <strong>and</strong>the serial entertainer. Be inspired!CUSTOM CLASSESWhilst the <strong>classes</strong> are set with giventopics, it is possible to customisesubjects specifically to the needs ofgroups <strong>and</strong> individuals. Dem<strong>and</strong>for full day <strong>classes</strong> <strong>and</strong> personaltuition is high <strong>and</strong> I encourage youto ring me for further discussions.Photography by Peter Mack (front page pics except 3 <strong>and</strong> 5 in row); <strong>and</strong> Chris Chen at Gourmet Traveller (page 4 pics, plus pics 3 <strong>and</strong> 5 in front page row) • Brochure design by DMK (www.dmk.com.au)the unlimited cuisine company ABN 18 586 147 75528A Lansell Road, Toorak, Melbourne, Australia 3142Phone: (03) 9827 7347 Fax: (03) 9826 4977 Email: <strong>classes</strong>@tonytan.com.au Website: www.tonytan.com.auHow To EnrolPlease complete the enrolment form overleaf <strong>and</strong> forward your full name, postal address, preferred class/date <strong>and</strong> time, together with a cheque ormoney order made payable to the unlimited cuisine company at the address above. You can also fax or email your enrolment, <strong>and</strong> mail payment.Payment & NotesFull payment confirms your place in class. All payments received will be issued with a receipt which confirms your enrolment. Sorry, no credit cardfacilities are available. All prices include GST.No refund will be forwarded on <strong>classes</strong> not attended. Another person may replace you or may be transferred to another class if more than 7 daysnotice is given <strong>and</strong> if a seat is available. Alternatively, class recipes will be forwarded to you. Gift vouchers are only to be used for the year indicated.

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