Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center

Mochi Cooking Class - (10 AM)
2024-08-10 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures, 1809 N. Chaparral Street, Corpus Christi, TX, 78401, United States
What is Mochi?
Mochi is made from glutinous rice that is soaked, steamed, and then pounded into a sticky, smooth dough. It is shaped into small, round cakes and can be enjoyed plain or filled with sweet or savory fillings.

Welcome to our Mochi class, part of the “Journey To The East” series! Mochi, a traditional Japanese rice cake, is loved for its chewy texture and delightful sweetness. Made from glutinous rice, mochi has been a cherished part of Japanese cuisine for centuries. This class is inspired by Hitomi, whose expertise and passion have enriched the Asian Cultures Museum through a special two-year grant. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping our cooking classes and events. We’re thrilled to honor Hitomi’s vision and share her love for mochi with you. Our instructors, Alison and Richard, are here to guide you through the process. Please feel free to ask questions and engage with us throughout the class—we’re here to help you enjoy every step!

Onigiri Cooking Class - (3 PM)
2024-08-04 15:00 - 16:00
What is Onigiri?
Made with Japanese short-grain rice, this dish involves rinsing, soaking, and steaming the rice before shaping it into triangles, rounds, or cylinders. It often includes a filling and is typically wrapped in nori (roasted seaweed).
Welcome to our Onigiri class, a highlight of the “Journey To The East” series! Onigiri, a traditional Japanese rice ball, is a beloved comfort food known for its simple yet delightful flavors. Shaped into triangles, rounds, or cylinders and often wrapped in nori, onigiri has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for centuries.
This class is inspired by Hitomi, who joined us through a two-year grant to enhance the Asian Cultures Museum with her expertise. Her dedication to Japanese culinary traditions has been instrumental in shaping our classes and events.
We’re excited to honor Hitomi’s vision and share her love for onigiri with you. Our instructors, Alison and Richard, are here to guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have.
Feel free to ask questions and engage with us throughout the class. We’re here to help you learn and enjoy every step of making onigiri!

Onigiri Cooking Class - (1 PM)
2024-08-04 13:00 - 14:00

Tanabata Festival
2024-07-06
