Okonomi Yaki with Chika's Japanese Home Cooking

Okonomi Yaki, Savory Japanese Pancake - Chika’s Japanese Home Cooking

Experience the fundamentals of Japanese home cooking with Chika's Japanese Home Cooking at East Coburg Neighbourhood House. In this delightful class, Chika will guide you step‐by‐step through making Osaka‐style Japanese savory pancakes: Okonomi Yaki. You'll learn an easy and simple recipe that makes for a fun and perfect introduction to Japanese cooking.

Designed for both beginners and intermediate cooks eager to explore Japanese home cooking, this course is tailored to accommodate pescatarian and dairy‐free diets, with a vegetarian option also available.

Join us for an engaging 1‐1.5 hours of culinary exploration, followed by a delightful 30‐minute tasting session. Unleash your inner chef and savor the flavors of Japanese home cooking with Chika's friendly guidance.

About Chika’s Japanese Home Cooking

Welcome to Chika's Japanese Home Cooking, where we share the essence of authentic Japanese "Mum's & Grannie's" home cooking using the seasonal Australian produce.

Our primary aim is to transform Japanese cuisine into your weekday night's go-to meal, much like spaghetti bolognese. Discover the skills to master Japanese dishes in the comfort of your home – there's a unique satisfaction that comes with creating these culinary delights yourself.

Our courses and classes are thoughtfully crafted for you to take home the secrets of crafting simple and authentic dishes, providing you with the sensation of joining a friend's dinner party or cooking in your mum's kitchen. We strive to create a warm and relaxed atmosphere, differentiating ourselves from common demonstrational cooking classes. Our focus is on an honest and straightforward approach to Japanese cooking, allowing you to experience and replicate these techniques easily at home with your loved ones. Join us on this culinary journey, where the heart of Japanese home cooking becomes a part of your own kitchen.

About Chika

Hello, I'm Chika Iwami, the founder of Chika's Japanese Home Cooking. Originally hailing from Hyogo, Japan, I've been proud to call Melbourne my home since 2006.

Growing up, many of my recipes were lovingly passed down from my mother, a remarkable cook and an inspiring woman. She not only imparted the recipes but also instilled in us the philosophy of cooking and appreciation for food. Throughout our childhood, she emphasized the importance of eating locally and in season, being curious about new ingredients and techniques, and making the most of every part of an ingredient—values that continue to shape my approach to cooking.

With roots in both Japan and Australia, my culinary passion lies in blending local produce with the honest style of Japanese home cooking. I am eager to share my experiences with fellow food enthusiasts and continuously expand my knowledge of food. I hope you'll find joy in the culinary journey we embark on together.