In Good Taste: Southeast Asian Fusion Cuisine

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In Good Taste Cooking School
located in the Pearl District, Portland, Oregon.
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Southeast Asian Fusion

In Good Taste cooking class: Southeast Asian Fusion with Gavin Ledson

Photo courtesy of Fred Armstrong

Experience the versatile and vibrant flavors of Japan, Vietnam, China, and Thailand prepared with classical French cooking techniques. This menu of Asian-inspired dishes focuses on lighter fare and is perfect for springtime entertaining.

Gavin is the lead line cook at Lake Oswego’s Five Spice, where he has worked since it opened in December of 2004. Before that, he worked under Marcus Samuelsson at Riingo in New York.

Heart of Romaine Yuzu Caesar Salad

Whole leaves of romaine combined with crispy, sweetened capers, tossed with an Asian-inspired Caesar dressing and topped with cheese curls

Traditional Vietnamese Bo La Lot

Ground beef marinated with turmeric, onion, lemongrass, and garlic, wrapped in la lot leaves, grilled, and served with Vietnamese Nouc Cham dipping sauce

Crisp Cucumber and Melon Soup with Dungeness Crab Salad

Caramelized Skate with Citrus Sautéed Bok Choy

Pan seared skate in brown butter and bok choy with garlic, ginger, and a citrus sauce

Lemongrass Infused Rice Pudding

Creamy rice pudding with a brûléed crust

Date: Tuesday, May 23 at 6:30pm

Instructor: Gavin Ledson

Fee: $95

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