A Cultural Immersion into Thai Foodways

To taste Thai cuisine is to step into its culture. From the northern mountains to the southern coasts, flavors shift with the land, shaped by geography, history, and people. In Kent’s Thai market, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, tamarind, and chilies reveal this complexity, balancing sweet, sour, salty, and spicy. This program teaches how to experience […]

Cocina Latina

To enter a Latin kitchen is to begin a journey. It is to step into a world that is rustic and timeless, where flavors are coaxed slowly and time is measured by the rhythm of mortar against stone. In the molcajete, chilies are ground, garlic is crushed, spices awaken, and sauces are born. This is […]

A Taste of Thailand – A journey Through Culture and Flavor

Step into the soul of Thai cuisine on a guided journey led by the chef through foundational flavors, layered spices, and centuries of culinary tradition. The experience begins at a traditional Thai market, where you will explore the essential ingredients of Southeast Asian cooking: galangal, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, tamarind, chilies, coconut, sauces, and rich […]

Aromatic Trails – Indian Spice Market & Persian Cultural Lunch

Taste of Kent Tour in April

Join Chef Christina Arokiasamy for an unforgettable journey into the bold flavors and timeless traditions of Indian and Persian cuisine. The Little Spice Shop: Explore an aromatic paradise featuring turmeric, garam masala, cardamom, lentils, chutneys, and more. Learn expert tips on using and storing these essential ingredients. This tour offers a deep dive into the ancient […]