Course
Asian Takeout at Home: Celebrate Lunar New Year, an Asian Cooking Class CEXTN25-202640
Feb 12, 2026 - Feb 12, 2026
Full course description
Asian Takeout at Home: Celebrate Lunar New Year, an Asian Cooking Class
Thursday, 2/12/2026, 5:00-8:00pm
Location: Ocean Campus, Statler Wing 012
Instructor: Chef Dominic Ainza
Satisfy your cravings for Asian take-out!! Join us for a culinary journey through the diverse cuisines of Asia, where you’ll learn to prepare a variety of dishes like stir fry noodles, lettuce cups and different street foods, and more. Come discover the unique flavors and techniques and prepare to help celebrate the upcoming Lunar New Year! Enrollment fee includes $25 materials fee.
All tools and supplies will be available for this class. However, if you would like to bring your own apron and chef knife, you are more than welcome to.
Comfortable, closed toe shoes and for anyone with long hair, hair tie or a hat. Hair nets will be provided if needed.
Instructor Bio: Meet Chef Dominic Ainza, a seasoned chef and instructor with a passion for teaching and sharing his love of food. With experience in top Bay Area kitchens and a thriving career as a tech corporate chef, he cooks for diverse groups every day, mastering a wide range of cuisines. With training at the California Culinary Academy and a background in youth counseling, Chef Ainza brings a unique approach to cooking that emphasizes simple, honest ingredients and techniques. As a proud Filipino-American, he infuses his teaching with warmth and community. Whether you're a culinary student or just starting out, Chef Ainza welcomes students of all skill levels and backgrounds, eager to share his passion for food and cooking. As an instructor at City College of San Francisco, Chef Ainza inspires students with his culinary expertise and dedication to mentoring the next generation of culinary professionals.