Saturday Class: Cook Taiwanese Niu Rou Mian with Local Market Adventure

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Join Alex on a journey through the alleys of Dadaocheng, the historic heart of Taipei. As you wander through this vibrant area, you'll hear local stories and gossip while making your way to a traditional market. Along the way, you'll discover an array of local ingredients, have the chance to taste authentic traditional delicacies, and chat directly with local vendors to deepen your appreciation of Taiwanese culture.

Teenage boys from various provinces in China were inadvertently conscripted into Chiang Kai-shek’s army, leaving their homes behind. When the Kuomintang government lost the war, these young men were stranded in Taiwan.

In 1949, the Chinese Civil War left 500,000 soldiers in this isolated state, unable to return home or even send a letter to their families for many decades.

One retired soldier from Sichuan tried to recreate the beef noodle soup his mother used to make, relying solely on his memories of the flavors from his hometown. This bowl of braised beef noodles (牛肉麵) brought him to tears.

Curious to learn more? Reserve your spot for a cooking class at BeMyGuest Taipei, where Alex will share the full story.

You will learn:

• Make noodles from scratch using flour
• Combine and prepare spices
• Stir-fry spices and ingredients
• Cut and stir-fry the beef
• Braise the beef in soup
• Finish your Niu Rou Mian (beef noodle soup)

Additional Information:

• This activity is suitable for participants aged 12 and above.
• The activity includes approximately 60 steps. Those who may find this difficult can choose to wait in a shaded area.

Menu

• Niu Rou Mian (Beef Noodle Soup)

What's Included:

• A complimentary apron featuring an exclusive logo designed by "BeMyGuest Taipei."
• A selection of beverages: soft drinks, coffee, tea, soda, or beer.
• Recipes provided in English or Mandarin (via digital files).

Schema

• 09:20 am: Meet up.
• 09:30 am: Explore Dadaocheng and the traditional market
• 10:20 am: Return to BeMyGuest Taipei Cooking Classes
• 10:30 am: Start of the cooking session.
• 12:00 pm: Enjoy the Taiwanese dish you created.
• 12:30 pm: End of the cooking class