A Story Behind Every Recipe
Seattle’s Highest-Rated Cooking School Specializing in Asian Flavors
All Upcoming Classes
Below are all the upcoming in-person and online classes available for registration. There are more offerings than what are listed though. If you are interested in a class that is not listed, use this form to pre-register for free.
All sales are final with no refunds. Class credit is granted only if we can fill your spot. We need a minimum of 4 students to host a class. Otherwise, we will work with you directly to reschedule. Thank you for supporting a local small business.
Our cooking classes are one-of-a-kind…
Small-Group Setting
All our online, in-person, and hybrid classes are in small-group setting to allow for a more relaxed vibe with lots of opportunities to participate, ask questions, and receive 1:1 feedback.
Asian Flavors
Whether it is home-style Cantonese food, Japanese-style baked goods, or western-style dishes infused with Asian flavors, all the classes are designed to normalize and introduce classic flavors from the East to PNW.
Historic Town
Dash of Soy is proud to be in the industrial-chic Georgetown Seattle where it is home to many culinary delights, artful destinations, and historic buildings. Plus easy and free parking!
Passionate about Food, Travel, and Art
Dash of Soy was founded in 2019 by Elaine Sher, who left the corporate world after 20 years to pursue her passion for sharing healthy and delicious home-style Cantonese food inspired by her childhood, family, and travels. Born in Hong Kong, lived in Canada and USA for 30 years, and traveled solo to 50 countries, she has stories behind every dish. She is also an artist, creating beautifully illustrated recipes to make cooking more approachable and fun. Elaine is the new voice for Chinese cooking in Seattle. She teaches regularly at The Pantry, PCC Markets, and Book Larder. As of December 2022, Dash of Soy is committed to donating 10% of all fees collected to charities supporting womxn, minorities, and/or LGBTQIA+.
Photo by Kimberly Sandie
Testimonials
“I arranged the dumpling and mochi classes for our remote work socials via Elaine at Dash of Soy. These classes were exceptional, delicious food and brilliant hosting. I cannot recommend Elaine highly enough, we will definitely use her again :)” - Nadia Stones (Aug 2, 2022)
“Elaine was a fantastic teacher, and made cooking fun and easy for someone like myself with little experience. Thanks for the wonderful meal and experience, Elaine!!” - David Amiot (Jul 1, 2022)
“Had Elaine as a teacher for my son's mochi cooking class. I found Elaine to be so incredibly patient, quick to help answer questions, stop to ensure that all questions were indeed answered and accounted for.” - Erick Martin (Aug 23, 2022)
Book a private event
Dash of Soy hosts team-building events, birthday parties, and family gatherings.