Hands making dumplings at Dash of Soy

A Story Behind Every Recipe

Where cooking and Asian culture meet


We bring our cultural heritage to life

Started in 2019, Dash of Soy is the highest-rated cooking school in Seattle and the only cooking school in the United States owned and run by a team of all-women, all-Asian chefs. Our chefs share a commitment to authenticity and cultural representation, with each chef bringing their own cultural heritage to life through authentic dishes.

Chef Soy Dara
Chef Jee Hye Kang
Chef Elaine Sher
Chef Mikiko Yang
Chef Winnie Au
Chef Vandana Shah
Cooking brings people together
Dash of Soy kitchen
Dinner at Dash of Soy
Dash of Soy dining area

Intimate setting for six

Our kitchen is designed for six guests to receive thoughtful instruction and personalized attention from your chef in a welcoming, relaxed environment. You'll cook side by side with your classmates and you might make a friend!


Over 45 one-of-a-kind classes

Steamed or fried, ramen or rice, you'll find the perfect Asian cooking class for you. If you don't see it, just request it – our chefs have wide repertoires.

Powered by Women. Led by Diversity. Where Everyone Belongs.

Dash of Soy is owned and run by an all-women team of AAPI chefs who share the same passion for sharing our heritage and culture through food. Dash of Soy donates regularly to non-profits supporting women, minorities, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Elaine and her mother
LGBTQIA+ pride

What people are saying

"The Thai curry class was a Christmas gift to my wife. Elaine is an excellent host and Soy, her colleague, is a great chef and excellent at explaining and demonstrating techniques and the use of ingredients as well as sharing some of the history of SE Asia which I especially enjoyed. Our small group got along very well and were able to chop, peel and cook three different curries which we then all enjoyed eating together. I would definitely take classes from them again."
— David Carlson, Seattle, USA
"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 from BeZero Carbon, England, UK
"My daughter celebrated her 16th Birthday at Dash of Soy with the Make Your Own Udon class. Chief Mikiko was a wonderful teacher, providing instruction and telling us about the history of udon and its components. We made the noodles from scratch, kneading the dough using our feet, which the kids (and adults) enjoyed. Even though there were several different dietary restrictions (gluten-free, vegetarian, and pescatarian), Chief Mikiko had substitutions which were super tasty. Lots of fun and highly recommended!"
— Amanda Hosch, Seattle, USA
Georgetown, Seattle

Historic, industrial-chic Georgetown

Dash of Soy is proud to be in Georgetown, Seattle, home to many culinary delights, art galleries, and historic buildings. Just 10 minutes from downtown Seattle with free street parking.

6726B Corson Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108   Get directions

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