Gyoza Making Workshop

Level up your cooking game with one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods. Ready to level up your cooking game with one of Japan’s most beloved comfort foods? Join Chef Amara Yamamoto for a hands-on, flavor-packed adventure into the world of Pork Gyoza—crispy, juicy, and totally irresistible dumplings that have been a staple in her family for generations. In this class, you’ll learn the secrets behind the Yamamoto Family’s signature pork filling, master the art of folding and pleating like a pro, pan-fry to golden perfection, and whip up a classic dipping sauce that ties it all together. Whether you're a dumpling newbie or a seasoned home cook, you'll leave with skills (and recipes) to impress your friends and satisfy your cravings. You’ll have lots of uncooked gyoza to bring home so please bring to-go containers. IMPORTANT This class contains gluten, pork, sesame, and onions. Chef Amara Yamamoto’s culinary journey began at just 13 years old, when she started selling homemade pies to family and friends. Her early passion for baking led her all the way to Paris, where she studied at the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu. There, she built a strong foundation in classic French pastry, chocolate work, bread making, and sugar sculpting. After earning her diploma, Amara completed an internship at a Michelin-starred restaurant inside a Palace hotel, and went on to work in several renowned patisseries throughout Paris. In 2014, she expanded her expertise in artisan bread by attending the San Francisco Baking Institute, where she learned the art of naturally leavened sourdough using wild yeast. Since then, Amara has played a key role in multiple bakery startups, and has crafted desserts and pastries for restaurants across the Edmonton area—while also training staff to recreate her signature recipes. In 2022, she began collaborating with the Edmonton Public Library and various nonprofits to offer monthly baking classes, both in person and online. From classic French pastries to crowd-pleasing comfort foods, Chef Amara brings her creativity, knowledge, and warmth to every class she teaches.