Pacific Island Escape (Demonstration)

Milwaukee
Public
Market

Escape to the Pacific Islands with bold, vibrant dishes inspired by Filipino cuisine.

Pacific Island Escape (Demonstration)

Milwaukee
Public
Market

Escape to the Pacific Islands with bold, vibrant dishes inspired by Filipino cuisine.

Class Info

Date
September 3, 2025
Time
5:30 pm
Price
$
40
REgistration Information

A Filipino-Inspired Culinary Escape

Get ready for bold flavors and crave-worthy bites in this vibrant demonstration-style class inspired by Filipino street food and comfort classics. Chef Staci will show you how to prepare crispy spicy tofu cubes, tender pork kabobs with a zesty vinegar dip, and fragrant coconut garlic fried rice. You’ll also learn how to make turon—crispy banana spring rolls that are the perfect sweet finish. Come hungry and leave with the know-how to recreate these crowd-pleasing dishes at home!

In this class, you’ll learn to make and sample:

➡ Spicy Tofu Cubes
➡ Filipino Pork Kabobs with Spicy Vinegar Dip
➡ Sweet Coconut Garlic Fried Rice
➡ Turon (Filipino Banana Spring Roll)

About the Chef:

Chef Staci Joers brings a wealth of experience and passion to the kitchen. Known for her engaging teaching style and deep appreciation for Southern flavors, she has been delighting palates and educating cooking enthusiasts for over a decade. Her classes are informative, fun, and packed with tips to help you recreate the magic at home.

About Milwaukee Public Market Cooking Classes:

Held in the cozy confines of Madame Kuony's Demonstration Kitchen, cooking classes at the Milwaukee Public Market present a wonderful opportunity to expand your culinary skillset. Whether you're participating in a hands-on class, where you'll actively prepare dishes, or attending a demo class, where you can sit back and watch the chef in action, you're in for a treat. Each class includes recipe samples to savor and water, with wine and beer available for purchase. Join us for an evening of cooking, learning, and tasting!

Class Info

Date
September 3, 2025
Time
5:30 pm
Price
40
REgistration Information

A Filipino-Inspired Culinary Escape

Get ready for bold flavors and crave-worthy bites in this vibrant demonstration-style class inspired by Filipino street food and comfort classics. Chef Staci will show you how to prepare crispy spicy tofu cubes, tender pork kabobs with a zesty vinegar dip, and fragrant coconut garlic fried rice. You’ll also learn how to make turon—crispy banana spring rolls that are the perfect sweet finish. Come hungry and leave with the know-how to recreate these crowd-pleasing dishes at home!

In this class, you’ll learn to make and sample:

➡ Spicy Tofu Cubes
➡ Filipino Pork Kabobs with Spicy Vinegar Dip
➡ Sweet Coconut Garlic Fried Rice
➡ Turon (Filipino Banana Spring Roll)

About the Chef:

Chef Staci Joers brings a wealth of experience and passion to the kitchen. Known for her engaging teaching style and deep appreciation for Southern flavors, she has been delighting palates and educating cooking enthusiasts for over a decade. Her classes are informative, fun, and packed with tips to help you recreate the magic at home.

About Milwaukee Public Market Cooking Classes:

Held in the cozy confines of Madame Kuony's Demonstration Kitchen, cooking classes at the Milwaukee Public Market present a wonderful opportunity to expand your culinary skillset. Whether you're participating in a hands-on class, where you'll actively prepare dishes, or attending a demo class, where you can sit back and watch the chef in action, you're in for a treat. Each class includes recipe samples to savor and water, with wine and beer available for purchase. Join us for an evening of cooking, learning, and tasting!

Free Parking

Parking is available in the Market's main lot just off of Water Street. Make sure to bring your parking ticket to the class for validation.

Cancellation

Reservations are non-refundable, however you may send someone else to take your place. If we cancel a class due to insufficient enrollment, a full refund will be made.

Alcohol Policy

Want to enjoy a beverage during your class experience? A variety of beer, wine, cocktails, and soda are available to purchase during the class. Outside alcohol is not permitted.

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