Photo: Chef's Armoury
Japanese Salad Workshop
Ever been to a Japanese restaurant only to long for the tantalising flavour of the salad dressing afterwards? Find out how to prepare five different types of Japanese salad dressing at this free event.
Date: 19 Jan, 11:00am – 12:30pm
Admission: Free, spaces limited, RSVP to richmond@chefsarmoury.com
Venue: Chef’s Armoury, 422 Church St, Richmond
Website: chefsarmoury.com
School Holiday Japanese Film Screenings
Notable films include: Wanko (22 Jan) which follows the story of a separated puppy due to a volcanic eruption evacuation, Haru’s Journey (30 Jan) which follows Haru, who moves from a small fishing village in Hokkaido to Tokyo in search of better opportunities and Hayao Miyazaki’s Howl’s Moving Castle (22 Jan) and Arrietty (30 Jan). For detailed information and session times, please visit the website.
Date: 22, 23, 29, 30 Jan, Various times
Admission: Free, spaces limited, RSVP to meljapan@mb.mofa.go.jp
Venue: Japan Information & Cultural Centre, Consulate-General of Japan, Level 8, 570 Bourke St, Melbourne
Website: www.melbourne.au.emb-japan.go.jp
Japanese Visions: Works from the Collection
Showcasing an exclusive collection from the Bendigo Art Gallery, Japanese Visions will explore the influences of traditional Japanese art and design on Australian artists. Bringing together works by both Japanese and Australian artists, this exhibition will trace the many ways in which Japanese art has been a source of inspiration in our visual culture.
Date: Until 27 Jan
Admission: Free
Venue: Bendigo Art Gallery, 42 View St, Bendigo
Website: bendigoartgallery.com.au
Sake Tasting
Regularly conducting sake tastings in his restaurant, Sake and Grill Maedaya and food and wine festivals around Australia, join the passionate Sake Master, Toshi Maeda as he guides you in the appreciation of sake. This insightful event includes tasting of at least three different sake varieties and snacks.
Date: 24 Jan, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Admission: Gallery members $20, Non-members $25, (Bookings essential call: 03 5434 6088)
Venue: Bendigo Art Gallery, 42 View St, Bendigo
Website: bendigoartgallery.com.au
