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Share a hands-on evening learning Chicken Adobo and leche flan with Instructor: Fiona Rix, Owner Fiona's Filipino. This 2.5-hour date-night class at 1407 1st Ave North Fargo, ND 58102 blends technique, culture, and a shared meal.
Share a hands-on evening learning Chicken Adobo and leche flan with Instructor: Fiona Rix, Owner Fiona's Filipino. This 2.5-hour date-night class at 1407 1st Ave North Fargo, ND 58102 blends technique, culture, and a shared meal.
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Fargo Date Night: Chicken Adobo with Fiona's Filipino is an intimate, hands-on cooking class in downtown Fargo that turns a simple evening into a lesson in Filipino flavor and hospitality. Located at 1407 1st Ave North Fargo, ND 58102, this 2.5-hour session invites couples to build a meal from first spring roll to final spoonful of leche flan under the guidance of Instructor: Fiona Rix, Owner Fiona's Filipino. The space is a working teaching kitchen with stainless prep tables, a communal stove line, and room for conversation—comfortable but focused on technique and taste. The class opens with Filipino spring rolls to nibble as you arrive, then moves step-by-step through authentic Chicken Adobo. Fiona demonstrates layering aromatics—onion, garlic, and ginger—alongside vinegar, soy, and traditional seasonings, showing how gentle simmering transforms cheaper cuts into tender, deeply savory meat. Rice basics are covered so your grains arrive fluffy and balanced to match the adobo’s sauce. For dessert, you tackle leche flan: learn caramelizing sugar without burning, whisking a velvety custard, and the traditional steaming method that yields a glossy, custard set on a bed of golden caramel. This class stands out in Fargo’s food scene because it centers a diasporic cuisine led by a local operator who connects recipes to story. Fiona shares cultural context—how adobo varies across Filipino islands, where leche flan sits at family table gatherings, and why rice technique matters—making the meal more than a recipe list. Small group size means individual feedback; you'll leave with a plate to taste, practical tips to recreate dishes at home, and cooking confidence. Practical details: bring only yourselves; everything is provided and beverages are available for purchase. The session’s pedagogical focus is skill-building: layering flavor, rice cooking basics, and custard technique. The class is appropriate for novice cooks willing to stand and participate for 2.5 hours; it’s an active, interactive experience rather than a spectator demo. For visitors to Fargo seeking something beyond bars and museums, this evening provides a memorable, sensory way to connect with a global cuisine in a personal setting. Whether planning a low-key date night, celebrating an anniversary, or looking to expand your weeknight repertoire, the hands-on method, clear instruction, and the warm authority of Instructor: Fiona Rix, Owner Fiona's Filipino make this class a local standout. Note the booking and cancellation detail: refunds are not available within 72 hours of class start time, so plan accordingly. Classes run most Fridays and occasionally other evenings; check availability online. This experience is ideal for visitors who want a meaningful culinary memory rather than a passive meal. Bring curiosity and an appetite; leave with recipes, new skills, and a story to tell at your next dinner party. Reserve your spot today.
Meeting point is 1407 1st Ave North Fargo, ND 58102; check your booking confirmation for arrival time.
The experience runs about 2.5 hours, enough time to prep, cook, and enjoy the meal.
Yes — participants work at prep stations to learn techniques under Instructor: Fiona Rix, Owner Fiona's Filipino.
The class centers on Chicken Adobo and leche flan; contact the operator through your booking to discuss substitutions or allergies before the session.
Everything for the class is provided, but wine, beer, and nonalcoholic beverages are available for purchase during the class.
No refunds are available within 72 hours of class start time; outside that window, follow your booking platform’s cancellation process.
Square One is a culinary studio and experience host based in Fargo, North Dakota. The company partners with local chefs to offer hands-on cooking classes and themed dinner events that focus on technique, flavor, and approachable recipes. Classes are led by experienced instructors such as Chef Paul Haugen, Kavita Rami, and Maria from Maria's Homestyle Mexican Food, each bringing regionally inspired menus and professional guidance. Offerings include Sushi Saturday, a hands-on sushi workshop; Date Night: Green Curry with Homemade Naan, an immersive Thai cooking session; Spices & Traditions: Chana Masala, a class on Indian spice blending and traditional preparations; and Quesabirria with Maria's Homestyle Mexican Food, a birria-focused tacos and broth workshop. Sessions typically emphasize knife skills, rice seasoning, spice blending, and step-by-step techniques that guests can replicate at home. Square One provides fresh ingredients and recipe instruction to support adult learners looking for date-night experiences, cultural cuisine exploration, or skill-building classes. Located in Fargo, North Dakota, the studio offers two- to two-and-a-half-hour classes tailored to small groups and hands-on participation. The business emphasizes practical culinary education delivered by local chefs with identifiable menus and learning outcomes. Square One presents clear class descriptions, instructor names, and focused menus to help guests choose experiences that match dietary interests and skill levels. For travelers and local food enthusiasts in Fargo, Square One offers accessible, chef-led experiences designed to build confidence in the home kitchen while exploring diverse cuisines. Booking details, schedules, and dietary notes are provided with each class listing for participants.
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