Bringing Japanese Food, Culture, and Culinary Excellence to Heroes Made in Asia with Osaka-Born Chef Miyuki Masuda

Embark on a culinary journey through Japan and learn from the masters at Heroes Made in Asia on March 21 and 22.

Japanese cuisine is more popular than ever. Sushi bars and ramen shops are opening everywhere, but Japan has so much more to offer. Heroes Made in Asia is dedicated to Asian (pop) culture, and this year you can experience authentic Japanese street food and culinary craftsmanship. The event features not only dozens of stalls in the Food market but also a diverse selection of workshops and live demonstrations from professional chefs in the Food theater. A must for every foodie.

Learn from Chef Miyuki Masuda

For this two-day event, top chef Miyuki Masuda is traveling to Utrecht to share her expertise in Japanese cuisine. On the food theater stage, she will demonstrate how to prepare authentic Japanese dishes. Get ready to take notes and taste her amazing dishses.

Miyuki is Chef de Partie at the renowned sushi restaurant Kashiba, founded by Kashiba Shiro, a former apprentice of the legendary Jiro Ono. Masuda is a true trailblazer: she became the first female chef to work in Kashiba’s kitchens.

A Culinary Journey Through Asia

At Heroes Made in Asia, you’ll get to taste authentic dishes from across Asia. At the Food market, specialists prepare a wide range of traditional dishes and snacks. And why stop at tasting when you can learn from the masters themselves? Unleash your inner chef and take part in interactive masterclasses and live demonstrations.