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We’ll be making fresh ceviche and agua chiles using methods and flavor combinations that I personally enjoy making at home. I’ll show you how I prepare different types of seafood and how to balance flavors to create a fresh, bright, and delicious ceviche.
During class, we’ll work with seafood including shrimp, fish, scallops, and crab meat while learning how to balance citrus, spice, and fresh ingredients to create a flavorful and refreshing ceviche. I’ll show you simple homemade techniques, how I prepare the seafood, and different ways to combine flavors so you can make your own delicious versions at home.
This class is beginner-friendly, relaxed, and welcoming to anyone who loves seafood and wants to learn in a fun environment. I’m not a professional chef — just sharing the recipes, methods, and things I’ve learned along the way.
Please Note: This class includes raw or undercooked seafood. Eating raw seafood may increase the risk of foodborne illness. If you have a shellfish or seafood allergy, please use caution and let me know before class.
From Oscar Ruiz: I’m 34 years old, an Army veteran, and currently in college studying to become a welder. Cooking has always been a big part of my life, and I especially love making Mexican dishes. I’m constantly in the kitchen, experimenting, learning new methods, and trying out new recipes. Teaching this class gives me the chance to share that passion and hopefully inspire others to explore and enjoy cooking as much as I do.
Our Co-op Community Classes program has a long and exciting history; we've had a plethora of learning partners over the years, the Free School, GRUB, the Fertile Ground, and more. Many of our classes focus on basic kitchen skills, often paired with a solid education in a particular kind of food: hearty greens, fermented foods, international delicacies, pies, etc. We also feature classes on gardening, personal health, sustainable living, and social justice. Classes are geared towards beginners, with no assumption of prior knowledge, often packed with specific projects appealing to those with more experience.
At the heart of all of our programming is the spirit of generosity. Our classes are led by Olympia Food Co-op working members, staff and community members who want to share their excitement and knowledge with you. Consider sharing your expertise with your community through a Co-op Community Class. Our classrooms are a place to experiment, to explore, and to try something new in a supportive environment. They are a great place to network and meet others in your community who share your interests.
