Rice: A Cultural Journey And Rice-Making Class
AT 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Set in the rustic charm of Vizcaya’s historic farm village, this workshop is more than just a cooking class; embark on a culinary adventure to create a remarkable Chinese Black rice dish enhanced with fresh herbs, greens, confidence and flair at Vizcaya Village!
Join Yorkys Rodriguez, the passionate founder of Bodhi Garden Delights, to gain a deep appreciation for rice, this humble grain and unlock its potential to elevate your everyday meals and special occasions.
Here’s what you can expect from this workshop:
- Led by our experienced chef, this immersive, hands-on class will take you through the different varieties of rice.
- You will gain insights into the fascinating history, cultural significance, and nutritional benefits of herbs, greens, rice, setting the stage for a captivating exploration of its diverse flavors and textures.
- Discover local sources for the freshest herbs and greens, connecting you to the heart of Miami’s agricultural community.
- Learn to prepare simple yet delicious rice-based dishes infused with herbs and greens, perfect for impressing family and friends.
- Step-by-step instruction
- Tasting on-site and take home your creations in your eco-friendly containers.
This course emphasizes learning and sharing – immerse yourself in a community of local food lovers. Capacity is limited. This intimate setting ensures personalized attention and a community-centric experience.
An Ideal Workshop For:
- Aspiring chefs and food enthusiasts eager to expand their culinary repertoire.
- Anyone intrigued by the fusion of different cultural cuisines.
- Those looking to deepen their understanding of local food practices and easy-to-make recipes.
Secure Your Spot Now: With limited availability, this exclusive workshop is expected to fill up rapidly. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to transform the way you view and use corn in everyday cooking.
Book your place today for a journey through taste, tradition, and community.
Join us at Vizcaya Village for a day where history, culture, and culinary artistry come together under the Miami sky. Come for the corn, stay for the community!
TICKET OPTIONS
ONLINE TICKETS ARE REQUIRED. TICKETS NOT SOLD AT THE DOOR.
GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS
$10 for adults; $5 for children (age 6-12); FREE for children ages 5 and under.
VIZCAYA MEMBERS
Save 20% on all community programs. Member login is required. For assistance, please email membership@vizcaya.org.
About Yorkys Rodriguez:
Yorkys Rodriguez is the founder and creative force behind Bodhi’s Garden Delights. With a deep-rooted passion for holistic food and herbalism, she began Bodhi’s Garden Delights in 2010 with starter herb plants that came with information cards about their botanical identities and medicinal properties. The venture has since evolved to include a wide array of organic produce, catering services, and a market-sold product line, along with handcrafted natural personal care products.
THOUGHTFUL THURSDAY WELLNESS SERIES | This series is designed to create opportunities for community and wellness building through a variety of wellness practices. Over a span of six weeks, workshop sessions feature expressive art therapy modalities, cooking demonstrations, and art-making activities. Thoughtful Thursdays will take place at Vizcaya Village each Thursday.
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Refund Policy and Requests
All refund requests must be submitted via Eventbrite 48 hours prior to the event date.
Member refunds must be requested via email.
Save with Memberships
Vizcaya members get discounted tickets to community programs like this! They also get unlimited free daytime visits to the estate and other great perks.
Learn more about these perks and check out the membership options by clicking below.
Online Tickets Required
Every person, regardless of age or member status, is required to have a ticket and will not be admitted without one. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are not sold at door.
Making a donation to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens does not grant entry to this program. Health and safety regulations remain in place. This program is rain or shine.
Accessibility
To promote inclusion for all, Vizcaya ensures that all community programs, after-hour and weekend events for locals, feature activities that are physically accessible to all visitors. While not all areas of the estate are wheelchair accessible, community programs are purposefully located in areas without stairs or that can be accessed via a ramp.
To leaen more about accessibility at Vizcaya, please click here.
Notice of Photography
By entering Vizcaya’s premises, you consent to your likeness being captured in photos, videos or audio as well as the release, publication, exhibition and reproduction of these. For more details, see the Film and Photography Notice.
Village Programs + East Side Access
This program takes place in Vizcaya Village, and access to this space is restricted. Program admission does not include access to the Main House and gardens on the east side of the property and only includes access to the Village during program hours.
To promote inclusion for all, Vizcaya ensures that all community programs, after-hour and weekend events for locals, feature activities that are physically accessible to all visitors. While not all areas of the estate are wheelchair accessible, community programs are purposefully located in areas without stairs or that can be accessed via a ramp.
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![[Last updated: Oct. 8] Vizcaya will CLOSE through Thursday, October 10, because of #HurricaneMilton. The well-being of our staff, visitors, and the safeguarding of our treasured collection are our highest priorities during this time.
We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide reopening updates as conditions evolve. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.
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[Última actualización: 8 de octubre] Vizcaya CERRARÁ hasta el jueves 10 de octubre debido al #HuracánMilton. El bienestar de nuestro personal, visitantes y la protección de nuestra valiosa colección son nuestras máximas prioridades en este momento.
Continuaremos monitoreando la situación de cerca y proporcionaremos actualizaciones sobre la reapertura a medida que las condiciones evolucionen. Gracias por su comprensión y, por favor, manténganse seguros.](https://vizcaya.org/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed/img/placeholder.png)
