FALL & WINTER 2024 SCHEDULE
Welcome to Bonjour Càphê – where the fun never ends!
Get ready to savor the very first Vietnamese home-cooked tasting experience in Amsterdam! Enjoy a changing monthly menu of 'street delicacies' fused with other cuisines, inspired by the founder's travel journey. With the seasons, our menu evolves for a fresh and exciting experience every time. It's the pioneer of its kind – we come together, eat together, share stories together, and, of course, serve wine to each other. MENU & RSVP
Buckle up for all-day workshops. We're talking Vietnamese cooking, sensory class, creative drinks making, and a sprinkle of entrepreneurial wisdom – all served up by our fearless founder. Check out the upcoming workshops schedule coming your way below.
EXCLUSIVE: MATCHA TASTING WORKSHOP
October 27th, 2024
Embark on an exclusive journey at the inaugural collaboration between Chloe's Home Matcha Cafe and Bonjour Càphê, where the highest grading of matcha awaits. Experience the artistry of crafting your own matcha as you explore four prestigious brands: By Trinitea, Michi, Matsu-cha, and Nekohama.
Guided by the passionate hosts, Chloe and Kevin—two visionary Asian entrepreneurs—you’ll discover the subtle nuances of flavor and create your bespoke drink, perfectly paired with gourmet snacks.
This isn’t just a tasting; it’s a celebration of culture and craftsmanship. Reserve your spot now for an unforgettable experience that will elevate your appreciation for this timeless beverage.
The class is €75 per person, and the fee includes ingredients, food, and drinks. BOOK NOW to secure your one of 8 limited spot!
TRADITIONAL VIETNAMESE COOKING CLASS
EVERY 1ST & 3RD SUNDAY AFTERNOON
The foundation of Vietnamese flavors is built upon the five essential elements: sour, sweet, bitter, salty, and spicy. Spanning nearly 2000 kilometers from north to south, Vietnam boasts one of the world's most diverse culinary traditions, yet much of it remains undiscovered by the public. It's entirely possible to savor a different meal each day for an entire month without repeating any dish. In this class, we will delve into the art of preparing iconic, straightforward home-cooked meals that form the daily culinary tapestry of theVietnamese people. We'll also unravel the secrets of mastering the soul of Vietnamese cuisine: the dipping sauces.Together, we'll embark on a journey to explore the culture, proudly affirming that Vietnam is the Italy of the East.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Experience a delightful welcome tasting featuring our finest homemade Vietnamese delights, perfect for a morning pick-me-up or a delightful evening aperitif. We'll then dive into the world of authentic Vietnamese home-cooked meals, unveiling the time-honored secrets of processing and seasoning techniques passed down through generations in my family.
The class is €85 per person, and the fee includes ingredients, food, and drinks. BOOK NOW to secure your spot!
VIETNAMESE COFFEE TASTING - CRAFT YOUR OWN DRINK CLASS
EVERY 2ND SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Vietnam, the second-largest coffee exporter globally, boasts a hidden coffee gem waiting to be discovered. Unless you've traveled there or dined in a Vietnamese restaurant, you might not know about its coffee culture. In Vietnam, everything begins with a cup of coffee, and we've even crafted our unique brewing method known as "Phin," originally introduced by the French but now adapted in our own distinctive way. My journey into the world of coffee ignited a newfound passion for creative cocktails. I realized that concocting your own imaginative drinks can be just as addictive as cooking. It's about finding ways to amplify flavors, experimenting with unique combinations, and, yes, making a few delightful mistakes along the way. The process is not only enjoyable but also incredibly creative.
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WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this class, we'll embark on a journey through the world ofVietnamese coffee.We'll delve into its rich history, its origins, and the fascinating journey from bean to brew. Our adventure begins with a coffee tasting session, where we'll learn to discern different coffee profiles and identify unique notes, much like the art of wine tasting.As we sip, we'll pair our coffee with delightful snacks, discovering how flavors and aromas harmonize. Afterward, we'll shift gears and choose the cocktails we'd like to create, or if you prefer, mocktails are equally welcome.We'll draw upon the skills we've gained to craft our own exquisite mixed drinks, each a masterpiece of flavor.To conclude, we'll bottle our creations, design personalized labels with our names, and take our newfound creations home.
Our journey will include:
Exploring a diverse range of Vietnamese coffee.
Crafting your own Vietnamese coffee.
Elevating your palate with food and coffee pairings.
Unleashing your creativity to design and mix your own drinks
* Just in case you get tipsy, please sure you have Uber to take you home :) *
The class is €85 per person, and the fee includes snacks, and drinks. BOOK NOW to secure your spot!
ENTREPRENEURSHIP: UNLEASH YOUR FULL POTENTIAL
EVERY 4TH SUNDAY AFTERNOON
Embark on an inspiring journey with our founder, Kevin, a serial entrepreneur who charted his own course by launching over 20 projects and businesses in his 20s after dropping out of school. In this exclusive class, Kevin shares the invaluable lessons he learned the hard way, providing you with a roadmap to sidestep common pitfalls on your startup journey.
As a self-made success story, Kevin guides you through his personal experiences, unveiling the 20 key lessons that shaped his entrepreneurial path. Learn how to transform procrastination into action and turn your business ideas into reality. Kevin's unique approach and candid insights will revolutionize your perspective on business, offering a foot-print to kickstart your entrepreneurial dreams.
Join us for a transformative class that not only imparts practical knowledge but also empowers you to forge your own path. Let Kevin's entrepreneurial wisdom inspire you to break free from convention and unlock the potential to make your dreams come true. Don't miss this opportunity to redefine your approach to business and ignite your journey to success!
The class is €245 per person, and the fee includes snacks, and drinks. BOOK NOW to secure your spot!
SENSORY CREATIVE COOKING
COMING SOON
I firmly believe that everyone has the potential to become a cook; there's no such thing as a "bad cook" or "I'm not good in the kitchen." The beauty of cooking lies in the harmonious connection of our senses, a fusion of intuition, and, above all, the magic that resides within you. It allows you to craft entirely new dishes by drawing inspiration from everything you've ever tasted, seen, or been moved by. Cooking is an art that knows no bounds, bursting with vibrant colors.
My journey has taken me through Korea, the US, Germany,Albania, and Spain, with visits to over 34 countries.These experiences have reshaped my culinary outlook on an entirely new level.This is why I've created this class, to guide you on a journey of crafting a dish that leaves your unique mark of creativity. Let's prepare a dish that offers the comforting familiarity of home while introducing an unexpected twist that no one could have imagined.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this class, I will guide you through a mini-sensory journey, allowing you to smell the ingredients we have, taste the seasonings we will use, and participate in a mini wine and coffee tasting to imprint these sensations in your memory. Following this sensory experience, we will proceed to create art together. There’s no recipe, right or wrong, everything is base on feelings. Yet, I will share some fundamental secret of cooking to make sure even if you “fuck-it-up” big time, it still taste amazing, or being able to rescue it. (Well not all the time). Together, let’s craft your own menu which is: YOUR VERY OWN APITIZER, MAIN DISH, AND DESSERT. I CAN’T TELL WHAT YOU WILL CREATED, SO LET’S MAGIC DECIDE.
The class is € per person, and the fee includes ingredients, food, and drinks. BOOK NOW to secure your spot!
EMBARK INTO THE JOURNEY OF SENSES
COMING SOON
Every one of us was born with all of the senses, we need them all so much to survive through human revolution. Without our senses, everything will be so blank and tasteless, yet with our modern days we don’t connect with our senses so much anymore. I believe everyone has a good pallet, just because we can’t detect it it doesn’t mean it's not there. Through out my journey of diving into culinary since kid, I smell everything from the wet market in Vietnam, and that smell embarks me to the journey of creating my own perfume brand Grasse, France. I discover the connection between memories and senses are so incredibly strong, and when it comes to wine tasting or coffee, they all require pretty much the same skills. Senses can build up through experiences or practice, the more you connect to your sense, you will discover that everything around you are way more alive, with deeper meaning than its own blank existence. This class never have been ever created before because no-one out there has connect these three process together, everyone in each field are usually train to be a specific expert in it. Yet, as a student of learner I fortunate to experience all three through my start up journeys and I find it fascinating how we can connect all together.
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WHAT YOU WILL DO
In this class, we'll embark on a sensory exploration journey, learning to connect deeply with our senses. We'll hone our techniques, using our nose and mouth to detect nuances, and we'll take part in mini-tastings of wine, coffee, olive oils, and perfumes. Through each tasting and sensing experience, you'll jot down your personal notes, capturing what you detect and how these sensations connect to your memories.
Following the tasting and sensing sessions, we'll venture into the world of emotions, savoring a tasting course menu. You'll witness how your senses have evolved to a whole new level. It's truly remarkable as you begin to recognize notes, taste buds, and sensations throughout these experiences.
Our journey will include:
Learning to attune to our senses
Mini-perfume sensing
Mini-wine tasting
Mini-coffee tasting
Mini-olive oil tasting
Tasting exquisite delicacies while documenting your sensory discoveries
Please note that the ingredients and menu for the tasting are subject to change with the seasons and to accommodate dietary restrictions or personalized requests.
This class is designed for adults, and it's best to attend on a not-too-full stomach, while avoiding heavy-smelling foods like garlic, onions, cheese, or alcohol and coffee before the workshop.
The class is € per person, and the fee includes ingredients, food, and drinks. BOOK NOW to secure your spot!
