Dumpling Cooking Workshop with a Local Chef

East China, Shanghai



Master the art of making dumplings! Shaped like ingots, these treats are symbols of prosperity. Come for the taste, stay for the tradition-fold your dumplings and welcome a year of wealth and luck!

Highlights

  • Learn the cultural meaning of dumplings as lucky New Year food.
  • Master the 'water-adding' technique to make juicy fillings.
  • Practice four different folding methods with one-on-one guidance.
  • Cook and taste your own dumplings on the spot.
  • Take home a 'Dumpling Master' certificate and your handmade dumplings.

Description

We hope that orders can be placed at least 24 hours ahead of the cut-off time, so that we can have more time to prepare and ensure a pleasant experience for you. We will pick you up from the hotel and take you to a homestay, where you will attend a dumpling cooking class with a local chef. The class begins at 4 p. m.. Cultural Introduction: Discover the symbolism of dumplings-eaten to usher in good fortune at the New Year-and other Chinese New Year food traditions. The Art of Filling: The instructor will show how to prepare ingredients, season the filling, and demonstrate the key 'water-adding' technique. Then participants can make their own fillings. Hands-on Practice: The instructor will provide one-on-one guidance on four folding methods. Under his guidance, each participant can make dumplings in different shapes. Cooking & Tasting: Boil your handmade dumplings on site. Then gather around to enjoy them with the dipping sauces made by yourself. Ending Ceremony: You will receive a 'Dumpling Master' certificate and take your uncooked dumplings home. After the activity, we will drive you back to the hotel.

Includes

Translation service Air-conditioned vehicle Private pick-up and drop-off services Dumpling cooking workshop All necessary materials Instructor's guidance Beer and fruits

Excludes

Meals Gratuities Other personal expenses

Important Information

  • The class begins at 4 p. m.. We hope that orders can be placed at least 24 hours ahead of the cut-off time, so that we can have more time to prepare and ensure a pleasant experience for you.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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