Top Southwest China Cooking Classes

Start the day by exploring Lijiang’s oldest market to shop for your cooking class, with hands-on instruction led by a local Naxi minority family. Each person will prepare and eat three dishes.

Uncover the secrets behind Sinchuan cuisine on a 4-hour cooking class in Chengdu. Under the guidance of a local chef, learn the techniques required to make delicious delicacies like Kung Pao chicken and dumplings while gaining insight into the complex flavors of Sichuan food. Afterwards, sit down to feast upon the fruits of your labor with your fellow food lovers. Return home with recipe cards to impress friends and family with your new found knowledge.

During this 4-5 hours unique Dumpling making workshop, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it with fun challenges to complete and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the following cooking class. The class will be carried out in a traditional Sichuan style courtyard. You’ll be treated with Sichuan local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guide to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen. Finally, you can enjoy the dumplings with delicious fillings made by yourself along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.

Sichuan Hotpot has a history of at least 1700 years. Today Sichuan Hotpots have been increased in category to include the "Red Pot" (Spicy hotpot flavor with chili peppers and Sichuan peppercorns), the “White Pot” (Non-spicy hotpot flavor with broth) and ‘Double Pot’ (Including the first two). With the help of your guide, you will be cooking both the spicy hotpot and the Non-spicy pot and learn to cut and set dishes with decorations, which will be guided by a professional chef. This experience will have a very unique local market visit as well, you will try to learn and taste the different foods in this beautiful city.

Welcome to Fancy s Little Naxi Kitchen, where guests are invited to immerse themselves in the vibrant flavors and rich cultural heritage of Yunnan cuisine. This unique culinary adventure offers a hands-on experience, blending market exploration, cooking instruction, and cultural storytelling for an unforgettable journey through Naxi traditions.

No worry if you don't understand Mandarin, this cooking class is conducted by an English-speaking chef, a true foodies and a fan of cooking. Teaching you to cook 2 dishes of the cold noddles and wolf-teeth potatos. We will also introduce some culture and characteristics of Sichuan and Zigong cuisine. Finally, enjoy our hand-made food together!

Prepare Dan Dan noodles like a pro with this half-day cooking workshop. After a convenient pickup from hotels within the second ring road, travel with a guide to shop for spices at a local market. Then, head to a professional kitchen, where you’ll sip Jasmine tea and learn the secret sauce of Dan Dan noodles from an experienced chef. Savor your expertly-prepared meal and enjoy a complimentary beer before being returned to your hotel.

This is the ideal pick for foodie travelers who are keen to expand their Chinese cooking skills. Rather than just watching online videos, enjoy a much more immersive experience that starts with a visit to a local spice market. Learn about Sichuan spices and local ingredients, then take part in a cooking class that focuses on “Bao Zi” steamed buns. At the end, enjoy your tasty creations with drinks.

Engage with giant pandas in an exclusive half-day tour at the Chengdu Giant Panda Base. With VIP access through the east gate, gain insights from professional instructors about panda behavior and nutrition. Make your own panda food buns, explore enclosures, and enjoy a 3D film screening to enhance your understanding of these beloved creatures. This unique experience combines hands-on learning, interactive discussions, and a certificate award at the end of your visit. - VIP access at the east gate for fast admission，Can see giant pandas more conveniently - Hands-on experience making giant panda food with expert guidance - Observe giant pandas in various enclosures and learn about their habits - Receive a certificate and exclusive panda-themed gifts at the tour's end

Learn how to make Sichuan-style mapo tofu, a popular Chinese dish, during a cooking class in Chengdu. You’ll start with a visit to a spice market to see all the different ingredients that can be used in Chinese cuisine, and then head to the cooking location for tea and your lesson with a professional chef. Finally, sit down to enjoy your mapo tofu along with beer or other beverage. Booking in advance ensures you won’t risk a sold-out activity.

TRANSPARENT PRICING MODEL - PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING ABOUT OUR HOSTS & THE "BASE FEE + VOLUNTARY APPRECIATION" MODEL Important: Your host is NOT our employee. They are local cultural ambassadors who share their traditions, guide the activities, and facilitate connections throughout the experience. Their hosting service, knowledge sharing, and hospitality are NOT included in the base fee. Their service is supported by your VOLUNTARY CASH APPRECIATION at the end, based on your satisfaction. This model ensures hosts are fairly compensated for their time and expertise, supporting sustainable, community-driven cultural exchange. The appreciation is 100% VOLUNTARY, NOT mandatory. Suggested Range: If you value the host's guidance and hospitality, a tip of USD：20-50 per person is a common and appreciated standard. How to Appreciate: Give cash directly to the host at the end of the experience. By booking, you acknowledge and agree to this "Base Fee + Voluntary Appreciation" model.

At your professional Sichuan cooking studio, you will find a spacious, bright, and exceptionally comfortable environment centered around a large kitchen island. Your instructor is a master Sichuan chef with deep expertise. He will guide you through the finest details—from key seasonings and cooking techniques to the cultural nuances that distinguish Sichuan flavors from other Chinese culinary traditions like Shanghai, Cantonese, and Beijing. You can select one dish to master from your curated menu of 18 of Sichuan cuisine's most iconic classics. Throughout the hands-on session, you will not only learn how to perfectly prepare your chosen dish but also gain insights into the unique culinary traditions and essence of Sichuan locals. The experience culminates in the best part: savoring the delicious dish you created with your own hands.

Local food market shopping and bargaining · Learn to cook most popular Sichuan food step by step · Learn Chinese food culture stories behind it · Enjoy the food you made in a unique home-style garden restaurant · Recipes for your cooking

Discover the essence of Chengdu through its renowned Sichuan cuisine and tranquil moments in Huanhua Creek Park. As you savor iconic dishes like Twice-Cooked Pork, Kung Pao Chicken, and Mapo Tofu, each bite reveals the rich culinary heritage of the region. After indulging, unwind in the serene park where you can enjoy traditional Gaiwan tea and engage in a local card game with residents. This experience is a delightful blend of vibrant flavors and leisurely charm, perfect for anyone looking to immerse themselves in Chengdu’s unique culture.

Focus on Sichuan cooking during this tasting tour in Chengdu. With a guide in the lead, you’ll visit some of the city’s back alleys to find the best street food in places you might not find on your own. Gain insider knowledge of local as well as a deeper understanding of the culinary culture. Sample a variety of snacks, from hotpot to dumplings, throughout the tour.

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The city of Chengdu is known for its mouthwatering hot and spicy cuisine. In the “City of Gastronomy”, food is something you can not miss. Rather than going to a restaurant and get lost from the Chinese menu, you can also have a private dining experience with Chilli Cool. This private dining experience offers you an opportunity to enjoy authentic Sichuanese cuisine at Chilli Cool House. Instead of going to a restaurant, you can enjoy a more interesting and immersive experience -Optional participatory cooking and dining activities. It will be a great way to socialize with a group of friends or families, learn new cooking techniques, and try a variety of dishes, you can set up your own lunch/dinner based on more than 50+ dishes. This is a completely personal experience, private dining room, private kitchen, unlimited beers, and drinks are all provided. We can also help prepare surprises in advance, like Birthday surprise or Anniversary surprise.

Get more out of your time in Chengdu by going on this action-packed day tour. You’ll see pandas, learn to cook Chinese dishes, eat amazing food, and visit a beautiful monastery— Wenshu Monastery. After a morning pickup, you’ll travel with ease to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where entrance tickets are included. Explore the panda base, before enjoying a lunch in a hidden nunnery. The day ends with a market exploration and a Sichuan cooking class.

Chinese Baijiu is a kind of alcoholic drink distilled from grain or rice. It plays an amazing role in the daily life of the Chinese. Archaeological evidence suggests that the Chinese began brewing jiu 6,000 years ago. For thousands of years, people have worked hard to improve the process of making jiu. The main drinks consumed by the Chinese are white liquor and rice wine. White liquor is distilled from sorghum or maize. As a magical drink and custom, it has accompanied important occasions such as weddings and birthdays for more than 6,000 years.Six hundred years ago, Chengdu was full of treasures, but half of them were soaked in alcohol. At that time, Dongmen, the earliest CBD in Chengdu, had a wine shop on Shui Jing Street with a front shop selling wine and a back workshop brewing wine. So far, the intoxicating aroma of wine has been wafting along this street for a full 600 years.