Top China Cooking Classes

A relaxed, hands-on introduction to Chinese pastry-making where you learn by doing. Small groups, personal guidance, and a peaceful setting make this an enjoyable way to discover traditional techniques. You’ll leave with practical skills and a recipe you can easily recreate at home.

1. Step into the heart of Beijing’s hutong life, just moments from the Forbidden City and traditional Peking Opera theaters. 2. Experience an authentic Chinese tea ceremony inside a teahouse transformed from a traditional courtyard house. 3. Enjoy a vivid cultural introduction through tea, conversation, and the timeless spirit of Chinese hospitality.

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

This tea tour immerses yourself in the rich tradition of Chinese tea with an exclusive Chinese Tea Culture Experience. The venue is close to Shanghai's former French Concession area, close to Tianzifang or Xujiahui. Why Choose Our Chinese Tea Tour? 1. Discover Authentic Chinese Traditions – Go beyond drinking tea and uncover the deep history, philosophy, and artistry behind Chinese tea culture. 2. Gain Hands-on Skills – Experience three authentic brewing styles, from Song Dynasty tea whisking to traditional Chinese tea ceremony, and take these timeless skills home. 3. Learn from a Tea Expert – Gain insights from a professional tea master with over 10 years of experience in tea selection and evaluation. This experience is ideal for tea lovers, culture seekers, and anyone looking to slow down and connect with China’s rich heritage in a memorable way.

Enjoy an immersive cultural experience in Shanghai that brings together two of China’s most beloved traditions: handmade dumplings and authentic tea tasting. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn to make one type of traditional Chinese dim sum—Xiao Long Bao (Soup Dumplings), Boiled Dumplings, or Pan-fried Dumplings—followed by a guided tasting of all six major Chinese tea categories. Ideal for travelers seeking a meaningful cultural activity, this experience combines cooking, tasting, storytelling, and cross-cultural interaction.

Learn how to make the traditional Chinese dish called Pun Chio in this private cooking class located in Tsim Sha Tsui. You will learn which ingredients are in the dish, including shrimp, fish, pork, vegetables, chicken, and more. You’ll also learn how to present the dish, and then you get to sit down to eat it, along with Chinese tea.

Most travelers want to experience the profound healing of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), but are held back by the language barrier and the fear of the unknown. The unique flavor of this experience is "Ancient Wisdom, Translated for You." This is not a standard tourist spa visit—it is a deeply authentic cultural and medical immersion. What makes us truly unique is your guide: you are accompanied not by a standard tour guide, but by a bilingual, internationally certified physician. We act as your personal cultural bridge, safely demystifying the 2,000-year-old Taoist philosophy of Yin, Yang, and Qi (vital energy). You get to step inside a premium, authentic local clinic and experience the ancient diagnostic arts of pulse and tongue reading, with absolute peace of mind knowing a trained doctor is sitting right beside you to translate every concept. It is the perfect harmony of Eastern cultural heritage, premium VIP comfort, and modern medical safety.

Recapture the sophistication and magic of old Shanghai on this unique night tour: a private Chinese banquet in a hidden villa. Begin with a tea ritual accompanied by a private “qin” (zither) performance. Then head into the private dining room to feast on a menu of organic vegetables, fine meat, and seafood chosen while still alive. Your evening includes transfers by premier vehicle: Alcoholic drinks are at your own expense.

Discover the rich tea culture at Qixian Peak Scenic Area in Yangshuo, where lush tea terraces meet stunning karst landscapes. This hands-on activity invites you to pick tender tea buds under the guidance of local gardeners, donning traditional bamboo hats and carrying baskets. Experience the meticulous art of tea processing—stir-frying, rolling, and drying—transforming fresh leaves into aromatic 'Cuiyu' green tea. The highlight is tasting the tea you’ve crafted, all while surrounded by breathtaking scenery that blends nature and culture seamlessly.

Start by exploring a lively spice market, discovering key ingredients through fun challenges. Relax with authentic tea in a traditional teahouse. Then, learn from a master chef as you cook classic dishes in a hands-on workshop, mastering ancient techniques. Finally, savor your creations with local drinks—a perfect mix of culture, flavor and interactive fun!

Most Shanghai tours take you to the Bund or Yu Garden. This one takes you down a street where locals actually live. Discover a quieter, more personal side of Shanghai on a small-group walking tour through the historic Xinhua Road neighborhood. This experience concludes at a local tea house, where you will be introduced to the history of Chinese tea and the six major tea families (green, white, yellow, oolong, red, and dark tea). Discover the tools used for brewing, learn how to prepare tea in a local way, and practice pouring and tasting tea with guidance from your host. Combining urban history, architecture, community culture, and hands-on tea preparation, this experience offers a relaxed and engaging way to discover Shanghai beyond the usual tourist trail.

Highlights Systematic introduction to China’s six major tea categories Guided tasting of 4 different Chinese teas Learn how tea processing shapes flavor and character Small-group setting for a more personal experience Includes Chinese tea snacks Ideal for solo travelers and first-time tea learners

Ask anyone in China where to find the best meal, and the answer usually isn't a restaurant. It's someone's kitchen. One wok, a few dishes, everything brought to the table still steaming. That's what home tastes like here. I live in Shanghai, and I'd love to have you in my kitchen to cook a few of the dishes we make most often. None of them are difficult, and none of them are fussy, they're simply what's on the table in millions of Chinese homes every night. I'll walk you through the cutting, the seasoning, and the timing, and tell you the stories behind each dish along the way. Before we start, we'll take a relaxed stroll through a nearby wet market, seasonal produce, unhurried vendors, and a glimpse of daily life you won't find at any landmark. Afterwards, I'll send you a PDF of the recipes, so you can make these dishes again in your own kitchen wherever you are. One meal is enough to get to know Chinese food and each other. Come cook with me!

Simple, meditative, and deeply traditional, this experience offers insight into everyday Chinese folk art through careful handwork and thoughtful design, guided in a small, relaxed group.

Discover the elegance of tea culture with a 60-minute journey through the six classic teas of China at our Tianzifang teahouse in Shanghai. This private class, designed for up to five participants, invites you to learn traditional brewing techniques and delve into the rich stories behind each tea. Enjoy a serene atmosphere as you savor the distinct flavors and aromas that have been cherished for centuries, making it an enriching experience for both tea enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

Just a short drive from West Lake , Meijiawu Tea Village offers an immersive journey into Longjing tea culture. Don traditional blue-and-white garb, learn to identify premium "one-bud-one-leaf" shoots, and under expert guidance, try the centuries-old iron-wok roasting technique—feeling the leaves crisp and release their signature nutty aroma. After roasting, steep your own creation in spring water, and savor its fresh, grassy sweetness—a moment that ties all the steps together. This hands-on experience yields more than skills; you'll gain insider knowledge on tea grading, brewing, and history. Perfect for families with children who love tactile learning, culture enthusiasts, and adventurous travelers seeking authentic encounters, this activity transforms a casual visit into a profound connection with Hangzhou's rural heritage. You'll leave with a newfound respect for every cup and a story worth telling.

In Hangzhou, spend half a day living the way people did in ancient China – quiet and full of little rituals. Sit down, make an incense tablet, whisk a bowl of tea, and enjoy a few traditional pastries. Your teacher will guide you step by step: mix the incense powder, knead it, press it into a mold, and finish your own incense tablet. Then whisk tea until fine white foam appears – smell the aroma, look at the color, and take small sips. A few traditional pastries sit nearby – one sip of tea, one bite of pastry – and time slows down. Take your handmade incense tablet home. It gives off a natural fragrance – wear it or hang it up. Every time you smell it, you'll remember that quiet, relaxing half-day in Hangzhou, with a touch of ancient elegance. Make your own incense tablet and take Chinese elegance home. Learn traditional Chinese tea whisking and feel the calm elegance. Taste the tea you whisked — its color, aroma and finish. Enjoy traditional Chinese pastries with tea, bite by sip.

Skip the restaurant and eat at a Chengdu family's dining table, in their own home. +1 Chopsticks (加双筷子, "add a pair of chopsticks", what Chinese families say when a friend turns up for dinner) matches you with one of 6 vetted Chengdu host families, based on where you're staying and what you eat. How it goes: 1. Your host meets you at the door of their home. 2. Tea first, while the last dishes finish. 3. Home-style Sichuan dishes come out of the wok one at a time, shared family-style with rice and soup. Your host explains each one. 4. Stay and talk. Most meals run past two hours. 5. Leave with your host's own tips for eating your way around Chengdu. Every host cooks their own family's food. The sample menu below is a taste from different tables.

Master the culinary secrets of China in a hands-on cooking class that takes place in the heart of Shanghai. Learn to prepare iconic dishes such as Kung Pao Chicken and delightful Shepherd's Purse Wonton, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of a local kitchen. This immersive experience offers not just cooking skills but a taste of authentic Chinese cuisine!

This is a Chinese Tea Culture experience suitable for all levels, including beginners. In this trip, you can learn Chinese tea systematically. Not only can you see, feel and taste those fine tea to find your favorite, but also you can relax and enjoy the tea ceremony offered by our professionals at Tianshan Tea City, complete with a detailed presentation. You’ll explore at least six types of premium teas, engaging in an in-depth tasting journey that lets you discover each tea’s unique characteristics. After this trip, you will be equipped with basic Chinese Tea knowledge, which enables you to tell the categories and the quality of Chinese Tea. Also, with the guide of our professionals, you will have the chance to make tea by yourself just like a tea expert! First Sip of Tea: Your first taste of Chinese tea culture, where every sip begins a journey into tradition and discovery.

Welcome to Guangzhou, the birthplace of Lingnan culture. YumChina Kitchen invites you to experience authentic Cantonese cuisine and Chinese food culture. This hands-on cooking class lets you explore Guangfu traditions in practice. You will be guided by professional Cantonese chefs, who teach you ingredient selection, seasoning and practical cooking skills. We offer hundreds of classic and modern dishes with customizable lessons, so you can fully enjoy learning and cooking. Ideal for food lovers, cultural travelers and anyone wanting to improve cooking skills. Welcome to join with family, friends or colleagues to master Cantonese cuisine and create unforgettable memories in Guangzhou.

Experiencing a traditional Chinese tea ceremony to feel the culture of Chinese tea inside original hutong area beside Forbidden City. Our workshop is located right beside Fobidden City east gate. If you are interested in original local life and culture, we are surrounded by hutong with hundreds of years history,you will be dived into the historic circumstances of hutong life , feel and learn about Chinese tea culture and Beijing dialect culture You could communicate with original Beijinger to have a deep understanding about Beijing

Step into a local Shanghai home for an intimate Chinese cooking class and in-home dining experience centered on authentic Jiā Cháng Cài (Chinese home-style cooking). Learn to make handmade Chinese dumplings from scratch, master traditional folding techniques, and enjoy the meal you helped cook while discovering stories, traditions, and food culture that shape everyday life in Shanghai. More than a typical Shanghai cooking class, this private experience offers authentic Chinese home cooking and meaningful cultural connections - perfect for travelers seeking unique things to do in Shanghai.

Your host is a solo backpacker who has traveled to more than 30 countries. Through my own travels, I found that most tours and activities tend to stay in city centers and popular tourist areas. But for me, some of the most interesting parts of China are found in its traditional villages, where local culture and everyday life are still very real. I created this experience to take travelers beyond the usual tourist route, to see what a traditional Chinese village is really like, and to learn how traditional handmade soy sauce is actually made.