Hong Kong Market Walking Tour & Chinese Cooking Class
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Hong Kong SAR, China
- 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Hong Kong is renowned throughout Asia for its unique cuisine, so what better place to experience a cooking class than the island metropolis. This small-group experience, an ideal choice for travelers seeking a hands-on cultural experience, reveals products you may otherwise have missed during a local market tour and provides insight into Hong Kong’s intricate cuisine. Plus, you can choose from a morning or afternoon departure time to suit your schedule.
- Don't just eat Hong Kong delicacies, learn to cook them during a cooking class
- Choice of morning or afternoon departure
- Explore the local streets on a walking tour of Hong Kong wet market
- Receive personalized attention in a small group
Sample Menu
Starter
Pan fried and steamed dumplings
The filling is usually minced pork, but upon request can also be ground beef or vegetables
Main
Gong Po Chicken
A very popular Sichuan stir fry dish. Most of the ingredients used are easy to source in most countries.
Main
Hot and sour dish
Normally it is made with sliced pork, but a vegan version can also be arranged. Spicy and sour but not too overwhelming.
Main
Fried rice
Fried rice with preserved Chinese vegetables and pine nuts. Strictly vegan but amazingly delicious.
What's Included
- Guided walking tour of a local wet market
- Fresh ingredients for the cooking class
- Hands-on 3-course cooking class
- Lunch or dinner of dishes prepared in class
- Water, tea, and coffee during class
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Ngau Tau Kok, Hong Kong
Exit A of the Ngau Tau Kok MTR station
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Cyndee_B
This tour was absolutely fabulous. I always take cooking classes no matter where I go. This one was the best yet. Bill (the owner and chef) was phenomenal. The markets were interesting and the food was incredible. I highly recommend this tour.
Reviews
4.9
based on 27 reviews
Gillian_R, Mar 2026
My daughter and I had a great time with Bill who was knowledgeable and interesting. We first visited the wet market, then went to his kitchen where he first demonstrated and then we got a chance to cook….and eat! Everything was delicious! Bill even provided boxes for us to take home leftover food. We would recommend this experience.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Gillian, you guys are most welcome! When you have a chance do try the dishes we made. Text me if you have any questions.
Victoria_T, Mar 2026
Great way to learn a little bit about the city and local markets and learn to make a few good chines dishes. Bill was very easy to understand and gave good instructions on the dishes we made.
Cyndee_B, Feb 2026
This tour was absolutely fabulous. I always take cooking classes no matter where I go. This one was the best yet. Bill (the owner and chef) was phenomenal. The markets were interesting and the food was incredible. I highly recommend this tour.
Lucia_F, Jan 2026
Excellent experience. Logistics very well organized, starting from the market tour until the cooking in a master chef looking kitchen. Bill has plenty of stories to tell, lets peope ask and experiment, and can make people feel relaxed and at ease. We will return home with three new dishes to cook. Highly recommended.
Alexandra_R, Dec 2025
It’s always great to get to know a culture through their food, and Pots and Pans provided just that! Bill is very knowledgeable and the cooking studio is well-equipped. Would like to make some more complicated dishes next time!
Ivey_C, Dec 2025
Fantastic experience, highly recommended! Our guide, Bill, is knowledgeable about Hong Kong and regional culture, history and food. We learned so much through out the guided walking tour and the in-studio cooking session. Bill’s pace was just right for our group, and he provided in-depth answers to our questions.
Bill’s studio is beautifully laid out and clean, and the dishes we cooked were simple yet delicious and included a vegan dish as well. We kept the recipes, so we will be making these again!
Bill even helped with the behind-the-scene with Viator wrt to booking changes. However, Viator customer service seems to be on the slow side, so we worked out that we had to actually cancel and re-book to adjust the number of participants. This is a bit inconvenient as it *seemed* as we could just make booking changes. Fortunately, we had started the communication about the booking changes before the no-cancellation date.
Overall, you will not regret booking this cooking experience!
Jennifer_B, Dec 2025
A great way to experience Hong Kong. Bill gave us an authentic look at the food culture as well as hands on cooking preparation.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Jennifer, thank you very much for your kind words! Hope you will have an equally exciting trip in China. Take care!
Jay_G, Nov 2025
Bill made the food tour cooking class really special and memorable. All of the things we cooked were customisable for dietary requirements and Bill even offered some expert opinions for flavour combinations that worked really well. His studio is immaculate and we loved everything about it. Would highly recommend!!
Cathy_M, Sep 2025
This is a fun way to learn some Chinese cooking skills, eat delicious food and explore the local markets with a guide.
Ruth_L, Aug 2025
A must do in Hong Kong! Bill was an awesome host, guide and teacher. The experience starts with a short tour around the markets and Bill gives interesting details about how the markets function and the cuisine of Hong Kong. Then you go up to the studio and make some of the best food you’ve ever tasted. Be advised that the dishes are pretty pork heavy, but I do think Bill can make accommodations if you don’t eat pork. However, everything was amazing. He thoughtfully walked us through each step of cooking the meals and gave us tips and corrections along the way. He also made some great recommendations for condiments and ingredients That we can get back home to re-create the dishes. In the end, we had a feast of incredibly flavorful dishes that truly represented the cuisine of Hong Kong. There was so much we had to take some things to go and they only tasted better later on. This is a great way to also meet other tourists and have fun conversations. It’s absolutely worth doing if you’re visiting Hong Kong.
kateyr, Jun 2025
What a great day!
Bill met us at the meeting point and then we walked to the markets.
As we strolled through the streets he filled us in on the recent (last 20 years), of history of Hong Kong. Filling us in on the local culture and the commercial or residential uses of the areas.
The markets were really interesting and we learned about food regulations for the store holders. The food was fantastically fresh with fish stalls and poultry. The vegetables looked delicious and Bill explained the difference in the sourcing by these small outlets compared to the larger stores.
We cooked four dishes, each very simple but delicious. Bill explained every step, what the various ingredients were, why they were incorpirated and the methods used to ensure that elusive but genuine Chinese flavour.
For anyone wanting to learn about traditional cooking, this class is to be recommended, no matter what your experience levels.
Ashley_F, Apr 2025
We had an incredible time on this tour – easily one of the highlights of our trip to Hong Kong! The experience started with a guided walk through a bustling local market, where our guide (who was knowledgeable, friendly, and full of great stories) introduced us to fresh local ingredients and the rhythms of daily life in Hong Kong. It was a fantastic way to get a feel for the city beyond the usual tourist spots.
The real magic happened in the cooking studio. The setup was clean, professional, and welcoming. We learned how to make several classic Chinese dishes – including dumplings from scratch – and the guidance was clear and hands-on without being overwhelming. Even as beginners, we felt totally comfortable and ended up making food that was genuinely delicious (and surprisingly authentic!).
Our guide, Bill, was a real standout. He was warm, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable – sharing fascinating stories about the local food culture and making everyone feel at ease. His passion for cooking and Hong Kong shone through in every part of the experience.
Highly recommended for anyone who wants to dive a little deeper into Hong Kong’s culture and come away with skills (and recipes!) you can use back home. Definitely come hungry!
Jon_P, Feb 2025
Great experience with Bill. Started in a local market before move in the the kitchen to learn some Chinese/Hong Kong cooking skills. Hugely educational and yummy.
Moritz_U, Feb 2025
Bill is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. We had a great time meeting him and learning more about cuisine as well as the Asian culture. He was a truly special host.
Christina_S, Jan 2025
This food tour/cooking class was one of the most memorable experiences on our trip to Hong Kong. Bill was an amazing host - very friendly and knowledgable. Cooking authentic Chinese dishes was a lot of fun. The food was excellent even with our beginner dumpling making skills! There was plenty of food, so bring your appetite and be prepared to take home leftovers!
Response from Host, Jan 2025
Thank you Christina! I consider myself very lucky more for playing this role as a cooking school instructor and at the same time learn more from my guests first hand what's happening in their part of the world.
Nick_2, Jul 2024
Bill was a great teacher and gave us a perfect introduction to Chinese cookery techniques and recipes we will be able to use back at home. The studio is amazing - a true “Pro kitchen” experience, and the wet market tour provided insights you can only obtain from a local guide. Make sure you don’t book an evening meal as you’ll be able to bring back anything you didn’t manage to eat for a hearty evening meal! Thoroughly recommended!
Response from Host, Jul 2024
Thank you Nick! As long as you guys are happy, we are happy! Do try cook those dishes at home. Thank you!
Adam J, Nov 2017
The experience was authentic and thoroughly enjoyable. My father and I had a bespoke culinary adventure that was a truly memorable moment and the highlight of our short stay in Hong Kong. We highly recommend it.
Sugisaka_M, Oct 2024
母と2人で料理教室に参加しました。
とても良い経験でした。マーケットの見学はビルさんの説明を聞きながら、とても勉強になりました。
一緒に参加したご夫婦もいい方で楽しい時間を過ごしました。
ビルさんが教えてくれる料理は全て美味しかったです。工程はシンプルで誰でも作りやすいです。日本に帰ったらそのレシピですぐに料理作りたいです。
おすすめの料理教室です。
Response from Host, Nov 2024
Sugisaka San, the pleasure is all ours, thank you for all your kind words! Take care!
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