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China's classics.
The 15 most popular workshops right now, with prices, durations, and what to expect from each one on the day.
Shop Liangjiaxiang spices in Chengdu, learn Sichuan wok skills with a chef, then eat your own dishes with drinks in a small group.
“Great class - both enjoyable and educative. I genuinely recommend it to anyone looking to learn more about Sichuan cuisine. Very accommodating as well (I’m vegetarian!).”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in central Beijing at Wangfujing. English-led 30–60 minute class with tools, scripts, and a meaningful character for $20.
“We learned about the philosophy of calligraphy, which includes a meditative and light focus. We practiced and improved a lot :). The teacher was patient, and helped us make adjustments to improve our work before our final piece.”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in Beijing with small-group instruction, brush techniques, and a take-home memento near Wangfujing.
“We had an amazing time! It was fun and very instructive C-: I highly recommend. Richard is very kind and patient, and also gave us lots and lots of very delicious tea!!”
Organic Chinese dumplings start with a Jordan market walk, then you make and eat 10 handmade dumplings in a small class.
“This class was amazing. A small group of 6 including us, very nice people and Feliz did really teach us how to make dumplings from scratch. Excellent way to know more about the culture and the cantonese food.”
A 3-hour Beijing dumpling workshop with English coaching, tea pairing, and plenty of food plus beer, $35 per person starting 16:30.
“My wife and I had an amazing time at this dumpling-making class! The instructor was patient and fun, the steps were easy to follow, and the fillings were delicious. We met some great people and left with full stomachs, new friends, and folding skills we can actually use at home. Highly recommend!”
Cook Beijing-style dumplings and more on Zoom with Chef Miss Li. Vegan options, ingredients list in advance, tailored teaching for $20.
“Sunflower was able to communicate her charm through Zoom. She was very organized and had prepared us before the class with all the ingredients. Sunflower was able to walk a party of 6 on how to make the most authentic delicious steam buns. She will ask you about dietary restrictions and cater the menu to…”
Join a Jordan-area market walk and organic xiao long bao class. Make wrappers from scratch, then eat 10 dumplings each.
“A fun way to experience Hong Kong Culture and learn the tradition of making soup dumplings first hand. We walked the wet market together as a group and then went to a café to learn, cook and eat! Feliz was a great teacher and guide.”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in Beijing’s Wangfujing hutong area with an English-speaking teacher, tea, and hands-on practice using real tools.
“Very nice and authentic experience. Richard is a very good teacher, and we had a very good adventure in this class. We recommend! Thank you.”
Sip four premium Chinese teas in Chai Wan. Learn gongfu pouring, pair with snacks, and use all five senses to match flavors.
“It was beyond expected, everything about the class was amazing !!! The teacher the knowledge and the fun all at once, I have a really great time learning from the best. Before I came here I love to drink tea but after this class it’s not only to lovRead more”
Beijing Wangfujing calligraphy class near the Forbidden City. Learn brush strokes and make your own artwork in 45–120 minutes.
“Very interesting and beautiful class of calligraphy with Richard, we are very happy that we took the class!”
Train in traditional Chinese kungfu in a 700-year hutong beside the Forbidden City, with English coaching, practical self-defense, and optional tea.
“Very very nice !! Great experience but bring an extra t-shirt to change afterwards 😂😂”
Learn Chinese calligraphy in downtown Beijing with an art teacher, included supplies, and a small-group class that fits your schedule.
“Great experience, highly recommended!!! Richard is an amazing teacher and kind person, you’ll learn a lot from him!!!”
Chengdu half-day: spice market walk, tea ceremony, chef-led Sichuan cooking, then eat your dishes with recipes and beverages.
“Fantastic One-on-One Experience – Truly Unforgettable! I was lucky to be the only participant in this cooking class, and it was absolutely amazing! Jerry, the guide, was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive. He took plenty of time to walk me through the local market and introduced me to the key ingredients and flavors of Sichuan…”
Shop a Yangshuo market with Hans, then cook Yangshuo beer fish and enjoy family tea in a 4-hour private class with lunch.
“Such a fun, delicious, and cultural day! Hans met us near the market, where we found ingredients for our meal, learned about local food customs, and even sampled a bunch of things! Hans speaks excellent English, is knowledgeable, immeRead more”
VIP Class Huangpu River cruise, Bund and Pudong night views, and a Din Tai Fung xiaolongbao dinner with private guide transfers in Shanghai.
“Very overpriced. River cruise was nice but pretty generic. The Dim Sum place was a chain and we got there super late, so they were about to close. Minimal explanation from our tour guide about the history of the city.”
