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Dumpling & Chinese Cooking Classes: 15 Around the World

20 classes  ·  from $18 a head

Wrappers rolled thin, pleats that take practice, and a wok hotter than anything domestic. These 15 are priced and clear about group size and what you take away.

Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting - Inside the two-hour class at Pierogi & More
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Warsaw’s No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting

1.Warsaw’s No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 576 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $77Our pick

At Pierogi & More in Warsaw, you will learn the story behind pierogi, knead and roll dough, prepare meat or vegetable fillings, practice several folds, then cook and eat the dumplings you made. English instruction, vegan options by request, and a Polish liqueur tasting are included. Classes last about two hours and host up to 10 people.

“This is a really fun activity. I enjoyed learning about Polish dumplings and how to make them. The class was very well organized. I would recommend this as something different and fun to do!”

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Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings - What happens during the 90-minute session
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Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings

2.Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 210 reviews · from $118

In a traditional Kyoto townhouse, an English-speaking instructor such as Hama, Maya, Ryo, or Yo guides you through making gyoza wrappers, choosing a filling, folding 10 to 12 dumplings, and cooking them with a professional machine. You’ll also hear about Japanese history and may dress in samurai armor for photos. The class lasts about 90 minutes and suits families, couples, and older children.

“Fun class!! I got to choose my filling and the host was so friendly and knowledgeable. I got to learn about the history of gyoza as well as make my own. I would love to receive the recipe! Go hungry!”

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Ramen & Dumpling Cooking in Tokyo with Chef/Vegan possible - Making noodles from scratch
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Ramen & Dumpling Cooking in Tokyo with Chef/Vegan possible

3.Ramen & Dumpling Cooking in Tokyo with Chef/Vegan possible

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 107 reviews · from $102

Meet Yoshi and Amo near Ekoda Station for a two-hour, hands-on ramen and gyoza class in their Tokyo home. You will make fresh noodles, fold dumplings, prepare toppings, and build a personal ramen bowl. Morning and noon sessions are available, vegetarian and vegan options can be arranged, and groups are capped at 12.

“Nice and cozy place at authentic japanese home. The course is detailed and full of useful tips. The result ramen and gyozas were absolutely delicious.”

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Flavors of Beijing: Eat Like A Real Chinese - Starting near the Bell and Drum Towers
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Flavors of Beijing: Eat Like A Real Chinese

4.Flavors of Beijing: Eat Like A Real Chinese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · from $99

Meet Chef Chao near Beijing’s Bell and Drum Towers for a market walk, condiment lesson, and hands-on cooking class in a local home. You may prepare dumplings, noodles, fish, pork, beef, or a vegetarian menu, then eat what you make. Groups are capped at 12, and recipes are provided.

“It was a wonderful time - We walked to the market and picked all of our food that we were going to cook with. We bought extra fruits, ramon, nuts... the assortment was incredible! The instructor and his wife were very helpful and the food turned out perfect!”

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Shanghai-Cooking Dumpling & Meal in Local Family-w/Vegan - Meeting Bonnie and entering the family setting
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Shanghai-Cooking Dumpling & Meal in Local Family-w/Vegan

5.Cooking Dumpling & Meal in Local Family-w/Vegan

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 36 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $82

Spend 3.5 hours in Jing’an making dumplings with Bonnie and her mother in a small group of up to six. You’ll prepare dough, wrappers, and fillings, then sit down to a meal of homemade dumplings and Shanghai specialties. English instruction, vegan and allergy needs accommodated with advance notice, plus personal tips for Shanghai and nearby cities.

“Great experience! It was a lot of fun and very tasty. I would do it again and recommended it to my friends.”

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Private Cooking Class: Make Your Own Dim Sum In Shanghai

6.Private Cooking Class: Make Your Own Dim Sum In Shanghai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · from $88

Spend two hours in a private Shanghai cooking class making two dim sum dishes of your choice. Your instructor supplies the ingredients, equipment, recipes, and patient guidance. Pick from soup dumplings, shrimp dumplings, siu mai, egg rolls, sesame balls, and more. The class is in a workshop setting, with vegetarian options available by request.

“Great class! Mike was amazing. Our dim sum and spring rolls were delicious. Mike spoke fantastic English and is a very knowledgeable chef. Thank you for a great class!”

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Melbourne: Chinese Dumpling Cooking Class with a Drink - Making dough from scratch
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Melbourne: Chinese Dumpling Cooking Class with a Drink

7.Melbourne: Chinese Dumpling Cooking Class with a Drink

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · 2h 30m · from $105

At Otao Kitchen on Victoria Street, an English-speaking chef shows you how to make dumpling dough, roll wrappers, choose a pork, beef, chicken, or tofu filling, and cook your creations. The 150-minute class ends with a sit-down meal, a drink, and recipes to take home. Chef Phillip may lead your session.

“Great interactive cooking class, the chef gave great instruction which made everyone enjoy the evening”

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Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings - What happens during the 90-minute session
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Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings

8.Gyoza Cooking Class in Kyoto: Traditional Japanese Dumplings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 1h 30m · from $127

At this 90-minute Kyoto workshop near Karasuma Oike Station, you’ll choose fillings, learn traditional gyoza wrapping, cook your dumplings, and eat them fresh. English and Japanese instruction is available, with tools, one drink, a samurai photo, and the full recipe included. Guide Hama is praised for friendly, patient teaching, and vegetable options can be requested in advance.

“Wonderful activity. Highlight of trip. Made dumplings including dough. Requested 1 veggie option and it was great. 8 of us including 2 kids age 11. Highlight for everyone. It was a great evening activity for dinner after coming in on train.”

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2.5hrs Chinese Kitchen Cooking Class: Xiaolongbao Soup Dumplings - 10:00 am: A short introduction to Shanghai cooking
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2.5hrs Chinese Kitchen Cooking Class: Xiaolongbao Soup Dumplings

9.2.5hrs Chinese Kitchen Cooking Class: Xiaolongbao Soup Dumplings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · from $98

At a small studio near Shanghai’s Guangyuan Road, an English-speaking chef guides you through dough, filling, soup wrapping, sauces, and two cooking methods for xiaolongbao. Cici and Yin are praised for patience and humor. The 2.5-hour class includes tea, a shared meal, and the recipe, with vegetarian and vegan options available by request.

“This was a phenomenal experience, Cici works at your pace and skill level - I wasn’t very good and that was fine. The dumplings were delicious at the end”

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San Francisco: Dumpling Cooking Class & 3-Course Dinner - Starting at 555 Fulton Street
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San Francisco: Dumpling Cooking Class & 3-Course Dinner

10.San Francisco: Dumpling Cooking Class & 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · from $135

Join Chef Eddie at 555 Fulton St. for a three-hour, small-group dumpling class. Knead dough, roll skins, pleat dumplings, mix a dipping sauce, and enjoy a three-course dinner with pork belly and red bean dessert. A recipe guide helps you repeat the meal at home.

“Wonderful and warm evening with delicious outcome! Eddie is a wonderful and patient teacher. He made the entire evening inclusive, friendly and fun.”

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Tokyo: Real Ramen & Dumpling Cooking with Master Chef - Starting with the egg and ramen toppings
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Tokyo: Real Ramen & Dumpling Cooking with Master Chef

11.Real Ramen & Dumpling Cooking with Master Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 2 hours · from $99

Meet chef Yoshi and Amo near Ekoda Station for a two-hour English-language class covering ramen, gyoza, seasoned egg, toppings, chashu, soup, and noodle draining. The group may be as small as four. You cook, eat what you make, receive the recipes by email, and can request vegetarian ramen in advance.

“This activity was such a wonderful end to our trip! The chef and his assistant were so friendly, gave clear instructions and helped us cook with love 🙂 They speak wonderful English and make you feel welcome. Also, the food was very delicious! I would say some of the best pork in ramen I have ever had. They share the recipe with you at the end of your appointment and you even get some fun complimentary merchandise. it was totally worth the cost and I would do it again! Also, we bought a custom apron which we will enjoy while cooking our new ramen recipe with gyoza.”

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Half day Chengdu Dumpling Class: Make from Scratch - Learning the dumpling process from scratch
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Half day Chengdu Dumpling Class: Make from Scratch

12.Half day Chengdu Dumpling Class: Make from Scratch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $70

Join guides such as Jerry or Lance for a four-hour Chengdu food experience. Explore a local spice market, choose ingredients, learn dumpling making with a professional chef in a traditional courtyard kitchen, then eat what you prepare with tea, beer, or soft drinks.

“Jerry started our tour with a nice introduction of Chengdu, before he took us to the food market where we could buy all our ingredients. We were the only 2 joining the sessions, and Jerry tailored the menu to our vegetarian preferences. He gRead more”

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Private Home Cooking Class:Dumpling Cooking Class Tour in Xi'an - Mixing Dough and Building Xi’an Dumplings
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Private Home Cooking Class:Dumpling Cooking Class Tour in Xi’an

13.Private Home Cooking Class:Dumpling Cooking Class Tour in Xi’an

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · from $90

Spend about four hours making Xi’an-style dumplings with a local family and chef. Your English-speaking guide, such as Tilla, Dodo, or Lily, translates each step, from mixing dough to folding jiaozi. Hotel pickup is offered, lunch is included, and the private format suits couples, families, and small groups.

“Our tour guide Tilla is very nice and kind. We have spent a splendid time with a local family. They are quite friendly. Jiao Zi is delicious! We definitely recommend this tour for everybody. Next time I plan to learn with them how to make noodles.”

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Hoi An Cooking Class - Traditional Chinese Dumpling - A garden walk before the cooking begins
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Hoi An Cooking Class – Traditional Chinese Dumpling

14.Hoi An Cooking Class – Traditional Chinese Dumpling

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2h 30m · from $18Best value

At Bong Farm, 10 minutes from Hoi An Ancient Town, Yen and Dong guide you through a hands-on dumpling class using vegetables picked from the garden. You will knead dough, season fillings, fold dumplings, cook seasonal dishes, and eat the results in a peaceful family-run setting. Vegetarian options are available on request.

“Great family activity. Went as a family of 4 and had a fun time. We always like to do a cooking class of some kind when we travel. This was very easy to do & is acceptable for all ages. Best ting is you get to eat what you make at the end so go hungry!”

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Private Hutong Culture Tour with Dumpling Cooking Class plus Cricket Fighting Game - Confucius Temple and the quiet Guozijian setting
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Private Hutong Culture Tour with Dumpling Cooking Class plus Cricket Fighting Game

15.Private Hutong Culture Tour with Dumpling Cooking Class plus Cricket Fighting Game

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $176

Spend six hours exploring Beijing with a private guide, visiting Lama Temple and Confucius Temple, riding a rickshaw through old hutongs, cooking dumplings with a local family, and watching cricket fighting. Lily is one named guide associated with the tour. Hotel pickup, lunch, transport, and admission fees are included.

“Lily was our guide and we have a fantastic time with her from the time we met her ..making the dumplings were just awesome food was great highly recommend this trip ..:”

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