Advanced Chinese Cooking Class - LuWei Beef

Advanced Chinese Braising & Flavour Workshop in London



1.5 hours Location Archway Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 2 to 20   £88 - £98 (£88 for Public; £98 for Select-Time or Weekends)
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Welcome and Prepare Your Ingredients

Welcome and Prepare Your Ingredients

Step into our cool, welcoming London kitchen and discover how to master LuWei beef. Prep your ingredients and learn essential Chinese knife skills with help on hand if you need it.


Prepare the LuWei Sauce

Prepare the LuWei Sauce

Learn the tips and tricks for creating the perfect LuWei sauce -- the key to the delicious taste of this dish. And don't worry -- you'll get to take this home with you to enjoy.


Cook the LuWei Beef

Cook the LuWei Beef

We'll teach you the special LuWei cooking method and help you understand the unique techniques required to create the perfect LuWei beef dish.


Prepare a Salad

Prepare a Salad

While we wait for the LuWei beef to cook to perfection, we'll make an edamame salad to accompany your delicious creation.


Chop and Present

Chop and Present

Work on your Chinese knife skills as we chop and present your LuWei beef like it looks fresh from a restaurant -- ready to be enjoyed.


Taste the Success

Taste the Success

Sit back, relax, and enjoy your hard work! Bring tupperware to take away your leftovers and leave with a host of new cooking skills.


Ready to take your Chinese cooking skills to the next level?
Join our advanced Chinese cooking masterclass in London and learn the art of LuWei, a traditional and deeply complex flavour technique that has been perfected over generations.
In this immersive, hands-on class, you will master how to create LuWei Beef (with a vegan option available upon request), while building a strong foundation in flavour layering, technique, and precision cooking.
Vegan option available (Bean Curd). Please mention at booking.
LuWei is a traditional Chinese cooking method with a long history and depth that cannot be fully translated into English. While it may resemble braising or slow cooking, it is a unique and intricate technique that requires in-person guidance to truly understand.
In this class, you won’t just follow a recipe — you will learn the principles, structure, and philosophy behind LuWei cooking.
What You Will Learn
Core Techniques
How to prepare and develop a LuWei master sauce
(You will take this home—bring a 500ml container)
  • The full process of creating LuWei Beef (or vegan alternative)
  • Understanding essential Chinese herbs and seasonings
  • Knife skills fundamental to Chinese cuisine
  • Sauce balancing and flavour control
Practical Cooking Skills
  • Preparing a complementary dipping sauce
  • Creating an Edamame side dish using LuWei principles
  • Combining hot and cold LuWei techniques for balanced dishes
  • Timing and workflow management during slow cooking
The Signature Experience
While your LuWei beef slowly cooks to perfection, you will:
  • Practise knife skills and preparation techniques
  • Learn how to build layers of flavour
  • Explore how one master sauce can evolve over time
  • Gain confidence working with authentic ingredients
At the end of the session, you will leave with:
  • Your own cooked dish
  • Your reusable LuWei master sauce
  • A deeper understanding of Chinese cooking techniques
Why This Class Is Different
This is not just a cooking class — it is a deep dive into a traditional Chinese cooking system.
By the end of this session, you will:
  • Understand how to create and reuse a master sauce
  • Gain confidence in advanced Chinese cooking techniques
  • Be able to recreate and adapt LuWei dishes at home
  • Elevate your cooking beyond recipes into true technique mastery
Learning Environment
  • Small group setting for personalised guidance
  • Spacious, air-conditioned kitchen
  • Clear, step-by-step instruction from experienced instructors
  • Often available as a private class on weekdays
  • Online and onsite options available upon request
LuWei is more than a dish—it is a technique, a tradition, and a foundation of Chinese cuisine.
Once you learn it properly, it becomes a tool you can use again and again, transforming your home cooking into something truly exceptional.
Add-On Enhancements
Make your experience more complete:
  • Knife Sharpening & Care Training
  • Learn how to properly maintain your kitchen tools
  • Bubble Cocktail Tasting
  • Explore creative drinks while learning about flavour pairing
  • Additional Dishes
  • Smashed cucumber (vegan favourite)
  • Crispy chilli sauce variations
(Add-ons may extend class time by 30–60 minutes)
  • Apron with logo to wear at home cooking in the future
  • Recipe Collection Booklet to collect beautifully designed and printed recipes
Allergy & Dietary Information
  • Contains soy and gluten (soy sauce)
  • Vegan option available (bean curd)
  • Alternative proteins (e.g. duck leg) available upon request
  • Please inform us of dietary requirements when booking
Important Booking Information
  • Price is per person. Each attendee must hold a valid ticket.
  • This is an adult-only class (18+).
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
  • Class duration is an estimate and may vary depending on group size.
No Refund Policy
All bookings are non-refundable. You may transfer your ticket to another adult (18+) if you cannot attend. Please notify us in advance.
Rescheduling
£50 fee per person, requested at least 7 days before your class.
Arrival & Punctuality
Classes begin promptly. A 15-minute grace period is allowed. Late arrivals may forfeit their booking.
Health & Safety Policy
  • For the safety of all guests and in line with UK food hygiene guidance, anyone experiencing vomiting, diarrhoea, or similar symptoms must be symptom-free for at least 48 hours before attending the class
  • Guests may be asked to confirm this upon arrival
  • We reserve the right to refuse entry if this requirement is not met
We appreciate your understanding as our small-group experiences require preparation and precise timing.

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Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 22 Oct 2026, 9:03pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

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What you'll get
  • Your own LuWei Beef to eat or take home! Plus the sauce you made in the class.
  • Complimentary tea served throughout the class.
  • Can purchase ingredients in the shop.
Knowledge required
  • Beginner-friendly!
  • Cut nails will help.
  • A person under 18 cannot attend the class at all. We will ask for valid IDs if you look very young. Your class will be cancelled without a refund if you fail to provide proof. It is for your safety and required by the insurance policy. If we don't follow it, this class will not be allowed to continue. Thank you for your understanding.
What to bring
  • Feel free to bring containers to take the LuWei Beef and sauces home! You can buy from us if you forgot yours.
  • Thermal bag will be useful in hot summer. You can buy from us too.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Private Class (£10)
  • Have one cup of Bubble Cocktail/ Mocktail (£10)
  • Add One Special Tea Tasting (£15)
  • Add Crispy Chilli Sauce (£15)
  • Recipe Collection Booklet (£15)
  • Apron (£15)
  • 100% Hand-Pulled Noodle (£15)
  • Add Smashed Cucumber (£15)
  • Add Special Tofu Salad (£15)
  • Knife Sharpening Class (£35)
  • Add Sake Tasting (£35)
  • Add Pickled Vegetable Class (£35)
  • Cold Chicken Feet Dish (£35)
  • Cold Duck Tongues (£35)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a creative gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.


FAQ

Can you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes, we can cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, dairy free and halal. Let us know your requirements before or after booking. If you have a food allergy or need a strictly gluten-free meal for coeliac disease, please message us before booking.
Location

Oriental Food - 126 Junction Road, London, UK, N19 5LB

This venue is within walking distance of Tufnell Park and Archway tube stations. Limited street parking spaces and very expensive.

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At Hanna and Simon's Foodie Kitchen, we believe cooking is more than following recipes — it is a craft, a culture, and a shared experience.
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From sushi masterclasses to Chinese tea ceremonies and artisan dessert experiences, every class is designed to give you more than just a finished dish. We teach you the “why” behind the technique — so you leave with confidence, not just instructions.
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