Gluten-Free Mochi Making Workshop – Japanese Dessert Class

Discover the soft, chewy magic of authentic mochi — gluten-free, guilt-free, and ridiculously fun to squish.



1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 2 to 20

  £78 - £88 (£78 for Public; £88 for Select-Time or Weekends) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)
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A Warm Welcome

A Warm Welcome

Welcome to our cool and friendly London kitchen! Your culinary journey begins with a fascinating introduction to the history of mochi. In our small, personal classes, your experienced chef will get you settled in and excited to create these delicious Japanese treats.


Create the Perfect Dough

Create the Perfect Dough

Get hands-on with the most important step: making the signature mochi pastry. We’ll guide you through the process of creating that famously soft, smooth, and chewy texture, ensuring you master this key technique with confidence.


Wrap the Mochi

Wrap the Mochi

Discover the satisfying skill of filling and sealing your mochi. You’ll learn the traditional technique to neatly encase delicious fillings, creating the perfect little parcels of flavour. It’s a wonderfully mindful and fun part of the class.


Decorate Your Delicacies

Decorate Your Delicacies

Unleash your creativity as you add the finishing touches. You'll learn simple but beautiful ways to decorate your mochi, working with a variety of flavours to create a colourful and tempting collection of desserts.


Your Delicious Creations

Your Delicious Creations

Step back and admire the beautiful mochi you’ve made! You’ll leave the workshop with a box full of your own multi-flavoured Japanese desserts to take home and share, plus the skills and know-how to recreate them whenever you like.


Mochi is more than just a dessert — it’s a chewy bite of Japanese culture and tradition, now delighting taste buds across the UK. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to make these irresistible treats from scratch while discovering their fascinating history.
Whether you’re a baking beginner or a dessert enthusiast, our friendly chef-tutors will guide you every step of the way. Classes are small, in a spacious, air-conditioned studio, and weekday bookings often feel like a private experience.
In this Japanese dessert class, you will learn to:
  • Prepare the Mochi dough with perfect texture
  • Wrap and shape Mochi into beautiful, bite-sized pieces
  • Decorate and present your desserts like a professional
  • Explore multiple flavour options, including vegan and gluten-free varieties
By the end of the class, you’ll leave with a box of your own delicious Mochi creations and the confidence to recreate them at home — perfect for sharing or indulging yourself!
Add-On Options
All add-ons are conducted within the same session to maximise your experience. Please allow an additional 30–60 minutes if selecting extras.
  • Bubble cocktail pairing — sip while you shape your Mochi
  • Advanced Mochi Techniques — create more intricate and visually stunning Mochi (gluten required, extra 30 minutes)
  • Mochi Ice Cream — encase creamy ice cream inside your Mochi (contains milk, extra 15 minutes)
  • Turnip Cake — a savoury addition to your session, optionally containing dried shrimp or Chinese sausage (notify us if you prefer a vegetarian version)
Dietary & Allergy Information
Please let us know any dietary requirements via ClassBento message after booking:
  • Fully suitable for Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, and Vegan diets (notify us for adjustments)
  • Milk and butter are used for richer taste; plant-based alternatives are available
  • Nuts and sesame seeds may appear depending on selected flavours
Why Guests Love This Class
  • Hands-on and interactive — no experience required
  • Small class sizes with personal guidance
  • Learn traditional Japanese dessert techniques
  • Take home beautifully presented Mochi
  • Perfect for birthdays, gifts, or a fun foodie date
Important Booking Information
  • Price is per person. Each attendee must hold a valid ticket.
  • This is an adult-only class (18+). Don't worry, we have a family class for you and your children. Please visit this link, https://classbento.co.uk/w/fkqk
  • 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. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another adult (18+). Please notify us in advance with the new attendee’s name.
Rescheduling
If you need to reschedule your booking, a £50 fee per person applies. Reschedule requests must be made at least 7 days before your scheduled class date.
Arrival & Punctuality
Classes begin promptly. A 15-minute grace period is provided. If you arrive more than 15 minutes after the scheduled start time, we may not be able to admit you and your booking will be forfeited.
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 classes require advance preparation and planning.
We look forward to cooking with you!
What you'll get
  • Your handmade mochi desserts to take home to eat.
  • Knowledge and cooking skills.
  • Complimentary tea during the class.
  • Purchase the ingredients in the shop.
  • We have a cake box if you choose cakes in add-ons.
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Knowledge required
  • Beginners are welcome.
  • 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
  • A food box to take your desserts home. You can buy from us if you forgot to bring yours.
  • Thermal bag in summer. If you need, you can buy from us too.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Have one cup of Bubble Cocktail/ Mocktail (£10)
  • Add Special Herbs Green Mochi Class (£30)
  • Add Mochi Ice-cream (£20)
  • Private Class (£10)
  • Add Advanced Mochi (£50)
  • Turnip Cake (£35)
  • Pork Rice Ball (£25)
  • 8 Treasure Rice (£35)
  • Add Colourful Rice Balls (£35)
  • Add Colourful Rice Cake (£15)
  • Sparkling Wine (£35)
  • Add Matcha Making (£35)
  • TangHuLu Mini Class (£35)
  • Add Dubai Chocolate Filing (£30)
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, birthday or hen do.

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

Location

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

This venue is within walking distance of Tufnell Park and Archway tube stations. Street parking is very limited and expensive.

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Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen
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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.
Founded in London with a passion for precision and authenticity, we specialise in immersive Asian culinary workshops that combine traditional knowledge with hands-on learning.
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.
Precision.
Our sushi classes focus on technique, structure and presentation.
We guide you to create beautifully shaped rolls with professional standards — even as a beginner.
Culture.
Our tea and Matcha workshops explore centuries of history and philosophy, helping you understand the story behind what you taste.
Creativity.
Our dessert workshops celebrate colour, texture and joy — turning simple ingredients into stunning, handcrafted treats.
We keep our classes small to ensure personal guidance and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re joining for a date night, birthday, team event or simply to learn something new, you’ll be welcomed into a calm and thoughtfully designed space.
Many of our weekday sessions feel almost like private classes — giving you time to ask questions and refine your skills.
Our Philosophy
Craft. Culture. Confidence.
We believe learning should feel rewarding, not rushed.
Beautiful, not complicated.
Professional, yet welcoming.
When you leave our studio, we want you to feel proud of what you’ve created — and confident enough to recreate it at home.
We look forward to welcoming you to Hanna and Simon's Foodie Kitchen.

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