Shanghai Street Food Cooking Class - Rice Cake and Pork Chop

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Shanghai Street Food Cooking Class - Rice Cake and Pork Chop

Learn to cook a classic Shanghai comfort dish in this London Cooking Class

Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen

5.0 (1,125)

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1.5 hours

1 to 15 (public classes), 2 to 20 (private) (private classes)

£78 - £88 (£78 for Public; £88 for Select-Time or Weekends)

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What you'll do

Warm Welcome and Prep Your Ingredients

Get settled into our welcoming London kitchen as we introduce you to Chinese rice cakes and pork chops -- get ready to cook!

Fry the Pork Chop

Learn how to deep fry the pork chop and keep it juicy and tender. Don't worry if you're new to this style of cooking -- our expert chefs will be on hand to help you.

Make Shanghai Style Rice Cake

Learn about the unique style of the Shanghai rice cake, a very common food in China! With our guidance, you'll make your own delicious rice cake.

Cook with Special Shanghai Sauce

Level up your Chinese rice cake with a special Shanghai sauce, which you'll use to cook your rice cake. You'll be taught how to make this unique sauce to recreate at home!

Taste the Success

Reflect on your newfound skills and sit back, relax, and enjoy your handmade dishes. The fun doesn't stop when the class ends -- any leftovers can be taken away to share with loved ones or eaten later!

Add-on Bao Buns

Learn to make the plain Bao Buns to serve with your dish.

Add-on Crispy Chilli Sauce

Learn to make the delicious crispy chilli sauce to serve with your dish.

Discover a delicious and lesser-known Chinese street food in this Shanghai cooking class in London. In this hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to make Shanghai rice cakes (Nian Gao) and crispy pork chop — a classic comfort food combination loved by locals.

Rice cakes are one of the oldest staple foods in China. In the UK, many people recognise a sweet version like mochi, but in Shanghai we often enjoy rice cakes as a savoury dish. These rice cakes are chewy, satisfying and perfect for absorbing rich sauces.

In this friendly cooking class, your teachers will guide you step-by-step through the techniques needed to prepare authentic rice cakes and cook them into a delicious street food dish. Classes take place in a spacious, air-conditioned London studio with small groups, so you’ll receive plenty of personal guidance. On quieter weekdays, you may even enjoy a private class experience.

If you're looking for unique things to do in London, a memorable food experience, or a cooking class beyond the usual dumplings and noodles, this Shanghai street food workshop is a fantastic choice.

What you will learn in this class

During this hands-on workshop, you will learn how to:

Make Shanghai rice cakes (Nian Gao) from scratch
Cook rice cakes to achieve the perfect chewy texture
Prepare an authentic savoury sauce
Cook crispy pork chop, the classic partner to rice cakes in Shanghai

By the end of the class, you’ll enjoy the delicious dish you created and gain the confidence to recreate this authentic Shanghai recipe at home.

Why Guests Love This Class

Learn an authentic Shanghai street food dish rarely taught in London
Small classes with plenty of personal guidance
Discover the history and culture behind Chinese rice cakes
Beginner-friendly and suitable for home cooks
A fun activity for dates, gifts, or food-loving friends

By the end of the class, you'll be sitting down to enjoy your freshly cooked dish — crispy pork chop served with chewy rice cakes — and leaving with a unique recipe to recreate at home.

Add-on Classes

All add-ons take place within the same class session, saving travel time and making the experience even more enjoyable. Please allow 30 minutes to 1 hour extra depending on your selections.

Popular add-ons include:

Smashed Cucumber Salad – a refreshing and very popular vegan dish
Crispy Chilli Sauce – learn to make this flavourful condiment to serve with your rice cakes
Drinks Add-On – add cocktails, bubble tea or other drinks to make the class even more fun
Knife Sharpening Session – bring a knife if safe to do so and learn how to sharpen it properly

Feel free to contact us before booking if you would like more details about the available add-ons.

Apron with logo to wear at home cooking in the future
Recipe Collection Booklet to collect beautifully designed and printed recipes

Allergy Information

Please let us know about any dietary requirements via ClassBento message after booking and we will do our best to accommodate.

Gluten is used in sauces and some ingredients
Soy is essential in the sauce
Pork is the traditional ingredient for this dish.
Alternative options available on request:
Halal chicken can replace pork.
Tempura tofu can be used for a vegan version

Please mention any requests in the booking notes.

Come along and enjoy a relaxed cooking experience in London, discover a beloved Shanghai street food, and leave with new Chinese cooking skills and a delicious meal you created yourself.

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. 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. 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 late, your booking may 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 preparation and precise timing.

Upcoming dates for Shanghai Street Food Cooking Class - Rice Cake and Pork Chop

Times are London time. Dates and prices as of 4 Oct 2026, 6:43pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

441 upcoming dates between 5 Oct 2026 and 30 Dec 2027.

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What you'll get

Your delicious food to eat and enjoy!
Complimentary tea to enjoy.

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Recent reviews of Shanghai Street Food Cooking Class - Rice Cake and Pork Chop

5/5 from Samiha Chowdhury, attended Nov 2025: A wonderful cooking class, well organised with each station set up ready for us to cook. Was offered warm tea as soon as we started and it was topped up throughout the session so that was really nice. Simon was a great teacher and I learned a lot about the history of China as well as other interesting facts whilst we were cooking which I’m glad I now have that knowledge! We receive the recipe at the end of the class via email and I will definitely be making those delicious cutlets again! Overall a great experience and I would definitely book one of their other classes too :)
5/5 from Alain Recoules, attended Oct 2025: Great cooking class, with a very friendly and compétent team. A great moment to share with friends or family.
5/5 from Alexandra Perryman, attended Aug 2025: It was an amazing class! Pur teachers were lovely and patient, explained everything and we learnt a bit of history as well! Dad and I had a great time, we both loved it and look forward to more cooking.
5/5 from Mandy Chen, attended Jan 2025: This was the perfect birthday surprise for my partner! We had so much fun learning from Hanna and Simon, who created such an inviting and relaxed learning environment. The food was delicious and my partner (who is an excellent cook) thoroughly enjoyed it and picked up some new tips and tricks. We couldn't recommend Hanna and Simon more and are already thinking of gifting one of their classes to other loved ones!
5/5 from John Brown, attended Aug 2024: This was a Christmas gift from family. Good directions and very welcoming on arrival. All equipment provided and very good hygiene. Great teaching along with a lot of history about food and trends in China, Japan and Korea. Lots of practical skills learned. Amazing amount of food cooked and plenty to eat for lunch.
5/5 from Jessica Cook, attended May 2024: Absolutely loved this class! Thank you Simon and Hanna for having us. We made rice cake and pork chop, and added on bao buns. Great fun, lots of new techniques learned and we’ll certainly be taking all we learned to try at home. The venue was clean, well managed and the hosts were wonderful. We’ll be back to try another of their classes!

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Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen

5.0 (1,125)

Women-owned

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.

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Our tea and Matcha workshops explore centuries of history and philosophy, helping you understand the story behind what you taste.

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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.

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We believe learning should feel rewarding, not rushed.

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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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