Family Tanghulu Workshop: Make Chinese Candied Fruit Together

Discover the magic behind one of China’s most iconic street desserts in this colourful Parent & Child Tanghulu workshop in London.Tanghulu is famous for its beautiful glossy appearance and satisfying crack when you bite into the crisp sugar shell. In this hands-on class, you and your child will transform fresh fruit into sparkling candied skewers that look like edible jewels.This class turns dessert-making into a fun family experience, where adults and children work side by side to create delicious treats together.Our workshops are small and relaxed in a spacious, air-conditioned London studio, giving each family plenty of guidance from our friendly tutors. Weekday sessions are often quieter and can sometimes feel like a private class.No experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and sweet tooth.What Is Tanghulu?

• Tanghulu is a traditional Chinese candied fruit dessert made by coating fresh fruit in a thin, crisp sugar shell.
• The result is a delightful contrast of sweet, tangy, and crunchy flavours — and a treat that looks almost too beautiful to eat.
• In this class, you and your child will create your own handcrafted Tanghulu skewers from scratch.
• Children especially love watching the sugar transform into a shiny shell and decorating their colourful fruit creations.

In this family workshop, you and your child will learn to:

• Choose the best fruits for perfect Tanghulu
• Understand the science of cooking sugar to the right temperature
• Coat fruit evenly with a crisp, glass-like sugar shell
• Create colourful and beautifully presented Tanghulu skewers
• Safely handle and cool sugar to achieve the perfect crack

You’ll work with seasonal fruits and simple, high-quality ingredients while being guided step by step by our experienced tutors.Why Families Love This Workshop

• 1 Ticket = 1 Adult + 1 Child (10+), discounted from normal adults-only class.
• Further discount for extra children and adults. Well discounted for a family day out.
• A fun and interactive parent & child dessert-making experience
• Extremely visual and colourful — perfect for young chefs
• Beginner-friendly and fully guided
• Small classes with personal attention
• Take home your own handmade Tanghulu
• Perfect for school holidays, birthdays, or family days out
• Learning and practising Chinese Mandarin with the tutors

Many families say the crack of the sugar shell is the most satisfying part.After the Class You Will Leave With

• Your own handmade Tanghulu creations
• A new dessert-making skill
• Confidence working with sugar safely
• A memorable and delicious family experience

Optional Add-OnsEnhance your dessert experience with one of our popular upgrades. Add-ons take place within the same session and may require an additional 30–60 minutes.

• Bubble Cocktail: Adults can enjoy a refreshing bubble cocktail while making their Tanghulu.
• Matcha Mini-Class (Extra 30 min): Learn authentic Japanese Matcha preparation.
• Mochi Tanghulu Upgrade: Create a creative fusion dessert combining Tanghulu and Mochi.
• Thermal Take-Home Bag: Recommended if you plan to transport your Tanghulu. As the dessert is made from natural sugar and fresh fruit, it may soften in warm conditions. Ice is provided.

Allergy InformationPlease inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements via ClassBento message after booking.

• Suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan diets
• Main ingredients are fresh fruit and sugar
• Dairy, nuts, or sesame may appear in optional decorations but can be avoided

Important Booking Information

• 1 Ticket must be booked as 1 Adult + 1 Child (10+). Children cannot attend without an accompanying adult. If only adults are attending the class, the full price will be charged.
• Recommended for children aged 10+

Due to booking system limitations, each ticket can only add:

• 1 extra adult
• 1 extra child

If your group is larger, please send us a message. We can help you with booking.

• Each participating adult and child must hold a valid ticket
• Outside food and drinks are not permitted
• Class duration is an estimate and may vary depending on group size

No Refund PolicyAll bookings are non-refundable. If you cannot attend, you may transfer your ticket to another adult and child pair. Please notify us in advance.ReschedulingRescheduling is available with a £50 fee per booking. Requests must be made at least 7 days before the scheduled class date.Arrival & PunctualityClasses begin promptly. A 15-minute grace period is provided. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, 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.We look forward to welcoming you and your child for a colourful Tanghulu adventure!

• Beautiful handmade Tanghulu
• A new dessert-making skill
• Confidence working with sugar
• A memorable and delicious experience
• Complimentary tea during the class

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