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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Welcome and Prepare Pastry
Arrive and get ready for an engaging, authentic Chinese tea dessert class. Start by prepping your colourful pastry.
Prepare the Filling
Discover how to create the filling for your desserts using sweet Chinese dates as we talk through some of the history of tea.
Wrap the Dessert
With expert guidance if you need it, learn how to wrap your dessert with precision. Don't worry -- it doesn't have to be perfect!
Craft Your Dessert
Learn the best methods and techniques to craft your dessert into shapes, with plenty of tips and tricks along the way.
Decorate
Take the time to adjust any shapes, and then make them your own by adding decorations. Almost ready to eat!
Taste the Success
Bake your classic Chinese tea desserts and then enjoy!
Add-on Special Chinese Tea Tasting
Add one type of premium Chinese tea to enjoy with your dessert.
Add-on Recipe Collection Booklet
This is your journey of cooking adventure.
You can get beautifully designed and printed recipe from each class once you bought the booklet (Two colours to choose).
You also will get Polaroid-style photo sticker from your class, showing your highlight in the class you attended.
Your chef tutor also will give you a stamp. It is your certificate of success.
Step into the elegant world of Chinese tea culture and traditional desserts in this immersive hands-on class in London.For centuries, tea has been at the heart of Chinese culture, often enjoyed alongside beautifully crafted desserts designed to complement its flavour. In this class, you’ll explore this rich tradition while learning to create your own classic tea dessert featuring dates, sometime it is called Jujube BlossomGuided by experienced instructors, you’ll discover the techniques behind delicate pastry, balanced fillings, and refined shaping, all while learning about the history of tea and dessert culture dating back to ancient China.This class is designed to be calm, creative, and beginner-friendly, with step-by-step guidance throughout.Held in a spacious, air-conditioned studio, sessions are kept small to ensure personal attention. Weekday bookings often offer a quieter, more private experience.You’ll also enjoy complimentary Chinese tea during the class, perfectly paired with your handmade desserts.What You’ll LearnIn this hands-on class, you will:
Prepare traditional pastry from scratch
Create a date-based filling
Learn to wrap, shape, and craft elegant desserts
Understand tea pairing principles
Explore the history of Chinese tea desserts
Why Guests Love This Class
Elegant and culturally rich experience
Learn traditional techniques rarely taught
Calm and mindful atmosphere
Perfect balance of baking and storytelling
Enjoy your desserts with Chinese tea
Take home handmade treats
This is more than a class — it’s a refined journey into Chinese tea and dessert culture.This experience is perfect ideal for:
Unique and thoughtful gifts
Date nights and special occasions
Tea lovers and culture enthusiasts
Relaxing, creative experiences
Optional Add-On ExperiencesEnhance your session with:
Guided tea tasting experience
Bubble cocktail for a modern twist
Extended tea and dessert pairing session
Add-ons take an additional 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 InformationPlease inform your teacher of any dietary requirements after booking via ClassBento message.
Gluten is essential
Pork lard is essential
Not suitable for vegetarian or vegan diets
If you require a gluten-free option, we have many vegan-friendly and gluten-free dessert classes. Please drop as a message. We can suggest one for you.Come along and enjoy a peaceful, welcoming environment, where you can slow down, learn traditional skills, and experience the harmony between tea and dessert.You’ll leave with beautiful handmade pastries and a deeper appreciation of Chinese tea culture.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 PolicyAll 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 & PunctualityClasses 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 classes require preparation and precise timing.
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. This is for your safety and is required by the insurance policy. If we do not adhere to this policy, the class will not be allowed to continue. Thank you for your understanding.
What to bring
Containers if you want to take your desserts home. You can buy from us if you forgot yours.
Thermal bag will be useful in hot summer. You can buy from us too.
Oriental Food - 126 Junction Road, N19 5LB, England
This venue is within walking distance of Tufnell Park and Archway tube stations. Street parking is limited and expensive.
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Recent reviews of Classic Chinese Tea Desserts Class - Dates
5/5 from Ferid Sedik, attended Mar 2026: We were in great hands, absolutely great experience, thoroughly enjoyed the class, learnt a lot as well about the history behind the dessert. Looking forward to coming back again for another recipe! Thank you for the great attention to detail!
5/5 from James Pymer, attended Jun 2024: I really enjoyed this class and I thought the teaching style was excellent making sure I got it just right. The history and geography behind the origin of tea was really quite fascinating and I really learned a thing or two. Overall I was pleased with my results and I’ll be trying another class in the future.
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 PhilosophyCraft. 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.
Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen is also a ClassBento award winner:
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