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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 to the Kitchen
Step into our friendly London kitchen for a fascinating introduction to the world of dim sum. Your expert Chinese cooking teachers will welcome you and share the rich history of these delicious bites before you roll up your sleeves to create your own.
Dough and Delicious Fillings
Get hands-on with the heart of any good dumpling: the pastry and the filling. You’ll learn how to make the perfect dough from scratch. And the chef tutor will explain how to prepare a juicy, flavourful filling. You can select Chop Mince by Hand in Add-on to actually make the filling yourself.
Master the Perfect Pleat
Learn the folding technique.
Boil, Fry & Simmer
Learn not one, but three authentic cooking methods! You’ll boil dumplings for a soft texture, and pan-fry another batch to achieve that irresistibly crispy, golden-brown bottom.
Your Dim Sum Feast
Step back and admire the incredible spread you’ve created. All that’s left to do is sit down and enjoy your authentic, handmade dumplings/gyoza, leaving with the skills to recreate a delicious dim sum feast at home.
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.
Few foods bring people together like dumplings. Children love shaping dumplings, while adults learn authentic techniques they can recreate at home. In this fun and hands-on Parent & Child cooking class, you’ll learn how to wrap, fold, and cook authentic Chinese dumplings (or Gyoza in Japanese) from scratch while spending quality time creating something delicious together.Dumpling making has been a cherished family tradition across China for generations—often prepared together around the table during celebrations and gatherings. In this class, you and your child will experience that same joy of cooking side by side.Perfect for beginners and curious young chefs alike, this interactive class turns cooking into a memorable family activity. Our friendly chef-tutors guide you step by step in a small, welcoming class setting inside our spacious, air-conditioned London studio. Weekday sessions often feel like a private experience, allowing plenty of time for questions and personal guidance.In this beginner dumplings class, you and your child will learn:
How to choose the right flour for perfect dumpling wrappers
Make dumpling pastry from scratch
Wrap dumplings using traditional folding techniques
Cook dumplings two ways: boiled and pan-fried
Children love the creative side of folding dumplings, while adults gain the skills needed to recreate these authentic dishes at home.By the end of the class, you’ll sit down to enjoy your freshly cooked dumplings or take them home to share with family—along with new skills you can use in your own kitchen.Why Families Love This Class
1 Ticket = 1 Adult + 1 Child (10+), dicounted 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 cooking experience
Hands-on learning suitable for beginners
Small class sizes with personalised tutor support
Learn authentic dumpling folding techniques
Enjoy or take home your handmade dumplings
A perfect activity for school holidays, half-term, birthdays, or family days out
Learning and practising Chinese Mandarin with the tutors
Add-On OptionsAll add-ons take place within the same session to maximise your experience. Please allow an additional 30–60 minutes if selecting extras.
Chop fillings by hand—perfect for beginners who want the full dumpling-making experience
Egg skin dumplings—learn a more advanced wrapping and cooking technique (extra 30 minutes)
Additional fillings and cooking methods to expand your Asian cuisine skills
Apron with logo to wear at home cooking in the future
Recipe Collection Booklet to collect beautifully designed and printed recipes
Dietary & Allergy InformationPlease notify us of any dietary requirements via ClassBento message after booking.
Gluten is used in standard dumpling wrappers and cannot be fully avoided
Soy and sesame can be avoided on request
Eggs are not used unless selecting the egg dumpling add-on
Pork is traditional in dim sum; vegetarian fillings using shiitake mushrooms, Chinese leaves, and carrots are available and fully vegan-friendly. Please inform us during booking if you prefer the vegan option.
Important Booking Information
1 Ticket must attend as 1 Adult + 1 Child (10+). Children cannot attend without an accompanying adult. Both adults attending the class will require full price.
Recommended for children aged 10+.
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 are unable to attend, you may transfer your ticket to another adult and child pair. Please notify us in advance with the new attendee names.ReschedulingIf you need to reschedule your booking, a £50 fee per booking applies. 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 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 and wrapping dumplings together with you and your child!
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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