Japanese Bento Box Making Class with Chicken

Learn to make artistic and delicious Japanese style bento box.



1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 8 (public classes), 2 to 12

  £70 - £80 (£70 for Public, £80 for Select-Time or Weekends)


Are you looking for unique gifts, or want to put an exciting twist on daily meals, school lunches or office lunches? Come and learn how to make artistic bento boxes as we guide you through the process step-by-step and teach you the most favourite Japanese dishes in our shop!
This London cooking class will start with an introductory talk where you will learn everything from the history of bento box making to modern-day trends. Then, it'll be time to get hands-on with your own creations.
Our classes are held in small groups in our spacious air-conditioned shop, ensuring that you receive personalised attention. And if you book a weekday class during a less busy time, you may even have the chance to enjoy a one-on-one session with your teacher!
During this Japanese Bento Box Making class you'll learn how to:
  • Prepare Plain Rice (or Onigiri).
  • Cook Yakitori Chicken.
  • Cook Fried Chicken Wings with panko.
  • Dress them in an artistic Bento Box.
The class uses chicken as the main ingredient. However vegan version is available with tofu instead!
Add On Classes
  • All Add-ons are in the same class. It is to save your time and make the class more fun. Please allow extra time, 30 minutes to 1 hour. You can always contact us before booking to find out more details.
  • If you would like to relax during the class, why not add some drinks at the same time? There are cocktails, both with alcohol or non-alcohol version, bubble tea drinks and classic tea to choose from. You can enjoy the drinks as well as learn the history behind them. Select them in the Add-On.
  • If you don't mind getting your hands dirty, the Tempura add-on is the one you must have. Learn to make tempura from raw prawns and vegetables, according to your diet. This gives you something extra to dress your bento box.
  • If you want to learn more dishes in the same class, there are a few authentic dishes to select in the add-on as well. They will certainly make the experience more enjoyable and unforgettable.
  • You can also learn how to sharpen your kitchen knives. Bring one in if safe to do so.
At the end of this cooking class, you will have gained some useful cooking knowledge and you'll have made your own bento box to enjoy.
If you're looking for some fun things to do in London with your friends and families, or if you're on the hunt for some birthday party, hen party, or team building activities — your search ends here with this seriously fun Bento Box Making class!
Allergy Information
  • Gluten is in panko and soy sauce. Can be avoided on request.
  • Egg is used for fried chicken wings. Can be avoided on request.
  • Sesame seeds for the final dressing only. Can be avoided on request.
This class could be held online as well as at your venue. Please send us a message to discuss the details.
Please note:
  • The estimated class duration time is only a reference based on 12 persons in the class. It covers the entire experience, from the minute you arriving until you eating all the food. Don't worry if you need more time. And be proud if you take less time.
  • For special dietary requirements, please get in touch after booking the class.
  • Vegan option is available. No shellfish is possible.
  • All ages are welcome as long as paid children are accompanied by paying adults.
  • Please do not bring your own drinks or food to the class.
  • This class does not suitable for pregnant women and young chidlren as the workload and the length of class.
Refund and Reschedule
  • There is no refund if you cannot attend the session.
  • Please book the dates you definitely can attend to help other customers' bookings. We worked extremely hard and never cancelled or rescheduled a single class in last 10 years due to our reasons. We would ask our customers to help us to keep it that way.
  • Our preparation starts from the minute receiving your booking. Reschedule is also wasting valuable booking slots as other customers cannot booked into your seats.
  • That's the reason reschedule will be charged a minimum £50 fee. And must be informed and paid no later than 1 week in advance. It is not enough to cover the rent. It is for you to reconsidering the reschedule.
  • The best way you can help the micro business is that, If you cannot attend booked classes, please give it to your friends and family. They will thank you for that as our classes are excellent. They will return the favour to you. It is win-win-win for all.
  • The last to mention, laterness. Please arrive earlier to allow the class starts on time. It is to respect other customers who booked the same class. Later than 15 minutes to agreed time will see booking cancelled with no refund or reschedule.
Thank you very much for reading and understanding.


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Knowledge required
  • Beginners are welcome.
  • A person under 18 cannot attend the class alone. We will ask for valid IDs if you look very young. Your class will be cancelled without refund if failed to provide proofs. It is for your safety and required by insurance policy. If we don't follow it, this class will not be allowed to carry on. Thank you for your understanding.
What you'll get
  • All the food they made
  • Compliment tea during the whole class
  • Opportunity to purchase limited ingredients and souvenirs
What to bring
  • Containers if you want to use your own
  • Thermal bags in summer. You can buy it from us.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Have one cup of Bubble Cocktail (Alcohol) (£10)
  • Knife Sharpening Class (£35)
  • Add Tempura Making (£25)
  • Add Sake Tasting (£35)
  • Private Class (£10)
  • Bao Buns Mini Class (£15)
  • Add Omurice Mini Class (£15)
  • 100% Hand-Pulled Noodle (£15)
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 or hen do.

This experience would also be a creative 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 limited and expensive.

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Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen
Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen

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We are a wife-and-husband team running a small shop called Oriental Food in North London.
We started offer cooking classes to commercial clients since 2008. Then it is soon became very popular in general public as well.
Currently we have more than 50+ different in-person cooking classes, and tasting sessions, and 20+ pre-recorded video class, focus on authentic and traditional Chinese, Japanese and Korean food.
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