San Francisco: Dumpling Cooking Class with 3-Course Dinner
San Francisco
Learn to make dumplings from scratch in a hands-on cooking class. Discover the secrets behind this San Francisco staple, complete with a 3-course meal using local ingredients.
San Francisco Dumpling-Making Class with Chef Edmund
This intimate cooking class in Hayes Valley suits food enthusiasts and couples seeking hands-on dumpling-making guided by a professional chef, limited to 8 guests.
Highlights
- Learn to fold dumpling pleats in a small-group cooking class in San Francisco
- Taste premium soy sauces to understand umami and create a custom dipping sauce
- Enjoy a 3-course meal featuring handmade dumplings and garlic-sautéed baby gai lan
- Ideal for date nights, team building, and food lovers with a maximum of 8 participants
- Master Chef Edmund’s family dumpling techniques and receive a recipe guide
Description
Join Chef Edmund in his private Hayes Valley kitchen for a detailed, hands-on dumpling-making experience. Drawing on his family’s restaurant background, the class begins with a premium soy sauce tasting to explain umami flavors.
Learn to make dumpling dough from flour and water, roll thin wrappers, and fold the classic 13-pleat crescent shape. Choose between heritage pork or a vegetarian tofu filling using local organic ingredients, with an optional Wagyu upgrade. You'll craft a personalized dipping sauce using expert flavor techniques.
After cooking, share a 3-course meal with your group, featuring your handmade dumplings and garlic-sautéed baby gai lan. The evening concludes with a traditional handmade dessert such as Tang Yuan (sweet rice balls). You will leave with practical skills and a digital recipe guide for recreating the dishes at home.
Includes
- All materials and local ingredients
- Premium soy sauces for tasting
- Three-course meal
- Instruction from Chef Edmund
- Digital recipe guide
Important Information
- You may bring your own wine or beer to enjoy during the class
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the class for a full refund.
Book your class in advance to secure a spot. Comfortable, casual attire is recommended. Evening sessions offer the best atmosphere for a dinner experience.
