Hutong Flavors Unlocked: Morning Cooking Class with Hutong Tour (Guided Tour with Taxi Transfer)
This tour combines a morning cooking class with a Hutong tour. Learn to cook local dishes, then explore the narrow lanes and historic courtyards to experience the local way of life. Savor your creations and immerse yourself in the culture for an authentic taste of Hutong charm.
Tour Duration: Maximum 7 hours
Price Per Person in US Dollars
- 1. Book now and benefit from our free cancellation policy: receive a full refund if you cancel up to three days before the experience start time (local time).
- 2. You will receive your booking confirmation email within 24 hours of our receipt of your payment.
Highlights
- Hands-On Culinary Fun: Learn to cook traditional Hutong dishes in the morning, then enjoy your homemade creations.
- Hutong Exploration: Wander through narrow lanes and historic courtyards to experience vibrant local life.
- Immersive culture: Combine cooking and sightseeing for an in-depth, delicious taste of Hutong charm.
Tour Itinerary
Your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby at 9:30 PM, then take a Taxi to join the class.
Located in Beijing, Hutong Cuisine stands out as the city's top choice for immersive cooking classes in traditional Hutong settings. The school offers exceptional value with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning. Chunyi Zhou, a native of Guangzhou who is fluent in English, brings her expertise honed at culinary schools in Guangdong and Sichuan to the classroom.
With a focus on local ingredients and seasonings, she guides students through practical exercises that deepen their understanding of Chinese cuisine. A comfortable private vehicle with an English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel at 8:30 AM, ensuring a prompt start to your day.
Participants: a maximum of 10 students
Class Schedule：10:30 am-1:30 pm
The teacher will explain the differences between light and dark soy sauces, white and dark vinegar, and cooking and Shaoxing wines. They will also cover the different quality grades and good brands. This is important for Chinese cooking.
During classes, Chunyi demonstrates the preparation of four dishes, allowing students to engage in making two or three of them. Each day's menu is thoughtfully structured to focus on dishes that share a common cooking technique, providing students with a comprehensive learning experience. As a delightful conclusion to the class, participants come together to enjoy a shared meal.
Hutongs are ancient narrow pathways surrounded by traditional courtyard homes, remnants of old Beijing. These historic alleys are fading fast, offering a glimpse into the city's past. On this tour, you'll wander through these charming lanes, exploring the unique lifestyle and preservation efforts of local families.
You'll learn about the traditional houses and cultural heritage they uphold. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to climb the Bell Tower for a panoramic view of the Hutong area. The tour covers a walking distance of approximately 800 meters, providing a rich experience of Beijing's cultural history.
Beijing Hutong
Your guide will accompany you back to your hotel by Taxi, and end the memorable day of your tour.
What's Included
- Entrance fees
- Fee of Cooking Class
- Taxi transfers
- Private English-speaking guide
- Service charges & taxes
Important Info
- Departure point: hotel in Beijing
- Return details: returns to the original departure point
- Guide languages: English
- The price of this tour will rise during the China National Day holiday (September 30th to October 7th) and the Chinese New Year holiday.
Good to Know
- This is a private tour. The local private English-speaking guide will serve your group only.
- You will receive a confirmation letter within 24 hours of making your payment.
- Your guide will contact you in the evening (Your guide will call you at around 18:00. If you missed your guide’s phone call, he or she will send you a short message) before your tour and confirm the exact pick-up time according to your preference.
- Your guide will pick you up in your hotel lobby on the tour date at the appointed time.
- There is absolutely no forced shopping.