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- Japanese
- English
This cooking class offers cultural immersion in Dadaocheng, blending Taipei’s history with authentic flavors. Beyond simple recipes, you’ll master Taiwanese cuisine by cooking from scratch, uncovering raw techniques behind every dish.
The journey starts in the Dihua Old Street and the traditional market, exploring connections between food, religion, and heritage. To ensure an interactive experience, we maintain a small-group limit of six.
Led by Alex, our LGBTQ+-friendly sessions help you integrate into the local lifestyle. This experience transforms a meal into a history lesson, letting you taste the spirit of old Taipei.
Daily classes below,
⭕Tue / Taiwanese Risotto Youfan
⭕Wed / Braised Beef Noodle Soup
⭕Thr / Scallion Pancakes
⭕Fri / Luroufan-Braised Pork Rice
⭕Sat / Braised Beef Noodle Soup
⭕Sun / Luroufan-Braised Pork Rice
Example Menu
Main
Tuesday｜Taiwanese Risotto Youfan
A traditional birthday food for newborn babies
Main
Wednesday｜Braised Beef Noodle Soup
Cook the Nation’s No.1 Must-Eat Dish from Scratch, even the noodles.
Main
Thursday | Scallion Pancakes
The most popular food in the Chinese restaurants of America and Europe.
Main
Friday | Luroufan-Brasied Pork Rice
The ultimate Taiwanese soul food: rich braised pork belly on fluffy rice.
Main
Saturday | Braised Beef Noodle Soup
Cook the Nation’s No.1 Must-Eat Dish from Scratch, even the noodles.
Main
Sunday | Luroufan-Brasied Pork Rice
The ultimate Taiwanese soul food: rich braised pork belly on fluffy rice.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
09:20, we will meet at No. 356, Section 1, Dihua Street, in a traditional building called Shi Lian Dong (十連棟，台北市大同區迪化街一段356號). ⬜ If you are on your way and might be late, please contact us via WhatsApp or LINE. You can find our details on Google Maps by type "BeMyGuest Taipei".
What to expect
Alex will share your local stories throughout the alleys of Dadaocheng. Then, in the traditional market, you'll also have the opportunity to taste authentic delicacies and learn about local ingredients.
Sometimes, you might want to chat with the vendor owners. Why not?
We call it the Taiwanese experience.
After the walking tour, we will cook Taiwanese cuisine at our cooking school.
【Cooking Classes】
Languages: The class is mainly conducted in English, but Alex also speaks Chinese and some basic Japanese, so there’s no need to worry too much about the language barrier.
Daily classes except Monday.
09:30-12:30
Come along with your kids (under 12 years old), it'll be free of charge if they don't cook. And they can share your food.
If your kids enjoy cooking, please reserve seats for them. Contact Alex through WhatsApp if you need any help.
Each class requires a minimum of 2 participants. If we don’t reach the minimum, don’t worry—we’ll contact you in advance and offer a reschedule or a full refund at your convenience.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Taiwanese Risotto, Youfan ingredients include: Sticky rice, pork, dried mushrooms, dried shrimps, daikon radish, pork ribs, and shallots.
- Braised Beef Noodle Soup ingredients include: Beef, garlic, bean paste, green onion, tomato, chili, and spices.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Taiwanese Risotto, Youfan ingredients include: Sticky rice, pork, dried mushrooms, dried shrimps, daikon radish, pork ribs, and shallots.
- Braised Beef Noodle Soup ingredients include: Beef, garlic, bean paste, green onion, tomato, chili, and spices.
- Scallion Pancakes ingredients include: Spring onion, spices, wheat flours, and bean oil.
- Luroufan, the Braised Pork Rice ingredients include: Pork, shallots, pig skin, spices, and garlic.
- Please confirm allergies or dietary restrictions before booking. No last-minute ingredient changes can be made on-site.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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