Make Perfect Dumplings With a Local Chef in Toronto

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Some recipes are as fun to make as they are to eat, and dumplings are at the top of that list. This hands-on cooking class turns simple ingredients into something seriously satisfying while giving you practical skills you'll want to use again and again.

You'll start by preparing fresh dumpling dough and creating a savory filling before learning how to roll wrappers to the right thickness for easy folding. Step by step, you'll practice filling, pleating and sealing dumplings until each one is ready to cook. Along the way, you'll gain confidence with dough-making, shaping and proper sealing techniques that help every dumpling stay perfectly intact. Once everything is cooked, you'll enjoy tender wrappers wrapped around a flavorful filling that tastes even better because you made it yourself. Whether you're looking for a fun night out or a new kitchen skill, you'll leave with plenty of confidence—and a strong case for making dumplings from scratch more often.

Example Menu

Main

Chinese Jiaozi

With chicken

Main

Japanese Gyoza

With pork and kimchi

Main

Polish Pierogi

With cottage cheese and fried onions

What's Included

A fun, hands-on 2-hour cooking class led by a talented local chef.
All ingredients and cooking tools provided.
Expert instruction, tips and chef secrets you’ll use daily.
An authentic experience hosted at a local public brewery, distillery, craft beer bar or wine bar.
Drinks are available for purchase at the bar of the venue. Prices range from $3 to $20.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive at the venue at least 10 minutes before your scheduled session. Upon arrival, check in with the host or staff at the entrance and mention that you're attending the event.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Forget takeout for a while—you're about to discover just how satisfying handmade dumplings can be. In a relaxed, welcoming venue, you'll learn the techniques behind one of the world's most comforting foods while enjoying a fun, hands-on cooking session that's perfect for every skill level.

You'll begin by making fresh dumpling dough from scratch before preparing a flavorful filling using fresh ingredients. Then comes the best part: learning how to roll, fill and fold each dumpling into neat, beautifully sealed parcels. Along the way, you'll build practical skills like dough preparation, portioning, shaping and sealing, making the process feel surprisingly simple. After your dumplings are assembled, you'll cook them using the featured technique until the wrappers are perfectly tender and the filling is hot and juicy. Then it's time to sit down and enjoy every bite of your homemade creation. Frozen dumplings suddenly have a lot to live up to.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • This cooking class is designed to accommodate a variety of dietary needs! Please let us know in advance, and we'll do our best to tailor the experience to suit your preferences and restrictions.
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Tags

Dining Experiences
Cooking Classes
Restaurants
Dinner
Small Group
Food & Drink

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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