Cooking Class with Celebrity Chef Tony Hu

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Join our exclusive cooking workshop series in collaboration with celebrity chef Tony Hu. In the first session, you'll learn to prepare two of his signature dishes—Chef’s Special Dry Chili Chicken and Crispy Lemon Shrimp.
Featured on numerous TV shows and interviews, including NBC, ABC, FOX, and WGN, Chef Tony Hu is the founder of the iconic Lao Sze Chuan Restaurants with 14 locations across the country. This hands-on cooking workshop is more than just a culinary lesson—it’s a cultural experience. We invite you to connect with Chinese heritage in a warm, interactive setting where every dish tells a story, and every bite is a celebration of tradition.

A minimum of 4 participants is required for this experience. If the minimum is not met, the tour may be canceled, and you will receive a full refund.

Example Menu

Main

Chef’s Special Dry Chili Chicken

A signature creation from Chef Tony Hu, this dish is the star of numerous TV shows and interviews, including NBC, ABC, FOX, CCTV, and WGN.

Main

Lemon Crispy Shrimp

Featured at 2025 ACF by Chef Tony Hu: Crispy fried shrimp in a zesty lemon sauce—light, tangy, and irresistibly refreshing.

What's Included

A free Chinatown Pedicab voucher (1 ride, valid for 2025 season)
A professional photo from the event
An opportunity on our “Chinatown Cooking Heroes” wall of fame
Exclusive discounts on future workshops led by Chef Tony Hu or guest celebrity chefs
A special gift from the Chinatown Visitor Center
VIP status at all Lao Sze Chuan restaurant locations and partner beverage shops
Meals
Suggested gratuity: $15–$20 per participant.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

2172 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL 60616

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

The Chicago Chinatown Visitor Center is proud to present an exclusive partnership with Chef Tony Hu—renowned Chicago restaurateur and celebrated media personality, founder of the iconic Lao Sze Chuan Restaurants with 14 locations across the country. This hands-on cooking workshop is more than just a culinary lesson—it’s a cultural experience. We invite you to connect with Chinese heritage in a warm, interactive setting where every dish tells a story, and every bite is a celebration of tradition.

Includes:
1. Guided cooking steps with expert tips from chef Tony Hu
2. A shared meal featuring the dishes you help prepare
3. Insights into essential ingredients and traditional techniques that define Sichuan cuisine

This workshop is perfect for:
Culinary enthusiasts and food lovers
Tourists and first-time Chinatown visitors
Cultural organizations and student groups
Corporate teams seeking unique team-building activities
No prior cooking experience needed—just come hungry to learn and taste!

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Chinatown Visitor Center

Tags

Historical Tours
Cooking Classes
Food & Drink
New Product

Cancellation Policy

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

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