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- English
Why Join This Experience
This experience offers a unique opportunity to explore the real daily life of Shenyang. Instead of visiting typical tourist attractions, you will start the day at a lively local morning market, discover authentic Northeast Chinese ingredients, and try to learn how to buy fresh food and bargain with local people.
You will then take part in a hands-on dumpling cooking experience, one of the most beloved traditions in Northern China. From choosing ingredients at the market to wrapping dumplings by hand, you’ll enjoy a fun and interactive cultural activity.
By the end of the experience, you won’t just taste dumplings—you’ll understand the stories, flavors, and traditions behind them. It’s a perfect way to connect with local culture, meet new people, and create memorable moments during your visit to Shenyang.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point: Xiaoheyan morning markrt, address is wanquan street 3, Shenhe District. We will meet at the red gate of the market.
What to expect
Start the day like a local with a visit to one of Shenyang’s most famous morning markets. Explore the fresh vegetables, meat, tofu, and traditional breakfast snacks. Your host will introduce common ingredients used in Northeast Chinese cuisine and share insights into local food culture.
Stop 2 – Shop for Dumpling Ingredients
Together we will select fresh ingredients for making dumplings. You will also learn simple tips about how locals shop and bargain at traditional markets.
Stop 3 – Dumpling Making Experience
After the market visit, we will head to a cooking space. Your host will guide you step by step, from preparing the filling to wrapping dumplings by hand.
Stop 4 – Enjoy Your Dumplings
We will cook the dumplings together and enjoy the meal. Guests may also order additional local dishes if they wish to try more Northeast Chinese food. Please note that any additional dishes beyond the dumplings are not included in the experience price.
End Point – Zhongjie Pedestrian Street
The experience ends at Zhongjie Street. After the activity, guests are free to explore this historic shopping street.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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