About this tour
Spend two hours in Como or Lugano learning to shape and steam Cantonese dim sum alongside chef Ling. You'll master three different varieties, grasping the steaming techniques central to Cantonese cooking. Once finished, sit down to taste your creations paired with Chinese tea, following the relaxed breakfast ritual practised daily in Hong Kong and Guangdong Province.
Highlights
- Shape and steam three varieties of dim sum from scratch
- Learn traditional Cantonese steaming methods used for generations
- Taste your prepared dishes with proper Chinese tea service
- Understand daily Hong Kong and Guangdong breakfast culture
- Hands-on two-hour session with chef Ling
- Small group setting in an intimate kitchen space
What to expect
You'll work directly with chef Ling in a kitchen setting, learning how to prepare three different dim sum types. Expect detailed instruction on folding, shaping, and the crucial steaming process that defines Cantonese cooking. The pace is practical and unhurried—you're learning technique, not rushing through steps. After cooking wraps up, you'll sit together to eat what you've made, with tea served the way locals drink it during morning meals. This isn't a formal class; it's an apprenticeship-style experience where you pick up skills by doing.
Good to know
Public transport is accessible nearby. Strollers and prams are fine if you're bringing young children, though infants must sit on an adult's lap. The physical demands are moderate—if you have cardiovascular concerns, check with your doctor first. Arrive ready to get your hands involved.
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