Advanced Artisan Mochi Making Class - Artisan Rice Balls

Learn to make an authentic Chinese treat in this dessert class in London.



1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 12 (public classes), 2 to 20

  £88 - £98 (£88 for Public; £98 for Select-Time or Weekends) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Knead Colourful Doughs

Knead Colourful Doughs

Settle into our welcoming kitchen. Get hands-on from the beginning and knead a range of colourful doughs.


Make Rice Balls

Make Rice Balls

Learn how to make rice balls so you can get familiar with the process. Great for beginners who are new to this skill!


Craft Rice Balls with Fillings

Craft Rice Balls with Fillings

Move up to the advanced skills as you make rice balls with fillings -- push your knowledge to the next level.


Make it Cute

Make It Cute

Using the colourful rice balls you just made, you'll have the chance to turn them into figures like pandas -- it doesn't get cuter than this!


Enjoy or Take Home

Enjoy or Take Home

Choose whether to sit back and try your creations, or take them home to enjoy or gift.


Add-on Artisan Colourful Rice Cake

Add-on Artisan Colourful Rice Cake

Make an extra colourful rice cake to learn more advanced Mochi making skills.


Step into the world of edible art.
Join our Artistic Mochi & Rice Ball Masterclass in London and learn how to create beautiful, colourful, and naturally gluten-free Chinese desserts that are as visually stunning as they are delicious.
This hands-on class is perfect for beginners, food lovers, and anyone who enjoys creative cooking. You will explore traditional techniques while adding a modern, artistic twist—creating desserts that are truly Instagram-worthy.
Rooted in Chinese culinary traditions often enjoyed during Chinese New Year and the Lantern Festival, this class blends culture, creativity, and technique into one inspiring experience.
With expert guidance in a relaxed and welcoming environment, you’ll learn how to transform simple ingredients into delicate, handcrafted rice balls with artistic designs.
Why You’ll Love This Class
  • Beginner-friendly and highly visual
  • Perfect for creative expression and relaxation
  • Learn a unique dessert rarely taught in this format
  • Take home both your creations and your new skills
Learning Environment
  • Small group setting for personalised attention
  • Spacious, air-conditioned studio
  • Friendly, supportive teaching style
  • Often available as a private weekday class
What You Will Learn
Core Techniques
  • How to make colourful rice balls from scratch
  • How to achieve the perfect texture and elasticity
  • Techniques for colouring and shaping dough naturally
  • How to create smooth, well-balanced fillings
Creative & Artistic Skills
  • Crafting animal-shaped rice balls and creative designs
  • Using colour and contrast to enhance presentation
  • Developing your own artistic dessert styles
  • Plating and presentation techniques for visual impact
The Experience
This is more than just a cooking class — it’s a creative, hands-on experience where you’ll explore both technique and artistic expression.
Throughout the session, you will:
  • Work with authentic ingredients
  • Learn step-by-step with expert guidance
  • Practise shaping, colouring, and designing your creations
  • Gain confidence to recreate and experiment at home
At the end of the class, you will take home your own handcrafted rice balls and a new skillset that combines culinary technique with creativity.
Add-On Experience
Enhance your session with a selection of drinks:
  • Bubble tea
  • Bubble cocktails (alcoholic & non-alcoholic)
  • Sake
  • Classic Chinese tea
Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere while learning about flavour pairing and beverage culture.
This class is where tradition meets creativity—where simple ingredients become art you can eat.
Come and enjoy a calming, inspiring experience, and leave with both beautiful creations and the confidence to make them again.
Allergy & Dietary Information
  • Recipes are gluten-free and dairy-free
  • Sesame, nuts, and milk may be used in dressings
Please inform us of any dietary requirements in advance
Important Booking Information
  • Price is per person. Each attendee must hold a valid ticket.
  • This is an adult-only class (18+).
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted.
  • Class duration is an estimate and may vary depending on group size.
No Refund Policy
All bookings are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend, you are welcome to transfer your ticket to another adult (18+). Please notify us in advance with the new attendee’s name.
Rescheduling
If you need to reschedule your booking, a £50 fee per person applies. Requests must be made at least 7 days before your scheduled class date.
Arrival & Punctuality
Classes begin promptly. A 15-minute grace period is provided. If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, your booking may be forfeited.
Health & Safety Policy
  • For the safety of all guests and in line with UK food hygiene guidance, anyone experiencing vomiting, diarrhoea, or similar symptoms must be symptom-free for at least 48 hours before attending the class
  • Guests may be asked to confirm this upon arrival
  • We reserve the right to refuse entry if this requirement is not met
We appreciate your understanding as our small-group classes require preparation and precise timing.
What you'll get
  • Your handmade rice balls desserts to take home or to eat in.
  • Knowledge and cooking skills.
  • Complimentary tea!
  • The chance to buy ingredients in the shop.
Knowledge required
Beginners are welcome.
What to bring
  • A container to take your desserts home!
  • A thermal bag in hot weather to keep your treats fresh.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Have one cup of Bubble Cocktail/ Mocktail (£10)
  • Private Class (£10)
  • Turnip Cake (£35)
  • Pork Rice Ball (£25)
  • Add Colourful Rice Cake (£15)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, birthday or hen do.

This experience would also be a fun gift for her, gift for mum, Father's Day gift or gift for couples.

Location

Oriental Food - 126 Junction Road, London, N19 5LB, England

This venue is within walking distance of Tufnell Park and Archway tube stations. Street parking is very limited and expensive.

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Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen
Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen

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At Hanna and Simon's Foodie Kitchen, we believe cooking is more than following recipes — it is a craft, a culture, and a shared experience.
Founded in London with a passion for precision and authenticity, we specialise in immersive Asian culinary workshops that combine traditional knowledge with hands-on learning.
From sushi masterclasses to Chinese tea ceremonies and artisan dessert experiences, every class is designed to give you more than just a finished dish. We teach you the “why” behind the technique — so you leave with confidence, not just instructions.
Precision.
Our sushi classes focus on technique, structure and presentation.
We guide you to create beautifully shaped rolls with professional standards — even as a beginner.
Culture.
Our tea and Matcha workshops explore centuries of history and philosophy, helping you understand the story behind what you taste.
Creativity.
Our dessert workshops celebrate colour, texture and joy — turning simple ingredients into stunning, handcrafted treats.
We keep our classes small to ensure personal guidance and a relaxed atmosphere. Whether you’re joining for a date night, birthday, team event or simply to learn something new, you’ll be welcomed into a calm and thoughtfully designed space.
Many of our weekday sessions feel almost like private classes — giving you time to ask questions and refine your skills.
Our Philosophy
Craft. Culture. Confidence.
We believe learning should feel rewarding, not rushed.
Beautiful, not complicated.
Professional, yet welcoming.
When you leave our studio, we want you to feel proud of what you’ve created — and confident enough to recreate it at home.
We look forward to welcoming you to Hanna and Simon's Foodie Kitchen.

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