Asian Pickled Vegetables and Fermentation Workshop

Make Delicious, Fresh, Tangy & Made Exactly to Your Taste pickled vegetables in this Asian cooking class in London



1.5 hours

Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 2 to 20

  £82 - £92 (£82 for Public; £92 for Select-Time or Weekends) (PayPal Pay in 3 available)

Get comfy in the kitchen

Get Comfy in the Kitchen

Step into our friendly kitchen, meet your expert chefs, and get ready to dive into the wonderful world of pickling. All your fresh vegetables and ingredients are ready and waiting for you.


Create Chinese pickled garlic

Create Chinese Pickled Garlic

Get hands-on with your first creation. Following your chef's guidance, you'll learn the traditional method for making the sweet and tangy pickled garlic often found in Chinese restaurants.


Prepare Japanese pickled ginger

Prepare Japanese Pickled Ginger

Next, you'll prepare that refreshing, pink pickled ginger that's the perfect partner for Japanese food. Your teacher will guide you step-by-step to get the crisp texture and balanced flavour just right.


Make your own kimchi

Make Your Own Kimchi

Time for Korea's famous superfood! You’ll learn how to properly salt, season and mix cabbage to create your very own batch of spicy, flavour-packed kimchi to take home.


Take home your tasty trio

Take Home Your Tasty Trio

Jar up your creations and admire your colourful work! You’ll leave with three types of delicious Asian pickles, plus the skills and confidence to keep fermenting new recipes at home.


Do you love pickled vegetables — crisp, tangy, refreshing and full of character?
Imagine making them yourself, adjusting the sweetness, saltiness and spice exactly the way you like it.
In this London fermentation and pickled vegetables class, you’ll learn the essential skills to create authentic Asian pickles from scratch — and understand the traditions behind them.
A Calm & Flavourful Fermentation Experience in London
Fermentation is both science and art — and a little bit of patience.
In this relaxed, small-group class, our friendly chef will guide you step by step through traditional Asian pickling methods while sharing stories from Chinese, Japanese and Korean culinary history.
You’ll work in our spacious, air-conditioned studio, with plenty of personal guidance. Weekday sessions are often quieter, sometimes even private — making the experience feel especially personal.
This class is gentle, hands-on, and surprisingly satisfying. There’s something very calming about slicing vegetables and knowing they’ll transform beautifully over time.
In This Class, You Will Learn To:
  • Make three classic types of Asian pickled vegetables
  • Understand salt ratios and fermentation basics
  • Balance flavour to suit your own taste
  • Store and care for your pickles properly
You will make:
  • Pickled Garlic – The bright, punchy cloves you see in Chinese restaurants
  • Pickled Ginger – The refreshing pink slices often served in Japanese restaurants
  • Kimchi – The bold, spicy Korean classic full of depth and character
Once you understand the method, you can apply it to almost any vegetable at home.
Why Guests Love This Class
  • It’s relaxing and hands-on
  • You learn traditional methods in a simple, clear way
  • You can customise flavours to your preference
  • It’s perfect for food lovers who enjoy something a little different
  • You leave with jars that keep developing flavour over time
  • Many guests say this class changes the way they see vegetables forever.
Add-On Experiences
All add-ons take place within the same session. Please allow an additional 30–60 minutes depending on your selection.
Popular options include:
  • Crispy Chilli Paste – One of our chef’s most loved sauces across all classes
  • Daikon / Danmuji – The bright yellow pickled radish often seen in Japanese and Korean restaurants
  • Unique Drinks Add-Ons – A lovely pairing with your freshly made pickles
If you’ve travelled to join us, it’s a wonderful way to deepen the experience.
Allergy Information
No known allergens in the base class.
If you have any special dietary requirements, please message us via ClassBento after booking and we will do our best to accommodate.
This class can also be delivered online or at a client site. Please message us to discuss details and arrangements.
Come and enjoy a welcoming space in London where tradition, flavour and patience come together.
You’ll leave with:
  • Three types of authentic Asian pickles
  • A clear understanding of fermentation basics
  • The confidence to pickle almost any vegetable at home
  • And a fridge that suddenly feels much more interesting
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. Reschedule 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 after the scheduled start time, we may not be able to admit you and your booking will 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 advance preparation and planning.
What you'll get
  • All the pickled vegetables you made in the class.
  • Taste some popular pickles from the chef teacher's restaurant.
  • Compliment tea served during the whole class.
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Knowledge required
  • Beginners are welcome
  • A person under 18 cannot attend the class at all. We will ask for valid IDs if you look very young. Your class will be cancelled without refund if failed to provide proofs. It is for your safety and required by insurance policy. If we don't follow it, this class will not be allowed to carry on. Thank you for your understanding.
What to bring
  • We provide containers.
  • If you want to save the environment to bring your own containers, please bring 3 of more than 500ml each to take the food home.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Have one cup of Bubble Cocktail/ Mocktail (£10)
  • Add Crispy Chilli Sauce (£25)
  • Add Daikon (£25)
  • Private Class (£10)
  • Bao Buns Mini Class (£15)
  • Add Kimchi Pancake (£15)
  • 100% Hand-Pulled Noodle (£15)
  • Add Matcha Making (£35)
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 unique 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 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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