Chinese Vegan Cooking Class with Aubergine

Looking for a unique gift experience in London?Planning a party with a twist?Or simply want to master one of the most popular Chinese restaurant dishes?This hands-on vegan cooking class transforms three humble vegetables into a deeply flavourful, beautifully balanced Chinese classic.No meat.No complicated ingredients.Just skill, technique and confidence.A Calm, Small-Group Cooking ExperienceYou’ll cook in our spacious, air-conditioned London studio in a small group setting. Weekday bookings are often quieter and sometimes feel like a private class.With full attention from your chef tutor, you’ll learn step-by-step how to create a dish that’s widely loved in Chinese restaurants across China and the UK — and surprisingly simple once you understand the technique.What You’ll Be CookingUsing just three fresh vegetables:

• Aubergine
• Potato
• Sweet pepper

You’ll transform them into a rich, glossy, flavour-packed main dish with perfectly balanced savoury sauce.Under the guidance of your friendly chef teacher, you’ll learn how to adjust flavour to suit your own taste — so you can recreate it confidently at home and truly impress your family and friends.During This Class, You Will Learn:

• Essential knife skills for preparing vegetables properly
• How to cook aubergine so it’s silky, not oily
• Techniques for layering flavour in plant-based cooking
• How to balance savoury, sweet and umami
• How to plate and present your dish beautifully
• You will also make a delicious aubergine-based side dish to accompany your main meal — creating a satisfying two-dish experience.

At the end, you can sit down and enjoy your handmade meal in our relaxed space or carefully pack it to take home.Why Guests Love This Class

• It proves vegan food can be rich and exciting
• It’s based on a genuine restaurant favourite
• You only use a few ingredients — but learn serious technique
• It builds confidence with knife skills and flavour balance
• It feels impressive, yet achievable
• Many guests say this class completely changes how they cook aubergine.

Allergy Information

• Soy is essential in this class
• Possible to adapt for gluten-free (please request after booking)
• Sesame used in dressing (can be avoided upon request)

Please inform us of any dietary requirements after booking.Add-On ExperiencesAll add-ons take place within the same session. Please allow an additional 30–60 minutes depending on your selection.Popular options include:

• Smashed Cucumber Salad – A refreshing vegan favourite
• Drinks to enjoy alongside your cooking experience
• Knife sharpening guidance — bring one knife safely if you wish to learn proper care techniques

A lovely way to extend your experience and deepen your skills.Come and enjoy a cool, welcoming cooking space in London where vegetables shine and simple ingredients become something truly special.You’ll leave with:

• A restaurant-quality vegan aubergine dish
• A complementary aubergine side
• Improved knife confidence
• A deeper understanding of Chinese flavour balance
• And the ability to turn three vegetables into something unforgettable

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 PolicyAll 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.ReschedulingIf 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 & PunctualityClasses 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 preparation, fresh ingredients and careful planning.

• A main dish and a side dish to enjoy at your class or take home.
• Compliment tea served throughout the whole class.
• Purchase ingredients in the shop.

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