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Our mission is to improve mental wellbeing through our workshops and experiences. We curate our teachers and hosts carefully to ensure that they are of high quality.
That's why we provide a money-back guarantee*: If you're unsatisfied with this experience, just leave it at least 20 minutes before it ends, and tell us (the ClassBento team) the reason for your dissatisfaction within 4 hours of that time, and we'll provide you with a refund.
* We may choose to limit our refund per customer at £500. In some rare cases, we may also require you to show us your photo ID before we process the refund.
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Step Into Our Kitchen
Meet your friendly teacher and get ready to explore the bold flavours of Sichuan cooking. We’ve got all the authentic ingredients prepped and waiting for you in our welcoming kitchen.
Make Noodles from Scratch
Roll up your sleeves and learn the traditional art of making noodles. You'll mix, knead and stretch your dough to create both thick and thin noodles – no experience necessary, we'll guide you all the way!
Create the Spicy Topping
Time to bring the heat! Your teacher will show you how to cook the signature spicy minced topping and create the rich, fragrant sauce that makes Dan Dan noodles so irresistible.
Assemble Your Noodle Bowl
Learn how to perfectly cook your fresh noodles and plate your dish like a pro. You'll bring together the noodles, sauce and topping for an authentic and mouth-watering presentation.
Dig in and Enjoy
Sit down and savour the incredible bowl of Dan Dan noodles you've just made. You’ll leave with a happy belly and the skills to recreate this amazing spicy dish at home.
Add-on Recipe Collection Booklet
This is your journey of cooking adventure.
You can get beautifully designed and printed recipe from each class once you bought the booklet (Two colours to choose).
You also will get Polaroid-style photo sticker from your class, showing your highlight in the class you attended.
Your chef tutor also will give you a stamp. It is your certificate of success.
Did you know that in China, long noodles symbolise long life?That’s why noodles are traditionally eaten on birthdays — the longer the noodle, the longer the life (no pressure when pulling them!).If you’re looking for a meaningful birthday gift experience in London — or if you simply love bold, spicy flavours — this Sichuan cooking class might be exactly what you’re craving.A Warm & Spicy Cooking Experience in LondonIn this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make authentic Sichuan Dan Dan noodles completely from scratch — including the noodles themselves.Don’t worry if you’re new to cooking. We guide you gently, step by step, in a relaxed and friendly environment. Classes are small, so you’ll never feel lost. Our spacious, air-conditioned studio keeps everything comfortable — and weekday bookings are often quiet, sometimes even private.This is comfort food with a kick — warming, fragrant, and deeply satisfying.In This Chinese Cooking Class, You Will Learn To:
Make fresh noodles from scratch — both thin and thick styles
Prepare the classic spicy minced topping
Balance the rich, nutty, savoury Dan Dan sauce
Cook and beautifully present your finished bowl
There’s something magical about sitting down to a bowl of noodles you made yourself — especially when that chilli aroma rises up and makes everyone at the table smile.By the end of the session, you’ll not only enjoy your handmade dish, but you’ll also leave with the confidence to recreate it at home for friends, family… or your next birthday celebration.Why Guests Love This Class
It’s warm, relaxed and beginner-friendly
You learn authentic Sichuan flavours — not watered-down versions
The balance of spice, nuttiness and savoury depth is unforgettable
It’s a fun and meaningful birthday gift experience
You get to say, “I made these noodles myself” (which never gets old)
Some guests come for the spice.Some come for the noodles.Most leave planning who they’re bringing next time.Allergy Information
Gluten (essential)
Sesame and peanuts are used for the authentic flavour. You can leave us a message to avoid them.
Soy used in sauce.
Pork mince is the classic ingredient,
A vegan option is available (shiitake mushroom works beautifully in this dish)
Please let us know about any dietary requirements after booking and we will do our best to accommodate.Add-On ExperiencesAll add-ons take place within the same session to make your experience even more enjoyable. Please allow an additional 30–60 minutes depending on your selection.Popular options include:
Smashed Cucumber Salad – A refreshing, vegan-friendly Sichuan classic
Drinks Add-On – Perfect for birthdays or celebrations
Knife Sharpening – Learn to care for your kitchen knife (bring one safely if you wish)
If you’ve travelled to join us, it’s a lovely way to make the most of your visit.
Apron with logo to wear at home cooking in the future
Recipe Collection Booklet to collect beautifully designed and printed recipes
Come and enjoy a welcoming, relaxed cooking space in London where flour flies, chilli sizzles, and laughter is always part of the recipe.You’ll leave with:
A happy, full belly
A little chilli glow
And a new skill you’ll use again and again
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 advance preparation and planning.We look forward to cooking with you
A person under 18 cannot attend the class at all. We will ask for valid IDs if you look very young. You 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
Please bring containers if wish to take food home. You can buy from us if you forgot yours.
Thermal bag will be useful in hot summer. You can buy from us too.
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Recent reviews of Dan Dan Noodle Class – Spicy Sichuan Comfort from Scratch
5/5 from Frances Draskau, attended May 2026: We loved learning how to make Dan Dan noodles with Simon! His love for cooking is infectious and the history he provides on Chinese food is such a wonderful part of the lessons. Highly recommend!
5/5 from Eleonora Cugini, attended Apr 2026: This class was absolutely fantastic! Simon and Hanna are so passionate and knowledgeable. Not only did they guide us through every step of the process - from cutting to cooking - but they also shared the history of the dish and the traditions behind it. Highly recommended - we’ll definitely be back for other classes!
5/5 from Mayokun Olowosuko, attended Mar 2026: Simon was an amazing teacher. He really knew his stuff. Very educational and fun!!!
5/5 from Sophie Lauren Kane, attended Jan 2026: Many thanks to Simon for the most enjoyable and knowledgeable experience! Simon created a relaxed and fun atmosphere, knew everything there was to know about the dish and was extremely interesting. We will return and definitely recommend. Thank you Simon
5/5 from Stephanie Stylianou, attended Dec 2025: Simon was absolutely great, we learned lots about Chinese history around food, and we made some amazing dan dan noodles!
5/5 from Miss Ella Kate Taylor, attended Oct 2025: Simon was incredibly friendly and welcoming, he made us feel so comfortable from the start. The cooking experience was very interactive, and he shared so much knowledge about the history of the dish. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves, learnt a lot, and made some very tasty food! We can’t wait to go back.
5/5 from Hilary Scott, attended Aug 2025: Made very welcome as soon as we walked through the door. Explained what we would do that evening and then began to tell us more about Chinese history whilst serving us green tea. He related the history to what we were cooking which covered things like : Why is it called Dan Dan? What spices were initially available in China Stir frying and what it actually means Difference between numbing and hot Touched onJapan and some of the influences that have come from China versus America The cooking (and the order in which to cook) was very relaxing and informative. Got taught a little about knife skills Kung Pao chicken was delicious. Dan Dan noodles were fabulous along with the pork mince All in all a fantastic experience and we will definitely be back once we have worked out what we want to learn next. Am now off to China town to buy some ingredients that we used last night…
4/5 from Tamba Sumana, attended Apr 2025: Really great class!
5/5 from Luke Higgins, attended Mar 2025: I had a really great evening with Simon- he was really interesting, and the food was great. I would definitely recommend this class.
5/5 from Kasia Grzelakowska, attended Mar 2025: Great experience, great teachers, great food!
5/5 from Giulia da Re, attended Mar 2025: An informative and enjoyable class. We learned a lot and the noodles we made were delicious.
5/5 from Hinesh Patel, attended Dec 2024: What a great experience! Really authentic, Simon and Hannah are so knowledgeable, it was really interesting hearing about the history of the food we were cooking. We went for “date night” and I would recommend to anyone looking for something a little different! 10/10 from us! NB. We did one veggie option and one meat option.
5/5 from Ivan Gallo, attended Jul 2024: For a gift to myself and my sibling we visited Simon And Hannah to learn how to cook Dan Dan Noodles, both Simon and Hannah were knowledgeable on the recipe and ingredients. The classroom was nice and temperate, and the recipe ingredients were all ready to and between each step there was virtually no wait, we made the noodles and sauce from stretch and while arguably a little pricey it’s was a great experience especially the ending when we get to taste what we made.
5/5 from Rishad Lilani, attended Mar 2024: Great lesson. Teachers were both knowledgeable and engaging. Would come again to learn another dish.
5/5 from Ella Stewart-Holland, attended Feb 2024: Great intimate class with loads of hints and tips and a lovely sprinkling of historical facts about the dish and region it came from.
4/5 from Caleb Reynolds, attended Feb 2024: Fun little experience, the teachers were very friendly and kind. Made a unique dish that was very tasty.
5/5 from Christian Muller, attended Jan 2024: Great class. Simon and Hanna were excellent teachers, and very friendly, enthusiastic and informative. The dan dan noodles were delicious. Highly recommended.
5/5 from Rochelle Lobo, attended Jan 2024: It was such a great experience. Everything was planned out, instructions were very simple and tasted authentic.
5/5 from Joshua Amey, attended Nov 2023: Very knowledgeable teachers - I'm really looking forward to try out the recipes at home
5/5 from Tuyet Le, attended Aug 2023: Our teacher Hanna was really lovely and we had an enjoyable time learning how to make dan dan noodles. Hanna explained the steps very clearly and making the noodles wasn't as difficult as we originally thought. Looking forward to attempting to remake what we learned at home and would definitely consider trying out another cooking class with Hanna & Simon :)
5/5 from Eleanor Brown, attended Aug 2023: Thank you very much to Hanna for the wonderful time. It is a birthday gift for me because I love Chinese noodles. I learnt to make the noodle from flour. I cooked one dish to go with the noodle. And I ate my noodle and dishes in two different ways. What an amazing time spent here! Cannot wait to have another class.
5/5 from Craig Thompson, attended Aug 2023: A great experience, lots of fun and very educational. Hanna is a an excellent teacher. Very kind and patient and clear in her instructions. I felt I could make this dish again on my own without difficulty as she broke down the steps so well. She also has a huge amount of knowledge about Chinese cuisine in general which she shared. The venue is easy to find and all the ingredients and utensils are provided and the evening classes are very convenient for people who work. The hour and and a half class is more than enough time to learn how to prepare the dish and to enjoy eating it afterwards.
5/5 from Claudia Cowey, attended Jun 2023: I had a wonderful time making dan dan noodles! Simon and Hanna were very attentive, making sure we knew the process at all times and even provided some history to the story of this particular dish, which was very interesting! Would love to try some of their other classes. Thanks Simon and Hanna!
5/5 from Niusha Bonakdarian, attended May 2023: We had the best time with Simon and Hannah! Would thoroughly recommend the Dan Dan cooking class to everyone. Hannah and Simon are so knowledgeable and kind, every area of the class was well thought through and the food was delicious! We will definitely be going back!
5/5 from Patricia Plummer, attended May 2023: This is my second visit to Simon and Hanna's class. I really learnt a lot during this lesson and am looking forward to recreating this dish in my home.
5/5 from James McKinney, attended May 2023: My cook enthusiast son really enjoyed the class. Chef Simon was very patient with my son’s numerous questions and limited kitchen skills. The meals they prepared were delicious, as we were able to have a taste when we collected him. Simon shared the recipes and practical videos to help my son continue to practice his skills. Great class, great value.
5/5 from Benjamin Knight, attended Jan 2023: I bought this as a gift for my partner. As it transpired he was the only one booked for that session he had a 121 tutoring and he had an ABSOLUTELY amazing time. He came back buzzing and just said the teachers were so kind and helpful, he learned so much and it was an amazing experience. He was a bit nervous at first but the teachers made him feel so at ease. He ate the food he made with them as he was having such a good time and they helped him shop for the same ingredients so he could authentically make something at home. Would absolutely book again.
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 PhilosophyCraft. 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.
Simon and Hanna's Foodie Kitchen is also a ClassBento award winner: