Family Japanese Cooking Class: Bento and Gyudon

Looking for a fun and memorable activity to enjoy with your child in London?In this hands-on parent & child cooking class, you’ll work together to cook Gyudon (Japanese beef rice bowl) and create a colourful, delicious bento box to enjoy or take home.This experience is designed to be interactive, creative, and beginner-friendly, making it perfect for families who want to cook, learn, and have fun together.You’ll begin with a short introduction to Japanese bento culture, before diving into a guided cooking session where both adults and children can get involved.Classes take place in a spacious, air-conditioned studio with small group sizes, ensuring plenty of support. Weekday bookings are often quieter and may even become private sessions.What You’ll Cook & LearnTogether, you will:

• Cook Gyudon with a rich, savoury sauce
• Make Chawanmushi (Japanese steamed egg custard)
• Prepare a simple Japanese-style salad
• Discover the basics of dashi and umami
• Learn safe, age-appropriate knife skills
• Build your own creative bento box

Children will love:

• Designing their own lunch box
• Mixing, assembling, and tasting
• Learning through hands-on fun

Adults will enjoy:

• Learning authentic recipes
• Gaining practical cooking skills
• Sharing a meaningful experience together

Why Families Love This Class

• 1 Ticket = 1 Adult + 1 Child (10+), discounted from normal adults-only class
• Further discount for extra children and adults. Well discounted for a family day out
• Fun and engaging for both adults and children
• Creative bento box making experience
• Relaxed, supportive teaching style
• Small class sizes for personal attention
• Perfect for weekend activities, gifts, or holidays

This is a shared experience, not just a class — something you’ll both remember.Dietary OptionsWe aim to make the class flexible for families:

• Beef is used in traditional Gyudon
• Vegetarian alternatives may be available
• Egg-free option available (tofu alternative)

Please inform your teacher when booking.Optional Add-Ons (Family Friendly)Enhance your experience with optional extras:

• Fun drinks (bubble tea, soft drinks, or tea)
• Make your own pickled ginger (Gari) to take home
• Additional simple Japanese dishes
• Real Matcha Making

Add-ons are included within the same session and typically add 30–60 minutes.Important Booking Information

• 1 Ticket must be booked as 1 Adult + 1 Child. Children cannot attend without an accompanying adult. If only adults attending the class, full price will be charged.
• Recommended for children aged 10+

Due to booking system limitations, each ticket can only add:

• 1 extra adult
• 1 extra child

If your group is larger, please send us a message. We can help you with booking.

• Each participating adult and child must hold a valid ticket
• 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 cannot attend, you may transfer your ticket to another adult and child pair. Please notify us in advance.ReschedulingIf you need to reschedule your booking, a £50 fee per booking applies. 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 late, we may not be able to admit you and your booking will be forfeited.We appreciate your understanding as our small-group classes require preparation and planning.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 look forward to welcoming you and your child for a fun Chinese cooking adventure!

• All the food they made.
• Complimentary tea throughout the entire class.
• Opportunity to purchase limited ingredients and souvenirs.

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