Korean Bento Box Making Class with Kimchi

Learn to make artistic and delicious Korean style bento box with homemade Kimchi



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)

Welcome and Prep

Welcome and Prep

Settle into our welcoming kitchen as we talk you through Korean bento boxes. Learn essential Chinese knife skills to prepare all of your ingredients for the class.


Make Your Own Kimchi

Make Your Own Kimchi

Learn how to make kimchi using the authentic method. Take it home to wait for it to ferment! We'll be there every step of the way to guide you.


Make Kimchi Pancakes

Make Kimchi Pancakes

Using pre-fermented kimchi, you'll learn how to make tasty kimchi pancakes with help from the chefs.


Make Kimchi Tofu Soup

Make Kimchi Tofu Soup

You'll also learn how to make kimchi tofu soup (Sundubu Jjigae). You'll get to take these skills and recipes away to recreate time and time again!


Taste the Success

Taste the Success

Reflect on your new cooking skills as you sit down to enjoy your dishes. Anything you don't eat, you can take home with you!


Add-on Rice Cake with Kimchi

Add-on Rice Cake with Kimchi

Learn stir-fry kimchi with rice cake (Tteokbokki) in this add-on.


Add-on Pork with Kimchi

Add-on Pork with Kimchi

Learn stir-fry pork with kimchi (kimchi Jjim) in this add-on.


Looking to add a creative twist to your daily meals?
Planning a unique gift for your favourite foodie?
Organising a birthday, hen party or team activity in London?
Come and discover the joy of building your own artistic Korean-inspired bento box.
This class is about flavour, colour and presentation — because we truly believe food should look as good as it tastes.
A Creative & Relaxed Korean Cooking Experience
Your class begins with a warm introduction to the history of bento boxes, Asian pickling traditions, and modern lunchbox trends. You’ll discover how fermentation and balance play an important role in Korean cuisine.
Then it’s time to get hands-on.
In our small-group, spacious, air-conditioned studio, your friendly teacher will guide you step by step as you prepare and assemble your own beautiful bento box. Weekday sessions are often quieter and sometimes feel like a private lesson.
This class is welcoming, colourful, and surprisingly therapeutic.
During This Korean Bento Box Making Class, You’ll Learn How To:
  • Understand the background of pickling and fermentation in Asian history
  • Make vegan-friendly kimchi
  • Cook Kimchi Pancake (Kimchi Jeon)
  • Prepare Kimchi Tofu Soup (Sundubu Jjigae)
  • Assemble and present an artistic Korean bento box
  • Sit down and enjoy the dishes you created
The class is designed to suit a vegan diet while still delivering bold, comforting Korean flavours.
Why Guests Love This Class
  • It’s creative and hands-on
  • You learn real Korean home-style dishes
  • You understand the story behind fermentation and flavour
  • It’s perfect for gifting or celebrating
  • Your finished bento box looks almost too beautiful to eat. Almost.
  • Many guests say this class completely changes the way they think about packed lunches.
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:
  • Drinks Add-On – Cocktails (alcoholic or non-alcoholic), bubble tea, sake or classic tea, with cultural background included
  • Omurice or Stir-Fried Rice Cake – Add more variety and colour to your bento
  • Bao Buns or Kimbap – Expand your wrapping skills and even tuck your kimchi inside
If you’re travelling to join us, it’s a wonderful way to make the most of your experience.
Allergy Information
Please let us know about any special dietary requirements via ClassBento message after booking and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
  • Gluten is essential
  • Soy (soy sauce and tofu) is essential
  • Sesame seeds are used for final dressing (can be avoided upon request)
  • Egg is essential in the Omurice add-on
Come and enjoy a welcoming space in London where colour, flavour and creativity come together.
At the end of the class, you’ll sit down to admire — and enjoy — the bento box you built yourself.
You’ll leave with:
  • A beautifully assembled Korean bento box
  • A deeper understanding of fermentation and flavour balance
  • Practical skills you can use for everyday meals
  • And the confidence to turn any lunch into something special
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.
We look forward to cooking with you!
What you'll get
  • All the food they made
  • Compliment tea during the whole class
  • Opportunity to purchase limited ingredients and souvenirs
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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
  • Containers if you want to use your own
  • Thermal bags in summer. You can buy it from us.
Add-ons available for this class
  • Have one cup of Bubble Cocktail/ Mocktail (£10)
  • Stir Fried Rice Cake (£15)
  • Add Korean Chicken Wings (£15)
  • Add Rice Wine (Soju) Tasting (£35)
  • Add KimBap Class (£25)
  • Private Class (£10)
  • Bao Buns Mini Class (£15)
  • Add Omurice Mini Class (£15)
  • 100% Hand-Pulled Noodle (£15)
  • Kimchi Pork (£25)
  • Sparkling Wine (£35)
  • Korean Tteokbokki (£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 creative 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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