Dumpling Making Party

About this tour

Roll up your sleeves for two hours of hands-on dumpling crafting in Melbourne. You'll master the fundamentals—from kneading dough to perfecting pleats—then prepare your own batch using pork, chicken, beef or vegetarian fillings drawn from Japanese, Vietnamese and Chinese traditions. Work in a small group, taste what you've made, and leave knowing exactly how to recreate the experience at home.

Highlights

• Hand-knead and rest dumpling dough from scratch
• Learn multiple folding techniques for different styles
• Prepare pork, chicken, beef and vegetarian fillings
• Cook and taste your own dumplings straightaway
• Small group setting with recipe takeaway

What to expect

You'll start by mixing and working dough with guidance on texture and resting times. Once ready, you'll move to filling and shaping—instructors will demonstrate several fold methods, then watch as you apply them. Expect plenty of repetition to build muscle memory; your first attempts won't be symmetrical, and that's fine. After shaping a batch, you'll cook them (boiled or pan-fried) and sit down to eat what you've made alongside tasting variations. The group stays small enough that instructors can correct your technique without feeling rushed.

Good to know

Arrive in clothes you don't mind getting flour on. Dietary requirements must be flagged at booking to ensure fillings suit your needs. The class doesn't include hotel transport. This is a working session, not a lecture—expect to be on your feet and using your hands throughout.