Taiwanese Cooking Class and Market Tour in Taipei

Summary

Meet your host and small group at a central location and head straight to the nearby Dongmen Market. Learn about fresh ingredients used in Taiwanese cuisine at this traditional Taipei market, before returning to the kitchen for a hands-on session. Practice traditional methods of food preparation and create three culinary dishes from scratch under the careful guidance of your private instructor. Sample an array of flavors in Taiwanese cuisine while you cook from a set menu including soup, appetizer, and main dish (see options in Itinerary). Discover the key ingredient in making braised beef noodle soup; learn to create distinctive flavors in hot and sour soup; or prepare three cups chicken, a Taiwanese signature dish.  Finally, sit down to savor a mouthwatering lunch before concluding your tour at the original departure point.

Tour info

Duration
4 hours - 5 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

Our Traditional Market Tour & Cooking Class is an immersive experience designed to give you a unique understanding and appreciation of Taiwanese cuisine. First you’ll become familiar with both raw ingredients and culinary culture by observing how local chefs interact with food in a traditional market setting. Afterwards, we'll head to the myTaiwantour Kitchen, where you'll learn step by step how to prepare a full, healthy and delicious three course Taiwanese meal. Finally, you’ll dine on the meal you’ve prepared yourself. What you prepare (and eat) depends on the day you take the tour.

What’s included?

  • A professional English speaking cooking instructor

  • All necessary materials and ingredients

  • Lunch

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 4-5 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

MyTaiwanTour Travel Services

About operator:

MyTaiwanTour exists to share Taiwan with the world, facilitating travel to and around our beautiful island and taking care of our customer's needs from start to finish. Our user-friendly website allows you to see everything we offer and craft a full itinerary online. Our dedicated office staff will have every aspect of your journey planned out before you've even left home, from booking your hotel to arranging transportation and meals. And our guides are local experts who love connecting visitors with the tradition, cuisine, culture, and people of Taiwan through single-day tours to all of Taiwan's must-visit spots, and multi-day tours around the island. MyTaiwanTour also curates private tours for individuals and groups of all sizes. Travel is about personal interaction, and for our team of passionate, multi-lingual professionals, introducing guests to the wonders of Taiwan is a personal calling.

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