Chengdu Cooking Class with a Local Market Visit
Overview
Available languages
4 hours
Mobile ticket
Embark on a unique 4-hour culinary adventure that begins in the heart of the city. Your journey starts with a guided exploration of an authentic local spice market, where you’ll engage in fun, interactive challenges designed to introduce you to the aromatic Sichuan spices and fresh ingredients that will star in your cooking class. From the market, you’ll retreat to our cozy Chilli Cool Workshop in the city center. Here, you’ll be welcomed like an old friend with a cup of traditional Sichuan tea, a cherished local custom. Then, under the expert guidance of a professional chef in our intimate kitchen, you’ll bring your market finds to life, mastering the art of Sichuan cuisine. The experience culminates in a delightful feast as you savor the dishes you’ve created, perfectly paired with a selection of beers and beverages. More than just a class, it’s an informative, fun, and deeply memorable journey into the heart of Sichuanese culture.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Minimum age is 5 years
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
What To Expect
As one of China’s eight great culinary traditions, Sichuan cuisine is renowned for its bold, distinctive flavors. Begin with a guided tour of a vibrant spice market, uncovering iconic ingredients through interactive challenges. Then, enjoy authentic tea in a serene, traditional workshop. Under a skilled chef’s guidance, learn to craft classic Sichuan dishes in a cozy kitchen, mastering time-honored techniques. Conclude by savoring your homemade creations with refreshing drinks, toasting to your culinary journey. A perfect blend of culture, flavor, and hands-on fun!
Sample Menu
main
more than 50 dishes available
main
Vegan Friendly
Options
Half-Day : 5-dishes
Cooking class Duration: 4 hours 5-course class: 4 hours professional cooking class with fun local wet market adventure
Half-day: Private 3 dishes
Private 3 dishes Cooking Class
Half-Day : 3 Dishes
Cooking Class Duration: 4 hours Sichuan Dishes 3-dishes class: 4 hours professional cooking class with fun local spices market adventure
Full-Day: 5 Dishes + Baozi
cooking class Duration: 8 hours Sichuan dishes and Baozi
What‘s Included
Light refreshments
Lunch or dinner based on your class schedule
English speaking guide
Recipes
Beverages/beer
Food ingredients
Food tasting
Market tour
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
528 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
pweil63,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lance was a great teacher! Lots of fun and had great food.
Superb, thanks to Lance!
varrianc,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Lance is the best! From the tour to the cooking class, he's amazing. You can see from how he speaks and presents everything that he loves what he's doing. The energy in the room as soon as we turned on the stove was fun and full of excitement. It was like I attended a cycling class haha. His English proficiency, paired with his command of the craft was one unforgettable experience. This was the best cooking class out of all the three I've attended during this trip. I'd surely tap him for more classes should I be back.
Great experience
189marijng,May 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience hosted by Lance, great and 10/10!
Best cooking class worldwide
P2118ARmarinat,May 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best cooking class worldwide! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I take a cooking class in every country I visit, and this is hands-down the best! Our intimate group of 4 had an unforgettable time. We started at a local market where our guide, Jerry, showed us authentic ingredients. We even tasted century eggs, famous Sichuan peppers, and bought fresh combinations to take home. Jerry was incredibly kind and knowledgeable. At the school, we were welcomed with delicious Jasmine tea and learned the traditional way to drink it. The cooking was fantastic—we chopped alongside the chef while Jerry translated perfectly. We made 5 incredible dishes, tasting as we went. Afterward, we feasted together and Jerry even treated us to a beer! As a bonus, I asked to see how wontons were made; they happily showed us, let us try, and we ate them too! We also bought their beautifully done recipe book. Jerry was phenomenal and the chefs were outstanding. Don't miss this—it’s fun and delicious! Thank you!
Amazing!
irenecN3728MQ,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a really wonderful time. Our guide, Lance, was very friendly, speaks really good english and gave us a really good tour of the market and hyped us during the cooking class We had a lot of fun and met amazing people. If you have the time, I totally recommend this experience!
Enjoyable Local Cooking Class
W1185NVmarkc,May 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had such an amazing time at this cooking experience in Chengdu! From start to finish, everything was fun, engaging, and incredibly well organized. We not only got to cook authentic Sichuan dishes, but also learned so much about the local ingredients, spices, cooking techniques, and food culture along the way. A huge part of what made this experience unforgettable was our tour guide, Lance. He was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and genuinely fun to be around. His excellent English made everything easy to understand, and his deep knowledge of Sichuan cuisine and spices gave us a much greater appreciation for the food we were making. What really stood out was how well he matched our energy and kept the atmosphere lively and enjoyable the entire time. He honestly made the experience 10 times better. Highly recommend this to anyone visiting Chengdu who wants a fun, interactive, and authentic cultural experience!
Great as a solo business traveler!
scottvh519,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A really fun experience - well worth it even if you’re solo! I was here for a business trip and the weekend cooking class with Lance was the perfect way to experience the city as a local. Very cool to see a market not for tourists, learn about the cuisine, and try some fresh fruit. Lance and Auntie Lee made the cooking part so much fun, not too much work, and the food was really incredible (there’s a lot of food)!
Lance is the best
DayTrip40585688788,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic cooking experience with Lance from Chili Cool China. Funny, patient, and deeply knowledgeable — he guided seamlessly in both English and Chinese, gave great local food recommendations, helped us buy spices to take home, and never rushed anything. The cooking was delicious, the beer was cold, and the whole experience felt generous and personal. Sent us off with gifts at the end.
Delicious local food experience
MelissaChien,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I had a wonderful time at Chilli Cool’s cooking class. Lance was an excellent and friendly host, and he gave us a really informative market tour beforehand. Even though I was already quite familiar with Chinese cooking, I still learned many new things from Chef Leon. of course, the food was delicious! highly recommend this experience!
Fun cooking class
stephaniegK4742ZR,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great time doing the cooking course and we especially liked Lance, our guide. His English and his Knowledge was so good, that we could have all our questions about cooking and China answered :)
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