Taiwanese Food Culture and Cooking Class
Overview
Available languages
4 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
This is a class that allows small group (2-10) people to join. Besides different themes of Taiwanese cusines in each day, we also provide recipe in English, Chinese & Japanese if needed. Our cozy, homy and fully equipped cooking studio will provide a nique, fun, and memorable experience of everyday life in Taiwan!!
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
No elevator
Need to climb 4 floor stairs
Vegan menu available on request
Special dietary requirement could be discussed and catered for before booking(market tour & cooking class)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Are you a tourist or a traveler? Do you just want to experience the food? Or do you want to gain a deeper understanding of Taiwanese daily life and local customs through close conversations? We are committed to the quality of our ingredients and courses, so we do not take a commercialized approach. Instead, we maintain a small-class format with a maximum of six students per session. From the very beginning—exploring the market—we take a different approach. Instead of simply shopping for ingredients, we focus on understanding seasonal produce and fruits. You'll also have the chance to sample some foods and drinks at the morning market that might be unfamiliar to most travelers but are a daily part of life for Taiwanese people. Our course is designed to feel like you’re visiting a Taiwanese home, learning home-style cooking alongside your host, Wayne. With nearly 30 years of culinary experience, Wayne learned traditional Taiwanese home cooking from his mother and later mastered Sicilian home-style Italian cuisine from an Italian grandmother while living in Melbourne, Australia. You are welcome to engage in deep conversations with Wayne about food and even cultural differences.
Sample Menu
main
Dumpling Lover Theme(Mon & Thur)
Fresh made fried dumplings Taiwanese style fried chicken popcorn Hot & sour soup
main
Home Style Stir-fried Theme(Tue & Sun)
Three cup chicken- special sauce with basil Clams with garlic and basil sauce Stir fried dried bean curd with pork in spicy black bean sauce
main
Authentic Taiwanese Theme(Wed & Fri)
Taiwanese style soy sauce based beef noodle Gua Bao (Pork Belly Buns) Hot and cold pickled cucumber
dessert
Dessert Making
Colorful bubble Tea with iced condensed milk.
What‘s Included
Food tasting
Lunch
Hands-on 3 dishes
Hand-made colourful boba
Fruit platter
Coffee and/or Tea
Options
Cooking Class- Wed & Fri
Duration: 4 hours
台灣牛肉麵、刈包、涼拌辣小黃瓜
東門市場
Cooking Class - Mon & Thur
煎餃、酸辣湯、鹽酥雞
東門市場
Cooking Class - Tue & Sun
三杯雞、九層塔蒜香蛤蠣、辣豆干炒肉絲
東門市場
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Taiwanese cooking experience
nedimf2020,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fantastic experience. Wayne was a natural foodie and storyteller. He started us out in a morning market, shopping for fruit and vegetables and tasting some delicacies. We then moved to his studio and cooked gua bao, beef noodles, and cucumber salad. From scratch, including preparing the bao dough and steaming the bao! My kids who never cook loved the experience as well. Priceless.... And delicious.
Great way to spend a morning!
arcangelo999,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The market tour and cooking class with Wayne was wonderful! He was very knowledgeable about local ingredients and dishes, and he’s great at sharing your enthusiasm for food. He was very kind to hold a class with only me, and he invited one of his Taiwanese culinary students to join as well. It was a wonderful experience to cook and chat with locals. Wayne’s recipes were delicious and manageable enough that I will be making them when I go home. He intentionally creates them with ingredients that are easy to find elsewhere for that reason. I would definitely recommend this class! The class fee included the market tour, the instruction, and several fruits and a local tea from the market. The class space is a well-set up apartment with a dedicated and spacious work area.
Truly made my day
766lisau,Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were here on a teacher convention and had an absolutely fabulous time. Wayne was incredible! The location was quaint, the kitchen was incredibly clean and inviting. Sinks / bathrooms very easy to access. Portions were plentiful and delicious. Ingredients were fresh and so flavorful. The group we were touring with was a hoot which contributed to the great experience, but Make My Day Cooking Lab really did make my day. Can't wait to make dumplings at home... I NEVER would have thought that I could, but now... I'm sure going to try.
Amazing Taiwanese cooking experience.
Albert C,Dec 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We started by meeting Wayne at the designated spot. Since it’s right next to the metro station, it was incredibly easy to find. Wayne’s English is completely fluent, so my partner was able to fully interact even though she doesn’t speak mandarin. We started with a tour of the local market which was much better than expected. Tried some snacks that we would not have otherwise bought ourselves. The cooking portion was the highlight though of course. Not only do we get his family recipes, cook and eat delicious food, but Wayne is extremely knowledgeable about cooking techniques. This was such a good experience that we will be booking it again the next time we are back.
Well worth the culinary treats and teaching!!!
984fernm,Nov 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wayne the chef is a knowledgeable personable and great cooking teacher. He shared his culinary experience in an easy but professional and skilled manner. Thankyou for a really great day!
Food Making & Eating
L5473KWronh,Jun 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing food, amazing people, amazing environment, awesome experience! Free of any stress, everything is provided.
Student of Food
846stefanief,Jun 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing chef and host! Explained each step easily and set us up for success and delicious authentic cuisine. Our American students loved every mouthful!
Amazing
Zachery M,Jun 18, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A unique experience where you and your friends/family get to make boba tea and potstickers, and then eat them. :) 5/5 Went on a school trip.
Awesome cooking experience with Chef Wayne!
Erick G,Apr 8, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00My stir fry cooking experience with Chef Wayne was outstanding! I learned a lot of new techniques from the class. Chef Wayne is very knowledgeable! He has an easy going demeanor that will put you at ease regardless of your culinary skill level. The actual kitchen (cooking lab) is spacious and clean!
FANTASTIC!!
etiennet666,Apr 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic experience!! They really went above and beyond and I feel I got a lot out of the class. I would highly recommend including it in your trip!
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