Chinese Dumpling Workshop

Learn to make delicious Chinese dumplings in this San Diego cooking class with Chef Ben!



2 hours Location Miramar Class size 1 to 25 (public classes), 10 to 50   $60

Make dumplings from scratch in this hands-on San Diego cooking class with Chef Ben. With step-by-step guidance throughout the class, you’ll learn how to create a tasty pork and chive filling before trying several beautiful folding techniques to give your dumplings a restaurant-quality look. Whether you’re new to cooking or simply new to dumpling making, you’ll have plenty of support as you learn at your own pace.
As your first batch steams, you’ll mix up a simple yet flavorful dipping sauce with soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Then, you’ll add shrimp paste to your remaining filling and learn how to shape shumai-style dumplings, giving you a chance to practice different techniques along the way.
This beginner-friendly cooking class is a great choice for a unique date night, outing with friends, team-building activity, or fun things to do in San Diego. With friendly instruction and no pressure to get everything perfect, you can focus on enjoying the process, getting creative, and building skills you can recreate at home whenever a dumpling craving strikes.
By the end of class, you’ll sit down to enjoy your handmade feast, share plenty of laughs, and leave with the confidence to make fresh dumplings from scratch at home.
Menu
  • Chinese Dumplings: With fresh dumpling wrappers, ground pork, shrimp paste, and chives
  • Simple Dipping Sauce: With soy sauce, honey, sesame oil and rice vinegar
Please Note
Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request, as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.

Upcoming dates for Chinese Dumpling Workshop

Times are Los Angeles time. Dates and prices as of 14 Nov 2026, 3:53pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

2 upcoming dates between 18 Nov 2026 and 2 Dec 2026.

  • Wed, Nov 18 2026, 6pm-8pm
  • Wed, Dec 2 2026, 6pm-8pm
What you'll get
  • A fun, hands-on cooking class led by Chef Ben
  • An authentic dumpling-making experience hosted at a local public venue in San Diego
  • All fresh ingredients and professional cooking tools provided
  • Expert techniques, tips and chef insights you can use long after class
  • A complete meal you’ll cook and enjoy yourself
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.
What to bring
Feel free to purchase wine or beer at the venue to enjoy during the class.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or bachelorette party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Mission Brewing - Miramar, Rehco Road, San Diego, CA

Chinese Dumpling Workshop location
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  • 5/5 from Tara Holdsman, attended Oct 2026: Chef Ben was excellent, guiding our group through various folding techniques as well as the history of the dumpling!
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Chef Ben

Chef Ben

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Chef Ben fell in love with food at a young age while cooking with his mom in the kitchen. After earning a degree in Nutrition and Food Science, he quickly learned the high-quality taste and benefits of using fresh, wholesome ingredients. Chef Ben’s career ranges from a recipe developer to a professional TV chef. Whether teaching cooking classes or catering a meal, he strives to provide the most delicious meal for every guest.




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