Whimsical Bao: Decorated Steamed Chinese Style Buns
Friday, July 24, 2026 | 6:00PM - 8:30PM
$189.00Per Station (Suitable for Dynamic Duos, please see below for details)
In this creative hands-on class, you’ll learn the art of making soft, fluffy steamed Chinese bao from scratch. We’ll start by preparing and kneading the dough, learning the techniques that create the light pillowy texture. You’ll discover how to portion, shape, stuff, and properly steam the buns to achieve a perfectly tender bao.
Once the dough is ready, the fun begins. You’ll transform your bao into beautifully decorated buns, coloring the dough and then shaping it into playful designs. Using bright colors and simple tools, you’ll learn techniques for creating charming character-style buns that are as delightful to look at as they are to eat.
By the end of class, you’ll leave with a batch of your own decorated steamed bao and the confidence to recreate these whimsical treats at home.
This class is suitable for the following Dynamic Duo* types:
YES: Parent/Grandparent & Child
YES: Couples
YES: Friends (you will share all equipment/ingredients for 1 recipe/batch…we let you rock, paper, scissors if the recipe doesn’t divide equally.)
*What is a Dynamic Duo? It’s basically two buddies sharing the same workstation at no extra charge. You share all equipment and ingredients for a single batch of whatever we’re making that day. (Don’t worry, we won’t stick you with some random stranger- if you want to fly solo, you’ll have the station (and all the yummy food) all to yourself!) For Chef Nights you will always have enough for two and generally some leftovers to bring home.
We provide aprons, recipes, all ingredients, supplies, and tools required for use during each class. Best of all you get to take home whatever tasty treats you make - we provide all boxes/packaging.
Please wear comfortable shoes (stools will be provided) and have long hair tied back. For the comfort of all our students and staff, we ask that you refrain from wearing strong perfume or cologne. You may wish to bring a cardigan or sweater as the kitchen is kept at 68F.