Milk Tea Bao Bun Workshop

Learn how to make a milk tea bao bun!



3 hours Location Coopers Plains Class size 6 to 10 guests   $150

Based in Brisbane.
This workshop allows you to make an original milk tea dough infused with the rich aroma of bubble milk tea.
You will learn the art of milk tea dough making and creative bun shaping, and making your own handmade character gua bao.
Then, you will get to enjoy the buns you've made with this delicious filling that brings together iconic Taiwanese flavours: braised pork, pickled mustard greens, and peanut powder, all freshly served hot—an explosion of Taiwanese taste in every bite!
As a bonus, the workshop also includes a cup of pearl milk tea, delighting both your eyes and your taste buds.
Friendly note: Vegetarian option available - braised tofu can be used in place of pork. Please indicate "vegetarian" when registering.
What you'll get
  • Make and complete four handmade character gua bao
  • Learn the art of milk tea dough making and creative bun shaping
  • Enjoy a Taiwanese-style lunch and one pearl milk tea on-site
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
What to bring
Apron.
Suitable for

This class is great for a team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

Location

Coopers Plains, QLD

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Recent reviews of Milk Tea Bao Bun Workshop

  • 5/5 from Suzanne Dang, attended Jun 2025: Absolutely love love this class. I booked this class for myself and four other friends (including my hubby!). Esther (the teacher) was so organised and friendly. She demonstrated making the buns slow and steady. It was easy to follow and I felt a bit more confident after making the first bao! (We made four today). There was a delicious savory bun lunch and some bubble tea. You can tell Esther is very passionate with what she does and loves every moment. She made me feel that no question was 'silly'. I highly recommend these classes with Esther. Thank you thank you thank you.
Your teacher

Buns in Bun
Buns in Bun

5.0 (4)
female Women-owned

Esther Yip | Creative Founder of Q Bun Fun & Buns in Bun
Hong Kong–born · Brisbane–based
English · Cantonese · Mandarin
What I do
  • I design and handcraft playful character bao, from my signature koala to festive favourites, and share them through the Q Bun Fun food trailer.
  • I’m writing a character bao cookbook so home cooks can make their own creations, one little character at a time.
Why I love teaching
  • My favourite moment in class is hearing someone say, “I can’t believe I made that!” It’s especially fun when kids and parents show each other what they’ve made.
  • In my hands-on workshops, I teach children and adults how to shape dough, add facial expressions and turn simple ingredients into character bao, mantou and tangyuan.
  • I love seeing everyone put their own spin on the same design. Give a room full of people the same dough and you’ll get a room full of completely different faces!
My education and training
  • Bachelor of Arts, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Second Class Honours, Upper Division)
  • Master of Design, Griffith University (with Distinction)
  • Trained at Disciples Escoffier, with a background in French cuisine and molecular gastronomy.
  • Mentored by mantou master Wang Meiji in crafting intricate steamed buns and tangyuan.
What inspires me
  • I spent 13 years as a flight attendant. Travelling the world gave me a love of seeing how different cultures celebrate through food.
  • I bring those ideas back to the Hong Kong flavours and traditions I grew up with, adding a playful touch through colour, shape and character.
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