Dumpling Making Class for Families

This school holiday dumpling class is a fun, hands-on cooking experience designed for children and families



2.5 hours Class size 1 to 14 guests    

  $150 - $225 ($150 for 1 Adult & 1 Child; $225 for 1 Adult & 2 Children) (Afterpay & PayPal Pay in 4 available)

The Ultimate Dumpling Making Experience is a hands-on cooking class designed for families to learn how to make dumplings from scratch using proper technique and repeatable methods they can confidently recreate at home.
Children will learn the basics of dumpling making in a relaxed and supportive environment, from rolling dough and preparing fillings to folding and cooking dumplings. The class is designed to be interactive, practical and confidence-building, with plenty of hands-on involvement throughout.
The class is intended for families with Children aged under 14 who attend with a parent or guardian, with up to two children able to attend per adult.
Held at Lot 50 in Yankalilla, the class is relaxed, social and highly practical, with plenty of time to cook, learn and ask questions throughout the session.
Once folded, you'll learn how to cook dumplings properly using a range of techniques including steaming, boiling and pan-frying. Cooking methods, timing and heat control are covered in detail to ensure juicy fillings, tender wrappers and crisp bases where required.
Flavour balance and dipping sauce principles are explained during the class, with a sample sauce prepared and served at the end to demonstrate how dumplings should be finished and enjoyed.
We'll finish with a shared tasting of the dumplings made during the class, enjoyed together in a relaxed and social setting.
Whether you are new to dumpling making or looking to refine your technique, The Ultimate Dumpling Making Experience is a practical, fun and confidence-building class that delivers real skills, great food and a memorable day out.
What you'll learn
  • Dumpling dough and wrapper fundamentals
  • Filling preparation and flavour balance
  • Folding and shaping techniques
  • Cooking methods including steaming, boiling and pan-frying
  • Heat control and timing for perfect results
  • Common dumpling mistakes and how to avoid them
  • How to finish and serve dumplings properly
Important Information
  • Dietary requirements can be accommodated with prior notice.
  • This class involves hands-on cooking.
  • Please arrive a few minutes early to settle in before the class begins.
What you'll get
  • Fully hands-on dumpling making class
  • Dumplings made and cooked during the session
  • Demonstration and tasting of a dipping sauce
  • All ingredients and equipment supplied
  • Shared tasting at the end of the class
  • Aprons provided
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly, no experience required!
Location

Lot 50 - 64 Main Street Yankalilla SA

Dumpling Making Class for Families location
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Fleurieu Food and Wine
Fleurieu Food and Wine

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Fleurieu Food and Wine is owned and operated by Jackie and John Mazzocato, locals with a love of all things food and wine! Jackie and John are a carefully curated pairing. John has over 40 years of experience in the wine industry, and Jackie has a passion for cooking and vast experience in recipe development and curation. With a wealth of good humour and expert knowledge, the tasting events they run are truly special, and approachable for anyone. Carefully selected pairings with layered flavours and house made accompaniments, your palates will be awakened and your tastebuds delighted!
Jackie Mazzocato – Resident Foodie
Jackie directs and creates the Fleurieu Food and Wine food events and works with the team to deliver fun and information sessions. Every since Jackie was little she has enjoyed cooking, being in the kitchen with her nanna or mother and baking. She enjoys creating her own recipes and loves how food takes you on a journey or elicits a memory. Cooking for family and friends is a favourite past-time for Jackie.
She completed her training in Food and Catering at Hospitality School before taking a different direction in life. She has now come back to sharing her love and passion for food. When her children were little she had to learn to adapt foods and recipes for different palates and to cater for numerous food allergies. She loves cooking from scratch and keeping food free of additives and preservatives.
Food can takes us on a journey that reflects the cultures and the history of the world. I like to travel the world through food and I hope you will join me!
I want my food to be approachable and to give you the confidence to create!
John Mazzocato – Resident Wino
John personally selects the wine for Fleurieu Food and Wine events. He is passionate about wine and quality in every bottle. With over 40 years in the wine industry John understands that people have different wine palates and can always recommend something to suit. He is very passionate about South Australian wines and he brings this experience to our events. He loves talking to guests about their taste in wine, the palate and food pairing that will complement what is in your glass. He works closely with Jackie to curate the wine offering. He will bring you hand selected wines to tempt your taste buds and answer all your questions about each bottle.

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