Master Chef Classes in Washington, DC

A red plate with eleven steamed dumplings garnished with black pepper.

Making Asian Dumplings at Home

Khinkali, potstickers, gyoza, shumai, and wontons - the world of Asian dumplings is rich and versatile. In this class you will learn how to make the most popular varieties of Asian dumplings for frying, steaming, and soups. You will learn the dough making process, how to make different kinds of filling, the most versatile dumpling pleating techniques, and how to make different dipping sauces.

This hands-on class is limited to 4 people. Young chefs are welcome!

This class is available upon request, send us a message here. For currently scheduled classes, see schedule below.

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Five cooked dumplings, some with a golden-brown bottom, on a blue plate.

All photos are by FoodFirst Culinary School of the food cooked on premises. Photos above are khinkali (Georgian dumplings), potstickers, and shumai.

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