Learn to make, fold, steam and deep-fry two styles of Asian dumplings in a hands-on class near Times Square. In two hours you’ll build knife skills, master dough and leave with recipes and dinner-ready dumplings.
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You step into a sunlit breakfast room a few blocks west of Herald Square, counters laid out like small stations and the scent of sesame oil already hanging in the air. The city’s pulse is audible through the windows—busses, distant horns—while inside the rhythm is tactile: dough being kneaded, fillings being seasoned, edges pinched into familiar crescents and pleats.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light activity; participants should be able to stand and work at a counter for the session.
Wildlife
History
Dumplings arrived in New York with waves of immigrants; Chinatown kitchens and pan-Asian eateries adapted recipes, creating regional hybrids you'll find across the city.
Conservation
Choose classes that minimize single-use plastics and ask if the venue composts food scraps; reducing food waste and sourcing seasonal produce helps lower the event’s footprint.
Reserve your spot on the Asian Dumplings in New York City today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Arrive 10–15 minutes early
Give yourself time to check in at the Fairfield Inn breakfast room and settle into a station before the demo begins.
Wear closed-toe shoes
You’ll be standing and working around hot steamers and oil—closed-toe shoes protect your feet.
Flag allergies when booking
The class prepares meat and vegan fillings—note dietary restrictions in the booking questions to ensure accommodations.
Bring a reusable container
If you want to take leftovers, a small airtight container will make packing dumplings easy and reduce waste.
Closed-toe shoes
Protects feet from spills and keeps you comfortable standing during the class.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated while you cook and sample is helpful—water is often not continuously provided.
Phone or camera
For step-by-step photos of folding techniques and to document recipes to recreate at home.
Small airtight container
Useful for taking extra dumplings home and minimizing food waste.