Destinations: Chengdu
A delicious journey into Sichuan cuisine culture, this tour teaches students about Chinese culinary art, regional food traditions, and the connection between food and local culture. Students will learn to cook classic Sichuan dishes, visit food markets, and understand the philosophy of Chinese food.
Best Season: All seasons (indoor cooking workshops; year-round food availability)
Entry City: Chengdu (direct international flights; connecting via Guangzhou/Shenzhen)
Day 1: Arrival & Sichuan Food Overview
Morning: Arrive in Chengdu; transfer to hotel. Welcome briefing: introduction to Sichuan cuisine (flavors, ingredients, history).
Afternoon: Visit Chengdu Food Market – learn about local ingredients (Sichuan pepper, chili, fermented tofu) with a chef guide.
Evening: Group dinner at a famous Sichuan restaurant – taste classic dishes (mapo tofu, kung pao chicken) with mild options.
Day 2: Traditional Sichuan Snacks Workshop
Morning: Visit "Zhong Dumplings" or "Long Chao Shou" snack restaurant – learn about the history of Sichuan snacks from culinary experts.
Afternoon: Hands-on snack making – learn to make dumplings, sweet noodles, and egg cakes under the guidance of chefs.
Evening: Explore Chengdu Night Market – taste street food (stinky tofu, grilled squid) with guides’ recommendations.
Day 3: Sichuan Cuisine Cooking Master Class
Morning: Professional cooking school – learn about Sichuan cuisine cooking techniques (stir-frying, braising) and flavor balancing.
Afternoon: Cook three classic Sichuan dishes with chef instruction; taste and evaluate each other's works.
Evening: "Student Chef Dinner" – enjoy the dishes prepared by the group; award "Best Chef" certificates.
Day 4: Food Culture & Departure
Morning: Visit Sichuan Cuisine Museum – learn about the evolution of Sichuan cuisine, see ancient cooking utensils.
Afternoon: Food culture quiz; transfer to Chengdu Airport.
Evening: Departure arrangements.
