City: Hangzhou
Hangzhou cuisine is one of the most important branches of delicate Jiangnan food culture, famous for fresh, light flavours using local seasonal ingredients. Leisure visitors can join a hands-on cooking class in a professional kitchen. Under the guidance of local chefs, guests learn to cook representative Hangzhou dishes, such as West Lake Vinegar Fish, Dongpo Pork and Longjing Shrimp. After cooking, the group can taste the dishes they prepared together. The programme also includes a local street food tour in historic old streets, where travellers try traditional snacks including osmanthus cakes, rice jelly and rice cakes.
For student groups, this food experience can be designed as a cultural study activity. Students explore how local geography, climate and agricultural products shape Jiangnan food customs. They learn the history behind classic Hangzhou dishes and the stories of famous ancient food culture. The food tour helps students understand the close connection between food, local life and regional culture in southern China.
PandaStudyTour arranges professional cooking venues, local chefs and bilingual food guides. We provide vegetarian options and accommodate different dietary restrictions, perfect for food lovers and cultural study groups alike.
