Immerse yourself in the local culture of Beijing with a private home dining experience. Learn to cook traditional dishes, explore the market, and connect with a local family.
Immerse yourself in the local culture of Beijing with a private home dining experience. Learn to cook traditional dishes, explore the market, and connect with a local family.
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Beijing - 9:00 Your private driver will greet you in the hotel lobby in the morning.
9:30-10:00 Before visiting the local family, your hostess will guide you through the nearby wet market.
10:30-12:30 Upon arriving at the local family’s home, you will begin preparing your own Hotpot. Family hot pot meals are a fun, collaborative experience! Some…
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Beijing - 9:00 Your private driver will greet you in the hotel lobby in the morning.
9:30-10:00 Before visiting the local family, your hostess will guide you through the nearby wet market.
10:30-12:30 Upon arriving at the local family’s home, you will begin preparing your own Hotpot. Family hot pot meals are a fun, collaborative experience! Some will clean, others will cut, and someone will prepare the garlic and dipping sauce. Then, everyone gathers around the table to enjoy the delicious hot pot, made with everyone’s contributions!
Hotpot isn’t the only dish on the menu for lunch; you’ll also learn to cook two more delightful dishes to enhance the meal with local flavors (Kung Pao Chicken and Sweet and Sour Pork or scrambled egg with tomato; Sauteed soy sauce cabbage or green bean pork).
13:00-14:00 Engaging topics are always discussed at the table. While sipping tea, the hostess will share her personal experiences and would be delighted to hear your stories as well.
Please make your preferred choice upon booking, and ensure you inform us of any food allergies or special dietary requests in advance.
- Air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver
- English-speaking tour guide service fee
- Lunch or Dinner
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- All the Drinks
- Gas, toll & parking lot fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle with a private driver
- English-speaking tour guide service fee
- Lunch or Dinner
- Snacks
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic beverages
- All the Drinks
- Gas, toll & parking lot fees
- Gratuity to the guide and driver (for good service)
- Gratuity to the guide and driver (for good service)
Welcome to Catherine’s home! Here, you will become part of her family and experience the warm hospitality of the local people right from the beginning. The market is always a fascinating place to observe the daily lives of locals. Catherine will introduce you to traditional pastries, local seasonings, health teas, and infusions, explaining their…
Welcome to Catherine’s home! Here, you will become part of her family and experience the warm hospitality of the local people right from the beginning. The market is always a fascinating place to observe the daily lives of locals. Catherine will introduce you to traditional pastries, local seasonings, health teas, and infusions, explaining their benefits. You will also learn how to prepare homemade hotpot and two other delicious local dishes for lunch, guided by the hostess. During this enjoyable visit with a local family, you will have the chance to communicate with their children in English, Chinese, or even through body language! This is truly a wonderful cultural dining experience to enjoy during your stay in Beijing.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant (1-3 years old) are free providing they do not occupy a seat
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Pls inform us your food allergy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
