Dim Sum Favorites

A hands-on in-person cooking class culminating in a dinner served with wine and beer. This class is limited to 12 students. Review our registration and cancellation policies here.

Indulge in the irresistible allure of dim sum as we embark on a culinary journey through the heart of Cantonese cuisine! In fact, dim sum translates to "a little touch of the heart," and is central to the Southern Chinese Cantonese tea house tradition. In the old days, folks would gather at the tea gardens in the evenings and enjoy these delectable morsels of little eats over tea and Chinese opera. Classic favorites like shu mai and lotus sticky rice are now being replaced with caviar, gold leaf laden dishes, and trendy dumplings for social media. Not to worry! In this class, we will focus on beloved classics, from delicate steamed dumplings to golden fried delights, just in case they disappear one day! Whether you're a dim sum aficionado or a newcomer eager to explore the flavors of this beloved tradition, this class promises to delight!

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Shu Mai Pork & Crab Dumplings

Salted Black Bean Baby Back Ribs

Pan Fried Radish Cake

Lotus Leaf Sticky Rice

Mango Pudding

This menu contains the following common allergens: Shellfish, Soy, Wheat. If you have allergies or dietary restrictions that concern your ability to cook along, please e-mail info@18reasons.org before purchasing a ticket.

Let’s Cook Together!

Linda Tay Esposito is a teaching chef whose food represents a tribute and a commitment to the authenticity of the cuisines of the Pacific Rim. For the last two decades, Linda has shared her passion and knowledge of East and Southeast Asian cuisines by teaching at many notable cooking schools in the Bay Area. An all around food professional, Linda works on placemaking projects by building equitable food systems through the intersectional lens of food, sustainability and equity. She led the development of La Cocina’s municipal marketplace as well as the food program at the Presidio Tunnel Tops. She currently works on ground floor activation initiatives at several affordable housing projects in San Francisco. Linda's specialties include Malaysian cuisine, Chinese cuisine, and various Southeast Asian cuisines. She teaches both public and private cooking classes and hosts pop-up dinners at 18 Reasons.