Washington, D.C.
Chef Li
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With a solid background in the culinary industry, Chef Li's cooking expertise has taken her around the world. While previously living in Singapore, Chef Li led private and corporate events as a culinary instructor. Now, back in the U.S., she looks forward to sharing her authentic, international cooking styles and techniques. Chef Li prides herself on her ability to make Chinese and Southeast Asian cuisine simple and fun to cook!
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Cooking Classes WITH Chef Li
CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Learn time-honored techniques for preparing authentic dumplings and more. In this cooking class with Chef Li, you'll learn how to make Xiao long bao, a type of steamed bun typically filled with pork and a solid broth. The broth melts when cooked, creating a deliciously juicy filling.
Start by kneading and slicing...
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McLean
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CHEF’S PLACE OR YOUR PLACE
$119
Cooking Class
$119
Experience the rich flavors and textures of Sichuan cooking in this exciting class. China has a variety of regional cuisines, and in this cooking class, you'll explore one of the most popular: Sichuan cuisine. Known for its bold flavors and the famous Sichuan peppercorn, this cuisine is a masterful blend of...
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McLean
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Team Building Activities WITH Chef Li
CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Crafting Soup Dumplings From China Together
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Learn to make authentic Chinese soup dumplings together with your colleagues or friends. Discover the art of making Chinese soup dumplings in this interactive team-building activity with Chef Li. Your team will learn how to prepare xiao long bao, the beloved dim sum dish known for its delicate dough and flavorful...
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Washington DC (Northeast)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Flavors of Regional Chinese Cuisine
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Explore various tasty Chinese dishes with your team. Embark on a culinary journey through China with Chef Li as you and your team explore the bold flavors and time-honored techniques of regional Chinese cuisine in this flavor-packed team building activity. This interactive team-bonding lesson showcases authentic...
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Washington DC (Northeast)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Traditional Fare From Thailand
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
Learn the art of Thai cuisine with hands-on guidance from five-star chef. Join this engaging team-building activity with Chef Li and discover the secrets of authentic Thai cooking. Drawing from years of experience across Southeast Asia, Chef Li will share the history and flavors behind each dish as you cook.
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Washington DC (Northeast)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Culinary Challenge With Mystery Box
$159
Team Building Activity
$159
ompete with your team in a thrilling culinary showdown. Unleash your creativity and teamwork in this mystery cooking competition led by Chef Li. In this exciting team-building event, teams will collaborate to craft a multi-course meal using surprise ingredients, putting their culinary skills to the test.
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Washington DC (Northeast)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Regional Chinese Cuisine
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Take a culinary trip around China with your colleagues and create diverse cuisine together. Learn the traditional cooking techniques and flavors of different Chinese regions in this engaging team building cooking class. Chef Li will take you on a culinary tour that includes unique ingredients and cooking styles.
To...
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Washington D.C (Northeast Washington)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Authentic Chinese Soup Dumplings
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Uncover the secrets to making classic Chinese soup dumplings alongside your team. In this hands-on team building activity, Chef Li will teach your group how to prepare Chinese soup dumplings or xiao long bao. You'll learn the secrets to enclosing the soup in the dumplings to make this popular dim sum dish.
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Washington D.C (Northeast Washington)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Authentic Thai Meal
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Learn to make these delicious and authentic Thai creations. This team-building activity with Chef Li offers a unique opportunity to cook a classic Thai meal in the most authentic way. As you cook, Chef Li will share stories about the origins of the ingredients, drawing from her many years of living and traveling in...
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Washington D.C (Northeast Washington)
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CHEF’S PLACE
Team Building Activity
Mystery Cooking Competition
$155
Team Building Activity
$155
Engage in some friendly team contest with your colleagues. Bring out your competitive side and your culinary creativity in this hands-on team building activity. Led by Chef Li, you'll break into smaller teams to make a meal using mystery ingredients as each team will craft a course of the menu.
You'll work with...
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Washington D.C (Northeast Washington)
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Online Cooking Classes WITH Chef Li
Fully Interactive
Cantonese Pan-Fried Noodles
$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Join Chef Li and transform your kitchen into an authentic Cantonese dim sum restaurant. During this live and interactive online cooking class with Chef Li, you'll learn how to prepare two authentic Cantonese dishes right in your own kitchen. It's a perfect way to explore traditional Chinese cuisine from home.
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Hosted Online
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Fully Interactive
Classic Chinese Soup Dumplings
$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Skip takeout and make savory Chinese soup dumplings from scratch in your own kitchen. Classic soup dumplings are a beloved dim sum dish in China and beyond, and in this online cooking class with Chef Li, you'll discover the secrets to making them yourself at home. This hands-on class offers the opportunity to perfect...
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Hosted Online
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Fully Interactive
Colorful Chinese Dumplings
$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Learn how to craft traditional Chinese dumplings from scratch with Chef Li. During this live and interactive online cooking class with Chef Li, you will learn how to prepare colorful Chinese dumplings — or "jiaozi" in Mandarin — that are said to symbolize good luck and prosperity for the year ahead. This class...
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Chef Li
Hosted Online
Fully Interactive
Dim Sum Brunch
$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Munch your way through a gourmet brunch with flavorful morsels of dim sum. In this live online cooking class, you'll learn how to build your own dim sum brunch at home. Dim sum, a traditional meal of bite-sized morsels, is a leisurely way to brunch that can easily stretch into the afternoon.
Begin by making char...
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Chef Li
Hosted Online
Fully Interactive
Traditional Sichuan Fare
$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Learn the skills and secrets of traditional Sichuan cooking from a professional chef. In this interactive and live online cooking class, you'll discover the complex flavors of Sichuan cuisine as Chef Li guides you through a variety of authentic recipes. This class offers a great opportunity to explore bold, spicy...
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Chef Li
Hosted Online
Fully Interactive
Nine Ways to Fold Chinese Dumplings
$39/Person
Online Cooking Class
$39/Person
Learn how to fold Chinese dumplings nine ways with Chef Li. During this live online cooking class with Chef Li, perfect for celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, you will learn how to make Chinese dumplings from scratch. Chef Li will guide you through the process, starting with the simple dumpling...
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Chef Li
Hosted Online
REVIEWS
Chef Li's Overall Rating
Based on 195 reviews
Reviews guests left for Chef Li
Elizabeth
02/15/25
The experience was great and I learned a lot. I do wish we had had some written recipes that we could bring home.
02/15/25
Sarah
02/08/25
We had a great time and learned several new cooking techniques. Highly recommend!
02/08/25
Peter
01/28/25
Awesome experience! Chef Li was a great host and teacher. The food was delicious. She explained each ingredient and step of the cooking process which was a great bonus.
01/28/25
Covid-19 Precautions
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Social Distancing Friendly
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