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Half-Day Chengdu Pickles Making Class with a Local Market Visit
5.0(3)Chengdu3–4 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(3)
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At a glance
Duration
3–4 hours
Price from
$51 / person
Location
Chengdu, China
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 15
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Chilli Cool China
Meeting point
Your guide will meet you at Liang Jia Xiang Metro Stop Exit D, Line 6 (梁家巷地铁站D口,6号线.). The morning class meeting time is 9am, afternoon class is 2pm, evening class is 5pm.
Description
During this 4 hours unique Chinese Pickles Cooking Workshop, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it with fun challenges to complete and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the following cooking class.
The class will be carried out in a traditional Sichuan style courtyard. You’ll be treated with Sichuan local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guided to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen.
Finally, you can enjoy a meal cooked from the pickles along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:00 AM and 1:30 PM
Next available
Wed, Oct 14
Adult (ages 10–75)
$51
Child (ages 3–9)
$31
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $80.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Chinese Pickles Cooking Class
Itinerary
Chilli Cool China
180 min
During this 4-5 hours unique cooking workshop, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it with fun challenges to complete and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the following cooking class. The class will be carried out in a traditional Sichuan style courtyard. You’ll be treated with Sichuan local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guided to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen. Finally, you can enjoy the dishes made by yourself along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.
What's included
Included
English speaking guide
Recipes
Snacks
Market tour
Tea/Beverages/beer
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Chengdu
Starting price $51 is close to the typical $55 for tours of similar length in Chengdu
Excurgo comparison of 778 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please wear comfortable walking shoes
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Minimum age is 3 years
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Half-Day Chengdu Pickles Making Class with a Local Market Visit lasts about 3–4 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $51 per person for this Chengdu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $80. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 1:30 PM.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 3–9 pay from $31, adults from $51.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Your guide will meet you at Liang Jia Xiang Metro Stop Exit D, Line 6 (梁家巷地铁站D口,6号线.). The morning class meeting time is 9am, afternoon class is 2pm, evening class is 5pm. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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760cw
July 3, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Immersive tour, great meal
It was great to have a conversation with Jerry as the guide as he led us around his local community. He was engaging, easy to understand, and was able to answer questions. We stopped in at local shops and the fresh food markets, before cooking (and eating) a local cuisine meal, made together with a chef in a clean kitchen with fresh ingredients. Well worth the morning out.
Operator response
Dear Guest,
Thank you for exploring the local market and Sichuan pickle making with us! We hope you enjoyed discovering unique spices and learning the art of creating authentic paocai. It was wonderful having you with us, and we'd be delighted to see you again in future workshops.
If you have any feedback or photos to share, we'd be happy to hear from you!
Best regards,
Lance
Chilli Cool Team
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790aliz_eq
December 1, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Wonderful! Successful experience worth it!
Great experience with Lance, he picked us up from our hotel then we went to visit the market where he took the time to explain each product and accompany us for our shopping.
After a tea and snack break we started the pickle course which was very interesting and we could participate and see the preparation of lunch which was delicious!
We are really happy with this experience and we even had some surprises at the end! We highly recommend this guide who was very friendly and warm who gave us full advice for our trip again thank you for everything from the bottom of our heart!
Operator response
Dear Guest,
Thank you for joining our Sichuan Pickles Experience! We hope you had a wonderful time selecting fresh ingredients at the local market and learning traditional fermentation techniques. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we'd love to see you again in future classes.
If you have any feedback or photos to share, we'd be happy to hear from you!
Happy pickling!
Lance
Chilli Cool Team
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F7754GEtiffanyn
May 26, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Pickle It!
My sis and I are big foodies and we always like to learn different ways of cooking/ food preparation. Our guide Lance first took us on a market tour and patiently answered all our questions. When I told him my brother had a knee injury, he also brought over a wheelchair which made it a lot more convenient. We enjoyed learning about the pickling process sadly we aren't locals so we weren't able to make any pickles to take home. We did get to have tea and also eat a nice wok fired meal with some of the pickled ingredients at the end of the session. We are excited to try pickling now that we returned home. check it out!
Operator response
Dear Guest,
Thank you for joining our Sichuan Pickles Experience! We hope you had a wonderful time selecting fresh ingredients at the local market and learning traditional fermentation techniques. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we'd love to see you again in future classes.
If you have any feedback or photos to share, we'd be happy to hear from you!
Happy pickling!
Lance
Chilli Cool Team
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