Private Dining & Culinary Experiences

Inspired by Northern China

Discover the food culture of Beijing and Northern China through Tea & Oranges experiences.

Intimate workshops, supper clubs and bespoke tours.

Through storytelling, shared meals and traditional cooking techniques, explore the traditions, flavours and history of one of China's most fascinating yet often overlooked culinary regions.

WORKSHOPS

Supper clubs that weave Northern China’s stories, traditions and regional flavours into curated, multi-course dining experiences


Around a Shared Table

A private and personal experience.
Hosted in a welcoming Beijing home, workshops are limited to small groups, creating an atmosphere that feels more like gathering with friends than attending a class.

Hands-On Cooking

Master the dishes that define Beijing and Northern China.
Learn traditional techniques as you make everything from handmade dumplings and baozi to regional specialities, guided step-by-step in a relaxed, interactive setting.

Tailored to You

Designed around your interests.
Choose from Tea & Oranges' signature workshops or create a bespoke experience for your group, whether you're celebrating a special occasion, hosting visitors or bringing a team together.

Connect with Tradition

Every dish has a story.
Explore the history, traditions and everyday culture behind Northern China's most beloved foods through storytelling, conversation and shared meals.

SUPPER CLUBS

Supper clubs that weave Northern China’s stories, traditions and regional flavours through curated, multi-course dining experiences.


A Journey Through the North

A tasting of regions and traditions.
A structured dining experience introducing key flavours, ingredients and dishes from across Northern China, showing how geography and history shape what is eaten.

Menus with a Story

Northern China on the table.
Curated multi-course dining experiences built around a central theme, where each dish reveals a different layer of culture, memory and regional identity.

Private Gatherings

Designed for your occasion.
Small-scale supper clubs that can be shaped around private groups, special events or visiting guests, with menus and themes adapted to your needs.

Relaxed, Social Dining

Shared food, shared table.
Informal gatherings inspired by home cooking and everyday hospitality, designed to feel warm, generous and conversational.

PRIVATE TOURS

Curated food adventures for serious eaters, showcasing the dishes, restaurants and traditions that define Beijing's culinary identity.


Beyond the Guidebooks

Experience the city through its food.
Skip the tourist checklist and explore the markets, restaurants and local specialities that reveal how Beijingers really eat, gather and celebrate.

Beijing Through Local Eyes

A decade of eating, exploring and researching the city.
Discover Beijing's food culture with Sean. He has spent years uncovering everything from legendary institutions and hidden neighbourhood favourites to the stories behind the dishes themselves.

For Serious Food Fanatics

Designed for your occasion.
Small-scale supper clubs that can be shaped around private groups, special events or visiting guests, with menus and themes adapted to your needs.

For You, Not Others

Designed around your interests.
Whether you're searching for the city's best dumplings, historic Muslim eateries or a deep dive into hutong food culture, every tour is tailored to your tastes, curiosity and appetite.

  • "What I love most is the flexibility. I can go at my own pace, revisit lessons, and keep learning whenever it works for me."

    Former Customer

  • "Even as a total beginner, I never felt lost. The step-by-step structure and encouragement along the way made all the difference."

    Former Customer

  • "This has been such a worthwhile investment in myself."

    Former Customer

How It Works
  • Browse our upcoming events to find the one that feels right for you. We host events year-round in all different locations and climates.

  • Sign up and pay all required fees to reserve your spot. If plans change, you can cancel up to 14 days before the retreat start to receive a 50% refund.

  • After booking, we'll send you a Welcome Packet with everything you need to know—detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, add-ons to consider, and more.

  • We'd recommend booking your transportation to and from the event as soon as possible, to ensure you can arrive without any complications or delays.

  • Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and get excited for your new adventure.