• Lao Sze Chuan - The Chicago Chinatown Visitor Center is thrilled to announce an exclusive collaboration with Chef Tony Hu, a distinguished Chicago restaurateur and esteemed media figure, and the founder of the renowned Lao Sze Chuan Restaurants, boasting 14 locations nationwide. This interactive cooking workshop offers more than just a culinary lesson—it provides a cultural journey. Participants are invited to engage with Chinese heritage in a welcoming, interactive environment where each dish narrates a story, and every taste is a tribute to tradition.

Includes:

1. Step-by-step cooking guidance with expert advice from Chef Tony Hu
2. A communal meal featuring the dishes participants help prepare
3. Insights into key ingredients and traditional techniques that characterize Sichuan cuisine

This workshop is ideal for:
Culinary enthusiasts and food aficionados
Tourists and first-time visitors to Chinatown
Cultural organizations and student groups
Corporate teams looking for unique team-building experiences
No prior cooking experience is necessary—just bring an appetite for learning and tasting!

• Free Chinatown Pedicab voucher (1 ride, valid for 2025 season)
• Professional photo from the event
• Opportunity on ‘Chinatown Cooking Heroes’ wall of fame
• Exclusive discounts on future workshops by Chef Tony Hu or guest celebrity chefs
• Special gift from the Chinatown Visitor Center
• VIP status at Lao Sze Chuan restaurants and partner beverage shops
• Meals

• Gratuities

• Chef’s Special Dry Chili Chicken - A signature creation from Chef Tony Hu, this dish is the star of numerous TV shows and interviews, including NBC, ABC, FOX, CCTV, and WGN.
• Lemon Crispy Shrimp - Featured at 2025 ACF by Chef Tony Hu: Crispy fried shrimp in a zesty lemon sauce—light, tangy, and irresistibly refreshing.

Join our exclusive cooking workshop series in partnership with renowned celebrity chef Tony Hu. In the first session, participants will learn to create two of his signature dishes—Chef’s Special Dry Chili Chicken and Crispy Lemon Shrimp.

Chef Tony Hu, featured on numerous TV shows and interviews such as NBC, ABC, FOX, and WGN, is the founder of the iconic Lao Sze Chuan Restaurants, boasting 14 locations nationwide. This interactive cooking workshop offers more than just culinary skills—it’s a cultural journey. Participants are invited to connect with Chinese heritage in a welcoming, interactive environment where each dish narrates a story, and every bite celebrates tradition.

A minimum of 4 participants is required for this experience. If the minimum is not met, the tour may be canceled, and a full refund will be provided.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.