Chinese Chef's Knife + Workshop with Celestial Peach

Join us for a special Chinese Chef’s Knife workshop led by Jenny Lau, food writer and creator behind Celestial Peach! Together, we’ll explore the beauty, history, and everyday joy of cooking with one of China’s most iconic kitchen tools — the Chinese Chef’s Knife.

What to expect

Curious about how to get the most out of your Chinese Chef’s Knife? Jenny will guide you through the essentials — from safe handling and grip, to slicing, dicing, mincing, and smashing.

We’ll put those skills into practice as we prepare and enjoy two comforting home-style dishes together, Dongbei cold noodles and chrysanthemum tofu soup.

At Fragrant Knives, we believe that food brings people together — across tables, cultures, and generations. This workshop is our way of celebrating Chinese craft and community, and sharing the culture that inspires every knife we make. It’s a relaxed, hands-on session designed to help you feel more at home with your knife — and to celebrate the traditions and stories that make Chinese cooking so special.

Where and when

Tuesday 25 November, 6.30-8pm.

ESEA Community Centre, 12-14 Englefield Road, N1 4LS.

About Jenny

Jenny Lau is the founder of Celestial Peach, a platform dedicated to exploring Chinese food culture, identity and diaspora stories through events, writing and workshops. Known for her thoughtful approach to cultural heritage and culinary storytelling, Jenny brings warmth, insight and lived experience to the session, guiding guests through both the practical and philosophical dimensions of Chinese cooking.

How to join

Your ticket to the workshop is free when you buy a Chinese Chef’s Knife. You will receive your knife at the workshop to take home with you after the event.