Merrymeeting Community & Adult Education

Discover the delicious art and rich traditions of Chinese Mooncakes in this immersive, hands on cooking class! Perfect for celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival or exploring unique culinary creations, you'll learn to make these iconic pastries entirely from scratch, mastering both classic styles and exciting modern interpretations with a local twist. We'll create dough from scratch for two distinct types: the traditional Cantonese-style wheat dough for baking and the modern, chewy snowskin dough made from glutinous rice flour. You'll also craft two contrasting fillings from scratch: classic traditional sweetened red bean paste and a unique modern fusion filling inspired by Maine's Needham candy (coconut-chocolate!). As we mix, shape, and mold our creations using traditional presses, we'll also explore the fascinating history of the Mooncake and share the legendary story of the Moon Goddess, Chang'e. You'll leave with a batch of beautiful traditional baked and delicate snowskin mooncakes you've made, plus the tested recipes, skills, and cultural knowledge to make them at home. Tasting included! All ingredients and specialized equipment provided.