Thailand · COOKING CLASSES
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Come home able to make it properly. The best classes start in a wet market or out on the farm, so you handle the galangal and the makrut lime before either goes in the pan, and you pound your own curry paste instead of opening a tub. Below are the best cooking classes in the country, with class sizes, what you cook, and how much of it you will be expected to eat.
Organic farm Thai cooking in Chiang Mai with market visit, garden herbs, and hands-on curry paste, curry, soup, and spring rolls. Pickup included.
“So fun! One of the best meals we have had in Thailand. Guide was fantastic, the night was very well paced. Don’t eat all day as it is a lot of food!”
Chiang Mai cooking class with a local market and Thai herb garden. Make curry paste from scratch, cook Thai dishes, dine outdoors.
“Our guide Flook was very funny and helpful and made the experience very enjoyable. The food was great!!!”
Market-to-farm Thai cooking in Chiang Mai: chicken and eggs, mushroom picking, curry paste from scratch, and Khao Soi, from $34.
“My day trip was so much fun and insightful! I love the culinary arts, so exploring Thailand through a cooking class was a MUST for me. This class certainly delivered! The transportation arrived at my hotel promptly and the ride was smooth. The class is in a beautiful outdoor kitchen. Our instructor Bryan was so knowledgeable and personable as he guided us through every step. I’m definitely glad I didn’t eat before the class because you certainly make a decent amount of food!”
Hands-on Thai and Akha cooking in Chiang Mai with hotel pickup, optional market shopping, and a full-color cookbook for $42.
“I am glad we decided to do the morning session, as Niti, our cooking teacher first took us to the morning fresh market, we got to see and learn about the fresh ingredients of Thai cooking. The class itself was really fun and interactive, Niti gave good tips and instructions.”
Handson Thai cooking in Phuket with hotel pickup, curry paste from scratch, and a market visit plus fruit tasting option. Small group, 3 hours.
“Gigi, VJ and team were fabulous hosts Explaining clearly all the steps, what we could substitute at home if we couldn’t find authentic fresh ingredients. Everything was so smooth - hotel pick up/drop off and cooking experience. Definitely do Read more”
Bangkok hands-on Thai cooking class with a morning market ingredient run or mango carving, small-group help, and 4 dishes plus mango sticky rice.
“Excellent, friendly (and funny) guide. Cooking school environment petfect.”
Walk Chiang Mai’s market for Thai herbs, cook your own menu with a master chef at Daddy’s Kitchen, and take home a PDF recipe book.
“Our guide wave made it so enjoyable! She was so knowledgable about all the ingredients and made it super fun. All the ingredients and appliances were high quality. Nice small groups. Food was amazing and I liked the fact that you could pick your own menu!”
Bangkok cooking class with a market walk and four dishes made from scratch, including Tom Yum, Pad Thai, curry paste and mango sticky rice.
“The cooking class exceeded my expectations. Our guide was very nice, funny and explained everything in detail. You get to go around the day market and the guide explains what some of the ingredients are. Once at the cooking school, everything is so well organized and you get to make 4 meals. They all taste incredible and when I’m back, I’ll definitely be booking again.”
Shop a local Chiang Mai market and walk an organic farm, then cook several Thai dishes from scratch in a small class with a cookbook.
“I loved the entire experience, from the market place visit, to the organic garden tour, to the preparation, and then the eating!”
Small-group Thai cooking in Bangkok with a tuk-tuk market tour. Cook 4 dishes, get clear English instruction, and take recipes home.
“The food we made was amazing and everything was prepared very well. Thai cooking made easy for everyone! We got the recipes with us so will definitely make this food again. Thanks for the great class!”
Full-day Thai cooking at Smile Organic Farm in Chiang Mai, with a market stop, hotel pickup, vegan options, and 8 dishes to cook.
“If you’re really enjoying the yummy food of Thailand, this course is a great jumpstart to learn how to make authentic recipes at home. With Natalie’s great coaching, I now feel comfortable to work with a wok, make curries, and start turninRead more”
Hands-on Thai cooking in Phuket with hotel pickup, a fun small-group vibe, optional market tour, and recipes you can cook at home.
“Great experience. Chef Jim was amazing and hilarious. The food was delicious and well worth doing if you’re in Phuket!”
Hands-on Thai cooking at The Rice Barn in Chiang Mai: market tour, A/C pickup, English instruction, and recipe e-book for $28.
“What a great value and amazing time. I highly recommend this farm and cooking class. Katie and Gabbi were awesome guides and teachers. They created a fun group environment and the facility was clean and orderly. You’ll learn to make delicious food and get a class in the culture and history of Thai food, while getting to enjoy all the delicious meals as you do. I attended as a solo traveler and made friends very quickly but everything is cooked individually if you’re looking for a more reserved to yourself experience. I would certainly book again.”
Thai cooking class in Khao Lak with market shopping, curry paste from scratch, and a bamboo-garden lesson with chef Wandee, pickup included.
“Highly accomplished teacher who has worked in Finland, NZ and a judge on a cooking show. Shopping for food in market was very educational and enjoyable to”
Asok market mornings, mango carving afternoons or evenings, then a hands-on Thai cooking class with curry paste from scratch and lunch.
“What a fantastic experience! Our chef, April, was really lovely. She explained e few essential ingredients at the market. After we left for the cooking school with Tuk-Tuk‘s. At the school she explained every dish and every ingredient very detailed. The atmosphere was lovely and we could ask all questions. Head‘s up, don‘t eat breakfast before! You‘re endind up with 3 dishes and a desert. Overall really lovely experience!”
