Half Day Guided Thai Cooking Class in Chiang Mai

About this tour

Learn to cook four classic Thai dishes at Baan Thai Cookery School in Chiang Mai over 4.5 hours. Small groups of up to eight people work hands-on in an air-conditioned kitchen, guided by English-speaking instructors. The school sources organic produce from its own farm and nearby suppliers, and tailors recipes to accommodate vegetarians, allergies, and spice preferences. You'll prepare, cook, and eat what you make.

Highlights

• Cook four Thai dishes from scratch, hands-on
• Groups capped at eight for personal attention
• Organic ingredients from school's farm
• Spice levels and dietary needs customised
• Air-conditioned kitchen and dining room
• English-fluent instruction throughout
• Coffee, tea, water, and snacks included

What to expect

You'll arrive at the school and spend the first part of the morning in the kitchen learning knife skills and flavour principles. Your instructor walks you through preparing each dish—typically a curry paste, a stir-fry, a soup, and a dessert or salad—explaining techniques as you work. You taste ingredients as you go and adjust seasoning to your liking. After cooking, you move to the dining room to eat the meals you've prepared, with tea or coffee on hand. The pace is relaxed; there's time to ask questions and watch demonstrations if you prefer.

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