Phuket: Authentic Thai Cooking Class

Mueang Phuket District, Phuket



Take part in a hands-on Thai cooking class with chefs and learn how to make traditional dishes in a beautifully located Phuket school. Enjoy a market visit and savor your delicious meal afterward.

Highlights

  • Learn Thailand's most famous foods
  • Enjoy the view from our lakeside school
  • Enjoy a market tour for every class
  • Select 4 dishes that you want to try
  • Take home access to our digital recipes to recreate the dishes later

Description

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with an immersive Phuket cooking class at the Phuket Thai Cooking Academy. Perfect for beginners and experienced cooks alike, this hands-on Thai cooking course in Phuket lets you explore authentic Thai cuisine from start to finish while enjoying a scenic, air-conditioned kitchen just minutes from Patong Beach. Your experience begins with convenient hotel pickup and transfer to a bustling local market. Accompanied by your friendly English-speaking chef, you’ll learn how to select the freshest Thai ingredients, including herbs, spices, vegetables, and proteins. Your chef will explain the names, flavors, and uses of each ingredient, giving you insight into what makes Thai cuisine so unique and aromatic. After the market tour, head to the Phuket Thai Cooking Academy. Enjoy a refreshing welcome drink and a short introduction to the day’s recipes. Each guest has their own cooking station with all ingredients and equipment provided. Your chef will first demonstrate each technique step-by-step, including knife skills, stir-frying, curry preparation, and proper seasoning, before you begin cooking your selected dishes. Guests choose from over 16 authentic Thai recipes, creating a personalized experience. Learn to cook favorites like Pad Thai, Tom Yum Goong, green curry, papaya salad, fried rice noodles, and delicious desserts such as mango with sticky rice or deep-fried bananas. The friendly instructors provide guidance throughout, making it easy to follow along and enjoy the hands-on process. As you cook, taste and adjust the flavors to your liking. Once your dishes are complete, sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve prepared, sharing your creations with fellow participants. At the end of the class, receive access to our digital recipes so you can recreate your favorite Thai dishes at home. This Phuket cooking class is not only a culinary adventure but also a cultural experience — you’ll learn about Thai ingredients, cooking techniques, and dining traditions in a fun, interactive environment. The class concludes with transfer back to your hotel, leaving you with new skills, lasting memories, and a deeper appreciation for Thai cuisine.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off for much of Phuket Instructor Market tour Tea or coffee All ingredients and equipment needed Certificate of achievement Fruit carving or coconut milk preparation

Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off outside Patong, Kathu, and Phuket Town for groups of 1–2 guests (400 THB per person)

Important Information

  • We offer free round-trip transportation for all guests staying in Patong, Kathu, and Phuket Town
  • For guests staying outside these areas:
  • Groups of 3 or more guests: Free pickup and drop-off
  • 1–2 guests: Transportation is available for an additional 400 THB per person
  • Please let us know your hotel location when booking so we can confirm your transportation arrangements

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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