Phuket: Half Day Authentic Thai Cooking Class & Market Tour

Kata, Phuket



Experience genuine Thai culinary traditions w/our hands-on cooking class&market tour in Phuket. Explore a local market, then cook up classic Thai dishes from scratch, guided by friendly instructors.

Highlights

  • Explore vibrant local ingredients on a market tour
  • Create authentic Thai dishes in a hands-on cooking class
  • Easily recreate Thai dishes at home with an e-recipe book
  • Enjoy a fun, engaging, and memorable culinary adventure

Description

Embark on a delightful half-day authentic Thai cooking journey with Kata Thai Cooking, starting with an immersive visit to a bustling local market. This isn't just a shopping trip; it's a chance to experience the vibrant pulse of Thai daily life. Sally and Jim will guide you through the stalls, introducing you to fragrant herbs, and unique spices that are the soul of Thai cuisine. Learn how to select the freshest ingredients, understand their role in classic dishes! After soaking in the market's atmosphere, you'll be transported to our welcoming, air-conditioned kitchen. Here, at your individual cooking station, you'll dive into the hands-on fun of preparing authentic Thai dishes. Our passionate and experienced chefs will lead you step-by-step through the process, sharing traditional techniques and culinary secrets passed down through generations. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a complete beginner, you'll gain confidence and skills to recreate these incredible flavors at home. Choose from a curated menu of beloved classic Thai dishes while learning to balance the sweet, sour, salty, and spicy elements that make Thai food world-renowned. Finally, gather around with your fellow food lovers to savor the fruits of your labor – a truly authentic Thai feast prepared by you! This experience is more than just a cooking class; it's a cultural immersion that connects you deeply with the heart of Thailand through its food. Leave with a full stomach, new friends, invaluable culinary skills, and an e-recipe book to continue your Thai cooking adventure long after you return home. Choose from our 13 different cooking classes offered daily, each featuring 3 main dishes and 1 dessert: Monday Lunch: Green or Red Curry, Tom Yum or Tom Kha, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Dinner: Red or Panang Curry, Tom Yum or Tom Kha, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Tuesday Lunch: Green or Panang Curry, Vegetarian Spring Rolls, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Dinner: Red or Panang Curry, Tom Yum, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Wednesday Lunch: Green and Red Curry, Holy Basil Stir-Fry, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Dinner: Green Curry, Cashew Chicken, Spring Rolls, Mango Sticky Rice Thursday Lunch: Red or Green Curry, Tom Yum or Tom Kha, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Dinner: Green or Panang Curry, Tom Yum, Spring Rolls, Mango Sticky Rice Friday Lunch: Panang or Green Curry, Tom Yum, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Dinner: Green or Red Curry, Spring Rolls, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Saturday Lunch: Red or Green Curry, Tom Yum, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice Dinner: Green Curry, Pad Thai, Stir-fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts, Mango Sticky Rice Sunday Lunch: Red or Green Curry, Pineapple Fried Rice, Pad Thai, Mango Sticky Rice To make your experience seamless, we provide complimentary pick-up and drop-off services within Kata, Karon, Patong, and Rawai. For locations beyond these areas, a transfer surcharge will apply, based on our policy.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off (Kata, Karon, Patong, and Rawai beach area) Professional English-speaking cooking instructor All cooking ingredients and equipment Individual cooking station Recipe booklet to take home Cooking bandana Welcome drink Drinking water, coffee, and tea throughout the class 4 dishes per class (3 main dishes + 1 dessert) Market tour (Dinner cooking class only) Halal ingredients available Vegetarian and vegan options are available Dining on-site for the meal you cooked

Excludes

Hotel pickup and drop-off outside Kata, Karon, Patong, and Rawai beach areas (additional charge applies) Personal expenses Gratuities

Important Information

  • Market tour is included only in lunch cooking sessions
  • On Sunday, only a lunch cooking class is available and requires a minimum of 4 participants
  • Child ticket age: 4-8 years (shares station with parent)
  • Classes are suitable for all skill levels, from beginners to experienced cooks
  • Please advise dietary restrictions when booking
  • The menu is subject to change without prior notice
  • Extra charges for hotel transfers in areas outside Kata, Karon, Patong, and Rawai Beach areas, payable directly to the driver

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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