Chiang Mai Lanna Thai Cooking Class with Mae Malai Market

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Experience Details
What You’ll Experience
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Duration
6 hours
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Number of Guests
4 - 15 guests
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Language
English, Thai
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Discover the flavors of Chiang Mai with a cooking class. Visit Mae Malai market for fresh ingredients, then cook and savor meals in serene surroundings. Includes transfers and expert chefs.

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Chiang Mai with this unforgettable cooking experience! Start with a hotel pick-up and a visit to Mae Malai market, where you’ll explore fresh local ingredients and learn about Thai cuisine. Head to the serene Lanna Thai Cookery School, set in a lush organic farm, and discover fragrant herbs and vegetables. Under the guidance of expert chefs, prepare six authentic dishes, including stir-fry, soup, curry soup, appetizer, dessert, and a special menu. Conclude by savoring your creations in a peaceful countryside setting. With morning and afternoon sessions available, this experience is perfect for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups. Round-trip transfers ensure a hassle-free culinary journey into the heart of Chiang Mai’s culture.

Sample Menu

MAIN
Appetizer
Spring Roll, Papaya Salad
MAIN
Special menu
Spicy minced chicken salad, Spicy glass noodle salad
MAIN
Stir Fry
Pad Thai, Pad Kraprow, Chicken with cashew nut, Fried rice
MAIN
Soup
Hot and Creamy soup, Tom Kha Kai, Tom Sab
MAIN
Curry Soup
Khao Soi curry paste, Green curry paste, Red curry paste, Panang curry paste, Massaman curry paste
MAIN
Dessert
Mango Sticky Rice, Banana in coconut milk, Pumpkin in coconut milk

What You Get

Hotel transfer from Chiang Mai Old City
Cooking instructor – English/Thai
5 dishes (Cooking without dessert)
Non-cooking participants: 500 THB/person for Cooking without dessert.
Non-cooking participants: 600 THB/person for Cooking+Dessert.

Good To Know

  • Menu: Appetizer: Spring Roll, Papaya Salad Special menu: Spicy minced chicken salad, Spicy glass noodle salad Stir Fry: Pad Thai, Pad Kraprow, Chicken with cashew nut, Fried rice Soup: Hot and Creamy soup, Tom Kha Kai, Tom Sab Curry Soup: Khao Soi curry paste, Green curry paste, Red curry paste, Panang curry paste, Massaman curry paste Dessert: Mango Sticky Rice, Banana in coconut milk, Pumpkin in coconut milk
  • On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.
  • Guests should have a light breakfast or lunch as a large meal is provided for cooking and tasting.
  • Children aged 0-4 can join as visitors for free (but they will not cook).
  • Vegetarian and other dietary restrictions can be accommodated.
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

What You’ll Experience

Start your adventure with a convenient hotel pick-up in Chiang Mai and a scenic drive to Mae Malai market. Here, explore bustling stalls brimming with fresh herbs, vegetables and unique local ingredients Next, travel to the tranquil Lanna Thai Cookery School, nestled in a lush organic farm. Begin with a guided tour of the farm, where you’ll see a variety of fresh produce and fragrant herbs grown naturally. Learn how these ingredients are used to craft authentic Thai flavors. Then, dive into a hands-on cooking class led by expert chefs. Create six signature dishes, including stir-fry, soup, curry soup, appetizer, dessert, and a special menu. Once your dishes are ready, enjoy a delicious feast of your creations while taking in the peaceful countryside views. Choose between morning or afternoon sessions to fit your schedule. Perfect for families, couples, solo travelers, and groups, this activity offers a seamless blend of culture, learning, and relaxation. With round-trip transfers included, you’ll return to your hotel or a central location in Chiang Mai with new cooking skills, unforgettable memories, and a deeper appreciation for Thai culinary traditions.

Meeting & Pickup

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Pickup Details
Pickup is available for all hotels within the Chiang Mai Old Town area. Pick up time is between 8.00 a.m. to 8.30 a.m. for the morning session, and 3.00 p.m.- 3.30 p.m. for the evening session. The tour operator will confirm the exact pick-up time via email. Please don't forget to recheck your email. Please plan to meet the driver in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before the scheduled. You may be considered a no-show if you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after the car has moved on from your hotel.
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Meeting Point

Maetang Lanna Thai Cookery School, Amphoe Mae Taeng Chang Wat Chiang Mai, Thailand, TH, 50150

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Or, you can also get picked up from anywhere in Chiang Mai Old Town. When you arrive, you will see our easily identifiable meeting point with our welcoming staff. Please proceed to check in, kindly provide your name and booking number.
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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Please note that the time is in Indochina Time.
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Earliest available date: May 19, 2025
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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals
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