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skA8508OXOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor
Come hungry 😋
Come hungry, the food is absolutely delicious. A wonderful guide.
Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class in Bangkok: 4 Authentic Dishes
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Why Choose This Experience
Hands-on cooking — everyone cooks their own dishes
Cozy small-group experience with personal guidance
Authentic Thai recipes taught by a local host
Beginner-friendly and easy to follow
Cook and enjoy your homemade meal together
Local, non-touristy neighborhood near Wat Paknam
Optional visit to the Giant Buddha at Wat Paknam
Vegetarian and dietary options available
Lunch
Thai cooking class 4 courses
Photos from your experience
All fresh ingredients
Hands-on cooking experience with a local Thai chef
Bottled water
Recipe booklet (PDF)
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Join Chef Joy and the Mahanakorn family for an authentic hands-on Thai cooking experience in Bangkok. In a small-group setting, you'll learn how to prepare traditional Thai dishes from scratch using fresh local ingredients, herbs, and authentic cooking techniques.
Your class begins with an introduction to essential Thai ingredients before you cook and enjoy a selection of classic Thai dishes under the guidance of your instructor. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced home cook, you'll gain practical skills and recipes that you can recreate at home.
Unlike large commercial cooking schools, this family-run experience offers personal attention, a relaxed atmosphere, and a genuine connection to Thai food and culture.
Conveniently located in a local Bangkok neighborhood, our cooking school is easily accessible by public transportation and close to several cultural attractions, including Wat Paknam and its famous Giant Buddha.
Perfect for food lovers, families, couples, and travelers seeking an authentic local experience beyond Bangkok's typical tourist attractions.
STARTER
Tom Yum Goong
Tom Yum Goong is a spicy Thai shrimp soup, featuring lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, and chilies, delivering bold, tangy flavors in every spoonful.
MAIN
Phad Thai Goong
Pad Thai Goong is a must-try Thai classic! Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, tamarind, peanuts, and fresh herbs create an unforgettable dish.
MAIN
Chicken Green Curry
Is a must-try! You’ll create your own chili paste, blending fresh herbs and spices to simmer with tender chicken in creamy coconut milk.
DESSERT
Seasonal Thai dessert
Delight in our seasonal Thai dessert, crafted with the finest ingredients. We promise to treat your taste buds to a sweet experience you won't forget!
Meeting Point
Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class, Soi Ratchamongkhon Prasat 5, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon, Thailand, TH, 10160
Open in Google MapsMeeting Instructions:
Meet at our studio near Wat Pak Nam (2 min walk). Entrance:
Ratchamonkol Prasat Alley 5 opposite Charoensri Market (turn right inside),
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Small alley opposit of 7-Eleven at the temple entrance (turn left).
Look for "Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class" sign. Google Maps
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This experience ends at the meeting point.
Free cancellation
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No refund within 1 day of the experience or no-shows.
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656ailsapOctober 2026 • TripAdvisor
Fantastic hidden gem cooking school
A really great hidden gem experience that was a definite highlight of our Bangkok visit for us. Joyce and her husband were fantastic - we did it with 3 teenagers who loved it and they adjusted the menu to their needs. Also right by the big Buddha which was a bonus.
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Response from ViatorOctober 30, 2026
Dear Ailsa P, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re thrilled that our little cooking school was a hidden gem and a highlight of your family’s visit to Bangkok. It was a pleasure welcoming you and your three teenagers! Joyce and I are especially happy that everyone enjoyed cooking together and that we could adjust the menu to suit your family’s preferences. We’re also glad you had the chance to enjoy the nearby Wat Paknam Big Buddha. Thank you for spending part of your Bangkok adventure with our family! Warm regards, Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class team,
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Navigator38743527639October 2026 • TripAdvisor
Excellent experience learning how to cook Thai food
We had a welcoming experience with Joyce at her cooking class. We made four wonderful dishes as she explained each step and showed us all the ingredients and what to do along the way. We met another lovely family and enjoyed learning about each other while cooking side by side. We highly recommend this class to anyone looking for a fun, informative cooking experience. Joyce couldn't have been friendlier or more accommodating. The location is in a very residential area and is close to the bigges...read more
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Response from ViatorOctober 30, 2026
Dear Navigator38743527639, Thank you so much for your lovely review and recommendation! We’re delighted that you enjoyed cooking all four Thai dishes with Joyce and sharing the experience with another family. We especially love hearing that the friendly atmosphere made your class even more memorable. Thank you also for highlighting our local Thonburi neighborhood and nearby Wat Paknam Big Buddha — a wonderful place to explore while visiting us! It was a pleasure welcoming you, and we hope you’ll enjoy recreating the dishes at home! Warm regards, Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class team,
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jgbloomfield21October 2026 • TripAdvisor
A five star cooking school experience.
A wonderful experience. Joyce is a great teacher and the food was delicious! I recommend this to anyone coming to Bangkok who is interested in learning how to cook authentic Thai food.
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Response from ViatorOctober 28, 2026
Dear jgbloomfield21, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed learning to cook authentic Thai dishes with Joyce and, of course, enjoyed the food you made. It was a pleasure having you join our cooking class in Bangkok. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope you’ll enjoy recreating some Thai flavors back home in Sydney! Warm regards, Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class team,
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matthiasr450October 2026 • TripAdvisor
Excellent
Excellent experience, I recommend it I am leaving with beautiful memories and good recipes to test at home
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Response from ViatorOctober 27, 2026
Dear Matthias R, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and recommendation! We’re very happy that you left with beautiful memories and Thai recipes to enjoy again at home. It was a pleasure cooking with you, and we hope those dishes bring back happy memories of your time with Joyce in Bangkok! Warm regards, Mahanakorn Thai Cooking Class team,
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