Laos Cooking Class in Luang Prabang

Name: Laos Cooking Class in Luang Prabang
Price: 58 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.38 (8 reviews)

Overview

Available languages

English

4 hours

Mobile ticket

Visit the local market place, in the morning, with your English-speaking guide. Take part in a demonstration of Lao cooking techniques. Create and enjoy a traditional Laotian meal.

Additional Info

Tour is not available on April 13th-16th (Laos New Year)

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Your day begins by meeting our instructor at the meeting point and if you opt for the morning tour, you'll have the chance to visit the local market. Here, you'll explore and gain insights into the local Lao ingredients. You can even select your own ingredients for the dishes you'll be preparing. Upon returning to the restaurant, you'll receive instructions on crafting a variety of local dishes, enough to compose a full meal. Your culinary repertoire will encompass the art of making Lao spicy dipping sauces, Mok Pa, Lemongrass stuffed with chicken and herbs, Laap, and more. With the attentive guidance of your instructor and your personal recipe book, you'll craft these delectable creations. Not only will you have the opportunity to savor the dishes you've prepared, but you'll also receive a recipe book to take home, allowing you to continue concocting these delightful dishes on your own.

Sample Menu

starter

Seasonal vegetable soup

main

Mok pa (fish filets seasoned in chili paste with lemon grass)

main

Lemongrass chicken or pork

What‘s Included

Meal

Cooking class & ingredients

Personal expenses

Gratuities

Options

Morning cooking class

Duration: 5 hours

Reviews

4.38

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Experience Laotian food culture
Happiness66323700033,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Walk around the market with the chef and ask him to explain the types and characteristics of ingredients. I don't think you can do the same thing on your own, so it was a valuable experience. The cooking class also gave me exposure to various ingredients and cooking methods, which deepened my understanding of Laotian cuisine that I casually ate in restaurants. The lunch I made was hearty and tasted delicious.
Good class which highlighted the local cuisine.
allang770,,Jan 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
The program was full, with a short walk thru the wet markets and then a short drive to the cooking school. It was well set out and the class program was set out for us. The teacher and his very good assistants worked us thru the menu. The use of a Mortar and pestle was essential to combine the many fresh ingredients for each dish. Lemongrass chicken, Buffalo Larp, steamed fish in banana leaf were all excellent and the dessert of purple rice with coconut was excellent.
Picturesque surroundings and an amazing class
Sharjeel A,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
As part of the cooking class, I visited the Phosy Market. We were then taken to one of the most picturesque open kitchens I’ve been to. We made 1 dip, 1 dessert and 3 other dishes. The instructor Chef Sit made this so simple for us. It also helps that he has a great sense of humor. A lot of greens are used in the dishes for sure. The flavors were so well balanced! This activity is definitely a must do when you visit Luang Prabang
Cancelled and no refund
JulieAnne G,,May 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Booking was cancelled as not enough participants to run the cooking class. Unfortunately still awaiting refund 🙄
Fun Place to Cook - Delightful Lao Food
KodadesOz,,May 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We went to the evening session, so we missed out on the shopping. However, the class was great fun. You meet at the Tamarind restaurant and a Tuktuk takes you to the outdoor kitchen about 20 minutes away. The kitchen in a verdant location makes for memorable learning. Our Chef taught us the tricks of Lao cooking and we made lot of 5 dishes - from sticky rice, chicken in lemongrass to a tasty rice pudding. The food turned out to be amazing. Cooking and sharing a class with a lot of fellow travellers from around the world further enhances the experience.
Stunning kitchen location
Nicola W,,Mar 9, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
We toured the local food market sampling strange and exotic delights! Then a short drive to a stunning rural setting with an authentic kitchen well equipped and set up. Sit’s teaching was brilliant and he showed us how to prepare authentic Laos dishes with good humour and patience. We ate our delicious menu together for lunch. It was the best cookery course we’ve been on - a great experience. Thank you!
We first went to the morning market...
Willem T,,Mar 9, 2018
- Review from Viator
5.00
We first went to the morning market. That was realy chaotic to western eyes. Our chef helped bij explaining all.
At the cooking our cheff first made all the dishes and after we each cooked one. Same for dinner.
With the help of the cheff we cooked. Amazing dishes.
You get a cookbook and all recepies