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4 hours
Mobile ticket
Hands-on training with a well-known international Thai Chef, Wandee Rathanapan who recently has been choosen as a Teacher for 2 finalists Amazon Prime Series; "The World Cook Season 2" . Wandee worked as a Thai Chef in different countries such as New Zealand and Iceland and more . More than 10 years as Chef and cooking teacher and 7 years as Food Tour Leader .
Cooking in a lovely open air kitchen and beautiful garden environment of Khao Lak Center.
Unique cooking techniques in the tradition Thai ways that only an experienced Thai chef can teach you. Authentic way of making each dish such as curry from scratch and fresh ingredients such as fresh coconut milk, herbs, veggies, meat and seafood.
Own cooking station for all students including a gas stove, own cutting board with all knives, spoons and spatulas, a mortar, an apron, and hand towels.
Gluten free,Vegan and Vegetarian dishes are one of my specialties, and let's not forget that I am used to cook with children as well.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Dress code is casual
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Hotel drop-off (Khaolak Area)
Bottled water
Hotel Pick-up
Lunch
Cooking 2 Thai dishes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guided Market Tour
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Select a pickup point
We will pick you up from your hotel between 9:30 - 10:00 AM (Morning class) , 3:00-3:30 PM (Afternoon class). Then we go to the local fresh market in order to learn about the ingredients you will use while cooking; Thai herbs, vegetables, spices used in the homemade chili pastes. You will also learn about where everything at the market comes from; seafood, fresh coconut milk, meats, and all the tropical fruit. While at the market you will also have the opportunity to shop for yourself. - Back at the cooking class you will cook by using the ingredients from the market. - Learn to make the curry pastes from scratch and cook with your own homemade curry paste. - With Wandee's many years of experience you will learn about traditional cooking methods, as well as learn to cook royal Thai recipes. - Q&A session at every cooking class. - The recipes of what you cook will be available after the class. - Amazing cooking environment in a new bamboo hut in the garden.
starter
Deep fried pork with lemongrass.
Deep fried pork minced mix with herb and wrapped with lemongrass. Serve with sweet chilli sauce
main
Kaeng Chu Chi Pla( Traditional Southern curry from scratch).
A selection of Andaman fish cooked it with homemade curry paste from scratch and fresh coconut milk from our local market.
dessert
Bualoi (Thai riceball in warm coconut milk)
Traditional Thai dessert made from stickey rice flour and special ingredients. Unique preparation. Boil in hot water and cook in warm coconut milk.
starter
Yam Som O (Pomelo Salad)
Super fresh and full of colour dish, Pomelo mix in traditional dressing salad such as fish sauce, lime, chilli oil and sugar. Refreshing and tasteful.
Pickup included
598 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jennifer C,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
This is one of the favorite things that we did while in Thailand. It was such a fun experience we went to the market, got a real education and have the opportunity to make some amazing Thai food. It was also a really great opportunity to connect with other visitors from all over the world. Would highly recommend this.
Garald T,
Aug 9, 2025
- Viator
Truly a wonderful, informative, and special experience delivered by Wandee and her amazing team. She tailored the experience to our current cooking level and went into as much detail as we wanted, and we really learned a lot! Others were there for something fun to do, and were more casual, and we really appreciated the ability to provide different experiences. The food we cooked was the best food we had in Thailand - great products bought at the local market, and expert instructions and guidance! Top shelf, do not miss of you are interested in learning great Thai cooking or just want a cool thing to do!
Christine G,
Jul 23, 2025
- Viator
Highly accomplished teacher who has worked in Finland, NZ and a judge on a cooking show. Shopping for food in market was very educational and enjoyable to
Deborah K,
Mar 10, 2025
- Viator
I did this cooking class with my adult son who is a real ‘foodie’ and loves to cook. We both really enjoyed the class which started with a trip to a local market followed by the cooking class and meal. The food was delicious and it was a great experience. We were picked up and dropped off to our hotel so the whole experience was great! Would definitely recommend.
Ethan S,
Mar 7, 2025
- Viator
Great experience learning about local foods and spices. Visiting the market was great and the staff were fantastic when teaching us how to cook traditional Thai dishes. Would 100% recommend
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