Thai and Akha Cooking Class in Chiang Mai: Culinary Journey with a Native Akha Chef

Embark on a culinary journey in Chiang Mai with a native Akha chef. Learn the art of Thai and Akha cooking, discover unique dishes, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Akha people.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • 14/10 Soi Rat Chiang Saen 2 Ko. - Morning Cooking Class + Market Tour
    Thai Akha Kitchen will take you to the Local Market to see the real lifestyle of local people + Cooking Thai and Akha foods.

Evening cooking class excluding Market tour only cooking.
Why choose Evening Cooking Class?
Fits around a busy day schedule
First home-cooked Thai dinner in Thailand.
No need to worry or plan where or what to eat for dinner just come and cook!
It’s cooler in the evening, actually a much better time to be cooking.

What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (only within 3 km from city area)
  • Local market tour (only for morning class)
  • Individual cooking station
  • Akha Hill Tribe coffee
  • Full color cook book
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meal Options
  • Start by two Appetizers - The class will start by preparing the famous Papaya Salad and the perfect Fried Spring Rolls.
  • Making two Desserts - Mango Sticky Rice and Pumpkin in Coconut Milk
  • Three Akha Dishes - In Akha traditions, every meal must have a Chilli Sauce (Sapi Thong), one Salad, and one Soup.
  • Pick one out of four Curry and Curry Paste - You can choose one of the four most popular Thai curries; Red curry, Green curry, Panang curry, or the Massaman curry.
  • Pick one out of three Soup - You can choose between the Chicken & Coconut Milk (Tom Kha Gai), the Hot and Sour Prawn Soup (Tom Yum Gong), or the Clear Soup & Egg Tofu
  • Pick one out of four Stir-Fried - You can choose Pad Thai, Chicken with Cashew Nut, Chicken with Hot Basil, or Sweet and Sour Vegetables.
  • Everyone can choose their own menu individually - All recipes can be adapted to be cooked: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free. Alternative solutions are available for any food allergies.
Additional Information

Acquire the knowledge to prepare Thai and Akha cuisine while vacationing in Chiang Mai under the guidance of our expert chef, an indigenous Akha person. Gain insight into their distinctive culinary practices and meals, along with an understanding of their history and traditions. Light snacks, local market tour (only for morning sessions), and hotel transportation are part of the package.

  • Visitor are welcome
  • Come with empty stomach
Location
14/10 Soi Rat Chiang Saen 2 Ko.
Soi Rat Chiang Saen 2 Ko.
Meeting Point for Walk-In: Morning Cooking Class: Meeting at Wat Pan Whaen Temple, by 9:00 am There is where we meet before starting the market tour. Evening Cooking Class: Meeting at Cooking School Location by 5:00 pm
Cancellation Policy

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

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540meiqis
Aug 21, 2024
Wonder experience with great chefs - Super nice experience with wonderful teachers :) the market tour and the food was amazing, everyone in the group enjoyed. 很棒的体验 做出道地 符合自己口味的正宗泰国料理 六小时一下就过去了 价格也很公道 吃到扶墙出 哈哈哈
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George_m
Aug 19, 2024
Outstanding Thai Cooking Class. - Outstanding! The instructor and her staff were extremely well organized. We started with a very informative walk through a market. The instructor purchased ingredients and provided us with insight on the various products and provided tastings. Once the class started, she gave meticulous instructions in perfect English. The small cookbook provided at the end will remind us of what we did!
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Moritzw790
Aug 18, 2024
Was amazing - Amazing experience, had a great time. Lots of tasty food. Something for everyone. Also very vegan friendly. Very nice and friendly staff, thank you
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Joesklar
Aug 18, 2024
A must do in Chiang Mai! - The cooking class was an amazing experience. Ming was friendly and funny. She made the day very enjoyable. It was very informative and a great introduction to cooking traditional Akha/Thai dishes.
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T2436bacarolinem
Aug 17, 2024
Excellent Experience- highly recommend - Great experience- highly recommend! The trip to the market at the beginning was a great way to experience a very quintessential piece of Thai culture and our guide, Jasmine, did an excellent job leading us through and sharing information. When we started cooking, the process was absolutely flawless. With 11 different dishes and all guests having different tastes and dishes, it was absolutely incredible how well Jasmine and her assistant kept things flowing. Jasmine was funny, informative, and great teacher. Overall very excellent!
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Georgeml7195ru
Aug 17, 2024
Fun and Educational! - Outstanding! Started with a visit to the market. That was really interesting, especially being able to try different things. Then the actual hands on cooking class was well organized and educational. They’ll hand out their cookbook soon. I hope it indicates ingredient substitutions, as several ingredients are probably not carried by my local Kroger.
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K9839omannm
Aug 17, 2024
Fabulous Family activity - Jasmine, our instructor, was helpful, engaging, and entertaining. The entire program was well-organized and planned, starting with hotel pickup and transportation. A finely oiled machine! We learned about fresh Thai ingredients at the local market and then cooked and ate a wide variety of dishes. I don’t even like cooking and I had a wonderful time! My whole family loved it. Highly recommend.
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A2854hmmartac
Aug 16, 2024
Great cooking class - Very nice atmosphere, very good dishes and many choices for everyone. Jasmine and her assistents are Just lovely, very professional and kind and jasmine speaks a perfect English. Thank you!
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Jandharrisandgeorge
Aug 16, 2024
A taste of Thai - Our cooking teacher was great! Wonderful timing, nice, fun. The place beautiful and well organised. Absilutely recommended
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909rimmad
Aug 14, 2024
Just take this class! - Very well organized, friendly environment, beautiful settings. We cooked a lot, we ate a lot! We also had a book at the end. Thank you Thai Akha!
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