Thai Cooking Class & Local Market Tour in Chiang Mai (Half Day/Full Day)
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Ticket
Meet Location
- At your hotel in Chiang Mai
Included
- Thai cooking class
- Hotel pick up & drop off
- Cooking ingredients and utensils
- Welcome drinks and snacks
- English speaking instructor
- Local market tour (optional)
Thai Cooking Class & Local Market Tour in Chiang Mai (Half Day/Full Day) Options
Full Day Course
Morning Session
Evening Session
Overview
Take part in an authentic Thai home cooking experience in Chiang Mai!
If you are a foodie, this cooking class is not to be missed! Based in a charming village in the Saraphi District of Chiang Mai, Grandma’s Cooking School offers a fun and insightful Thai cooking class to enhance your cultural experience. After visiting the morning market to shop for fresh local produce and seasonings, you will get to experience the true farming life by gathering Thai herbs, harvesting mushrooms, and collecting chicken eggs at the school’s own organic farm. With your hand-picked ingredients, learn to cook an array of dishes from fragrant Thai curries to the ever so famous tom yam soup. Nothing will be sweeter than the fruits of your own labor!
Why this class?

▲ Local market Tour (optional)
Visit the local market before the class to pick fresh ingredients and seasonings.
*Available for all options except the half-day evening course.


▲ Organic Farm
Experience real farming life by gathering Thai herbs and vegetables and collecting chicken eggs at the school's organic farm.


▲ A class for all
Enjoy a Thai cooking session in a small class with individual cooking stations, creating a fun experience for both adults and children.


▲ Cook authentic Thai food in Chiang Mai
With different menu provided each day, learn how to cook soups, stir-fries, curries, dessert, and even drinks in a Lanna-style pavilion for an open-air cooking experience in Chiang Mai.
[Course Details]
If you are a foodie, this cooking class is not to be missed! Based in a charming village in the Saraphi District of Chiang Mai, Grandma’s Cooking School offers a fun and insightful Thai cooking class to enhance your cultural experience. After visiting the morning market to shop for fresh local produce and seasonings, you will get to experience the true farming life by gathering Thai herbs, harvesting mushrooms, and collecting chicken eggs at the school’s own organic farm. With your hand-picked ingredients, learn to cook an array of dishes from fragrant Thai curries to the ever so famous tom yam soup. Nothing will be sweeter than the fruits of your own labor!
Why this class?
- Cook with locally sourced and organically grown ingredients
- Visit a local market and witness the local atmosphere of buying fresh produce
- Broaden your knowledge on farming life, an integral part of Thai culture
- Learn from an English-speaking instructor for clear and comfortable guidance
- Gluten free, vegetarian, and halal options available
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service included

▲ Local market Tour (optional)
Visit the local market before the class to pick fresh ingredients and seasonings.
*Available for all options except the half-day evening course.


▲ Organic Farm
Experience real farming life by gathering Thai herbs and vegetables and collecting chicken eggs at the school's organic farm.


▲ A class for all
Enjoy a Thai cooking session in a small class with individual cooking stations, creating a fun experience for both adults and children.


▲ Cook authentic Thai food in Chiang Mai
With different menu provided each day, learn how to cook soups, stir-fries, curries, dessert, and even drinks in a Lanna-style pavilion for an open-air cooking experience in Chiang Mai.
[Course Details]
| Full Day Course Mon & Thu 8:30am~3:45pm | Appetizer:
Soup (select one):
Stir Fry (select one):
Curry (select one):
Dessert:
Special menu (select one):
Extra menu:
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| Full Day Course Tue & Fri 8:30am~3:45pm | Appetizer:
Soup (select one):
Stir Fry:
Curry (select one):
Dessert:
Special menu (select one):
Extra menu:
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| Full Day Course Wed & Sat 8:30am~3:45pm | Appetizer:
Soup (select one):
Stir Fry:
Curry (select one):
Dessert:
Special menu (select one):
Extra menu:
|
| Full Day Course Sun 8:30am~3:45pm | Appetizer:
Soup (select one):
Stir Fry:
Curry (select one):
Dessert:
Special menu (select one):
Extra menu: Papaya salad |
| Half Day Course Morning / Evening Session 8:30am~1:00pm / 3:30pm~7:30pm | Soup (select one):
Stir Fry:
Curry (select one):
Dessert:
Special menu (select one):
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Price
| Option/Price | Included | Included |
|---|---|---|
Full Day Course Person (8 yrs~) Morning Session Person (8 yrs~) Evening Session Person (8 yrs~) | - Thai cooking class - Hotel pick up & drop off - Cooking ingredients and utensils - Welcome drinks and snacks - English speaking instructor - Local market tour (optional) |
- The same price applies for both adults and children.
- The minimum age to join this activity is 8 years old.
- Pick-up and drop-off service is within a 5 km radius of downtown Chiang Mai.
- Please note that Half Day Course - Evening Session does NOT include local market tour.
Itinerary
Full Day Course
8:30am
Pick-up from your hotel in Chiang Mai
9:15am
Visit the local market
- Learn about various ingredients and seasonings
- Learn about various ingredients and seasonings
10:00am
Arrive at Grandma's Home Cooking School
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
10:20am
Begin the class
- Learn how to cook rice and sticky rice
- Learn how to cook rice and sticky rice
10:35am
Visit the organic farm
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
11:00am
Appetizer session with tasting
12:00pm
Soup session with tasting
12:30pm
Lunch break
12:45pm
Curry paste session
1:15pm
Stir-fried and curry session with tasting
2:20pm
25 minute break
2:45pm
Dessert and refreshment session with tasting
3:30pm
Class summary with recipe book
3:45pm
Depart for your hotel in Chiang Mai
Half Day Course - Morning Session
8:30am~9:00am
Pick-up from your hotel in Chiang Mai
9:15am
Visit the local market
- Learn about various ingredients and seasonings
- Learn about various ingredients and seasonings
10:00am
Arrive at Grandma's Home Cooking School
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
10:20am
Begin the class
- Learn how to cook rice and sticky rice
- Learn how to cook rice and sticky rice
10:35am
Visit the organic farm
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
11:00am
Soup and stir-fried session with tasting
12:00pm
Curry session with tasting
- Taste dessert and refreshments made by the instructor
- Taste dessert and refreshments made by the instructor
1:30pm~1:45pm
Depart for your hotel in Chiang Mai
Half Day Course - Afternoon Session
11:30am~12:00pm
Pick-up from your hotel in Chiang Mai
12:15pm
Visit the local market
- Learn about various ingredients and seasonings
- Learn about various ingredients and seasonings
1:00pm
Arrive at Grandma's Home Cooking School
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
1:20pm
Begin the class
- Learn how to cook rice and sticky rice
- Learn how to cook rice and sticky rice
1:35pm
Visit the organic farm
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
2:00pm
Soup and stir-fried session with tasting
3:00pm
Curry session with tasting
- Taste dessert and refreshments made by the instructor
- Taste dessert and refreshments made by the instructor
4:00pm~4:30pm
Depart for your hotel in Chiang Mai
Half Day Course - Evening Session
3:30pm~4:00pm
Pick-up from your hotel in Chiang Mai
4:30pm
Arrive at Grandma's Home Cooking School
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
- Enjoy refreshing drinks and welcome snacks
4:45pm
Visit the organic farm
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
- Learn about Thai herbs and vegetables
- Collect chicken eggs and fresh ingredients
5:10pm
Curry paste session
5:40pm
Soup session with tasting
6:15pm
Stir-fried, curry, and dessert session with tasting
7:30pm
Depart for your hotel in Chiang Mai
How to book
- 1. Complete your booking.
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Cancellation policy
All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
7 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
6 days before the reserved date or less: non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 7 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
7 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
6 days before the reserved date or less: non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 7 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).
FAQ
Is there a minimum age to join the Grandma’s Cooking School in Chiang Mai?
Yes, participants must be at least 8 years old to join this Thai cooking experience.
How many people can join each class?
Each class has a maximum of 8 participants, ensuring a small group and more hands-on guidance.
Is hotel pickup and drop-off included?
Yes, pick-up and drop-off service is available within a 5 km radius of downtown Chiang Mai.
Is the local market visit included for all options?
The local market visit is included for all options except the half-day evening course.
Is there an English-speaking instructor?
Yes, an English-speaking instructor is included to guide you throughout the cooking class.
Destination
Grandma's Home Cooking School
Address: ซอย 2/2 สันกับตองใต้ Tambon Saraphi, Amphoe Saraphi, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50140, Thailand
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