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Traditional Korean Cooking Class in a 100-Year-Old Hanok near Bukchon Hanok Village

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Languages
  • English
Meet Location
  • Royal Seoul Cooking Class near Anguk, Jongno 3-ga Station
Included
  • Traditional Korean cooking class with a certified professional chef
  • Ingredients and tools
  • Meals & drinks
Excluded
  • Round-trip transportation
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Traditional Korean Cooking Class

Overview

Learn to Cook Traditional Korean Dishes in a 100-Year-Old Hanok!

Step inside a beautifully preserved century-old hanok, a traditional Korean home that blends heritage charm with genuine hospitality, for a hands-on culinary experience unlike any other. This class walks participants through preparing Korean dishes, then serving each creation on handcrafted bangjja tableware for an authentic dining moment. Ideal for food enthusiasts, culture lovers, and anyone craving a warm, beginner-friendly introduction to Korean home cooking.

Why this experience?
  • Enjoy a warm, hands-on culinary journey from cooking to shared dining together
  • Cook iconic Korean dishes like LA galbi, fresh kimchi, and pajeon here
  • Dine like royalty on beautifully handcrafted traditional bangjja tableware after the cooking class
  • Experience genuine Korean home life inside a beautifully preserved 100-year-old hanok residence
  • No cooking skills needed, just curiosity and an appetite for fun here

Traditional Korean Cuisine Cooking Class near Bukchon Hanok Village
AvailabilityEvery day
Class time11:30am (for lunch) / 4:30pm (for dinner)
Duration135 mins
Meet locationRoyal Seoul Cooking Class (map)
  • Located near Anguk Station (Line 3) & Jongno 3-ga Station (Line 1, 3, 5)
Full-course menu
  • Tangpyeongchae (mung bean jelly salad)
  • Haemul pajeon (seafood pancake)
  • LA galbi (Korean BBQ short ribs) / Dakgalbi (spicy stir-fried chicken) / Braised tofu
  • Freshly seasoned kimchi
  • Potato salad
*The menu may vary depending on the season and ingredient availability.
*Makgeolli (traditional Korean rice wine) and one small yakgwa (traditional Korean honey pastry) are provided with the meal.
*Makgeolli is not available to children under 18 years old. No alternative drinks are provided aside from water.

Traditional hanok entrance with wooden lattice doors leading into the cooking class space.
▲ Royal Seoul Cooking Class
Housed inside a preserved century-old hanok, this cultural space blends traditional Korean architecture with genuine hospitality. Guided by certified culinary experts, the hands-on class turns royal Korean cuisine into an approachable experience, ideal for travelers seeking authentic flavors in a historic setting.

Hands-on cooking moments inside a traditional hanok, preparing Korean dishes.
Guests proudly showcasing homemade Korean dishes plated on traditional golden bangjja tableware.
▲ Traditional Korean Cooking Class
Participants choose a lunch or dinner session inside a preserved hanok, learning to prepare classic dishes like LA galbi, fresh kimchi, and haemul pajeon. Certified instructors guide small groups step by step, keeping the hands-on experience approachable for beginners.

Bangjja table setting and guests enjoying a warm, home-cooked Korean meal together.
▲ Traditional Bangjja Dining Experience
After cooking, dishes are plated on handcrafted bangjja tableware, a traditional serving style once reserved for royalty. Seated in a cozy, heritage-filled space, participants savor their creations alongside makgeolli and yakgwa for a memorable occasion.

Price

PriceIncludedIncluded
Person (10 yrs~)
- Traditional Korean cooking class with a certified professional chef
- Ingredients and tools
- Meals & drinks

  • The same price applies to both adults and children.
  • Children under 10 years old cannot join this class for safety reasons.
  • Each session can accommodate up to 7 participants.
  • The menu may vary depending on the season and ingredient availability.
  • Makgeolli (traditional Korean rice wine) and one small yakgwa (traditional Korean honey pastry) are provided with the meal.
  • Makgeolli is not available to children under 18 years old. No alternative drinks are provided aside from water.
  • If you have any allergies, dietary restrictions (e.g., vegetarian), or other special requirements, please inform us in advance when booking. The LA galbi can be substituted with dakgalbi for participants who prefer chicken or with braised tofu for vegetarian participants.

How to book

  • Complete your booking.
    1. Complete your booking.
  • Check your email.
    2. Check your email.
  • Enjoy it.
    3. Enjoy it.

Please keep in mind

  • Please arrive at least 5 minutes before the reserved time. No refunds will be issued for late arrivals and no-shows.

Cancellation policy

All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
2 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 2 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).

FAQ

The class runs for 135 minutes, including both cooking and dining time.
Yes, the traditional Korean cooking class is conducted in English.
Children under 10 years old cannot join this class for safety reasons.
Yes. Any allergies, dietary restrictions (including vegetarian), or other special requirements should be shared in advance at the time of booking. The LA galbi can be substituted with dakgalbi for guests who prefer chicken, or with braised tofu for vegetarian guests.

Destination

Royal Seoul Cooking Class

Address: 36-2 Ikseon-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea

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