Trip Info
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Chiang Mai (free pickup within 10km)
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1-8pax
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Include
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English, Chinese, Thai
Know before you go
Pickup Service: Free within 10km of Chiang Mai city center
What to Wear: Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes
Age Restriction: No participants under 15 (visitors allowed at 600 THB, Cash on tour)
Dietary Needs: Inform in advance for special requirements
Class Size: Maximum 8 participants
Overview
Grandma’s Home Cooking School offers immersive Thai culinary experiences in Chiang Mai, ranging from half-day introductions to comprehensive full-day programs. Participants learn authentic cooking techniques while exploring local markets and organic farms. The school specializes in both general Thai cuisine and specialized Northern Thai cooking, providing hands-on experience with traditional tools and methods in a warm, family-style environment.
👩🍳 Grandma’s Home Cooking School: Authentic Thai Culinary Experience
📍 Location: Chiang Mai (free pickup within 10km)
⏰ Options: Half-day (4-5hrs) or Full-day (6-7hrs)
🍲 Dishes: Pad Thai, Curries, Northern Specialties, Desserts
🌿 Features: Market tour, organic farm visit, traditional techniques
Morning sessions include market visit; evening sessions do not
Northern Thai course includes unique traditional techniques
Visitors receive farm tour and meal but no cooking participation
Recipes and tasting included in all packages
Classes proceed rain or shine (indoor facilities)
Highlights
- Authentic Thai Cooking Experience: Learn to prepare classic Thai dishes using traditional methods
- Organic Farm & Market Tour: Source fresh ingredients from local markets and organic gardens
- Traditional Techniques: Master authentic methods including coconut grating, charcoal grilling, and stone milling
- Small Class Sizes: Intimate groups (max 8 participants) for personalized instruction
- Cultural Immersion: Experience genuine Northern Thai culinary traditions and lifestyle
FULL DAY COURSE (7 dishes + 1 drink)
Time: 8:30 AM – 3:45 PM
Features: Market visit, farm tour, coconut milk making, 7 dishes
Menu: Appetizer, soup, curry, stir-fry, dessert + traditional techniques
NORTHERN THAI COURSE (6 specialty dishes)
Time: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Features: Market visit, charcoal grilling, stone milling, coconut pancakes
Menu: Northern sausage, pork belly curry, jackfruit curry, coconut pancakes
HALF-DAY OPTIONS (4 dishes + dessert)
Morning: 8:30 AM – 1:45 PM
Afternoon: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Evening: 3:30 PM – 7:30 PM (No market visit)
**VISITOR PACKAGE (600 THB)
Additional Information
Location: Organic farm setting outside Chiang Mai
Group Size: Small groups (1-8 participants)
Take Home: Recipe book and cooking skills
Booking: Advance reservation recommended
This comprehensive cooking experience offers authentic immersion into Thai culinary traditions, combining hands-on learning with cultural insights. Perfect for food enthusiasts wanting to master Thai cooking techniques while experiencing genuine northern Thai hospitality.
Includes/Excludes
Includes
- Transportation, farm tour, meal
Excludes
- Cooking participation
FAQs
Half-day covers 4-5 general Thai dishes; Full-day includes 7 dishes + coconut milk making; Northern Thai course focuses on regional specialties with traditional techniques.
Yes, all ingredients plus recipe book to take home.
Yes, free pickup and drop-off within 10km radius.
Children under 15 can accompany as visitors (600 THB) but cannot cook.
Vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy accommodations available with advance notice.
