Top Asia Cooking Classes

If you’re looking for an authentic foodie experience in Japan—this is it! Expand your knowledge about Japan’s traditional dishes, and test out your culinary skills by making them yourself. Cook “okonomiyaki” (Japanese savory pancakes with vegetables, pork, and egg noodles), and “gyoza” (dumpling with minced pork and vegetables) too. Afterwards, continue to expand your food knowledge with a supermarket tour, so you find out about ingredients that you didn’t know about before.

Ever wondered what your own taste in sake looks like—literally? At My Sake World Kyoto Kawaramachi, you don't just taste sake, you create it. Never tried sake before? Even better—our friendly English-speaking guides walk you through eight distinct sakes, then help you blend an original bottle using lab-style flasks and pipettes, no experience needed. This isn't a "watch the master" show. It's yours to shape: adjust sweetness, dryness, and aroma until you land on a flavor nobody else has ever made. Take it home in a bottle with a label you designed yourself—a memory made with your own hands, not bought off a shelf. Set in lively Kawaramachi, steps from Nishiki Market and Kiyomizudera, this fully indoor studio reimagines a centuries-old Kyoto blending tradition for today's traveler. Perfect for couples, friends, and curious first-timers who want a hands-on story to tell, not just a photo to post. Come curious, leave with a Kyoto memory only you could have made.

Step into the Matcha capital, Uji, and experience the heart of Japan's finest green tea. Walking through the famous Byodo-in temple, known for its appearance on the 10-yen coin, you will grind tea leaves into matcha powder and drink your fresh matcha tea. A must-try experience for matcha lovers! ⚠️ Prior to the tour, please ensure that WhatsApp is available for easy communication. Our tour guide will use these platforms to contact you. ⚠️ Please wear a mask during the Matcha making workshop. ✅ English Guided Tour – Explore Uji City with our friendly and knowledgeable guide. ✅ Hands-on Matcha Experience – Grind your own matcha powder using a traditional stone mill, then enjoy your freshly made tea with your choice of Japanese sweets or matcha ice cream. ✅ Visit Byodo-in Temple – A UNESCO World Heritage Site, famous for its stunning architecture featured on the 10-yen coin. ✅ Learn the History of Uji Tea – Discover why Uji is known as Japan’s top region for high-quality green tea.

[PRIVATE TOUR] If you're seeking an authentic connection with a local family, this is for you! We are a warm, fun-loving family of four, deeply rooted in Takayama. Here, you won’t just learn to cook Japanese food—you’ll experience how locals live and savor life together. Our 200-year-old wooden townhouse stands on Old Town’s main street, yet stepping inside feels like entering a quiet world where time slows down. Its small quirks remind us of its beauty and history. We’ll welcome you with Japanese tea and snacks before guiding you in preparing a traditional meal in our kitchen. As we cook side by side, we’ll share stories of life in Takayama and living in harmony with nature and the seasons. Hisa and Bob pour their hearts into every class. This is more than a cooking lesson—it’s a moment of connection, culture, and feeling at home far from home. Feel free to write us your request on food or any restrictions, we are happy to accommodate as much as possible!

Let’s make curry roux from scratch at YUZU WASHOKU STUDIO, near charming Yanaka! When you make it yourself, you can customize the flavor just the way you like. Japanese curry is a beloved comfort food enjoyed by people of all ages. In this hands-on class led by a home chef, you’ll learn how to make curry from scratch and fry perfectly crispy, golden-brown tonkatsu—all in a fun, interactive small-group setting. We provide simple, easy-to-follow recipes and share tips on how to substitute ingredients with ones available in your own country. Vegetarian options are also available—just let us know your preferences in advance. Our studio is tucked away in a quiet residential neighborhood in Tokyo’s old downtown district. Here, you’ll get a glimpse of everyday Japanese life. As we cook together, I hope you’ll enjoy discovering the little details that make a Japanese kitchen special. I truly look forward to welcoming you. Let’s enjoy cooking together in a warm, home-style Japanese kitchen!

Learning how to cook tasty Indian dishes doesn’t have to be daunting thanks to this small-group cooking class. Your instructor leads you through the ins and outs of whipping up delicious North Indian dishes such as butter chicken and saag paneer, along with tasty breads such as naan, which you get to enjoy at the end of your class.

Embark on the ultimate Japanese culinary journey by learning to make sushi in Tokyo. This small-group sushi class offers a relaxed atmosphere that is suitable for children aged eight and above. Learn how to perfect sushi rice, craft four sushi varieties, and test your knowledge with an entertaining quiz on sushi etiquette and trivia.

Take your Thai cooking skills to the next level with this combination of a local market tour and a hands-on cooking class. Visiting the local market first removes the guesswork around ingredients, with tips on what to buy and how to use it. Then, cook six dishes in a small-group setting, where hands-on guidance helps you build skills you can recreate at home.

Designed for art enthusiasts, this fresco-focused, small-group tour explores under-the-radar artworks within a handful of churches within Old Goa. Enjoy an intimate half-day experience in a group capped at only eight travelers. Learn about the ancient mural technique known as Kaavi art and the materials used. Tours include stops at Santa Monica, Our Lady of Rosary, the Royal Chapel of St. Anthony, and St. Augustine.

During this enjoyable cooking class activity, discover more about Vietnamese culture through its cuisine. You'll browse the fresh produce market in Hoi An before entering the kitchen to choose the ingredients you'll use. Then, come to Tra Que Organic Farm, turn into a real farmer and learn farming techniques from a local farmer. Enjoy a two-hour cooking class while picking up new cooking techniques. Afterward, enjoy eating what you've made. Prepare papaya salad, spring rolls, Vietnamese pancake, fish in clay pot and other dishes. Select from tours in the morning or the afternoon. Receive individualized instruction in a private class. Discover new recipes that you can use at home later.

Rather than commercial tea production, this group workshop offers a more artisan look at specialty lotus tea in Hanoi. Practice traditional brewing methods to get the ideal cup, and learn about the smaller-scale production process from your instructor. Get brewing tips from your guide and pair your tea with traditional Vietnamese snacks to energize you.

Discover the art of making matcha tea with this hands-on tea ceremony experience. As well as watching the step-by-step process from an instructor, you can go a step further and make your own tea from scratch. Learn about centuries-old traditions with a small group, and best of all, try different types of tea with a snack.

Take a piece of Chiang Mai home with you by learning how to make some Thai dishes. Cook in comfort in an air-conditioned and spacious studio-there’s even an organic garden on site where you can learn about local herbs and produce. With a limited class size of up to 12 people, you’ll have more face time with your instructor for questions.

Explore the rich culture behind Bánh Trôi & Premium Lotus Tea Hands-on dough crafting and natural coloring techniques Savor rare, artisan West Lake Lotus Tea (Trà Sen Hồ Tây) Set in a peaceful garden villa courtyard, a true hidden gem A meaningful experience that supports local children’s education

With the help of the hosts (they are young farmers who grew up in the countryside and wanted to bring the quintessence of local cuisine to both Vietnamese and foreigners, they researched, studied and worked for over 10 years in restaurants and now they have compiled their experience as guides and you can easily cook at home). Joining this class, you will visit the local market, be introduced to the names of fruits and vegetables as well as the uses that local people use to make local medicine, then you with local guide cycle on small winding roads, no noise, no busy traffic to explore the beautiful scenery in the countryside (buffaloes eating grass, farmers growing rice in the fields, farms raising shrimp and ducks..) Learn about manual vegetable growing methods, using organic fertilizers and pesticides at 1 of 4 long-standing traditional craft villages.Then learn how to decorate the table (make flowers from carrots, tomatoes...) as well as learn how to cook 4 typical dishes.

Discover the authentic flavors of Sri Lanka in a unique, hands-on cooking class set in our serene island resort. Led by an experienced local chef, this immersive culinary experience goes beyond recipes—it's a deep dive into our culture, heritage, and the healing wisdom of traditional Sri Lankan cooking. What makes this experience truly special is our use of homegrown vegetables and herbs, cultivated organically right here at the resort. Guests will cook with fresh ingredients straight from our garden, learning how each item supports health and wellness in line with Ayurvedic principles. Using traditional clay pots, coconut spoons, and firewood stoves, guests will prepare a complete Sri Lankan meal just as it has been done for generations. Our chef shares not only step-by-step techniques but also family secrets and cultural insights that make each dish meaningful.

Meet at our school in Suan Phlu, Sathon (near Silom). Discover the vibrant Suan Phlu fresh market, just a 1-minute walk away, with a guided tour included in all classes—where you’ll select the freshest ingredients to create your four authentic Thai dishes. Learn about exotic Thai ingredients—including vegetables, rice, herbs, and spices—while discovering how to make fresh coconut milk and curry paste from scratch. Spend two hours cooking four delicious dishes and savor each one while it's still hot and fresh. Get your hands dirty by making the curry paste from scratch, and take home all the recipes so you can recreate this gastronomic experience in the future. A market tour is included in every class—morning, afternoon, and evening Public Transportation nearby our school -> Take Motorcycle/Taxi to our school - BTS Saint Louise Exit 1 - BTS Chongnonsi Exit 2 - BTS Sala Daeng Exit 2 - MRT Lumphini Exit 2 - MRT Silom Exit 2

Our Shake & Savor: Coffee Cocktails workshop combines the rich tradition of Vietnamese coffee with the creativity of cocktail mixology. It’s an immersive experience where you craft unique coffee-based cocktails, blending bold flavors and unexpected twists. Expect vibrant flavors like Cà Phê Mít with jackfruit and sampan rhum, or the bold Phở Fizz with dry gin and Cascara Tea, creating a fusion of coffee, spice, and sweetness that’s distinctly Vietnamese yet refreshingly modern.

Sampling authentic Japanese ramen is top of many travelers' to-do list, and this small-group experience teaches you to make it from scratch. Start in a family-owned noodle factory in Yokohama, where you shape your own ramen noodles from a choice of doughs to suit your taste. From there, head to a local home to cook a full Japanese meal together, finishing with a toast of sparkling plum wine before sitting down together to eat.

It’s easy to find great Indian food in Mumbai’s restaurants, but if you want to recreate the cuisine at home, you need to learn to make it yourself. Get hands-on guidance during your choice of private or small-group cooking class in a local’s home. Learn about Indian culinary methods and ingredients as you cook dishes such as chicken tikka masala, fish curry, and biryani. Enjoy a hearty home-cooked meal after.

• Learn directly from a soba chef • Make authentic soba completely from scratch • Use high-quality soba flour from an on-site milling facility • Beginner-friendly with step-by-step guidance • Enjoy freshly made soba with traditional dipping sauce

One of unique activities in Vietnam where we can discover Vietnamese Agriculture by getting hands to pick up all the ingredients from the organic farm and learning different techniques to grow organic food properly .Beside understanding how to make the healthy and delicious food in Vietnamese cuisines in particular and general cuisine in The world following the Yin and yang techniques design by Asian Master chef Moreover we will get great hands to understand how to make cashew nut production like souvenir to bring back for your family and friends and discover why Viet Nam is biggest country in the world for exporting the cashew nut with the professional local guides, farmer and master chef will bring you the best times in Vietnam

With Master chef Tan who have done many careers from his life such as Doctor , Accounting , Asian Master chef , Farmer , business owner and presented from different airlines in Vietnam and other library universities worldwide in the world will bring unique experience from farming , healthy food and life lesson with his goal " Nothing impossible " we all can do anything in this life if we love , passion and working hard . we would love to bring lifetime memories lesson to you

Vietnamese food is world renowned, and this cooking class lets you discover the unique flavors that make up its traditional cuisine with a focus on vegetarian dishes. Join your host to shop for herbs and seasonal ingredients at the local market, then head back to the kitchen for a fun, hands-on cooking class. Help prepare a variety of typical Vietnamese dishes, such as vegan Pho, Vegan Banh Xeo, and stuffed aubergine.