Top Asia Cooking Classes

There’s no better way to get to know a culture than through its cuisine. Delve deep into Balinese ritual and tradition on this full-day, small-group cooking class. Shop for ingredients at vibrant Ubud Market; discover the art of rice cultivation in the fields; then prepare a feast of eight separate dishes in an authentic Balinese village. Wrap up your day at Batuan Temple, one of the island’s oldest temples.

What truly sets this experience apart is its authentic, hands-on approach led by local experts in the heart of Tokyo. Unlike typical demonstrations, this class lets you fully immerse yourself in Japanese tea culture by preparing matcha from scratch using traditional tools and techniques. The experience goes beyond just making tea—you’ll also craft delicate Japanese sweets that perfectly complement matcha’s rich, earthy flavor. With small group sizes, personalized guidance, and cultural storytelling throughout, it offers a deeper connection to Japan’s traditions. Blending education, creativity, and taste, this class delivers a memorable and interactive cultural experience that stands out from standard cooking or tea sessions.

What is Deco-maki Sushi? Deco-maki sushi is a type of Japanese rolled sushi (maki sushi) primarily characterized by the elaborate pictures and characters that appear on its cross-section. Visual Appeal and Fun The greatest appeal of deco-maki lies in its visual beauty and the excitement it brings before eating. Since you don't know what design will appear until you slice it, it's like a game of "fukuwarai" (a traditional Japanese game similar to pin the tail on the donkey) that adds an element of surprise and fun. Unique Creation Method and Diverse Arrangements Deco-maki goes beyond the realm of ordinary cooking with its unique creation method. It involves combining parts made from colored sushi rice and various ingredients like scrambled eggs, crab sticks, sausages, and cheese. These components are meticulously arranged so that the picture emerges on the cross-section, much like a "kintaro-ame" (a traditional Japanese candy with a design that appears no matter where it's cut).

Over the course of 1.5 hours you'll mix, shake, stir, and garnish cocktails under the guidance of a bar pro. This class is great for total novices and those who already have experience with home bartending. You’ll learn how to measure and blend drinks, but we also cover more advanced concepts like the difference between a dry shake, wet shake, japanese shake, and throwing (hint: it’s an alternative to shaking). Our bartenders will delight you with the history of each cocktail and share lore about how the cocktail was first invented. After the class you’ll be able to identify the tools of the trade and know the difference between a hawthorn strainer and a fine mesh strainer. Discover when to stir, shake, or swizzle a cocktail. Master the different shaking techniques and find a style of your own. Prepare garnish like a pro and understand which glass to choose for each cocktail. It’s entertaining, fun, and you get to drink the cocktails that you craft.

evening food tour with locals offer insider knowledge, guiding you to hidden back street and introducing deeper understanding of the city's culinary culture, making tour immersive and unique. traditional delicacies of Siem Reap on this guided sunset tour. Discover hidden gems of the city and flavors to delight the senses. From delicacies served in restaurants, dining in Siem Reap’s oldest guesthouse, to authentic street food - this exciting, jam-packed tour is made for foodies. Sip on local beer and historically themed cocktails and see the city come to life at sunset.

Delve into the culinary traditions of China with an immersive cooking class in Yangshuo, where flavors come alive. Begin your journey at a vibrant local market, exploring fresh ingredients, herbs, and vegetables while sampling authentic snacks. Return to the kitchen to master four delicious dishes, including Beer Fish and Braised Eggplant, complemented by a traditional tea ceremony and farm-fresh rice. Customize your meal with vegetarian or vegan options and adjust spice levels to your liking, creating a personal touch in every dish.

Learn to make authentic regional Chinese food during this private half-day cooking class. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to the home of a local family with an English-speaking guide. Enrich your understanding of Xian culture and participate in the preparation of noodles or dumplings alongside a chef. Then, enjoy your delicious homemade meal with the pride of knowing that you helped prepare it yourself.

Experience an immersive introduction to Malaysian cuisine during a private cooking experience in a local’s home. Choose between a hands-on cooking class or a cooking demo and market visit. Visit a local market outside the city to explore regional ingredients and meet vendors. Then, join a Malaysian home cook in a private kitchen to learn how to prepare traditional favorites like Roti Jala or Char Kuey Teow using authentic techniques.

This cultural coffee experience tour, drawing on the expertise of a trusted coffee producer with over 30 years of experience, offers visitors a genuine glimpse into the life of a farmer and producer. You'll gain valuable insights into the state of Vietnamese coffee compared to the global scene, understand why coffee from different regions tastes distinct, and acquire authentic knowledge about Vietnamese agricultural products. Experience a coffee tour/coffee workshop with a coffee local guide 3-hours coffee tour tour WITH: 1.Comprehensive overview of coffee – a Vietnamese and global perspective 2. Practical coffee processing methods right in the 3-hours coffee tour 3. Hands-on coffee roasting with a professional guide 4. Enjoy 4-6 distinctive coffee flavors 5. Hands-on experience brewing Vietnamese-style drip coffee 6. 1 DRINK OF YOUR CHOICE 7. 1 FOOD OF YOUR CHOICE FROM THE MENU This experience is consistently highly rated by international visitors at Tám Trình Coffee.

The culinary adventure doesn't end with sushi. We'll also guide you through the traditional process of making your own Miso soup from scratch. You'll learn to shave Katsuobushi (dried bonito) from a block, a time-honored technique that enhances the soup's rich umami flavor. Join us as we delve into the traditional techniques of Japanese cuisine. This is more than just a cooking class - it's a cultural experience that will equip you with new culinary skills, unforgettable memories, and the ability to recreate a taste of Japan wherever you are.

Making coconut oil is the most unique thing to do on the island. In this activities you understand the whole process of making coconut oil and you understand more about many benefits of coconut oil for your daily life by using it for your body your hair or put it in your food for best health benefits.

Get ready for a fun-filled coffee adventure with our expert Coffee Guide, Ryan! Born in Vietnam and inspired by his coffee experiences in Australia, Ryan is back in Sài Gòn to take you on a journey through the world of Vietnamese Egg Coffee - one delicious sip at a time. You’ll uncover the secrets behind its creamy blend of rich coffee and frothy egg yolk, explore its fascinating history, and learn how to whip it up at home with easy-to-find ingredients. This isn’t just any coffee class - it’s a 45-minute dive into Việt Nam’s vibrant coffee culture, packed with stories, laughs, and unforgettable moments. Don’t miss out while you’re in Sài Gòn - book now and let the egg coffee adventure begin!

Coffee plays a big role in our drinks, so it is getting obvious for us to have a coffee, but how many of us cares about which coffee we are drinking? Coffee is more than our daily drink. I am Thi from Vietnam, the 2nd largest coffee exporting country in the world. I have been working in F&B, especially in coffee industry for more than 7 years and from the beginning until now, I found many interesting things about this black holy grail, not just black or strong or bitter when you think about Vietnamese Coffee. I want to share with you all my amazing experience about coffee when you are in Viet Nam :D Our coffee place is in a small alley which is located in a lovely Tan Dinh area right in the heart of Sai Gon, where you can sit down, stay away from noise and stress for awhile, sip a nice cup of coffee as a gift for yourself after busy days, a relaxing atmosphere that you will be surely appreciated.

Experience learn to cook 4 traditional dishes like a local in a local family in Cam Thanh coconut village. Learn new recipes that you can practice at home later Enjoy a vegetarian cooking class, and basket boat ride in Cam Thanh village. Learn how to create “Pho" noodle soup, rice paper rolls, spring rolls, and Vietnamese pancakes with a chef.

Learn how to make Vietnamese coffee with a local coffee roaster in Hoi An. Choose from a variety of coffee-making workshops, including egg coffee, and enjoy a cup of coffee that you made.

From the market to your plate! Purchase ingredients with your chef at the local market and then head back to our kitchen for a hands-on cooking class. Sharp your cooking skills, eat and have fun! Visit Ben thanh Market and find its hidden gems guided by your chef Take a hands-on cooking class Make and enjoy a 3 course meal

Whether you know anything about coffee or not this will be a fantastic experience. You get all untold stories about Vietnam coffee history and culture. You are hands-on in the coffee making process Take home unique coffee making skills to share with friends and family.Make and try a different Vietnamese coffee styles including Ha Noi coffee.Trace the process of Vietnamese coffeemaking from the crop to cup.Unlock the story behind the flavors with the help of a local guide See for yourself why Vietnam's café culture is world-famous

Explore how to cook traditional and modern Vietnamese dishes in an easy and fun way. You will also get to practice cooking your own dishes and enjoy the fruits of your labor with new friends. Highlights Learn how to cook traditional and modern Vietnamese dishes in an easy & fun way Learn about ingredient, cooking techniques, Vietnamese culinary culture Practice cooking your own dishes with new friends Have a fun and rewarding experience learning about Vietnamese cuisine

Discover the authentic flavors of Vietnam at Bap’s House Restaurant & Cooking Class in Hoi An. Unlike an ordinary cooking lesson, our hands-on experience connects you with local food traditions, fresh ingredients, aromatic herbs, and family recipes. Learn step by step from a friendly local chef, prepare delicious Vietnamese dishes, and discover the cultural stories behind each recipe. Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere where everyone can cook, share, laugh, and taste their own creations. Perfect for couples, families, and food lovers seeking an unforgettable Vietnamese culinary experience. Take home practical cooking skills, wonderful memories, and a true taste of Hoi An.

Experience cooking local dishes in a traditional stilt house with this immersive cooking class. Learn how to make delicious local food, including the famous Pho soup, with all ingredients provided. Unleash your inner chef as you prepare Vietnamese food the traditional way Discover exciting and authentic recipes as you cook 4 delicious courses Use special traditional techniques like pounding, separating, and grinding Be inspired by the fresh air setting of a beautiful river with great views Quench your thirst with unlimited mineral water and passion fruit juice

Do the cooking class with a Balinese chef who is an expert in Balinese food and visit the traditional market to buy some ingredients, visit Balinese House, and create your own jewelry at jewelry making class and get customized souvenirs from Bali that were made by you.

Learn more about Balis lifestyle by going to the market, visiting Balinese compound, and cook with Balinese chef who is expert in Balinese food. And visit one of the most iconic temple in Bali which is Tanah lot, the temple which is located in the sea.

It's almost 2 hours cooking class at Japanese local house near Shimogamo shrine. At the first 20min, we will explain the background of KINUGASA DON and all other dishes, and how to cook those. After cooking, let's enjoy eating and chatting together with the local We are very happy to share our real local culture with you. Vegetarian and Vegan options are available, so please let us know when you make the reservation.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese cuisine in this small-group cooking class on a rooftop overlooking West Lake in Hanoi. Start with a visit to a local market in the city, where you will learn about different produce, and purchase fresh ingredients. Learn how to make three authentic dishes, including bun cha, which can you savor afterwards with local beer or a soft drink.