Top Asia Cooking Classes

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culinary culture of Vietnam with a hands-on cooking class in a small group at Hoang’s Kitchen Da Nang. Begin your journey with a visit to a local market to select fresh ingredients, learning about the essentials of Vietnamese cuisine. Under the guidance of an experienced chef, prepare a selection of traditional dishes, from fragrant Pho to crispy spring rolls. After cooking, savor your creations alongside fellow participants, all while receiving a detailed recipe to take home. This interactive experience promises to enrich your culinary skills and deepen your appreciation for Vietnamese food culture.

Delve into the rich history of Vietnamese coffee with an engaging egg coffee making class in the modern Da Nang. This intimate small-group experience takes place in a local restaurant, where participants learn to craft this unique beverage and decorate it with stunning latte art. Guided by an expert instructor, you’ll personally prepare your egg coffee, savoring it alongside delicious spring rolls. With hands-on involvement and a take-home recipe, you’ll be equipped to recreate this delightful drink at home, ensuring the skill lasts long after your visit.

Unlock the secrets of Vietnamese cuisine in a private, engaging cooking class that goes beyond the usual fare. This 4-hour culinary experience begins with a delightful cyclo ride through the bustling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter, followed by a visit to a local market where you can savor traditional snacks. Guided by a seasoned chef with 20 years of experience, you will master the art of preparing four authentic dishes, leaving with invaluable skills and an exclusive recipe book. Conclude your adventure by enjoying a delicious lunch made from your own creations, set in the heart of the vibrant Old Quarter.

Come and play! Join our fun, hands-on Boba & Taiwanese Tea Workshop in Taichung, fully conducted in English. You'll dive into the world of real Taiwanese tea in a relaxed, friendly setting. We'll show you how to pick the best tea leaves and smell their amazing natural scents. You'll learn the secret to making perfectly chewy "QQ" boba pearls and shake up four of your own signature drinks-including refreshing teas mixed with fresh seasonal local juices and the world-famous classic milk tea-all paired with tasty local snacks. To top it all off, have fun assembling your own 'Gua Bao' (the legendary Taiwanese Burger), a fluffy steamed bun filled with yummy traditional toppings. This interactive experience is perfect for food lovers who want to taste and create authentic Taiwanese flavors while making new friends!

Step into everyday Japan with a hands-on cooking experience in a traditional Japanese home. Hosted by Sayuri, an experienced natural food chef, this intimate small-group experience combines seasonal Japanese home cooking with the warmth of Japanese hospitality. Prepare your own bento, sushi rolls, and seasonal side dishes, then enjoy your meal in a peaceful tatami room overlooking a koi garden. Finish with freshly whisked matcha and seasonal Japanese sweets. With a maximum of 4 guests, this is a personal way to experience Japanese food, culture, and everyday life away from the crowds of central Osaka. Vegetarian and vegan options are available.

Step away from the digital noise and rediscover your inner rhythm in the profound stillness of a historic setting. This is a meditative journey where you become the protagonist of your own tea ritual. Under gentle orientation, you will experience the grounding sensation of ladling steaming water directly from a traditional iron kettle (kama) to whisk your own vibrant matcha. This act of mindfulness is harmoniously paired with handcrafted raw chocolate, designed to nourish both mind and body. In this intimate sanctuary of shared silence, embrace a moment of true serenity and reset your senses.

Hands-on Sweets Workshop: Learn to craft traditional Nerikiri wagashi (Japanese sweets) from scratch in a hands-on session. Authentic Matcha Experience: Enjoy your handmade sweets with freshly whisked matcha tea inside a traditional Japanese tea house. Scenic Park Train Ride: Enjoy a relaxing, picturesque train ride through the beautiful grounds of Showa Kinen Park to the Japanese Garden. Masterful Bonsai Garden: Explore an exquisite collection of carefully manicured, historic Bonsai trees and learn about this living art. Flexible Free Exploration: Stay and explore the massive, scenic Showa Kinen Park at your own pace after the guided tour ends.

With our long-term experience instructor will help you to learn the art of Thai cooking easily with step by step from our hands-on learning method will enable you to learn a lot more about traditional authentic Thai herbs, ingredients and the technique of balancing Thai favor to the healthy and delicious meal.

. Discover the flavors of Bali through a unique luxury cooking experience at The Balé Nusa Dua, a 5-star resort. Begin with an amazing visit to a local fish market, where you’ll explore fresh ingredients and experience how locals shop for their daily catch. Back at the resort, join Chef Beny for an engaging hands-on cooking class and prepare a refined four-course Balinese meal using the ingredients you’ve selected. After cooking, sit down and enjoy a delicious lunch featuring the dishes you’ve created yourself, turning your cooking experience into a memorable culinary journey. The experience continues with time to relax at the resort’s stunning main pool, where you can unwind in elegant luxury cabanas after lunch. Perfect for food lovers, culture seekers, couples, and travelers looking for an authentic Balinese experience combined with five-star comfort.

We hope that orders can be placed at least 24 hours ahead of the cut-off time, so that we can have more time to prepare and ensure a pleasant experience for you. At noon, we will pick you up and drive you to a Chess and Cards Room to learn mahjong. The activity will last for about four hours. During the activity, our instructor will introduce the basic rules of mahjong and three core moves. Under his guidance, you will quickly get the hang of this game. Then, we will transfer to another location to attend a cooking class, which will last for about three hours. After booking, please leave us a message telling us which food you would like to make during the cooking class so that we can prepare materials accordingly. During the class, a local chef will instruct you to hand-make Chinese foods and introduce their cultural significance, helping you better understand Chinese culture. After the activity, we will drive you back to the original location.

Experience authentic Japanese home cooking in a real local home in Osaka with Keiko, who has over 20 years of teaching experience. This private cooking class goes beyond simply following recipes—you’ll discover Japanese food culture, learn authentic cooking techniques, and enjoy personalized guidance in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Using fresh ingredients and traditional family recipes, you’ll create dishes you can easily recreate at home. Recipes, photos, and videos are included, making this a perfect experience for food lovers, couples, families, and anyone seeking an authentic cultural experience in Japan.

Experience authentic Japanese home cooking in a warm and welcoming local home in Osaka. Learn to make two types of ramen with handmade noodles, crispy handmade gyoza, traditional wagashi, and your own bowl of matcha. Guided by Keiko, who has over 20 years of teaching experience, you’ll learn traditional cooking techniques, Japanese food culture, and the secrets of her homemade miso, aged for about 10 months. This private, hands-on cooking class includes personalized instruction, printed recipes, and photos and videos to help you recreate the experience long after your trip to Japan.

Delve into the vibrant world of Peranakan cuisine with this four-hour cooking class at Kanta Phuket. Learn to prepare authentic dishes that blend Chinese, Malay, and Thai influences while guided by skilled chefs who share the secrets of traditional recipes. Choose two main dishes, such as Spicy Prawns Sambal or Classic Tom Yum Goong, and finish with a delightful dessert, all while enjoying the rich culinary heritage of Phuket. Take home exclusive souvenirs, including a cooking class certificate and a Kanta cookbook, to keep the flavors alive long after your visit.

Discover the lesser-known traditions of Singapore with an intimate dedicated to tea culture and fortune-telling. Nestled in a heritage tea house, a local host guides you through the nuances of traditional Asian tea appreciation, where you'll savor premium teas paired with delightful local snacks. As the evening unfolds, delve into ancient Eastern mysticism with fortune-telling practices rooted in Chinese astrology and zodiac traditions. Engage in enriching conversations about luck, relationships, and cultural beliefs that have influenced local communities for generations. This unique gathering offers curious travelers a chance to bond over tea and stories in a relaxed, memorable setting.

Visit local market. Step into a real local Singapore Chinese home and experience the warmth of traditional family cooking culture. Unlike a commercial cooking studio, this small-group experience focuses on authentic human connection, homemade food traditions, and hands-on participation. You’ll explore two traditional Chinese fermentation crafts — homemade fermented rice drink and handmade bao making — while learning stories about family life, festive foods, and Chinese culinary traditions in Singapore. After the cooking session, enjoy the Chinese traditional fermented rice drink and handmade bao you prepared, and learn how to use chopsticks in a relaxed local home setting. From kneading dough and shaping bao to sharing tea and conversation around the table, this experience offers a cozy and meaningful way to connect with local culture through food.

Escape the tourist trail and discover authentic Newari cuisine in the historic town of Panauti, just 1.5 Hours from Kathmandu. Your experience begins with a hotel pickup and scenic drive to a traditional family home, where you’ll join a hands-on cooking class led by locals. Learn to prepare iconic Newari dishes like Chatamari, Bara, Yomari, and Chhoila, with optional dal bhat and local meat curry. More than just cooking, you’ll discover the cultural stories, festival traditions, and unique spices behind every dish. After enjoying the meal together, explore Panauti’s ancient temples, stone-paved alleys, and rich heritage on a guided village walk. You can also extend the journey to Namobuddha Monastery for panoramic Himalayan views. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

An exclusive wagyu experience in Tokyo, led by a meat pro with 10+ years in the trade and Japan's top meat certification. Most "wagyu" abroad is crossbred — in Japan, only pure breeds can legally be called "Wagyu." Today you taste the real thing. What you'll experience (about 2 hours): 1. Treasure Box: Open a smoke-filled "tamatebako" to reveal today's A5 wagyu and Akaushi. Keep the cattle's ID as proof. 2. Slice It Yourself: Cut A5 wagyu with a Japanese knife, guided by a pro. 3. Tare & Yakiniku: Make my yakiniku sauce, then grill different cuts. 4. Wagyu Sushi: With red-vinegar rice and fresh Mazuma wasabi, Edo-style. 5. Sukiyaki: My secret broth, dipped in "Yumeou," Japan's top egg. Not a restaurant meal — a hands-on experience with a true meat pro. You'll leave knowing what real Japanese wagyu is.

This experience is designed for guests who want to take part in more than just making nigiri and sushi rolls. Guests experience several steps that contribute to the sushi they will later make and enjoy, including receiving the seafood ingredients used in the class from local wholesale vendors in Tsukiji Market, mixing sushi rice in a traditional wooden tub, and trying basic fish-slicing techniques. The class is limited to a maximum of six guests, allowing everyone to take an active part in the experience while receiving close attention and guidance from the host. It is led by a licensed guide with experience from more than 200 sushi-making sessions as a host and interpreter. Guests also learn practical tips for making better sushi, gain insights into sushi and Japanese seafood culture, and receive additional information that can be useful during their stay in Japan.

Would you like to enjoy a bowl of matcha in a historic Japanese town just outside Tokyo? In Kawagoe, you can experience authentic Chado in English while discovering a different side of Japan. Unlike the busy atmosphere of central Tokyo, Kawagoe offers a slower and more peaceful atmosphere, with traditional streets, historic buildings, and a unique sense of old Japan. This experience is not simply about learning how to drink matcha. I would like you to slow down, enjoy the season through the tea utensils and shikishi artwork, and experience a small moment of Japanese culture during your journey.

Deepen your appreciation for Japanese cuisine in Hiroshima with an intimate sushi-making class led by a professional chef. This hands-on experience begins with tasting freshly made Dashi, a savory broth that forms the foundation of Japanese cooking. Learn how to craft 4 to 5 pieces of premium sushi, mastering the delicate techniques of sushi shaping. Complete your culinary journey with a serving of chawanmushi or clear soup, showcasing the rich flavors of the Dashi you created. Ideal for food enthusiasts and families alike, this class offers an authentic taste of Japan’s culinary heritage.

Experience everyday life with a real Japanese family in a private home rather than a tourist attraction or cooking studio. Your family has welcomed more than 30 international guests through cultural exchange and homestay experiences, creating meaningful connections with visitors from around the world. Activities change with the seasons and may include harvesting vegetables from your family garden, preparing home-style dishes, learning about Japanese food culture, and sharing time around the family table. Each experience is personalized according to guests’ interests, offering an authentic opportunity to discover a side of Japan that most travelers never see. Small groups, a welcoming atmosphere, and genuine interaction make this a memorable cultural experience beyond traditional sightseeing.

What makes this class special is the chef's live performances: a sea bream filleting demonstration performed right in front of you, and a wagyu beef nigiri show where the beef is seared tableside with a torch. You'll also make the restaurant founder's original California roll recipe, something you won't find anywhere else. The venue features a live fish tank, so you can see the fish before it becomes your sushi — a genuine, hands-on experience led by a skilled itamae in the heart of Kabukicho.

Step inside KHMER Wooden HOUSE, one of Battambang's authentic traditional wooden homes, and discover the stories, architecture, and cultural heritage that have shaped Cambodian life for generations. Hosted by the owner, this intimate experience offers personal insights into local traditions, family history, and the craftsmanship behind Khmer wooden houses. Enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, cultural exchange, and unique photo opportunities in a living heritage setting.

Immerse yourself in traditional Japanese culture Hosted by a tea farming family, sharing matcha from field to bowl. Use ceremonial organic matcha and learn to prepare it yourself with care. Experience Zen, stillness, and mindfulness through a simple ritual.