Top Asia Dining Experiences - page 3

Learn how to make authentic Thai food from an expert local chef when visiting Ao Nang. This half-day cooking class starts with convenient pick-up from your hotel, then takes you to your cooking classroom. You’ll learn about ingredients and Thai food culture while you prepare your delicious Thai meal.

Tour A is one of the most popular tours in El Nido, higlights stops are Big Lagoon and Shimizu Island - Seven Commando and Payong Payong shares its unique beauty as well, explore and kayak your way to the most famous lagoon in the Philippines, with karst limestone backdrop, it will surely leave an impression to last a lifetime.

Whether you love cocktails or are simply looking for a unique evening activity, this experience will take you to some of the best hidden bars and spaces in Ho Chi Minh City. At each stop on the tour, you’ll be offered a secret signature cocktail. The drinks were developed by some of Vietnam’s top mixologists with ingredients from local producers.

Our class isn’t just about learning how to cook, it’s about experiencing authentic local life and discovering the true essence of Korea. Forget the tourist traps and what you’ve seen in guidebooks! Join me, a Gen Z Korean homemaker, on a journey to Mangwon Market, where real locals shop. Together, we’ll shop, prep, and cook together. This isn’t just a shopping trip, it’s your chance to experience how locals truly live, eat, and connect in their daily lives. Cooking here isn’t just about recipes; it’s about understanding the cultural meaning behind each dish. From the stories of Korea’s food traditions to the everyday life of its people, you’ll leave with more than just culinary skills—you’ll gain a deeper connection to Korean culture. After our class, you will feel fully confident to cook some Korean when you get home. If you’ve always been curious about Korean culture, this isn’t just a cooking class. It’s a one of a kind chance to live and breathe Korea for a day.

Don’t just eat traditional food in Korea, learn to make it too during this private, customizable Bujeon market tour and home cooking class. Benefit from the personalized attention of your local host, as you pick up techniques and skills which will last longer than any souvenir, including recipes for several lesser-known Korean dishes. It’s a hands-on experience that few travelers get to enjoy.

You won’t just experience a tea ceremony in Tokyo on this small-group tour—you’ll also look the part with an optional free kimono rental, with staff assistance to ensure comfort and authenticity. The tea ceremony is hands-on, giving you the opportunity to practice these traditions as you learn about them. It isn’t just a culinary experience, as you’ll also learn the meaning of “Ichigo Ichie,” a Japanese concept that emphasizes treasuring each moment.

Discover the culinary traditions of Japan in Osaka, one of Japan’s best food cities, on this small-group cooking lesson at a local's home. Learn how to prepare popular Japanese dishes including *okonomiyaki* (savory pancakes), *takoyaki* (deep fried octopus balls), and miso soup. You can expand your Japanese cuisine knowledge, and best of all, eat your creations when you’re finished.

Immerse yourself in China’s imperial history—and enjoy both cultural and culinary offerings—with this Xi’an dinner show. Set during the Tang Dynasty and the rule of Wu Zetian, China’s only female leader, the performance includes colorful costumes, elaborate sets, song and dance, and more. Book tickets in advance, and upgrade to add a dinner accompaniment: pick between a royal banquet and a dumpling banquet.

There’s no better route into any culture than cuisine. Discover Khmer food with a local in their home on this intimate, small-group cooking class. After pickup by tuk-tuk, shop for ingredients at the local market, then prepare and enjoy a 4-course meal including delights such as hot and sour “tom yam” soup and fish in banana leaf. Choose between three different class times, all capped at just six travelers.

Join my exclusive Vegan & Vegetarian Korean Market Adventure at Gwangjang Market. The one and only tour of its kind in Korea. It is led by a professional chef, that selected carefully over 15 dishes to give a large choice of food to all type of diets. Even Gluten free diet if required.

This is an experience where even beginners can easily make nigiri sushi. This is a sushi making experience using popular sushi ingredients such as tuna and salmon. It will be a once in a life time unique experience where you can learn about Japanese culture through traditional Japanese cuisine. A sushi chef will carefully teach you how to make sushi. Once you know how to make it, try making nigiri sushi yourself. It's a very fun experience where you can experience making sushi and eating delicious sushi. You can also wear Japanese costumes, so you can feel like a Sushi Master. Please come and experience Japanese culture in a Japanese-style space. Children 3 years old and under are welcome to join for free by sharing a dish with an adult. As we need to prepare a seat in advance, please contact us before your visit if you are bringing a child who is 3 years old and under.

Discover the skills of Sri Lankan home cooking—something difficult to arrange independently—with this private class in Negombo. Forget using recipes and be welcomed into an authentic family home to experience how locals prep day-to-day dishes. After tea or coffee, cook up coconut milk, curry, rice, and other treats, and sit down to savor your creations for dinner around your host’s table. Upgrade to add a market visit to choose your vegetables and hear about local spices and herbs.

Experience the authentic street foods of Bangkok with our knowledgeable food guide who will show you around the Chinatown area. Travel through the bustling streets to sample local and authentic street foods. Enjoy samples of foods like savory dumplings, sweet pastries, and a variety of other flavors for a better understanding of Chinatow's food culture.

If you haven’t been lucky enough to catch a sumo tournament in Tokyo, don’t worry—this behind-the-scenes experience lets you get closer to the wrestlers than you could watching a match. Not only do you watch a live demonstration, you also tuck into a hearty dinner with the sportsmen while you ask about their profession.

Tokyo has no shortage of great ramen spots, but this class lets you go a step further by learning how to make ramen from scratch. Create three different styles—”miso”, “shoyu”, and “tonkotsu”—and use a professional noodle machine to prepare fresh noodles yourself. With a small group size, you can benefit from plenty of hands-on time and personal guidance from your instructor throughout the experience.

Explore some of Thailand's most-scenic spots on this full-day tour from Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands (Koh Phi Phi). Take to the water in a comfortable catamaran and head for Bamboo Island to snorkel in crystal-clear water. Admire the towering limestone cliffs of Pi Leh Lagoon, then continue to Maya Bay, made famous by the movie "The Beach," where you can snorkel in vibrant Viking Cave. Finally, enjoy the sunset at Maithon Island (better-known as Honeymoon Island).

Explore the highlights of Phang Nga Bay by speedboat on a full-day tour from Phuket. You'll stop at 'James Bond Island' (Khao Phing Kan), visit a Muslim fishing village on the island Koh Panyee, canoe through limestone caves and mangrove forests, and swim in southern Thailand's turquoise blue sea. Includes lunch, guide, and all transportation.

Even if your visit to Japan doesn’t coincide with the official sumo season, you can still watch wrestlers show off their skills during a sumo show experience in Kyoto. Not only will you watch the retired athletes perform classic moves in a traditional ring, but you’ll enjoy unlimited food and drinks, and you can even challenge a wrestler to a match.

Discover how Vietnamese coffee and Vietnamese culture go hand in hand—and learn to make delicious Vietnamese coffee at home—on this culture and coffee masterclass in Hoi An. You’ll uncover the history of Vietnamese coffee and learn about what makes Vietnamese coffee different from coffee in the rest of the world, as well as finding out how French colonization shaped Vietnamese coffee into what it is today.

Japan’s whisky scene has been steadily growing over the past few years, which unfortunately means it can be tricky to know which establishments to check out if you’re hoping to discover this unique beverage. Thankfully, this small-group Japanese whisky tasting experience lets you sample a wide range of different varieties while learning more about the beverage’s storied history.

Osaka is home to some of Japan's best food, and this group sushi-making session is a great way to sharpen your culinary skills. Instead of just going out for sushi, why not learn how to make it at home, too? Eat when you're hungriest with classes in the morning, afternoon, and evening.

Spend an evening aboard a luxury catamaran by going on an Aristocat Evening Dinner Cruise. You won’t have to worry about waiting in long entrance lines as this ticket gives you a guarantee to skip long lines. If you arrive with an appetite, you won’t have to wait until you start sailing to eat, as a welcome drink and canape at the harbor’s Marina Garden is provided. A delicious dinner and live entertainment is included, making it the ultimate evening to remember.

Going beyond the ordinary itinerary, our cruise will take you passing by the most famous part of Halong Bay in Vietnam. Our cruise provides an opportunity to explore breathtaking Luon Cave, Titop Island, and Surprising Cave. Along with a range of exciting activities for travelers to enjoy, including kayaking, swimming, climbing, and sunbathing. This is a great chance to get up close to one of the world’s most stunning natural wonders. With impeccable services, modern facilities, and an interesting itinerary, our cruise promises to bring you an unforgettable journey.

This private tour makes getting from Seoul to scenic Namiseom (Nami) Island, featured in the K-drama “Winter Sonata,” as seamless as possible. Learn about contemporary Korean culture from your guide as you travel and explore Nami Island. Along the way, enjoy a stop at Petite France, a slice of rural France translated into the Korean countryside, and/or the Garden of Morning Calm.