Top Asia Food & Drink Classes - page 4

There’s no better souvenir of your Thai vacation than the gift of Thai cuisine. At this Bangkok cooking class, learn to make four different dishes: hot and sour tom yum soup, pad thai fried noodles, mango with sticky rice, and either green, red, or panang curry. After enjoying the fruits of your labors, you’ll take home a recipe book to recreate the flavors—the morning class even includes a market tour.

Learn to cook authentic Balinese food in the island in which it originated with this cooking class. You'll start with a visit to a morning market where you'll learn all about local ingredients. Then it's time to hit the kitchen, where you'll learn the art of making sauces and pastes as well as side dishes and main courses; which you’ll then get to eat!

Learn to make a traditional Japanese meal during this private cooking lesson in Sapporo. Join a professional culinary instructor for a hands-on workshop including starters, main dishes, and side dishes such as sushi, somen noodles, and grilled chicken. Get advice and recipes for recreating the Japanese feast back home.

Making a delicious Thai curry takes great ingredients, patience, and knowledge of important techniques—such as how to prepare fresh curry paste. Eliminate the guesswork in the kitchen, and boost your Thai culinary expertise with this hands-on Thai cooking class. During the lesson, find out secret techniques for both preparing and storing Thai dishes, and best of all—taste the fruits of your labor at the end.

Get a taste for the unique flavors of Thai and Akha cooking with this Chiang Mai cooking class. Learn about the culture and cuisine of the Akha people, visit the local market to buy ingredients (morning class only), and learn to prepare several different dishes, both Thai and Akha. A souvenir cookbook from your session is also included, as are transfers from central Chiang Mai hotel.

Learn to cook like a local with this small-group cooking class with market visit in Singapore. Start the morning with a visit to a local wet market to learn about different ingredients and enjoy breakfast at a local coffee shop, where you will also learn how to order coffee. Learn different cooking techniques and how to make several authentic local dishes from scratch, along with insights on Singaporean history and culture.

The ideal experience for foodie travelers—an authentic Balinese cooking class, hosted by a local chef in the jungle surroundings of Ubud. Learn about the spices and ingredients used in Balinese cookery and discover new flavors at the morning market, and choose your ingredients for the class. Then, at the workshop, learn how to use them using traditional techniques, and eat your masterpieces as a sit down meal.

Immerse yourself in Vietnamese cuisine in this small-group cooking class in Hanoi. Start with a visit to the largest market in the city, where you will get to sample local dishes, purchase fresh ingredients and see a glimpse of the daily life of locals. Learn how to make three authentic Vietnamese dishes, which can you savor afterwards with tea and coffee.

Learn how to prepare a traditional Sri Lankan meal from start to finish during this private, half-day organic cooking workshop in Sigiriya. Relax in the home of a local family as you gather ingredients from the garden, learn about Sri Lankan spices, and aid in the preparation of a multi-dish curry dinner. Then, simply sit back and enjoy the meal prepared.

Learn the complexities of Balinese cuisine in a cooking class taught by an expert chef. You’ll prepare a 3-course meal using a variety of spices blended with the freshest vegetables, meat and fish. Select from three menus (including vegetarian) and upgrade for an optional morning visit to the Jimbaran fish market, accompanied by the chef. Afterward, enjoy your creations for lunch or dinner. Bonus: you can keep your class apron as a souvenir!

Discover the techniques to prepare four types of kimchi during a small-group cooking class in Seoul. Begin with a tour of Mangwon Market to learn about Korean food culture and how to find the freshest ingredients. Set in the home and guided by a professional chef, you’ll enjoy ample one-on-one attention from your instructor. Afterward, you’re ready to make this iconic side dish back home.

Soba noodles are a staple of Japanese cuisine, and a treat for visitors in Japan—but learning how to craft these hand-cut buckwheat noodles is usually left to professional chefs, and especially tricky if you don't speak Japanese. During this private cooking workshop in Sapporo, mix flour and stretch and cut the dough to master the art of making soba yourself. Then, sit down to enjoy your freshly prepared meal.

Learn how to whisk matcha like a pro during this matcha-matching class in the heart of Asakusa, one of Tokyo's most traditional neighborhoods. Under the guidance of your instructor, learn the art of preparing matcha step by step then enjoy a cup accompanied by some delicious traditional Japanese sweets.

Perform a traditional Japanese tea ceremony dressed in a ceremonial kimono during this small-group cultural experience in Kyoto. Learn about the meaning of different kimono patterns and the history behind the tea ceremony from your guide, then watch the professional tea master prepare a cup of tea. Sip your tea and learn about Japanese manners during a tea ceremony, then enjoy the opportunity to try your hand at brewing your own.

Go beyond sightseeing and connect with Japanese culture at a tea ceremony in Tokyo while wearing a kimono. Learn how to make matcha green tea the traditional way in a formal room during this hands-on experience that includes kimono dressing assistance and offers an authentic and respectful way to dress up in a group or as a solo traveler. Tickets must be exchanged for direct entry at the starting point.

Break up a day of sightseeing with this small-group sake tasting tour in Tokyo. Sip, swirl, and sample over 30 different bottles of sake, as you deepen your understanding of this popular Japanese rice wine with an expert guide. Learn about manufacturing processes, production areas, and flavors as you swap tasting notes with fellow travelers. Plus, each tasting comes with a curated selection of appetizers to refresh your palate.

It is a completely private soba-noodle-making experience at a real handmade soba restaurant. ① Experience at a real handmade soba restaurant instead of a tourist cooking class The venue is a soba restaurant that has been open in Sapporo for more than 10 years and where local customers actually come to eat. ② Direct support from current soba artisans The soba-making craftsmen who serve the customers each morning provide meticulous support using the actual tools used in the shop. ③ Experience the whole process of making buckwheat noodles Using buckwheat flour and wheat from Hokkaido, you will experience the process from mixing flour and water to kneading, stretching and cutting. ④ Tasting freshly made soba noodles on the spot After the experience, you can enjoy your own soba noodles with cold and warm sauce and condiments. ⑤ Completely private experience for one group only It's fun for family and friends alone because it doesn't involve other groups.Beginners and children are welcome. Walking distance from Shiroi Koibito Park. It is also recommended for those who want to experience authentic Japanese food culture in Sapporo in combination with sightseeing at Shiroi Koibito Park.

Add the finishing touch to your Canggu villa vacation and bring home the perfect souvenir from Indonesia, when you book this private cooking tutor to teach you three local favorites at your very own villa. Master the art of gado-gado salad, corn fritters, chicken in sweet soy sauce, or klepon, a coconut and palm sugar sweet. Your chef will bring all the supplies and even do the dishes.

Lovers of good food and drink won't want to miss this sake-tasting session with a sake expert from the international sake sommelier team in Tokyo. Learn about different varieties of this traditional Japanese drink and the kinds of foods that pair well with it. Sample at least six different kinds of sake along with specially chosen snacks to complement them. Enjoy the experience with old friends and new, and leave with newfound knowledge to use and share.

Mochi is one of Japan’s most popular treats—sticky rice cakes with a variety of sweet or savory fillings. On this tour, learn how mochi is made from a local chef in her own home and get hands-on as you make your own. Create different varieties such as red bean filling, mochi ice cream, mitarashi dango (skewered mochi with sweet soy), or wagashi (candy-style mochi), then sit down to sample your creations with traditional matcha tea.

If you’re a fan of sushi, learn to make it yourself the authentic Japanese way during a sushi-making cooking class in Tsukiji. Your expert sushi-chef instructor will share insider tips and guide you through fish preparation, knife techniques, and sushi shaping. Learn about different types of sushi, and make two—nigiri and rolled sushi—before enjoying your creations. Sake and soft drinks are available for purchase to complement your meal.

Get a taste of the authentic Bali in a sustainable way when you join a cooking class at this community-run organic farm and cooking school. Pick veggies from the green garden, tour a traditional market (morning experience only), and prepare a delicious meal of six Indonesian dishes. Once you and your small group have prepared and shared your feast, take home a recipe book to recreate the flavors.

Learn to cook like a local, from a local, during this Thai culinary experience at Ya’s Cookery School in Krabi. Choose fresh ingredients, and get hands-on guidance on creating authentic Thai dishes from professional chef, Ya. Learn the secrets behind classics like massaman curry, pad Thai, and more, and then savor your creations. This immersive experiences means you can take home flavors of your Thai vacations.

Get the most out of your time in Tokyo by learning an essential Japanese culinary skill—how to prepare sushi from scratch. To ensure you get the perfect package to suit your preferences, you can choose between a standard class or one that includes sake tastings. With expert guidance from an instructor, you can pick up authentic techniques for making different sushi styles that go far beyond what you’d learn from a recipe alone.