Traditional Sabah Cooking Class and Taste Local Flavors

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

3 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Explore our promoted experiences

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

5.0

(1)

Taste Of Borneo Cooking Class

from US$98

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

Mari Mari Cultural Village Visit Tickets with Lunch

from US$103

Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, City Tour & Fireflies

Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia

4.6

(9)

Kota Kinabalu: Bongawan River Cruise, City Tour & Fireflies

from US$28

Price varies by group size

Viator earns higher commissions on experiences featured here

Overview

Sample Menu

Main

Linopot

A traditional Sabahan rice wrapped in leaf, often mixed with yam or sweet potato. A portable, flavorful meal enjoyed with various side dishes.

Main

Hinava

Hinava is a traditional Kadazan-Dusun dish of fresh raw fish cured with lime, ginger, chili, and shallots. A zesty Sabahan delicacy.

Main

Pinasakan Sada

Pinasakan Sada is a signature Kadazan-Dusun dish of fish simmered with takob-akob fruit, turmeric, and herbs for a rich sour-savory taste

Main

Chicken Tuhau

Chicken Tuhau is a unique Sabahan dish, stir-fried chicken with wild ginger (tuhau), chili, and spices, giving a fragrant, tangy, and bold flavor.

Main

Stir-fried Wild Garlic Shoots with Anchovies

A fragrant dish of stir-fried wild garlic shoots with anchovies, chili, and spices—simple yet full of Sabahan homestyle flavor.

What's Included

Lunch
Public transportation

Private transportation

Outside Kota Kinabalu area. (can be arranged with extra charge)
Travel Insurance

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

• By GrabCar: The host will arrange a GrabCar and share the ride details with you via WhatsApp for your convenience. • By Host’s Car: Alternatively, you may be picked up directly by the host in their own car.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Pushchair accessible
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Supplied by

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveller Photos

Gallery picture 1 (from a traveller's review)

Gallery picture 2 (from a traveller's review)

Reviews

5.0

based on 5 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

We perform checks on reviews

Highly highly recommend, fantastic

Lauryn_C, Jul 2026

Fantastic experience! Highly recommend!! Dedie was great, so friendly and explained everything, she told us about the culture of Malaysia, this wasn’t just a cooking class it was so much more. Also the food was great and was great to least about different food in their culture.

Our family had an amazing...

Tanvi_N, Jun 2026

Our family had an amazing time at the traditional cooking class in Kota Kinabalu! It was our first cooking class experience and was such a fun and memorable activity for our family. A special thank you to Didie, who was an exceptional host and teacher. She made us feel welcome from the moment we arrived and created such a warm, relaxed, and enjoyable atmosphere. Her instructions were clear and easy to follow, and she shared fascinating insights into Sabahan culture and the stories behind each dish, making the experience so much more meaningful. The class was hands-on, well-organized, and suitable for all ages. The ingredients were fresh, the recipes were authentic, and the food we prepared was absolutely delicious. It felt less like a class and more like being welcomed into a local family’s kitchen. If you’re looking for an authentic cultural experience in Kota Kinabalu, we can’t recommend this enough. Thank you, Didie, for your wonderful hospitality and for giving our family such a memorable experience!

Excellent day out

Alan_B, Mar 2026

Fabulous experience. Dedie was a great instructor. Allowed me to do all the prep and cooking. Food was glorious. Would certainly recommend.

Experience cooking in Sabah (also vegetarian)

Marvin_K, Aug 2026

During our stay in Sabah, we had to bridge some time until our connecting flight. I asked Didie on short notice if anything was available. She replied super quickly and also made a vegetarian cooking class possible for us upon request. When we arrived at the D.Joy Shop, we were immediately welcomed warmly. Didie first introduced us to the products we would be working with, including some fruits and spices that we didn't even know yet. She professionally guided us through the individual steps of the recipe, and we were able to learn techniques that we hadn't known before. It was nice that the entire course took place outdoors. The cooking class was a lot of fun, we were able to learn a lot, and above all, the food tasted great at the end. Thank you very much for the experience.

Auto-translated