Thai Cooking Class with Local Market Tour in Koh Samui
Recommended by 90% of travelers
Koh Samui, Thailand
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Learn all about the entire process of making delicious Thai dishes with this combo cooking class and market tour. You'll start at the market, where your instructor will teach you all about local herbs and spices. You'll then head back to your cooking school, where you'll learn to make four different dishes and a dessert with the help of your local instructor.
- Learn Thai cooking from a local professional
- Small group sizes for personal attention from your instructor
- All ingredients will be provided
- Round-trip hotel transfers are included
Sample Menu
Starter
Appetizers
Spring Roll
Main
Soup
Tom Yum(Spicy soup), Tom Kah(Coconut milk soup)
Main
Salad
Som Tam(Papaya salad), Glass Noodle Salad
Main
Curry
Green Curry, Massaman Curry, Panang Curry
Main
Stir-Fried Noodles
Pad Thai(Noodles fried), Pad Kee Mao(Noudle fried spicy)
Main
Stir-Fried
Fried Rice, Pad Ka Pao(Stir-fried with hot basil)
Main
Dessert
Banana Coconut Milk
What's Included
- Free Hotel Pickup from Choeng Mon, Chaweng, Chaweng noi
- Certified Thai chefs
- Ingredients all included
- All the Cooking equipment you will need
- Small classes for more personal experience
- Individual working spaces
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
• Free hotel pick up from your hotel • Pick up zone • Bangrak, Choeng Mon, Chaweng, Chaweng Noi, (Lamai on request).
What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Extra charge for followers (not cooking) over 10 years old 800 baht and children under 10 years 500 baht (Payable directly to the driver).
- You will choose 3 dishes before the market tour
- Any dish can be made with chicken, beef, pork, prawn, squid, fish or vegetarian version.
- This activity is not suitable for guests arriving by cruise ship or large boat.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Gemma_B
Thank you for a lovely afternoon. We enjoyed learning so much about local produce and how to cook a variety of tasty Thai dishes. It was a privilege to have the lesson in the chef’s house, and as she said it is a real ‘local’ experience. Would highly recommend it.
Reviews
4.5
based on 87 reviews
Alasdair_G, Apr 2026
We had a fantastic time. We were lucky enough to have the class to ourselves, which made it even more special. The instruction was friendly and knowledgeable, the experience was fun, and the food was delicious.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are truly delighted to hear that you had a fantastic time and enjoyed having the class to yourselves, making the experience even more special.
Your kind words mean a lot to us and will be shared with our team. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Kym_B, Mar 2026
June was very lovely,
Showed us what to purchase from local markets I learnt how to cook 3 of my favourite Thai dish's and also got a tour of her garden was magnificent.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re so happy to hear that you had such an enjoyable experience with June.
It’s great that you were able to explore the local market, learn to cook your favorite Thai dishes, and enjoy a tour of her beautiful garden.
We truly appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Anthony_K, Jan 2026
Superb half day’s introduction to Thai approach to all things food. As a group you pre-choose 3 dishes you want to prepare and beware, whether you come in the morning or afternoon you get to eat each course as you prepare it so a busy morning munching as well as cooking, you can take your food away with you. Pleasant in-garden but under cover kitchen so great activity for those odd rainy days! The owner is a lovely local lady speaking excellent English.
Tip for the wise, the majority of her bookings are for the afternoon sessions so if you want something a little quieter maybe plump for a morning session.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your thoughtful review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the hands-on cooking experience and the chance to taste each course as you prepared it.
We also appreciate your helpful tip about the timing of the sessions, it’s sure to be useful for future guests looking for a quieter experience. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Shri_V, Dec 2025
We had an absolutely fantastic time at this Thai cooking class. It was a genuinely authentic experience from start to finish. The class began with a visit to a local market, where everything was clearly explained, from unfamiliar produce to everyday staples which really set the context for the dishes we cooked later.
Back at the kitchen, the instructor took time to walk us through every Thai herb and vegetable, explaining not just what they were, but how and why they’re used. Each cooking station was perfectly organised, with ingredients laid out in order, making the process easy to follow and stress-free.
What really stood out were the small hacks and tips shared along the way, the kind of practical knowledge you don’t usually get from a recipe book. If you’re a foodie and love understanding the “why” behind the flavours, this is an experience we’d highly recommend.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the entire cooking class, glad you appreciated the practical tips and behind the scenes knowledge that make the class unique.
Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope to welcome you back for another culinary adventure in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Kimberley_M, Sep 2025
This authentic and well organised cooking class with June from Samui Good Herb was excellent. I especially liked that it took place in June’s home in Lamai and ended with a local fresh food market tour. The tour gave me the confidence to visit other food markets and know what to buy.
June was a great teacher. She gave us a briefing on typical Thai ingredients and recipes before we started cooking which was useful. The recipes were presented in easy to follow steps with ingredients partially prepped. June made sure to help when necessary but was careful not to take over which I appreciated. She also reminded us to take photos of the ingredients and various steps of recipes we chose to cook so it would be easier to replicate when we got back home.
Thanks June, it was a great experience. Highly recommended.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cooking class overall. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us, and we would be honored to welcome you to another class in the future.
Best regards,
Tawan
Oh-Hoo Team
Jeff_C, Aug 2025
I learned so much & I don’t cook. I love Thai food & am empowered to try on my own. True chef teaching from her home. She’s incredibly knowledgeable & makes you feel happy!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed learning Thai cooking and felt empowered to try it on your own. Your recommendation means a lot, and we hope to welcome you again on another trip soon.
Best Regards,
Tawan
Oh-Hoo Team
Gemma_B, Aug 2025
Thank you for a lovely afternoon. We enjoyed learning so much about local produce and how to cook a variety of tasty Thai dishes. It was a privilege to have the lesson in the chef’s house, and as she said it is a real ‘local’ experience. Would highly recommend it.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed learning about local produce and cooking a variety of delicious Thai dishes. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience.
Best Regards,
Tawan
Oh-Hoo Team
Karen_L, Mar 2025
We had an amazing time at the Thai cooking class! It started with a trip to the local market, where our instructor walked us through the different herbs, vegetables, and spices—we even picked out some of our own fresh ingredients. Back in the kitchen, we learned how to make green curry from scratch, Thai pad (pad Thai), and crispy spring rolls. The instructor was patient, fun, and gave great tips on authentic techniques and flavors. It was hands-on, delicious, and a great way to dive into Thai culture. Highly recommend for anyone wanting to learn how to make these traditional dishes!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback. We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Thai cooking class, It’s fantastic that the hands on experience, authentic tips, and friendly instruction made the class both fun and informative.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another culinary adventure soon.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Jacqueline_S, Mar 2025
We had a great time. The visit to the markets was really interesting. The cooking school was well set up and all the instructions were so easy to follow. The food we made was delicious and so quick and easy to prepare- I liked that each person could cook their own choices. Was a really good experience
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your wonderful review. We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great time exploring the markets and enjoying the cooking school.
We hope to welcome you back for another fun and tasty cooking adventure soon.
Best Regards,
Tawan
Oh-Hoo Team
Irene_C, Mar 2025
On a very hot day
We were treated to a lovely session
Plenty of food we could not finish it
Taken to the market and our host explained the veggies on offer and we even bought stuff
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for sharing your kind review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cooking session, even on a hot day, and that the food was plentiful and delicious.
We hope to welcome you back for another enjoyable culinary experience soon.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Debra_L, Feb 2025
It isn’t close to the cruise port. There is an additional cost from the service provider for transportation to the class.
But it’s definitely worthwhile. The instructor is great. She efficiently walked us through the preparation of the dishes. More than enough food! Great flavors provided by herbs from her garden, right next to the cook tops.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your honest and helpful review. We appreciate you pointing out that the location is not close to the cruise port and that transportation comes at an additional cost, as this is valuable information for future guests.
Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you again in the future for another enjoyable class.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Alexander_W, Jan 2025
Horrible operator. Tries to reschedule last minute based on which tickets sold on which platform. Avoid at any cost
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Dear Valued Customer,
We sincerely apologize for your experience and understand how frustrating last-minute rescheduling can be. We strive to provide a seamless and reliable experience, and we regret that this did not happen in your case. Your feedback is very important, and we will address this issue with our team to improve our processes. If there is anything we can do to assist you further, please reach out to us directly.
Best regards,
Oh Hoo Travel
Chet_M, Dec 2024
Excellent cooking class with authentic, local flair. This is at the chef's house and she is very warm and open to various diets.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cooking class and appreciated the authentic local atmosphere at the chef’s home.
Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you back for another experience in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Eliza_F, Dec 2024
The experience was amazing. The cooking class was very small and intimate which was great. We were given lots of information and each step was explained. It was very easy to follow and the food was delicious. The experience was traditional Thai cooking with lots of background information into the ingredients and recipes. The tour of the markets was insightful and showed a more realistic traditional Thai market.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your kind and detailed review. We’re truly delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience and enjoyed the small, intimate setting of the cooking class.
It’s wonderful to know that the explanations were clear and informative, making each step easy to follow, and that you enjoyed the delicious results of your cooking.
Thank you again for sharing your feedback. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Kassia_T, Dec 2024
Great way to experience Thailand. Um was great. We toured her garden. Then picked our menu, and made some delicious dishes.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and found it to be a great way to experience Thailand.
We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Amy_H, Dec 2024
Our host was extremely informative, telling us all about the produce and the different components of each dishes. We also got to make a variety of dishes which were all incredible. Honestly some of the best food we’ve had in Thailand so far that we can now make at home! Would definitely recommend. 10/10.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that our host provided such informative insights into the ingredients and components of each dish, and that you enjoyed preparing a wide variety of incredible meals.
Your recommendation and 10/10 rating truly mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Nicola_H, Nov 2024
Loved the cooking class and the teacher was very great. Would recommend this as the teacher gives you the local experience of Thai culture.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you loved the cooking class and had such a great experience with the teacher.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again for another authentic Thai experience in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Calvin_K, Oct 2024
Fantastic authentic Thai cooking experience. We had a great time at this lovely lady's house using food from her garden right next to the cooking station. Never had Thai food like it
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic and authentic Thai cooking experience.
It’s lovely to know that you enjoyed learning and cooking with fresh ingredients from the garden, and that the experience made the food even more special.
Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We hope to welcome you again for another memorable experience in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Maria_P, Aug 2024
Jul was a great host. Picked us up at our Hotel, took us on a tour of a local market and then into her home for rhe cooking class. She was knowledgeable, efficient, the food was delicious and we had a great time.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you very much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great time during the cooking class.
It’s wonderful to know that Jul took good care of you from the hotel pick-up to the market visit and the cooking session at her home. We’re happy that you enjoyed learning about the ingredients, the cooking process, and of course the delicious food you prepared.
Your kind words mean a lot, and we’re glad the experience was both fun and memorable. We hope to welcome you again in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Irma_K, Aug 2024
My partner and I were fortunate enough to be the only students at the cooking class. Pick up from our accommodation was super easy, with on-time pick-up. We made a stop at the local market to pick up a few ingredients before we made our way back to the class. We cooked 2 curries and a noodle dish. Both of which were absolutely delicious! Cooking all of the dishes from scratch made all the difference with the flavours in the dishes. I highly recommend this class if you are visiting Koh Samui!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are delighted to hear that you and your partner enjoyed the cooking class and that the on-time pick-up and market visit added to your day.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable experience on Koh Samui in the future.
Best Regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Samantha_S, Aug 2024
Had the best time going to the local market and cooking the goods. Jul is very patient and a skilled teacher. Definitely recommend this class
Adam_M, Jul 2024
We had an amazing time learning how to cook Thai dishes. Our host was very informative. She took the time to teach and help us through making the dishes. Food was so fresh and delicious.
Beth_I, Jun 2024
Great local guide with lots of knowledge and experience and words of wisdom. Great authentic experience.
Linda_H, Jun 2024
Great group, simple and easy and learnt so much. The food was so easy the host was so good at showing us and helping us
Aaron_D, Jun 2024
Such a great experience to do as a group. Our instructor was very helpful and knowledgeable. We were able to pick out our dishes we wanted to make prior to arrival. Would definitely do this again! Who knew we could actually cook?
Sonyia_J, Apr 2024
The cooking class location is not what you would expect (from previous cooking classes that have been at a restaurant), this is down a rough track surrounded by some houses and near a building site. Regardless, the lady is enthusiastic to share her knowledge and encourages you to do everything. She grows the majority of the fruits and vegetables used in her garden and the class is concluded with a walk around it. I never knew that pineapples are red before maturing! A good experience.
Emma_H, Mar 2024
The cooking class was excellent. A list of meals to choose from before you go to suit everyone’s taste. The guide was lovely and so knowledgeable. One of the best things we’ve done. As a bonus the food was incredible.
Martin_C, Mar 2024
Had a lovely cooking class and market tour. The recipes were delicious and easy to follow and we learned a lot. Highly recommend!
Conor_T, Mar 2024
If I could leave zero stars i would. I booked this, paid in full and got my confirmation email. Then on the day of my cooking class they emailed me to say. Your class is already booked up would you like to change your date. I couldn't as I was tight on time so missed out on doing a cooking class altogether. What kind of disorganised organisation over books so badly they have to just cancel my booking.
Don't book and plan around the class as it could be cancelled on you last minute.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Dear valued customer,
We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and disappointment you experienced with your cooking class booking. Your feedback is incredibly valuable to us, and we're truly sorry for any inconvenience caused by the overbooking issue.
We understand how frustrating it can be to have your plans disrupted, especially when you're looking forward to a specific activity. Please know that we're taking immediate steps to address this issue internally and prevent it from happening again in the future.
Your trust in us is paramount, and we're committed to ensuring that such incidents are rectified promptly. Should you consider giving us another chance in the future, we'll do our utmost to provide you with a seamless and enjoyable experience.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we appreciate your understanding.
Warm regards,
Oh-Hoo Team
Donna_H, Mar 2024
What a wonderful experience we had doing our Family Cooking Class ! Everything from our trip to local market to buy our fresh ingredients to our finished dishes was such a great experience! Our lovely lady explained all the ingredients to us, as well as there herbal remedies!
We loved how easy it was to make these dishes and how good they tasted! Best Red Curry I’ve ever had Chicken Pad Tai was pretty yum as well! A fun day by all!
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