Malaysia Cooking Class With Local (Hands-On!)
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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Sample Menu
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Nasi Lemak
Nasi Lemak is a traditional Malay dish, considered the national dish, that consists of rice cooked in coconut milk with various accompaniments.
Main
Option 2: Curry Laksa
Curry Laksa is a popular and flavorful noodle soup dish that originates from Malaysia.
Main
Option 3: Mee Goreng "fried noodles"
Mee goreng is a popular street food that can be found all over Malaysia.
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Option 4: Kuey Teow Goreng " Stir- Fried Rice Noodles"
The stir fried flat rice noodle is authentic Malaysian dishes.
What's Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Lunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Awana Puri CondominiumJalan 15/119, Taman Mutiara Barat, 56000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
How to get there? 1- Grab ( Local Taxi - Download the app) 2- MRT ( From Pasar seni to Taman Mutiara ( Direct) then walk to Awana Puri Condo, about 300m
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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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
Had such a great time at Fizah’s Malaysian cooking class! She was super lovely and a really great teacher - made everything easy to follow and fun. I felt so welcome in her home, and she was really thoughtful about my allergies, which meant a lot. The food was amazing, and the whole experience felt really personal and relaxed. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try something local and hands-on!
Reviews
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We had a great cooking class! My mom and I loved learning how to make vegetarian laksa, and Fizah told us a lot about Malaysia's food and cooking culture. Delicious food, and great cats as well :)
This was one of our favorite experiences in Kuala Lumpur! Fiza was incredibly sweet, personable, and friendly throughout the entire class. She made us feel so welcome and comfortable, and it was really special that she opened her beautiful home to us for such an authentic experience.
We had so much fun learning to make Nasi Lemak and Kuih Ketayap from scratch. Everything was delicious, and Fiza was patient, knowledgeable, and happy to answer all of our questions along the way. It felt much more personal than a typical cooking class—we genuinely felt like we were guests in someone’s home rather than just participants in an activity.
The food, hospitality, and warm atmosphere made this a highlight of our time in Kuala Lumpur. We would absolutely recommend Fiza’s cooking class to anyone looking for an authentic, intimate, and memorable Malaysian food experience!
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Hello Colton & Megan,
It was such a great pleasure having you both in the class!
We Malaysians always love to open our doors to our guests, treat them warmly, and make them feel welcome throughout the experience. It was wonderful having you both with us.
I really hope you’ll recreate what you learned when you return home and bring a little taste of Malaysia with you.
Again, thank you so much for your kind review. It truly means a lot to us.
All the best from Malaysia, and we hope to see you both again next time!
Regards,
Fizah
During a multi gen trip with my spouse, in laws and kids, we took this cooking class with Fizah. We prepared curry laksa (our choice out of 4 options given) as well as making Kuih Gula Melaka for dessert. This was a great activity to do together as a family; everyone was able to participate, even our elementary aged kids got in on chopping veggies and spices. It was a great way to learn more about the food culture. The food was delicious and I’m excited to try to recreate the meal when I return home. Would highly recommend this activity.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Dear Lauren,
It was such a pleasure having you and the family in the class. We had so much fun, especially with the kids!
I really hope you’ll be able to recreate the experience soon and enjoy some of the little Malaysian treats I gave you. 😊
Take care, and all the best to you and your family.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It really means a lot to me!
Warm regards,
Fizah
Lucky for me, I was treated to a private lesson (booked as a solo traveller) in Fizah’s home! She was so generous with her time, very well prepared and had a lovely, easy-going demeanour. Fizah’s pre-class communication on WhatsApp was excellent, giving (a range of) specific directions to her home and asking for dish preferences (so she could shop for fresh ingredients). The class was well paced, extremely hands on and loaded with tips, info & stories. I chose to make Kuey Teow Goreng & Kuih Ketayap, both awesome choices, and left with a very full belly (and a doggy bag). This class will suit anyone looking for a relaxed, authentic cooking experience based on flavours (not techniques). Go with an empty belly as the portions are very generous and you’ll want to savour every last bite :)
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Hello Rachel,
Thank you for your kind words. I do very much appreciate your review. I hope you going to make it from what you had learned during the class.
Was a pleasure having you in the class.
Thank you again, hope to see you again in future..
Fizah
Great cooking class! I felt very welcomed into the home and the whole experience was warm and friendly. The location was easy to find, and even as someone who is not much of a cook, the class was made simple, fun, and enjoyable. The food we made at the end was absolutely delicious. Would definitely recommend
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Kate,
Thank you so much for the kind review and recommendation of my class.
I really hope you will replicate what you have learned.
And easier to find the ingredients.
Hope to see you again sometime in future when you are in Kuala Lumpur again.
I wish you all the best in Japan.
Take care
Fizah
Amazing Experience! Fizah was extremely knowledgeable and helpful and it was an experience I would highly recommend to anyone interested in food, culture and trying something new. Fizah was extremely knowledgeable and explained every step of the process as we prepared our man meal and dessert. All the ingredients were fresh and the end result amazing for two first time Malay cooks. Definitely worth a try!
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Katie !
Was a pleasure meeting you both. And I so glad you had a good time with me during the class. I really hope you can make it work from what you had learned and cooked together .
I hope you had a wonderful time in Langkawi .
All the best Katie !
Have a beautiful day & thank you again for the beautiful review
Cheers,
Fizah
It was great fun and I learned a lot. Fizah is a great teacher and so knowledgeable. All meals cooked from scratch which I love. And super tasty. My only regret is that I’m not in Kuala Lumpur longer so that I can attend another class. Next time.,…..
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Elaine ,
Was nice meeting you , and thank you for the kind words.
I really hope to see you again someday in my next class.
Who knows when you’ll come back .
Thank you , fizah
Fizah and her husband graciously welcomed us in to their home for this experience. It was very hands on and we learned about Malaysian food, traditions and culture. Fizah showed us how best to prepare each component of the curry laksa dish, answered all questions we had about how to obtain the ingredients back in the US, and even how to freeze the sauce to use for later. She also gave us the recipe for curry laksa and the dessert we made.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Dear Linda & Humphrey!
Was a pleasure having you both in my class. I really hope you could find the ingredients in the USA.
That would be amazing
Once again , thank you so much for the kind words.
Hope to see you again in future
Best regards,
Fizah
We had the best time!!! Fizah is so sweet and we had a great experience. We had the chance to meet Roman as well and they are such a great couple. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Hello Kevin & Marissa!
Thank you for the review, I had good time teaching you both in my kitchen.
I really you hope you going to make it too.
Take care & all the best
Safe travels from us
My 3 hour cooking class finished in less than 2 hours. We only prepared one dish. And even then the host had prepared the condiments ahead of time. I was HIGHLY DISAPPOINTED that we did not learn more and only cooked a simple one dish meal.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Hi Donovan,
Thank you for your feedback. I’m sorry to hear that you felt disappointed with the experience.
To clarify, during the session we prepared one main Malaysian dish together as well as one traditional Malaysian dessert. Some ingredients and condiments are pre prepared in advance to ensure food safety and to allow us to focus more on cooking techniques, flavors, and hands-on experience within the scheduled time.
The class is designed to be approximately 3 hours, but depending on the pace of participants and group size, it may sometimes finish slightly earlier.
I truly value all feedback and will continue improving the experience to make sure future guests leave feeling satisfied and happy. Thank you again for joining the class.
Fizah welcomed our family into her home , and expertly guided us to create delicious food. Highly recommend
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you Richard for having me on board with you and the family.
I hope you will make it soon.
Regards,
Fizah
It was a hands on experience which is what we were hoping for. While you dont have your own cooking station, you each have a station to cut and prepare and then the cooking part is shared. Sitting and eating together afterwards we learnt so much about Fizah and Malay culture and food . Fizah is a great teacher and host. The overall experience was totally worth it !
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so
Much Anita for your warmth words. Truly appreciate it so much. I really enjoyed having you as a guest in house.
At least not last, make it happen from what you have learn
Thank you again
Fizah
Excellent class and really enjoyable experience. Fizah was a joy to be hosted by and a brilliant chef. We are super excited to try her recipe at home!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Hi Tash,
Thank you so much for the kind words, send some photos when you can . Surely you get it right as what you learned
Enjoy your back to UK
Fizah’s class is probably the best cooking class I’ve been to! Firstly, I’d commend how accommodating she is. I booked my class 3 hours prior, and she was kind enough to accommodate me despite short notice. Secondly, she’s a great teacher! I really learned a lot—not only how to cook, but also about Malaysian culture, customs, and values. Thirdly, her ingredients are fresh! We made the curry paste from scratch. Her recipes also has some personal twists, which makes cooking more exciting! Love the experience overall.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Hello Patrick!
Thank you so much for the kind words, I really hope you going to replicate this one soon.
I hope you had a wonderful time in Malaysia.
All the best Patrick , come back again for next class :)
We thoroughly enjoyed Fizah’s class. It was very hands on with good explanation and instruction , making it possible to replicate the dishes at home. The food was delicious and the ambience was relaxed and comfortable. We would highly recommend this class.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hello Lisa & Ray!
Thank you for such kind words. I hope you will be able to find the ingredients and make it work:) don’t forget send some pictures if you cooked them.
Enjoy your stay in Malaysia 🇲🇾
What a nice experience, Fizah really makes you feel at home and is a great teacher ! We learned how to make a Laksa and Kuih Gula Melaka, it was super fun and easy, really felt like visiting and cooking with friends. Thanks a lot 🫶🏻
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hello Maud and Alex !
Was a pleasure having you two in the class. I really enjoyed meeting you both.
Perhaps you gonna to cook from what you have learned.
Now we are friend :) thank you son much for kind review . Love it !
Till see you again …
Regards, Fiza
We had a very nice time cooking with Fizah in her home. The day before our scheduled session, she sent us a note with several options we could select from to cook. We chose Mee Goreng and Kuih Gula Melaka. Both turned out excellent, and although my wife and I are avid cooks, we learned an a few things about cooking Malaysian foods. Our session lasted two hours.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Hello Andrew!
Many thanks for the review.
I hope you going to make it soon.
Was a pleasure meeting you two.
Till see you again next time
Fiza
This was an incredible experience! Our host was exceptionally knowledgeable and welcomed us into her home to learn about Malaysian cuisine. Highly recommended!
It was amazing! Fizah is a very nice person, speaks good english and knows how to cook. We had such a fun afternoon. Would really recommend!!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hello Symone & Rose!
Was a great pleasure having you both in my class.
A lots of talking, as a host I was very happy shared with my students.
I hope you both going to make Nasi Lemak soon,
Take care you both, hopefully to see you again next time .
Regards
Fiza
We had an absolutely fantastic time at Malaysia Cooking Classes With Local run by Fizah in Kuala Lumpur. The class is set in a relaxed, casual environment and offers a truly personal touch, with small groups of up to four people—perfect for a more hands-on experience.
We were given the option to choose from four traditional main dishes and four local desserts. On the day, we cooked Koew Teaw Goreng, a delicious stir-fried noodle dish, and for dessert, we made the beautiful Kuih Ketayap, a pandan-flavoured crepe filled with sweet coconut. Both dishes were fun to make and even better to eat!
The class lasts around three hours, making it a great way to spend a part of your day in Malaysia, learning about local ingredients and cooking techniques. Fizah is warm, friendly, and an excellent teacher who makes the whole experience enjoyable and memorable.
You can book through Viator at a very reasonable price—highly recommended for food lovers looking to explore Malaysian cuisine in an authentic and fun way!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much John with such amazing review.
Was a great pleasure having you both in the class.
All the best .. make it soon okay .
Fiza
Lovely cooking class. We could choose what we are making beforehand. We did a lot of cooking ourselves and as we waited for things to cook we could have a great chat. Really recommended.
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Hello Kat & Brooke!
Thank you so much for the kind words. I do appreciate it.
I hope you had enjoyed during your stay in Malaysia
Safe travels guys
We had an amazing time cooking with Fizah in her kitchen! It was easy to get to her place from the city. We can’t wait to get home to try the recipes.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank You Ana for your kind review, I do very much appreciate it. Perhaps you going to make it soon.
All the best for you ,
Fizah
We had a wonderful cooking experience with Fizah. We really appreciated the step by step instructions and felt really taken care of during the whole process. The high quality ingredients and taste of all of the food were a testament to the fantastic teacher we had. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Hi Joshua !
Thank you so much for the best words ever. You guys are amazing. And I’m so glad to heard that.
I really hope you going to make it soon.
Learning is a great thing,
Take care you two.
Best, Fiza
I had a great afternoon of cooking, very knowledgeable and great conversation.
Also very knowledgeable regarding places to visit whilst in Malaysia and happy to share this information.
Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Hi Jo!
Thank you so much for the kind words.
Hope you are doing well, I hope you going to try to cook from the experience
All the best, fizah
Had such a great time at Fizah’s Malaysian cooking class! She was super lovely and a really great teacher - made everything easy to follow and fun. I felt so welcome in her home, and she was really thoughtful about my allergies, which meant a lot. The food was amazing, and the whole experience felt really personal and relaxed. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try something local and hands-on!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Hi Chloe,
Aww you are sweet . I do always take care for people’s had allergies issues.
It’s my job. And to make sure you are comfortable during the class and carefully respected your allergies
Perhaps you going to cook from what you learned to your family
Thank you again dear, see you again next time
Love, Fiza
Fizah was a wonderful host and teacher to our family of 4. Communication was excellent before and during the class and the food was next level delicious. It gave us all a wonderful insight into Malaysia cuisine and culture. Our kids have already checked we have the recipes to recreate the meal when we get home
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Thank you so much Anne, was a pleasure having you and the family over.
I hope you will be making soon, if you have any questions please don’t hesitate to message me back.
Safe travels
Fizah
We felt extremely welcomed and the hosts were kind and knowledgeable about the food and it's origins. Very hands on cooking experience. Food was excellent. would definitely recommend to other couples!
Response from Host, Jul 2025
Hi Robyn !
Thank you so much for the lovely words. I’m glad you enjoyed it the experience.
I hope you going to create some from the class. All the best, and thanks again.
See you again next time ..
Regards, Fiza
We had a wonderful time with Fizah who was hospitable, warm & patient. Fizah taught us to cook such a tasty meal that we will attempt to replicate it with the recipe she provided once we get home. We’d recommend this experience to all keen foodies!
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Hi Ruth!
Such sweet words that you’d left me on.
Again, I hope you going to make it and easily get the ingredients.
Take care Ruth!
You guys are awesome..
Fiza
Fizah’s cooking class was amazing! Everything was so well prepared and she walked us through every step whilst we were cooking. We chose to make Nasi Lemak and Kuih Ketayap and they both came out so delicious and very filling. The class was very engaging and felt really comfortable and welcomed in her home. The communication was also great in the lead up to the class. We had a really nice time at the end whilst eating our meal and met Fizah’s husband and they both gave us lots of great travel tips!Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a cooking class in KL!
Response from Host, May 2025
Hello Louis &Gaya,
Thank you so much for joining this cooking class. I’m glad you had a great time.
Hopefully to see you again next time.
Thanks again for such kind words.
Wishing you both have a lovely day ahead. Fizah
This was a wonderful few hours spent with Fizah. Fizah welcomed me into her beautiful home for an authentic experience. Fizah was organised for the class and very patient with all the questions I had. I learnt a lot of techniques that I can take and try back home. I loved that when we were doing certain steps, Fizah would tell me how her mum taught her to do certain things. The best part was really getting to know Fizah and her partner, Roman, as we shared what we had cooked. Fizah also gave me lots of great advice re how to spend time in Malaysia and I'll definitely be back to spend more time here. We spoke about Malaysian culture, too. All in all, it was a wonderful day that gave me lots of special memories. This really is the authentic, in-house cultural experience you must try while in Malaysia.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Hello Stacey !
That’s so sweet words , thank you so much for your kind message.
Highly appreciated it and will keep it in touch.
Perhaps you gonna make at home soon.
Take care Stacey …
See you later , alligator….:)
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