Royal Seoul Cooking Class in a 100-Year-Old Hanok
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Seoul, South Korea
- 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Sample Menu
Starter
Hamul-Pajeon
Haemul-pajeon is a savory Korean pancake with fresh seafood and green onions, crispy outside and soft inside, served with a tangy soy dipping sauce.
Starter
Tangpyeongchae
Tangpyeongchae is a seasoned mung bean jelly salad tossed with soy sauce, sesame oil, and vegetables. It’s a light, refreshing Korean royal side dish.
Main
LA Galbi(Beef ribs)
Option 1. LA Galbi is Korean-style grilled beef short ribs, marinated in a sweet and savory soy-based sauce.
Main
Fresh Kimchi
Fresh Kimchi is a spicy Korean spring cabbage salad, tossed with chili flakes, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil for a fresh and tangy flavor.
Main
Korean-Style Potato Salad
Korean-style potato salad is a creamy dish made with mashed potatoes, mayo, eggs, apples, and veggies, offering a sweet and savory flavor.
Dessert
Yakgwa
A traditional Korean honey cookie made from flour, sesame oil, and ginger, deep-fried and soaked in sweet honey syrup for a chewy, fragrant treat.
Main
Dak-galbi(optional) *Request for chicken main dish
Spicy stir-fried chicken with vegetables in a rich gochujang-based sauce.
Main
Braised Tofu (optional) *Request for vegetarian option
Tofu simmered in a savory soy-based sauce with garlic, green onions, and sesame oil.
Main
[Please Read Carefully]
Default menu is LA Galbi (beef ribs). For Dak Galbi (chicken) or vegetarian option, please request when booking.
What's Included
- LunchFor 11:30 Class
- DinnerFor 16:30 Class
- Cooking Tools
- Alcoholic BeveragesMakgeolli
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Bottled water
- Brunch
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 25 Samil-daero 32ga-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
We are located just right behind of "Insadong IBIS Ambassador Hotel" There are a few IBIS hotels in Seoul. Make sure you are coming to "Insadong" [Our address] 25, Samil-daero 32ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
1
Gyeongbokgung Palace
2
Changdeokgung Palace
3
Kwangjang Market
4
Ikseon-dong Hanok Street
5
Gwanghwamun Square
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 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
An absolute must-do while in Seoul.
The class is taught in a 100 year old Geisha residence that has been lovingly restored - the space is so beautiful.
Ricky is a phenomenal teacher and chef. My sister in law and I were very excited to learn about Korean cuisine and how to prepare it.
I have been to many host-led experiences and without a doubt this was the best class I have taken. It is a small, intimate class with plenty of attention. Ricky is a wonderful host and guides you every step of the way while giving historical significance of each dish.
I hope you love the class as much as we did! ❤️
Reviews
5.0
based on 148 reviews
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Our friendly instructor was well organised and professional He included everyone and clearly helped us prepare dishes which allowed for each person’s preferences
Park was great! We made great dishes that I wasn't expecting. Park kept talking to us about korea, history of the dishes and a bunch of ather things.
Response from Host, Sep 2026
Thank you so much for a great review! I had a great time : )
I will definitely be doing a cooking class in every city. I visit now because of this class. It was so informative and so fun. Everything we made was delicious.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much! I also enjoyed it very much!
Nice and educational experience. Our host, Park, was also a hilarious guy next to being a great chef.
Response from Host, Aug 2026
Thank you so much for a great review! Hope to see you in the future!
Park was easy to follow and very charming. Loved the atmosphere and the menu. Yummy food would recommend this for anyone
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you Megan. Hope you have a great time in Korea! I enjoyed it alot as well!
We took Chef Park's cooking class in a beautiful 100-year-old hanok and left with full stomachs and a genuinely great evening behind us.
Chef Park is an excellent instructor — funny, knowledgeable, and great at explaining not just the how but the why behind each dish. We made five things: tangpyeongchae (mung bean jelly with pork and vegetables), haemul pajeon, galbi short ribs, fresh kimchi, and Korean potato salad. It's an ambitious menu for one class, but the pacing worked well and everything came out delicious.
The setting alone is worth mentioning — eating the meal you just made in a century-old hanok is a nice touch that elevates it beyond a typical cooking class.
He also pointed us toward a great fried chicken spot afterward, which turned out to some of the best fried chicken we have ever had!
I would recommend this class to any one who is interested in food and cooking.
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you for a wonderful review! I am glad that you loved the fried chicken place! Hope to see you in the future!
We had a wonderful experience! From the beautiful ambiance of the class to the delicious dishes we learned to prepare, everything was exceptional. Chef Park was warm, welcoming, and made the experience both fun and educational as she guided us through preparing Royal Seoul cuisine. We especially loved the cultural and historical stories shared throughout the class, which made it even more meaningful. Everything was easy, well organized, and absolutely delicious. We highly recommend this experience to anyone visiting Seoul!
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Thank you Georgia for a great review! Hope you guys make those dishes at home!
Great experience, good food, good timing, good teacher, nice place! My daughter and me enjoy it a lot!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you Constanza! You and Mavi were amazing!
Beautiful clean space! Our chef/instructor was Ricky; he is amazing and very patient. The most welcoming soul- this activity was really fun and enlightening!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for a great review! You are the one who made the class amazing!
Hands down best meal in Seoul. This was such a fun experience and so tasty! Definitely recommend booking this tour if considering. We received history about the dishes and recipes/homework to make them at home and send pictures. Can't wait to try making these dishes at home.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for a wonderful review! I hope you bring only good memories from here and please let us know if you need our help !
We had a fantastic time cooking with Chef Ricky! The food was delicious, and Ricky led a wonderful class. The setting was perfect!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you Melissa. I also enjoyed the time very much! Hope to see you again in the future!
It was a very fun and informative coking class.
Park was super interesting to listen to. The dishes we prepared were absolutely delicious and surprisingly easy to make.
The Hanok in which we cooked was an absolute stunner.
Would recommend a 100%.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Noah. Thank you for a great review! Hope you guys had a fun in Korea!
The teacher, Mr. Park, is very humorous that makes the class more fun. The recipe is easy to follow even for the people who don't have cooking experience. The dishes are delicious. Absolutely a value for money experience.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you Vivian and you made the class even better!
Ricky was wonderful about explaining the process to make the food, along with the history of the food. Everything was delicious! I am definitely going to need the recipes! Thank you so much for making our mother daughter trip so special!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much Sarah! You guys made the class even better!
Ricky (our chef and host) was fun and knoweledgeable. He provided background on the dishes we made (simple but authentically Korean), easy to follow instructions, and told funny stories about Korean life. It was ag reat evening, and I highly recomend this event.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much ! Hope to see you again in the future!
I had booked Royal cooking class to learn something different about the Korean cuisine. Ricky was really good at explaning the history behind the dishes. We made a royal dish with mungbean and vegetables. We then made 4 other dishes. We learned the base sauce for many recepies.
I would definitely recommend this cooking class, which also took place in an old Hanok
Building.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
I really appreciate your great review! I also enjoyed the time! Thank you!
The Royal Cooking Class was an amazing experience, and Park was an outstanding teacher. He was knowledgeable, engaging, and made the class both fun and easy to follow. His passion for Korean cuisine and culture really enhanced the experience, and he took the time to ensure everyone felt comfortable and involved.
The class was well organized, the food was delicious, and I learned recipes I can use at home. I highly recommend this class to anyone visiting Korea—Park made it truly memorable!
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much for a great review! I wasn't that good.. you made it great! Thank you for your time!
It’s a lot of fun, educational cultural experience. Not to mention good food, good organization and friendliness. Also it helped that all the participants got along too. I’ll give it an A+.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you so much Matt ! For your time and for your posing advices! It really helps! Hope you guys have a great journey!
I had an excellent experience with Park and the others in our cooking group. Park was a great teacher - both in cooking and about Korean history and culture. It was a very enjoyable experience and I highly recommend it.
Response from Host, May 2026
Laura . Thank you so much for the review. I am glad you enjoyed!
Had an amazing cooking class with Park! The instructions were clear and he was an engaging teacher as well. Would highly recommend!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for a great review! I also had a lot fun!
This takes place in a small Hanok near Iksandeong. You arrive and take off your shoes. Ricky who hosted the class is super friendly and knowledgeable. We make a few dishes but we sit down to eat after the first set and then again at the end. Class flies by and you dont realise when the time is done. You are also offered som Korean rice wine (makgeolli) to taste. The hanok is small, but oerfect size for the class of 6.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for a great review and your visit ! I hope you only bring good memories from Korea!
a great experience our teacher Park was funny and knowledgeable , food was fabulous .
Definitely recommend to do and then walk around the insadong lane ways
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you Julie for a great review! Hope to see you in the future!
This is a wonderful way to experience Korean food and culture. Park was a congenial host and expert chef (and spoke excellent English). He carefully demonstrated the cooking techniques to our small group, explaining why each step was done, and then helped each of us to do the same. This fun learning experience resulted in a delicious meal. Our easy conversation with Park gave us a personal view of Korean culture as he told us about himself and his family.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much Charlie! I enjoyed it alot as well!~
We had a great time. The small size of the group meant the chef could give individual attention as needed. We especially appreciated the chef explaining the significance of the dishes he taught us to prepare. I had some diet restrictions which he accommodated.
Response from Host, May 2026
We really appreciate your kind review! Hope you had a great time in Seoul!
Park did an excellent job of reviewing the history behind the Royal food and explained reasons for different techniques used for cooking and flavoring. The food was delicious and of course I cooked and prepared it!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much Harry for a great review! Hope you guys enjoyed Busan as well
Such a fun evening. Ricky was a tremendous instructor. Great Korean food and introduction to history and culture.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much Mike! I also had lots fun!
Wonderful setting, fun class for all skill levels. Made making delicious Korean food very accessible.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for a great review!
This is a must do experience if you enjoy cooking! Park made the entire experience wonderful from beginning to end. The small class made it great to meet new people from all over the world and the food was delicious!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you Katie! I enjoyed it so much as well!
Great experience! Food was amazing and not very hard to cook. Chef was very nice, helpful, and knowledgeable! I would absolutely recommend anyone traveling to the area to join this experience. 😊
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Jazlyn. Thank you so much for a wonderful review! I also enjoyed it very much!
My wife and I had a great time! The entire experience was wonderful and the food was delicious. This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip we highly recommend it!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much Juan! Hope to see you again in the future!
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