Koh Samui: Thai Cooking Class with Local Market Tour

Ko Samui, Koh Samui



Immerse yourself in Thai cuisine in Koh Samui. Enjoy a market tour and a hands-on cooking class with a local expert on an outing ideal for families and couples with included hotel transfers.

Authentic Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour in Koh Samui

This cooking class in Koh Samui suits families, couples, and solo travelers interested in Thai cuisine and local markets.

Description

Begin your day with hotel pickup from Choeng Mon, Chaweng, or Chaweng Noi. Arrive 30-50 minutes before the class starts at a fully equipped local cookery school. The experience combines a 30-minute guided tour of a bustling Thai market with a hands-on cooking class led by a certified Thai chef in a small group setting.

First, select three dishes from the following categories to prepare:

  • Appetizers: Spring Roll
  • Soup: Tom Yum (Spicy soup), Tom Kha (Coconut milk soup)
  • Salad: Som Tam (Papaya salad), Glass noodle salad
  • Curry: Green Curry, Massaman Curry, Panang Curry
  • Stir-fried noodles: Pad Thai (Fried noodles), Pad Kee Mao (Fried spicy noodles)
  • Stir-fry: Fried Rice, Pad Ka Pao (Stir-fried with hot basil)
  • Dessert: Banana coconut milk

During the market tour, explore local herbs, vegetables, and spices. Then return to the cooking school for a two-hour class where you will prepare four authentic dishes plus dessert under expert instruction. Finish by enjoying the meal you prepared yourself.

The activity ends with a transfer back to your hotel.

Includes

  • Free hotel pickup from Choeng Mon, Chaweng, and Chaweng Noi
  • Certified Thai chef instruction
  • All ingredients
  • Cooking equipment
  • Small classes for personalized attention
  • Individual working spaces

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

Booking Tips

Book in advance to secure your preferred date. Bring comfortable shoes for the market tour and an appetite ready for new flavors. Morning sessions are best for freshest market selections and cooler temperatures.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can choose from appetizers like Spring Roll, soups such as Tom Yum and Tom Kah, salads including Som Tam and Glass noodle salad, several curries, and stir-fried noodles like Pad Thai and Pad Kee Mao.
The market tour is conducted at a local market in Koh Samui where you can select fresh ingredients for your cooking session.
Yes, hotel pickup and transfer to the cookery school in Koh Samui are included.
The total duration varies; please check the website for current class length and schedule details.
Yes, the class is suitable for families, couples, and solo travelers in Koh Samui.
You should arrive 30 to 50 minutes before the class starts to settle in and select your dishes.
No prior cooking experience is required; the class is designed for all skill levels.
Yes, the cooking class is hands-on, allowing participants to prepare their chosen Thai dishes.
Yes, you can select three dishes to prepare from the menu options provided.
Check the activity provider’s website for the most up-to-date class times and availability.

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