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Thai and Akha Cooking Class in Chiang Mai: Culinary Journey with a Native Akha Chef
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Tambon Hai Ya
Embark on a culinary journey in Chiang Mai with a native Akha chef. Learn the art of Thai and Akha cooking, discover unique dishes, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Akha people.
Embark on a culinary journey in Chiang Mai with a native Akha chef. Learn the art of Thai and Akha cooking, discover unique dishes, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Akha people.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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14/10 Soi Rat Chiang Saen 2 Ko. - Morning Cooking Class + Market Tour
Thai Akha Kitchen will take you to the Local Market to see the real lifestyle of local people + Cooking Thai and Akha foods.
Evening cooking class excluding Market tour only cooking.
Why choose Evening Cooking Class?
Fits around a busy day schedule
First home-cooked Thai dinner…
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14/10 Soi Rat Chiang Saen 2 Ko. - Morning Cooking Class + Market Tour
Thai Akha Kitchen will take you to the Local Market to see the real lifestyle of local people + Cooking Thai and Akha foods.
Evening cooking class excluding Market tour only cooking.
Why choose Evening Cooking Class?
Fits around a busy day schedule
First home-cooked Thai dinner in Thailand.
No need to worry or plan where or what to eat for dinner just come and cook!
It’s cooler in the evening, actually a much better time to be cooking.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only within 3 km from city area)
- Local market tour (only for morning class)
- Individual cooking station
- Akha Hill Tribe coffee
- Full color cook book
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (only within 3 km from city area)
- Local market tour (only for morning class)
- Individual cooking station
- Akha Hill Tribe coffee
- Full color cook book
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Meal Options
- Start by two Appetizers - The class will start by preparing the famous Papaya Salad and the perfect Fried Spring Rolls.
- Making two Desserts - Mango Sticky Rice and Pumpkin in Coconut Milk
- Three Akha Dishes - In Akha traditions, every meal must have a Chilli Sauce (Sapi Thong), one Salad, and one Soup.
- Pick one out of four Curry and Curry Paste -…
- Start by two Appetizers - The class will start by preparing the famous Papaya Salad and the perfect Fried Spring Rolls.
- Making two Desserts - Mango Sticky Rice and Pumpkin in Coconut Milk
- Three Akha Dishes - In Akha traditions, every meal must have a Chilli Sauce (Sapi Thong), one Salad, and one Soup.
- Pick one out of four Curry and Curry Paste - You can choose one of the four most popular Thai curries; Red curry, Green curry, Panang curry, or the Massaman curry.
- Pick one out of three Soup - You can choose between the Chicken & Coconut Milk (Tom Kha Gai), the Hot and Sour Prawn Soup (Tom Yum Gong), or the Clear Soup & Egg Tofu
- Pick one out of four Stir-Fried - You can choose Pad Thai, Chicken with Cashew Nut, Chicken with Hot Basil, or Sweet and Sour Vegetables.
- Everyone can choose their own menu individually - All recipes can be adapted to be cooked: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free. Alternative solutions are available for any food allergies.
Additional Information
Acquire the knowledge to prepare Thai and Akha cuisine while vacationing in Chiang Mai under the guidance of our expert chef, an indigenous Akha person. Gain insight into their distinctive culinary practices and meals, along with an understanding of their history and traditions. Light snacks, local market tour (only for morning sessions), and hotel…
Acquire the knowledge to prepare Thai and Akha cuisine while vacationing in Chiang Mai under the guidance of our expert chef, an indigenous Akha person. Gain insight into their distinctive culinary practices and meals, along with an understanding of their history and traditions. Light snacks, local market tour (only for morning sessions), and hotel transportation are part of the package.
- Visitor are welcome
- Come with empty stomach
Location
14/10 Soi Rat Chiang Saen 2 Ko.
Soi Rat Chiang Saen 2 Ko.
Meeting Point for Walk-In:
Morning Cooking Class: Meeting at Wat Pan Whaen Temple, by 9:00 am
There is where we meet before starting the market tour.
Evening Cooking Class: Meeting at Cooking School Location by 5:00 pm
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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E4568bwandreaw
May 27, 2025
Great experience - All of the dishes were very tasty. I loved our instructor, she taught very well and was very nice. She also took amazing pictures for us while we cooked.
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Cathkiwi
May 26, 2025
Great value, fantastic experience - We had a fantastic experience with Aon this evening. What a delightful young woman with a great sense of humour. Her teaching instructions made it seem simple to follow the cooking tasks. I could not believe we would be able to complete and eat so many dishes. It was great to be able to cook a less spicy version for our palate. Thank you so much Aon. This is truly the best cooking class I have completed. Well worth the experience if you get a chance.
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I2222mgjohnd
May 26, 2025
Fun and amazing experience - What amazing experience to be taught by such an experienced Thai Akha cooking instructor. "Aon" gave us a number of meal choices to cook and instructions how to make alterations for our individual needs, with the result that everybody enjoyed every meal they cooked. Aon was so much fun with a joyous and happy approach to her work, made me feel uplifted and a joy to be in her class. Thank you
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Kellykerikeri
May 26, 2025
An absolute must do - Amazing, loved our time learning to cook so many dishes, we had a great time, and left absolutely full, you must do this if you’re visiting Chiang Mai
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Jacobma9528kh
May 25, 2025
Recommend - Highly recommend! I like this one more than the other cooking class I took in Chiang Mai. Our instructor was great and the class and facility are top notch as well.
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Jacob_m
May 25, 2025
Highly recommend! - This was such a great experience for me. I went on a Saturday morning in May (off season) and there were only 4 of us which made the experience much easier with a smaller group. Our instructor (Aon?) was phenomenal, super funny, helpful, knowledgeable, and nice. I didn’t think we’d get much out of going to the Market in the morning but it was actually great. They take you around and explain things, let you see and smell the ingredients, and give you a taste of several little snacks and fruits.
The cooking area is in the city with plenty of room and a modern facility with a traditional style aesthetic, which is beautiful. You learn 10 dishes (some on your own, which you choose from a few options, and some as a group to create a single dish) and get to eat all of them. The food was great and you get a physical cookbook and a complimentary spice pack as well.
I enjoyed this class over another one I did in Chiang Mai so I recommend this one!
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M9685vkniamhm
May 25, 2025
Amazing day learning about thai food and eating 7 different dishes! - Amazing day! Turn up hungry as you eat so much all day. We started at the market and learned about the foods we'd be using then we headed back to the kitchen and made/tried 10 dishes!
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Jodieyoojungs
May 23, 2025
highly recommend!! - our instructor was so sweet and the class was so fun! i would def do the morning option so you can also explore the markets (and try a bunch of snacks and fruit!) easy for beginner cooks as well and more advanced cooks, and had a great time overall :)
너무 친절하게 잘 설명해줘서 즐거웠읍니다! 시장 돌아볼 수 있게 아침에 하는걸 추천합니다
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374kelseyt
May 22, 2025
Amazing Morning Cooking and Eating - Fantastic experience! Loved starting at the market and buying fresh ingredients. The meals were all amazing and the company catered well to different dietary needs. The staff were so friendly and engaging! Highly recommend. You will leave stuffed.
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Mark
May 20, 2025
Wow! 10 excellent dishes. - Come with an empty stomach- plenty of excellent food to cook and eat. Aon was a fun teacher and taught us about Lanna and Akha history as well as being an excellent cook. The morning market was very interesting.
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