One of the things we loved most about our time in Northern Thailand was the incredible food. So, what better than to learn how to cook traditional Thai food at a cooking class in Chiang Mai?
From the rich flavours of coconut curries to the delicious stir-fried noodles, we couldn’t get enough!
And since Chiang Mai is famous for having some of the most amazing dishes in the country, we thought, why not take a cooking class and learn how to make these meals ourselves?
After all, one day, when we finally live somewhere for more than a few weeks at a time, we’ll want to recreate these flavours at home!
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Booking the Class
We booked our cooking class through GetYourGuide, and the whole experience was seamless from start to finish. You can see the exact class we booked right here.
We chose a place called Grandma’s Cooking Class, which had amazing reviews, and it didn’t disappoint.
We were picked up bright and early in a van and taken to a local market to collect our ingredients – it was a great way to see a bit more of Chiang Mai and learn about the different herbs, vegetables, and spices used in Thai cooking.
An Outdoor Kitchen in Chiang Mai with Its Own Farm
After gathering everything we needed, we were taken to the cooking class location, which turned out to be this amazing large outdoor kitchen set in the middle of its own little farm.
There were rows of fresh herbs, vegetables growing in the garden, and chickens wandering around providing fresh eggs for our dishes.
It was such a beautiful setting, and you could tell that everything we were about to cook was going to be super fresh and authentic.
The Dishes We Made
We cooked so many delicious dishes that day! Here’s what was on the menu:
- Coconut Tom Yum Soup: A fragrant, spicy, and creamy soup that’s full of flavour.
- Pad Thai: The classic stir-fried noodle dish that’s everyone’s favourite.
- Khao Soi: A Northern Thai curry noodle soup that quickly became our top pick.
- Mango Sticky Rice: For dessert, we made this sweet and creamy treat that was the perfect ending to our feast.
Honestly, by the time we finished cooking and eating everything, we couldn’t move – we were that full!
But it was totally worth it. And the best part was learning to cook these dishes step by step. So we could try making them ourselves in the future.
Why You Should Take a Cooking Class in Chiang Mai
If you’re spending any time in Chiang Mai, taking a cooking class is one of the best ways to spend a morning.
It’s not just about the food. You get to experience Thai culture, learn about the ingredients, and enjoy a few hours of fun in a beautiful setting.
Plus, you’ll leave with the skills to recreate your favourite dishes whenever you’re craving a taste of Thailand.
So if you’re looking to do something a bit different and want to take a piece of Chiang Mai home with you (in the form of some seriously good recipes), I highly recommend booking a cooking class.
It’s an experience you’ll remember long after you’ve left Thailand. And who knows, maybe one day we’ll all be able to cook up a Thai feast together!
And if I haven’t persuaded you above, I made a TikTok all about the experience which you can watch here or below:
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