Hands on Thai Cooking Class Near Wat Pak Nam from Bangkok

Unlock the joy of Thai cooking in a hands-on class near Wat Pak Nam, where tradition meets flavor in every step. Learn to create four beloved Thai dishes—Tom Yum Goong, Pad Thai Goong, Green Curry with Chicken, and Mango Sticky Rice—guided by passionate local chefs. You’ll get to pound your own green curry paste, extract fresh coconut milk by hand, and steam sticky rice to perfection. Every step is rooted in authentic Thai techniques using fresh, local ingredients sourced daily. Whether you’re a beginner or a foodie, this class is perfect for solo travelers, couples, families with kids, or groups of friends. Choose between a relaxed morning or afternoon session and sit down to enjoy the delicious dishes you’ve proudly crafted. A flavorful and cultural journey you won’t forget. 

Step into the heart of Thai cuisine with a hands-on cooking class near the iconic Wat Pak Nam. This immersive experience takes you beyond recipes, offering a true taste of Thailand’s culinary heritage through every detail. Guided by friendly local chefs, you’ll explore the ingredients, techniques, and traditions that make Thai food so unique. 

Begin your class by learning how to extract fresh coconut milk the traditional way—grating and pressing coconut by hand to unlock rich, creamy flavors. Next, you’ll pound your own green curry paste using a stone mortar and pestle, combining herbs and spices like lemongrass, galangal, and green chilies into a fragrant base that’s full of depth. Then, learn the art of steaming sticky rice to perfection, an essential step for one of Thailand’s most beloved desserts. 

With these fundamentals ready, you’ll cook four classic Thai dishes: spicy and aromatic Tom Yum Goong, flavorful Pad Thai Goong, creamy Green Curry with Chicken, and sweet Mango Sticky Rice. Along the way, your chef shares stories, tips, and cultural insights to bring each dish to life. 

Choose between a relaxed late morning or afternoon session to suit your travel plans. After all the cooking, gather around to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve prepared with fellow participants in a fun, social setting. The class ends at the venue near Wat Pak Nam, leaving you inspired, satisfied, and ready to explore more of Bangkok or bring these skills home to your own kitchen. 

• Vegetarian and other dietary restrictions can be accommodated. 
• Guests should have a light breakfast or lunch as a large meal is provided for cooking and tasting. 
• On the rare occasion that we should be required to cancel a tour, we will inform you in advance and offer a different tour date, an alternative tour or provide a full refund.

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

• For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
• If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
• Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
• Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

• You will receive a confirmation email and voucher instantly after booking completed.
• In the case that you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via email.
• You can present either a printing or a mobile voucher for this activity.
• Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
• Scheduling can change due to weather conditions without prior notice. You will be notified in advance.
• Due to bad weather the tour may be postponed or cancelled with a full refund.