Take part in a fascinating cooking class in Khao Lak and immerse yourself in Thai culture by learning about local cuisine. Enjoy a transfer from your hotel, then visit a bustling market to pick out your ingredients. Get ready to cook with the help of a chef and taste your meal in a group setting. Local Market - Start your adventure bright and early with complimentary pickup from your hotel in Khao Lak. Enjoy the sights of local life in the southern part of Thailand as you drive to your first stop at the local market. - At the market, we will first decide what you would like to cook. In doing so, we will take the opportunity in showing you more of the local side of Khaolak. We will first walk around and search for a local Thai sweet desserts (snack)s to enjoy with, while choosing your menu of the day. - If you do not know yet what to cook, you can choose from the menu of 40 different dishes or ask Pui for her help and advice. There is always a dish for each cook in the class plus a few extras thrown in. Pui can offer her experience to help decide which dishes will compliment each other and the group decides the final menu for the day and the shopping list is then set. - Our chef will explain more about the ingredients as you explore the market. There’s plenty of opportunity to ask questions, to smell the fresh Thai herbs, to see how fresh coconut milk is made and choose the best, select items for the shopping basket. This takes around 45 minutes, then it’s time to head to the kitchen. Food preparation - Once back from the market there will be time for refreshments whilst the ingredients are washed. Under the watchful eye of our chef, everyone will be designated tasks and begin to prepare the ingredients. You will learn how to peel, chop and slice everything the Thai way. One of the highlights is certainly learning how to roll your own Thai spring rolls. When everything is ready it’s time to head over to the kitchen where our gas hobs ready for cooking. Fine Thai Dining - On Your own Thai Creations - Finally, when everything is finished it’s time for the best part of the day, to sample what everybody has made. Lunch is served in traditional Thai style with everyone seated around a large table and all dishes laid out in the middle of the table. There’s always plenty of food so you get to try everything plus an extra portion or two of your favorites. During lunch, you will also learn which condiments suit certain dishes and get the chance to ask our Chef any final questions. After that, with a full belly it’s time to collect your recipes and head back to your hotel.

Learn how to prepare and cook a traditional Thai meal at a fun and interactive 4-hour cooking class in Khaolak. Learn to cook traditional Thai recipes with this special cooking class. Start the day by shopping for fresh ingredients at the local market before bringing the fragrant spices and delicious ingredients together. Head back by tuk-tuk to the kitchen, surrounded by a tropical garden where your dishes can be enjoyed afterwards with your classmates. Choose your dish from the menu of 32 different dishes. Enjoy cooking while getting the best tricks of the trade from a professional Thai chef. The class size is limited to 9 people to maximize individual attention. After the class, get ready for your very own cooking certificate!

Embark on a culinary journey through the vibrant flavors of Thailand at Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary's Cooking Class. Join our expert local chefs as they guide you through the art of selecting fresh ingredients from bustling markets and teach you the techniques behind perfecting authentic Thai dishes. Immerse yourself in the rich culture and traditions of Thai cuisine as you learn to balance the sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors that define this culinary delight. From the iconic Pad Thai to the bold and aromatic Tom Yum Goong, discover the secrets behind these beloved street food favorites. Experience the refreshing taste of Som Tum, a papaya salad that tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant combination of flavors. And indulge in the heavenly combination of ripe mangoes and sticky rice, a quintessential Thai dessert that will satisfy your sweet cravings. Our cooking class goes beyond just recipes; it's a cultural immersion that allows you to connect with the locals, explore hidden gems, and understand the stories behind each dish. Let us take you on a culinary adventure where every bite tells a tale and every spice evokes the essence of Thailand. Book your cooking class now and unlock the secrets of authentic Thai cuisine. Learn to create delicious dishes that will transport you to the bustling streets of Thailand and leave you with unforgettable memories. Get ready to embark on a gastronomic journey like no other at Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary's Cooking Class.

We will pick you up from your hotel between 10:00 - 10:30 AM. Then we go to the local fresh market in order to learn about the ingredients you will use while cooking; Thai herbs, vegetables, spices used in the homemade chili pastes. You will also learn about where everything at the market comes from; seafood, fresh coconut milk, meats, and all the tropical fruit. While at the market you will also have the opportunity to shop for yourself. - Back at the cooking class you will cook 3 courses using the ingredients from the market. - Learn to make the curry pastes from scratch and cook with your own homemade curry paste. - With Wandee's many years of experience you will learn about traditional cooking methods, as well as learn to cook royal Thai recipes. - Q&A session at every cooking class. - The recipes of what you cook will be available after the class. - Amazing cooking environment in a new bamboo hut in the garden. Cooking class itinerary A: Morning Class 10.00 a.m.: Pick up at the hotel 10.20 a.m.: Market tour at local market 10.40 a.m. – 12.00: Cooking 12.10 p.m.: Get together for lunch and share your meal with each other 01.20 p.m.: Photo opportunities in a beautiful organic garden 02.00 p.m.: Arrive back at the hotel Price includes: 5 dishes per class includes appetizer, main course and dessert Enjoy your own creative meal Market tour Complimentary refreshment Pick up and return to your hotel/accommodation Free! recipe downloads Cooking Class Menu – 29 recipes for you to learn and taste! *Additional menus can be requested by the clients. We are flexible with what you want to cook. About Wandee Experience the deep Thai culture in the Thai food you will learn to cook with Wandee. One of the cornerstones in Wandee’s cooking experience is to portray Thai authentic cooking traditions as well as the knowledge of creating delicious Thai food. Homemade curries made from scratch with fresh ingredients. Nothing is processed foods nor cans. Meet Wandee who is the owner and Chef at Pakinnaka Cooking School Khao Lak. Wandee travelled for more than 10 years where she was a Thai Chef in Thailand and countries as New Zealand and Iceland. With a well experienced Thai chef teaching you how to cook delicious Thai dishes in a beautiful garden environment in Khao Lak., you will surely come home with new culinary experiences for your friends and family, and also a head full of great ideas.

Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Thailand and immerse yourself in its breathtaking natural landscapes with our Thai Food & Waterfall Tour. This tour combines the joy of savoring authentic Thai cuisine with the awe-inspiring beauty of enchanting waterfalls. Book your tour now and embark on an unforgettable culinary adventure with us, where every dish tells a story and every bite is a celebration of Thai culture and flavors. Let us unveil the secrets of authentic Thai cuisine together. Pad Thai: Master the art of creating the quintessential Thai street food, Pad Thai. Learn to stir-fry rice noodles with shrimp, tofu, bean sprouts, and eggs, flavored with a tangy tamarind sauce and garnished with crushed peanuts and fresh lime. Tom Yum Goong (Spicy Shrimp Soup):Experience the bold and aromatic flavors of Tom Yum Goong, a spicy and sour soup that combines succulent shrimp, mushrooms, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and chili. Learn to balance the flavors for a perfect harmony. Som Tum (Papaya Salad):Explore the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Som Tum, a traditional Thai papaya salad. Grate green papaya and toss it with lime juice, fish sauce, chili, garlic, and peanuts, creating a delicious balance of sweet, sour, and spicy. Mango with Sticky Rice:Indulge in the heavenly combination of ripe mangoes and sticky rice, a popular Thai dessert. Learn to cook the sticky rice until it reaches the perfect chewy texture, and serve it with slices of sweet mango and a drizzle of coconut milk.