Viator · group up to 10 pax

Thai Cooking Class in Koh Samui

4.3(24)Koh Samui1 hour
VIATOR4.7(12)TRIPADVISOR4.0(12)

Description

Experience the culinary adventure of a lifetime during your visit to Thailand by trying out the Thai cooking classes in Koh Samui. Learn just how to cook deliciously authentic 3 dishes Thai food and the delicious banana coconut milk in the dessert, each with vegetarian/vegan options available. Get detailed, step-by-step instructions from your English-speaking teacher as they demonstrate the right techniques. You'll either visit a local organic garden that's filled with herbs, vegetables, fruits, and even some edible flowers, or Bophut Fresh Market, the newest and cleanest markets in the city, where you'll get to see fresh produce with vibrant colors as you wander around the maze of stalls. After the meal, you'll receive a small gift from the staff, as well as a copy of the recipes that will surely impress your friends and family back home! Because the classes have a maximum number of 6 guests, the class is always personal and intimate.

Tour Options

Thai Cooking Class
  • Activity: Learn how to cook 3 dishes Thai food and banana coconut milk in the dessert. Visit Bophut Fresh Market Duration: 4 hours Departure time : 09:00am , 04:00pm Pick up Time: 08:00am - 08:30am , 03:00pm – 03:30pm Pickup included

Highlights

Individual working spaces
Free Hotel Pickup: Maenam, Bophut, Bangrak, Choeng Mon, Chaweng, Chaweng noi, (Lamai on request)
All the Cooking equipment you will need
Small classes for more personal experience
Certified Thai chefs
Ingredients all included

What's included

Included
Individual working spaces
Free Hotel Pickup: Maenam, Bophut, Bangrak, Choeng Mon, Chaweng, Chaweng noi, (Lamai on request)
All the Cooking equipment you will need
Small classes for more personal experience
Certified Thai chefs
Ingredients all included

Pickup Locations & Times

• Or, you can also get picked up from anywhere in Koh Samui. • Free Hotel Pickup: Maenam, Bophut, Bangrak, Choeng Mon, Chaweng, Chaweng noi, (Lamai on request). • Please plan to meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled pick-up time • If you arrive more than 10 minutes late or after we have moved from your hotel, you may be considered a no-shows

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Extra charge for followers (not cooking) over 10 years old 800 baht and children under 10 years 500 baht (Payable directly to the driver)
  • You will choose 3 dishes before the market tour
  • There is a minimum of 2 people required to run this tour! A maximum of 6 people
  • Any dish can be made with chicken, beef, pork, prawn, squid, fish or vegetarian version
  • This activity is not suitable for guests arriving by cruise ship or large boat.

Reviews(24)

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Mobile829501
August 12, 2025
spending more time picking up other people than cooking!

our hotel pick up was cancelled a few before the start of the activity as our hotel was too far out (not an issue for the elephant or zip lining experience). paid for a taxi to be there at 3.30pm as instructed, we then spent just under 2 hours driving around picking up other people who were even further out than we were! waste of time and bad communication from this travel agent. activity itself ok, chef was more interested in one of the ladies in the group so rest of us were ignored. we left before the dessert. it is a lot of money and you would expect better value for that amount. if you are going to do a cooking course, look for a different operstor

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Nic_P
August 2, 2025
avoid at all cost

our pick up was cxld a few days before start of event as our hotel was outside the zone. we were told to be on site at 3.30pm so had to pay for taxi. when we arrived we had to go in a van and we drove around for more than one hour and 20 min picking other people up. complete waste of our time. safe yourself the hassle and look for a cooking class near your hotel. not worth the money

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julianhI7184OL
June 22, 2025
Smileys cooking school highly recommended

Was amazing…English explanations easy to understand and going to the market before we started to cook gave us all a solid explanation of all the ingredients. We had a fantastic time and our chef had a great sense of humour and he certainly added to the entire evening being fun and the best money spent on a really wonderful experience. Thank you we will be back!

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the market tour and your chef’s sense of humor made the cooking class even more fun and memorable. We truly appreciate your kind words and we look forward to welcoming you back for another fantastic cooking adventure. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team

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Ilana_H
June 18, 2025
Fantastic cooking course

The staff were amazing as is…we were taken to a market where we learnt all about the different Thai ingredients and what the uses were. The actual chef spoke good English had a fantastic sense of of humour. We cooked all our dinner then ate it …..great experience . Highly recommend it. Money well spent

Operator response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the market visit, learned about Thai ingredients, and had fun cooking your own dinner. We truly appreciate your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you again for another memorable culinary experience. Best Regards, Tawan Oh-Hoo Team

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Anna_D
April 27, 2024
Kooking in Koh

A surprise-it was way better than I expected .A great experience and well hosted. The host was very generous with her time and experience

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Chitelo M
March 21, 2024
Best Ever! Must do!

This was the highlight of my trip to Koh Samui! I could not recommend this more. From getting picked up from our accommodation and travelling to the markets. Our leader was so well informed. Answered all the questions about what is used and why. She was so knowledgeable and passionate. I could not believe that I was able to cook what I did, so so yummy and set out so well. Also being able to hear why each ingredient is used and being helped through the process. This is a must do if you are coming to Koh Samui.

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MichelVerholen
March 13, 2024
Authentic Cooking Class - Would book again!

It was a great experience. An interesting introduction to the secrets of Thai cuisine. Would surely book again! Pick-up service was very timely, and session started with grocery shopping at the local market.

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la-cle1
March 13, 2024
Learn Thai cooking in a private environment

Very good and informative cooking class. After visiting the market with lots of explanations of the products and ingredients, the host Jun drove us to her private house. There were three of us and each of us was able to cook three different dishes. Everything was very well prepared and explained. The cooking was done outside under the canopy. We ate after each course. There was plenty of water. At the end we were given a short tour of Jun's garden. All in all, highly recommended! Thank you Jun!

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867texb
March 13, 2024
You cancelled me

You wrote me a text telling me I would be picked up at my hotel. Nobody came. When I phoned you after one hour of waiting you said the class “wasn’t available”. I’m still waiting for my refund.

Operator response

Dear valued customer, We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience you experienced regarding the pickup for your activity. It's truly disappointing to hear that the class was not available as promised, and we understand your frustration with the situation. Please rest assured that we are taking immediate action to investigate this matter with our team and ensure that such lapses in service do not occur again in the future. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we are committed to resolving this issue promptly. Regarding your refund, we are actively processing it, and you can expect to receive it shortly. We appreciate your patience and understanding in this matter. If you have any further concerns or if there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. We value your feedback and strive to provide you with the best possible experience. Warm regards, Oh-Hoo Team

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Buzzer1967
March 4, 2024
Authentic Thai cooking lesson

From visiting a local market to be shown different ingredients to making our chosen recipes from scratch was a great experience. Jun is an amazing teacher who had us engaged from the start and explained how to build the flavours to create wonderful Thai dishes which we enjoyed eating. We would thoroughly recommend this fun and informative experience

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