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Sample tasty vegan rice dishes and hear stories

Study Thai and Lanna culture through local rice varieties and vegan food. Meet your host. Get a warm welcome to POHSOP and the community. Start with a drink Step into Thai culture with a cool drink and vegan snack. Learn basic Lanna Pick up food-related words, very helpful for vegan dining. Compare rice dishes Dip into 10 dishes, hearing stories of local culture. Ask questions Relax and learn more about the dishes and culture.

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Make Thai-inspired cocktails at North Gate Spirit

Create 3 signature cocktails using North Gate Spirit to support farmers in Chiang Mai. Meet the host Learn about the Karma space’s mission and history. Gather ingredients Discover how North Gate Spirit is made from broken rice. Craft your drink Practice 3 signature cocktails with a bartender. Toast in the garden Enjoy cocktails with snacks and live music. Listen to jazz End the night at North Gate Jazz Co-Op.

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Learn to cook laab nuea

Make traditional Northern Thai minced meat salad, soak in Lanna culture. Welcome and meet Lek Greet the chef while enjoying Pok liquor. Discover laab nuea Learn about ingredients and history. Cook a local dish Practice making northern-style laab. Taste your meal Enjoy laab with sticky rice and fresh vegetables. Take home memories Receive homemade chili paste and take a group photo.

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Taste authentic Northern Thai food with a TV chef

Delight in home-cooked dishes and local flavors and learn about their rich history. Meet at Mini Big C Get to know your fellow diners then walk to the restaurant. Uncover history Learn about the legacy of Northern Thai rich cuisine. Enjoy a tasting Sample delicate dishes along with stories and fun facts. Get dining tips Take away top local culinary recommendations.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Thai tea blending workshop on the Ping River

In this riverside tea-blending workshop at Monsoon Tea, you’ll discoverr various types of Thai tea, enjoy their aromas, and learn how to balance flavors. I’ll guide you through the art of blending, helping you create a perfectly harmonious mix to take home. • Begin with a warm welcome and a cup of freshly brewed tea, including the locally cherished Hmiang Khum. • I’ll share the history and the art of tea blending in Northern Thailand, discussing the tea leaves, herbs, spices, dried fruits, flowers, and other botanicals used. • Blend your own custom tea using local ingredients under my guidance, and then brew and taste your creation alongside a snack of fried chicken with fermented tea leaf salad. You’ll leave with a tin of your custom blend to enjoy later, and an appreciation for the multifaceted world of Thai tea.

5 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews

Thai vegan cooking and mindful eating workshop

Slow down and savor the art of plant-based cooking with me, a chef and musician, in this unique workshop hosted in an open-air sanctuary. You’ll blend culinary tradition with mindfulness, making each moment as enriching as the dishes we’ll create. • Sip Thai herbal tea as I explain the philosophy of mindful eating and Thai plant-based cooking while engaging your senses with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. • Prepare and cook a three-course Thai meal featuring a stir-fry, a soup, and a fresh/raw dish. You’ll learn essential techniques, from balancing flavors to using traditional Thai herbs and spices. • Enjoy the delicious food you’ve made in the tranquil garden, guided through a mindful eating practice. I’ll also play a couple of acoustic folk songs on my guitar for you. You’ll leave with a plant-based recipe guide to continue your culinary journey at home, and a small handcrafted souvenir of your time here.

5 out of 5 average rating, 1 reviews

Rediscover lost Northern Thai recipes in a historic house

Travel through Chiang Mai’s culinary past in a 150-year-old wooden Lanna house. I’ll introduce you to rare recipes known to only a few Chiang Saen descendants, including Hang Lay, a unique variation distinct from the Burmese-influenced version, and Kaeng Khai, a simple dish once popular in old Chiang Mai. • Learn the history behind Chiang Saen cuisine and how authentic Northern Thai recipes are disappearing. We’ll explore the cultural roots of dishes like Hang Lay and Kaeng Khai, tracing their journey through generations. • Get hands-on with the ingredients and techniques that define Chiang Saen’s flavors. You’ll prepare and cook traditional dishes, uncovering the secrets behind their unique tastes and variations. • Savor your creations as we sit down to enjoy the food we’ve made together. This is a chance to ask questions, hear more stories, and connect through cooking and sharing a meal. Together, we’ll rediscover the flavors of the past and explore Northern Thailand’s rich culinary heritage.

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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 2693 reviews

Aromdii Thai cooking class & Market tour

First of all, we don't have any AC, air conditioning in kitchen and in eating room, only Fans. We will use truck to pick you up like red car in Chiangmai. Summer; March to June Rainy; July to October Winter; November to February Market tour (approx 15-20 minutes) - Show you about Thai veggies using in the class At cooking school (approx 4.30 hours) - Class will be started from stir fried - Soup & Appetizer - Dessert & Curry (Making curry paste from scratch) You can choose menus from list without decide with the group! 1. Stir fried - Pad Thai - Fried drunken noodles - Pad See Ew - Fried cashew nut 2. Appetizer - Papaya Salad - Fresh spring rolls - Fried spring rolls - Fruits salad 3. Soup - Hot & Sour Prawns clear soup - Coconut chicken - Tom Yum Chicken - Hot & Sour Prawns thick soup 4. Curry + Curry paste - Khao Soi (Chiangmai noodles) - Green curry - Massaman curry - Red curry 5. Dessert - Mango sticky rice - Pumpkin in coconut Price included; - Bottle water - Handmade recipe (PDF File) - Transportation within 3 kms. from Aromdii Cooking School - Guests stay far away from our place, please come to meet us directly at the market. - Visitor ( No visitor please! Reserved seat for participants only)

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 779 reviews

Thai Cooking and Market Tour with Lanna Smile

Cooking Class Schedule ⏰ Morning: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM ⏰ Evening: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Enjoy a fun cooking experience! Class is limited to just 8-10 people , in a cozy airconditioned room. Here’s what you can look forward to: ✅ Convenient Hotel Pick-Up Pick up at your hotel lobby within Chiang Mai Old City (❗️Square area on the map❗️) ✅ Visit a Local Market Take 15-20 minute trip to explore fresh ingredients for your class. ✅ Relax & Get Comfortable Settle into the warm atmosphere with a welcome drink and snack. ✅ Cook & Taste Your Creations Cook at your own station, guided step-by-step as you prepare 6 amazing recipes. Learn about the unique flavors of Thai herbs and seasonings. ✅ Vegetarian friendly ✅ Choose Your Favorite Menu (Different from Your Friends!) 1. CURRY PASTES Green curry paste Panaeng curry paste Massaman curry paste 2. CURRIES Green curry Panaeng curry Massaman curry 3. NOODLES Pad Thai Drunken noodles Fried thick noodles with soy sauce 4. SOUPS Hot and sour prawn soup Coconut milk soup with chicken Hot and sour soup with chicken 5. DESSERTS Sweet sticky rice with mango Banana in coconut milk Sago balls in coconut milk 6. APPETIZERS Fried spring rolls Papaya salad Notes: Visitors (above 6 yrs old) are welcome for 400 THB per person, payable in cash. Let’s cook, eat, and enjoy a delightful day together!

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 990 reviews

Half Day Authentic Thai Cooking Class in Organic Farm

At Grandma’s Home Cooking School, we do not only teach you how to cook traditional Thai dishes but also culturally give you some tricks so you can adapt, find substitute ingredients in your own country, cook by yourself, and spend time cooking with your beloved family. After picking you up from the hotel, we will spice up your morning with a small journey to a local Thai fresh market. There, you will experience the actual culture and vibe of the people in the community. It might seem a bit chaotic from the outside view but, after spending some time there, you’ll feel a warm-hearted welcoming without being noticed. Also we will give a closer look at the local varieties of Thai seasoning, sauce, and paste for our menu. At this point, you’ll learn how and what they are made of. In Northern Thai, the people are family-oriented, therefore, we don’t just go out, do the shopping, cook, and eat. We spend and enjoy quality time together with the family and that is how we learn our traditional cooking process from generations for centuries. At the school, the first thing we’ll do is to explore our farm. We have a mushroom house, chicken barn, and vegetable garden. They are all 100% organic.There you will learn how to choose the vegetables before we roll. Our school is 100% eco-friendly and sustainable.Join us and experience grandma’s love at Grandma’s Home Cooking School

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 751 reviews

Northern Flavours Chiang Mai Food Tour

Get your taste buds ready because there is nothing quite like Northern Thai cuisine. We limit our daily small-group street food tour to only 8 exclusive guests. We’ll bounce between 5-6 different spots using our own private songthaew red truck, gorging on 15+ different tastings from street food joints to local eateries. No other food tour has this many variety of tastings as us! We’ll delve into the history and food cultures of the North of the country. Try braised pork in five spices at a vendor once visited by Anthony Bourdain, visiting my favourite local spots, and we'll explore one of the best food markets in the city. You simply can’t visit Northern Thailand without trying the herby larb, sticky gaeng hang lay curry and legendary lemongrass sai oua sausage. Nor can you skip the tangy tea leaf salads, brought in during the two centuries of Burmese rule. Sold out? Ask us about our lunchtime 'Lanna Kingdom' tour also! **Special Diets: this tour is not suitable for vegetarians and pescatarians (sorry!), as you'll have to miss several dishes, with few alternatives available. If you don't eat pork, there will be 3-4 less tastings (out of 15 total). Gluten intolerances are ok but only if soy sauce can be consumed. Shrimp paste makes its way into many dishes, so severe shellfish allergies are not recommended. For any food allergies, please message us before booking**

4.82 out of 5 average rating, 95 reviews

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Black, White, Blue Temple Journey

ATTENTION：If you have a flight in the evening, please do not participate in this activity. Start your journey with a convenient hotel pick-up in Chiang Mai. Travel in a van with a small group of up to 12 guests. Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch featuring a variety of Thai and international dishes, with vegetarian options available. Our English guide licensed by TAT will accompany you throughout the day, providing key highlights and ensuring everything runs smoothly. Their friendly and approachable nature will make your journey enjoyable. Chiang Rai is approximately 172 kilometers from Chiang Mai, and the one-way trip takes about 3 hours. On the way to Chiang Rai, we will stop at a hot spring station for a break. At the end of the journey , we will return to Chiang Mai This tour takes you to Chiang Rai iconic attractions: • White Temple (Wat Rong Khun): A dazzling masterpiece with intricate carvings and a gleaming white facade, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. • Blue Temple (Wat Rong Suea Ten): Known for its striking blue interiors and serene white Buddha, it offers a peaceful and photogenic experience. • Black House Museum (Baan Dam): A bold and unique collection of art and architecture by Dr. Thawan Duchanee, showcasing a mysterious side of Thai culture. If your hotel is outside the pick-up area, we will meet you at McDonald’s near Tha Phae Gate.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 676 reviews

Half Day Cooking Class & Market Tour by YummyTasty Cooking

Our Half day program! - Visiting and shopping at a local market / spend time exploring the fresh ingredients used in class. (About 15-20 minutes) -Start to pick you up from hotel. (Within 3 Km. from Kad Kom Market) - Settle into our place and you will get drinking water amd welcome snacks. - Enjoy cooking at your own station and taste splendid hand-cooked dishes. Our class is provided, and you will have a lot of fun. We can teach new techniques that can make you look and feel like a pro. - You will be able to cook 5 dishes. Our instructors will guide you step-by-step through the cooking process and explain to you about the difference in the Thai herbs and seasonings, and what can be substituted when you cook at home. (You will learn how to make a curry paste by Thai traditionally way.) - Depart with a PDF recipe and finish the day with a drop off to your hotel. Other things to note Pick up time!! Morning is between 8.45-9.30 a.m. Evening is between 3.00-3.45 p.m. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. Drop off after finished the class to your hotel. **We don't have any AC in kitchen and eating room. We have only fans. Thailand belongs to the tropical climate, so the climate is hot and humid all year round. April to June are the hottest months, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C-43°C.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 253 reviews

Tom Yum Thai Cooking School

-Pick up from the hotel (Within 3 Km of Chiang Mai old city) -Going to the local market to explore ingredients used in class and the lives of the local people shopping. -Going to a cooking school that is located in the home sweet home. -Get to try some snacks and fruit in season. -Let's enjoy Cooking and Eating the food that we cooked. We have 5 dishes and 1 special dish. One person can choose one of each food and everyone makes Sticky rice with mango. Our menu consist: Stir-fried : Pad Thai : Cashew Nut with Chicken : Pad See Ew Soup : Hot and Sour Prawn Soup (Tomyum) : Chicken in Coconut milk soup : Thai Noodle soup Appetizers : Spring Roll : Papaya Salad : Cucumber Salad Curry paste : Green curry paste : Panang curry paste : KhaoSoi curry paste Curry : Green curry : Panang curry : Khaosoi curry * Dessert : sticky rice with mango Other things to note Morning Class from 8.30 am.-1.30 pm. Pick up around 8.15-8.45 am. Evening Class from 3.30 pm.-8.30 pm. Pick up around 3.15-3.45 pm. The cooking is in the house. Any food allergic, Special request. Please let us know.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 205 reviews

Coffee Connoisseur, Local-Cafe Hopping

Chiang Mai got a reputation as the "Capital city of coffee" our small group will visit 4 local-cafes that drive by a passionate owner who takes a coffee to the next level, drinks their signature and inspired by a story behind. 1) Micro-roaster, We’ll meet local roaster, the backbone of the coffee industry, who seriously bring the best from a coffee bean to a cup. Learn more about what is in the taste of a coffee. 2) Kissaten a Japanese-cafe, meets an owner who didn't call himself a barista but just a guy who carries on his grandmother-in-law Moka pot technic. I also surprise everytime I drink his unique coffee. We’ll stop for a lunch break at my favorite noodle shop. 3) Time for a refreshment, We’ll visit a third-wave Cafe and a owner who master his cold-brew method. 4) Slow paced casual move to an artistic space that serves an photogenic drink, a coffee that tastes like a cocktail! Tea-shop also available if the group prefers. The tour was personalized based on your coffee knowledge and what sort of cafes you like so don’t hesitate to let me know any specialty you may have. In the end, I hope this experience will save you precious time and connecting you to your coffee favorites. Other things to note: As we may drink 4-5 cups of coffee to make sure you didn’t get over-caffeine. If you or your partner didn’t drink much coffee per day, kindly let me know.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

One day Thai food tour with a local student

Get ready for an exclusive Chiang Mai food adventure crafted just for you! Enjoy a private food tour tailored just for you. Have a Unique Experience And Memories. I'm not just any guide but will be your Thai friend who knows every hidden gem of mouth-watering dishes. With over 8 years of living, studying, until graduated and working I can show you the secret spots locals love. We'll explore vibrant night markets and charming alleys, tasting delicious food from local street vendors. Along the way, I'll share fascinating stories about the history and culture of Chiang Mai, making this tour not only a foodie adventure but also a cultural immersion. By the end of our tour, you'll have discovered the incredible local food scene in Chiang Mai and made some unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime that you will not have without booking this tour! Let's eat our way through the city and have a great time together! Notes: 1. The tour will be tailored to meet your needs and food allergy issues. 2. We have to be hopping around the town. A motorbike would be the best vehicle. In case you’re not confident to ride, please chat :). Let's find out the way together! 3. Let us know if you have questions or want to negotiate the tour time. 4. The fee excludes food bills

5 out of 5 average rating, 144 reviews

Chiang Mai Lanna Northern Thai Cooking Experience

- Pick up by your host, " Then heading to the local market and continue to her house by private car. - Cooking Lanna food together, just like family, talking & sharing experiences with the host family. The food will be Northern Thai food or Lanna food in the Lanna cuisine, cooked with charcoal stove and clay pot. - Having a meal together as locals do. The place is in the Countryside, surround by rice fields, fruit orchards and organic garden that will get you in touch with the real locals and you will learn something new. See how locals live, share their culture and eat together with them. There are 4 dishes to cook including dessert. For example: Khaow Soi (Chiang Mai Noodles) Kaeng Hung Lay (Chiang Mai Curry) Abb Moo (Minced pork wrap in banana leaves) Sai Aou (Chiang Mai sausage) Laap Moo Kaou (Mince pork local spicy salad) Naam Prick Oong (Tomatoes with minced pork chili dipping paste) Taam Kanoon (Young Jack fruit spicy salad) The program is organized for Lunch time (08.30 am. -03.30 pm. ) (Approximately 6-9 hours depending on the recipes and the number of people in the class) Other things to note 1) Vegetarian requests are welcome 2) Children under 5 years old and followers will be charged 60% of the full adult price. 3) The experience also Includes Travel Insurance (required by Thailand Tourism regulations)

Food and drink activities in Chiang Mai

Food and drink activities led by local experts

Sample tasty vegan rice dishes and hear stories

Make Thai-inspired cocktails at North Gate Spirit

Learn to cook laab nuea

Explore a wet market and savor vibrant flavors

Taste authentic Northern Thai food with a TV chef

Thai tea blending workshop on the Ping River

Thai vegan cooking and mindful eating workshop

Learn chocolate making in Chiang Mai

Rediscover lost Northern Thai recipes in a historic house

Learn to cook khao soi at a century-old market

Top-rated food and drink activities

Aromdii Thai cooking class & Market tour

Thai Cooking and Market Tour with Lanna Smile

Half Day Authentic Thai Cooking Class in Organic Farm

Northern Flavours Chiang Mai Food Tour

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Black, White, Blue Temple Journey

Half Day Cooking Class & Market Tour by YummyTasty Cooking

Tom Yum Thai Cooking School

Coffee Connoisseur, Local-Cafe Hopping

One day Thai food tour with a local student

Chiang Mai Lanna Northern Thai Cooking Experience

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