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Let the aromas of Thai herbs fill the kitchen as you step into a private Thai and Akha cooking class in Chiang Rai. This hands-on experience begins with a guided local market visit to explore fresh herbs, spices, and ingredients. Learn to prepare 5 dishes, including “Sa-pee-tong,” a rare Akha dish passed down through hill tribe communities of Northern Thailand. Then choose from Thai favorites such as Pad Thai, Green Curry, Tom Yum Goong, or Mango Sticky Rice. This private class is for your group only, with shared cooking stations designed so everyone can rotate through each step together. Sit down to enjoy the meal you created, then leave with practical cooking skills and a deeper understanding of Northern Thai and Akha food culture.
Example Menu
Main
Side Dish
Sa-pee-tong, a spicy Akha dip served with vegetables
Main
Stir-Fried
Pad Thai
Main
Appetizer
Spring Rolls
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Guests are required to make their own way to Chiang Rai Clock Tower by 9:00 AM before the market visit begins. The meeting point can be reached by taxi or Grab. Late arrivals of more than 10 minutes may be considered a no-show.
What to expect
Begin with a guided walk through a local market to explore fresh herbs, spices, and ingredients before heading to Akha Kitchen. Upon arrival, enjoy a roselle welcome drink and get ready to cook with your instructor.
Prepare five dishes step by step, starting with “Sa-pee-tong,” a rare Akha dish passed down through hill tribe communities in Northern Thailand. Then choose Thai dishes from different courses, such as Pad Thai or Pad See Ew, Green Curry or Panang Curry, Tom Yum Goong or Spring Rolls, and Mango Sticky Rice or Bua Loy. Vegetarian options are available, and spice levels can be adjusted.
Cook at shared stations designed for your private group, so everyone can rotate through each step together. After cooking, sit down in a relaxed home-style setting to enjoy the dishes you prepared and leave with practical cooking skills and a deeper understanding of Northern Thai and Akha food culture.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This is a private cooking class for 2–4 participants only
- This activity is recommended for participants aged 6 years and above. Children must be accompanied and closely supervised by an adult at all times due to the use of knives and hot stoves.
- Children or companions who do not join the cooking activity are charged THB 750 per person, payable on site.
- Menu: Sa-pee-tong is included as the first course. Then choose 1 dish from each remaining course.
- First Course: Sa-pee-tong, a spicy Akha dip served with vegetables.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- This is a private cooking class for 2–4 participants only
- This activity is recommended for participants aged 6 years and above. Children must be accompanied and closely supervised by an adult at all times due to the use of knives and hot stoves.
- Children or companions who do not join the cooking activity are charged THB 750 per person, payable on site.
- Menu: Sa-pee-tong is included as the first course. Then choose 1 dish from each remaining course.
- First Course: Sa-pee-tong, a spicy Akha dip served with vegetables.
- Stir-fried dishes: Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Pad Gra Pow, Pineapple Fried Rice
- Appetizers & Soups: Spring Rolls, Som Tam (papaya salad), Tom Ka Gai, Tom Yum Goong
- Curries: Green Curry, Panang Curry, Massaman Curry, Khao Soi Gai
- Desserts: Mango Sticky Rice, Pumpkin in Coconut Milk, Bua Loy
- Please inform the operator of any food allergies, dietary restrictions (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free), or specific ingredients you cannot consume at least 24–48 hours before the class starts. The menu may be customized where possible to accommodate your needs.
- A guided local market visit is included. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
- The guided market visit operates in light rain. In case of heavy rain, the itinerary may be slightly adjusted for your comfort and safety.
- If booking details, such as the child’s age or number of guests, are incorrect, additional charges may apply on site.
- In rare cases where the activity is cancelled by the operator, you will be notified in advance and offered a new date, an alternative activity, or a full refund.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- 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.
- 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.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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