Chiang Mai: Traditional Thai-Akha Cooking Class& Market Tour

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Indulge in a culinary journey unlike any other with Thai Akha Kitchen, where the rich heritage of the Akha people merges seamlessly with the vibrant flavors of Thai cuisine. Descendants of the Akha tribe, who migrated to Thailand in the early 1900s, our chefs are deeply rooted in their cultural traditions and are eager to share their unique culinary heritage with you.

Nestled in the picturesque mountains of Thailand, the Akha people have developed their own distinctive culinary traditions, emphasizing freshness, health, and sustainability. At Thai Akha Kitchen, we take pride in showcasing these traditions, offering an immersive cooking experience that goes beyond just mastering recipes.

From exploring local markets to handpicking the freshest ingredients, our cooking classes offer a hands-on approach to learning the art of Akha cooking. With each dish, you'll discover the stories and traditions that have been passed down through generations, gaining insight into the Akha way of life

Example Menu

Starter

Papaya Salad

Main

Green Curry Chicken

Thai Green Curry Chicken is a popular and flavorful dish in Thai cuisine, combines tender pieces of chicken with a rich and aromatic green curry sauce

Dessert

Mango with Sticky Rice

Dessert

Pumpkin in Coconut Milk

Starter

Akha Salad

(Tomato, Cucumber, Coriander, Pepper, Lime Juice, Salt, and Ground Peanuts)

What's Included

Pick up service from Chiang Mai hotel
Organic Ingredients
Local market tour session
Cooking session
Guide: Languages offered: English
Recipe
Cook book
Personal expense

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please be ready in the hotel lobby at your designated pickup time.

What to expect

Our cooking classes offer a hands-on approach, including visits to local markets to select the freshest ingredients (only applicable to Morning session). Each dish you prepare will reveal stories and traditions passed down through generations, providing a deeper understanding of the Akha way of life.

The cooking class menu:

Appetizers (2)
Papaya Salad
Fried Spring Roll

Desserts (2)
Mango with Sticky Rice
Pumpkin in Coconut Milk

Akha Dishes (3)
Sapi Thong (Tomato Dipping Sauce)
Akha Salad (Tomato, Cucumber, Coriander, Pepper, Lime Juice, Salt, and Ground Peanuts)
Akha Soup

Curry and Paste (Choose 1 out of 4 dishes)
Red Curry Chicken
Green Curry Chicken
Panang Chicken Curry
Massaman Chicken Curry

Thai Soup (Choose 1 out of 3 dishes)
Chicken and Coconut Milk
Hot and Sour Prawn Soup
Clear Soup with Egg Tofu

Stir-Fried Dish (Choose 1 out of 4 dishes)
Sweet and Sour Vegetables and Chicken
Chicken with Hot Basil
Chicken with Cashew Nut
Pad Thai

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • all travelers are accepted.
Supplied by Manta Marina

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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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