Phuket Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour Option
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Phuket Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour Option

By Phuket Thai Cooking Class by Chef VJ
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Learn how to prepare authentic Thai curry in a relaxed environment during a small-group cooking class. If you select the morning tour, visit a local traditional market, brimming with color and foreign smells, to pickup fresh ingredients. As you use mortar and pestle, your local instructor shares culinary secrets passed down from generation to generation. Upon request, the menu can be altered to accommodate any dietary restrictions.
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Ages 9-80, max of 20 per group
Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English
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Highlights
  • Enjoy a small class size for a more personal experience
  • Relax in complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Visit a traditional Thai market (morning only)
  • Choose from two start times to fit your schedule
Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best
2024

  • All ingredients for cooking
  • Fruits tasting (during market tours)
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Recipes and secret tips
  • Clean private cooking stations
  • Light refreshments and fruits during class
  • Bottled water (unlimited)
  • Vegan / Vegetarian / Gluten Free and Halal classes available. Let us know.
  • Lunch
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Dinner
  • All recipes mailed to you after the class
  • Free round-trip transfer from Kata, Kata Noi, Karon.
  • Free round-trip transfer Patong, Rawai, Naiharn only for classes with market tour(min 2 ppl)
  • *Meeting point for Kalim, Tritrang, Kamala, Surin is at Hard Rock Cafe Patong*. (min 2 ppl)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
  • Phuket Thai Cooking Class by Chef VJ, 31 Patak Rd, Tambon Karon, Amphoe Mueang Phuket, Chang Wat Phuket 83100, Thailand
    Class with market tour Free transfer from Kata, Kata Noi, Karon. *Patong, Rawai, Naiharn (min 2 people) **Note Kalim, Tritrang, Kamala, Surin, we will give you pick up point in Patong. (min 2 ppl) Class with NO market tour Free transfers -Kata, Kata Noi, Karon
Pickup details
  • PLEASE check your inbox after booking, we will send you pick up time. PLEASE read carefully about the pick up areas.
Hotel pickup offered
During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
    End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

      • Not wheelchair accessible
      • Near public transportation
      If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 57786P1

      • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
      • Cooking instructions and introductions to all thai ingredients.
      • Chopping and Cooking everything by yourself.
      • Recipes will be emailed to you.
      • Making of Curry Paste the traditional way, using of mortar and pestle.
      • Enjoy your meal fresh and take home the rest.
      • Free round-trip transfer from Kata, Kata Noi, Karon.
      • Free round-trip transfer Patong, Rawai, Naiharn (minimum 2 people).
      • *Meeting point for Kalim, Tritrang, Kamala, Surin is at Hard Rock Cafe Patong. (min 2 ppl).
      • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

      • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

      If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 57786P1

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      • Phuket Thai Cooking Class by Chef VJ
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        Kata Beach, Thailand
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      • ilija9
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Fantastic
        It was fantastic, we ate very well. Highly recommended. We cooked together so many dishes. The team was so friendly. Thank you to all of you!
        Written February 13, 2025
      • R7342SWclaudiao
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        Awesome experience and food!
        Thai cooking with chef JV was an absolutely awesome experience! The menu was full of delicious meals despite my personal lack of cooking skills 😂 You feel very encouraged and have tons of fun while making your own tom yum, pad Thai, curry paste and sticky rice. Would recommend to anyone coming to Phuket even for just a short trip (am tempted to go again!) 10/10 - lots learnt and a lot of fun had!!!
        Written February 13, 2025
      • 459bastid
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Best cooking class we went to
        The market tour was very interesting and fun. We tried so many new fruits. The cooking event was well organized, fun and delicious. We would come back :)
        Written February 9, 2025
      • N6903PMkatherinen
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        Must Try
        Was a lot a fun, good food and a lot of laughs! Staff were very kind and helpful along the way. They accept all vegetarian dishes and swap dishes for nut allergies.
        Written February 9, 2025
      • angiee750
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Absolutely would recommend doing!
        Oh my swear word! AMAZING! Class was so informative, interactive, communicative and worth it on every level! One of the highlights of our trip. The instructors were darling!!! Helped us see we can make Thai food and taught us the best little tricks!
        Written February 7, 2025
      • I326YEmikev
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        A must do!!!
        One of my favorite experiences on our trip. Food was amazing and the the instructors were extremely helpful. Favorite dish had to have been the mango sticky rice
        Written February 7, 2025
      • Mehri K
        0 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Old Phuket town food tour
        Jane took us to some amazing places, some of them, hole in the wall with good authentic Southern Thai food. She explained the ingredients and how it has made it's way too each dish. We also toured two museums and two old houses and the way they were set up in the past. I recommend this tour to everybody. Jane spoke perfect English and we really enjoyed our time with her.
        Written February 7, 2025
      • tracysE2782IN
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Great food and company
        Such a good experience and food is amazing! Cooked Pad Thai, Red and Green curries. Also made mango sticky rice. Staples of Thai food!
        Written February 5, 2025
      • chloepW7175RF
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        Don’t think just book.
        I could not reccomend this class any more. The teachings, organisation, clear communication, food choices and food flavor was exceptional
        Written February 4, 2025
      • MERCED N
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        Cooking class in Thailand
        I just recently attended cooking class and it was an absolutely fantastic experience! The instructor, Gigi was incredibly knowledgeable and patient. Nid and Dao were also amazing.
        Written January 30, 2025
      • John N
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        Thai masterclass
        Great vibe and food! Well worth a visit on an empty stomach. Very friendly team and can wash it all down with a beer. Tom yum was a fav
        Written January 30, 2025
      • 928rajanp
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        Amazing cooking class
        The cooking class experience with the team here was amazing. They were very friendly and nice to everyone. They catered for vegetarian options which was really nice to see as fellow vegetarians. Didi and the team were great. Definitely recommend anyone who is keen on learning thai cooking.
        Written January 30, 2025
      • X7433RZgemmam
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        Highly recommend!!
        So much fun! Very accommodating to vegetarians. All of the staff are so helpful and kind. Shoutout to Gigi. Very clear instructions and good chats
        Written January 22, 2025
      • bartoszk597
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        Fantastic atmosphere
        Fantastic experience with Thailand food and ingredients . Great time, fantastic atmosphere. One of the must have points in Phuket.
        Written January 21, 2025
      • meljwood
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        Thai cooking class
        Excellent afternoon with Jane and her team. Easy instructions, for those worried about a language barrier, don’t be, perfectly understandable. Classic dishes made easy’ish. Highly recommend
        Written January 17, 2025
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      Ioana B
      Otopeni, Romania66 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      You can't miss this! This thing is ran entirely by women and was a lot of fun! I booked literally the night before and VJ e-mailed me immediately saying their driver doesn't pick up tourists in my area and that I should be there early (my hotel was 1h away so understandable). This is worth it!
      The cooking stations were ready, you can't wear outside shoes (love that) and her helpers are awesome.
      VJ has a great way of engaging people, she lets you smell the ingredients, really get to know what's in your food and how flavors work well together. She was great at explaining why the dishes need to be cooked quickly and why that particular combo of spices works. We had a demo of coconut milk extraction (cold press), seasonal fruit tasting and a tour of the market.
      They rotate their recipes, our group cooked curry, thai fried rice and tom yum soup, followed by dessert.
      Written March 6, 2024
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      Samantha R
      4 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Nov 2024 • Couples
      This was hands down amazing! I booked on Trip Advisor. The night before I got a message on WhatsApp on where to meet the next day for pickup, which was super close to our hotel and went very smooth. The market tour was so much fun. The tour guide had prepared a bunch of fun fruits for us to try, all cut up and ready to eat so we knew it was good to try. She had a microphone on as well so it was very easy to hear her throughout the tour and she spoke great English. Then, we were taken to the cooking class area. This area was super well laid out, clean, and extremely organized. Every single dish we made was already pre measured so our food came out perfect each time. We got to prepare certain items and cut up all of our ingredients, so we definitely felt like master chefs. There were so many people helping run the class so it went very efficiently. The main instructer was incredible. Explained everything so perfectly, and gave a nice history to each dish. She did a great job too showing how to cook the food. She was also very funny! Did this tour with my husband and hands down would do it again. Also, there was so much food so we definitely left full, and everything was delicious. Amazing!!!
      Written November 4, 2024
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      Victoria G
      Cardiff, UK141 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Apr 2024 • Solo
      Such an amazing class! The guide took us through the market and explained local Thai ingredients. We got to samples some local fruit, which was delicious! Then we went to the Cooking Class, where we made for traditional Thai dishes! First was Tom Yum soup, then Pad Thai, then green or red curry and then sticky mango rice for dessert. I’m vegan, and everything was made to accommodate, which was amazing! The staff were very helpful. I would highly recommend this class to anyone looking to gain some insight on Thai culture and cuisine!
      Written April 2, 2024
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      Magdalena D
      9 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      It was an amazing experience! What we cooked was absolutely delicious even what came out from my wok and I’m normally useless in kitchen xD

      We each learnt and cooked 3 dishes, tam yum soup, pad thai and curry made up from the scratch including the curry paste and we all shared a custody over a dessert 😁

      Staff was extremely professional and organised. Everything was prepared top notch :) It could not have been better! I would recommend it to anyone as a “must do” whether you are a cook or just an eater like myself xD you can personalised your dish whether you like it spicy or not.

      When booking you will get an immediate text with confirmation and you can contact them on WhatsApp about any questions. We were picked up and dropped off at the hotel, right on time in a comfortable van.

      I cannot recommend it enough 🥳 ah… and although it says apprx 3hrs experiencd, you get to eat everything you cook so we needed another 2hrs afterwards just to lie down and digest 😁 hence the review is soo long… had plenty of time while on the sunbed 😁

      Thank you VJ for today!
      Written January 28, 2023
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      Michelle S
      3 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2024 • Family
      The whole course was extremely informative great fun and well organised. The pick up from central Patong was efficient and we were kept updated by text messages.
      The course began with a trip to a fruit and vegetable market which was very informative and amusingly presented by Jane, we were offered a range of local fruits to try.
      There were around twenty people attending the session, but a good number of instructors ensured any questions were answered quickly.
      The workspace was so well organised and all equipment and facilities were planned and considered with provision for food allergies and dietary requirements. The layout of the preparation area and kitchen workstations allowed for participants to chat and get to know each other while preparing ingredients. This was also where we sampled our delicious food. I felt like the food I cooked was far more delicious than I expected, the recipes used for the course are simple to prepare but really get the best results in terms of flavour. There is a lot of skill in getting temperatures and timings right and the instructions are delivered clearly with a microphone, plus helpers keeping an eye on all participants
      This course was a highlight of my visit to Phuket, it was great fun, a really good atmosphere and I felt I learned a lot
      Written January 1, 2025
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      Christopher H
      Sydney, Australia79 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      We had an amazing experience with VJ’s thai cooking class and market tour! It was the perfect blend of culture and cuisine. We started with a fun and informative market tour, learning about local ingredients and spices. Then, we headed to the kitchen to cook some classic Thai dishes: Pad Thai, Red Curry, Mango Sticky Rice, and Tom Yum Soup. VJ, Jane and the team were friendly, knowledgeable, and made the cooking process so enjoyable. What really surprised us was the amount of food! After cooking each dish, we got to sit down, taste, and enjoy everything we made – and it was a lot more than we expected! Everything was absolutely delicious, and I now feel confident enough to recreate the dishes at home. Highly recommend this class for anyone who loves cooking or wants to dive deeper into Thai culture!
      Written September 26, 2024
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      Natarsha P
      Sydney, Australia2 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Our experience was exceptional from start to finish. Jane, our guide at the market, was fantastic—her clear English and easy-to-follow explanations made it an enjoyable and informative experience. The cooking class with VJ was equally impressive; the instructions were simple to follow, the group size was just right, and the food we prepared was absolutely delicious. This class is a must-do for anyone visiting Phuket!
      Written December 13, 2024
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      Lacie R
      17 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Dec 2024 • Family
      2020: I've always wanted to learn to make Thai Green curry, and this was the most amazing experience - authentic and delicious! Going to the local market together with our 5 and 7 year old to buy the ingredients was a huge help to gain confidence in what to do when it's your turn to shop for these ingredients. I really feel confident to make these recipes again. The step-by-step experience was incredibly well-organized and they took care of the most tedious parts of the prep - like preparing shrimp and chicken and washing the dishes.
      2024: Going again with my husband and now 9 and 11 year old daughters was an incredible experience. They learned so much about how to handle a knife and even did some of the cooking. It was just amazing to join this beautiful class and feel like a true expert. Thank you for continuing to offer this incredible experience. I wish all cuisines came with your beautiful experience to share food, culture, and good company.
      Written December 19, 2024
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      AZH23
      New York City, NY5 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Feb 2025 • Solo
      This class was a fun and delectable experience from start to finish! The teachers were knowledgable and enthusiastic, the ingredients locally curated, the cooking stations high-level , and the meal itself easily one of the best I've had in my stay in Thailand. The class was also a small group of five, so we received plenty of individual attention and it was a more intimate travel/learning experience than is typical in many other cooking classes. My belly is now full and my brain is elated and full of delicious Thai recipes...what more could I ask for??!! Highly recommend
      Written February 9, 2025
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      Natasha Z
      11 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Jun 2022 • Couples
      This is a must do in Phuket! TJ was so knowledgeable, friendly, funny and made us feel so comfortable during the whole experience.

      The market tour was very fun and trying new fruits was interesting as she told us about them and educated us on all the herbs and spices needed in Thai cooking. The food preparation and cooking was very fun and easy to follow along, the small classes really made it an infinite and fun experience. The food was probably the best I've had in Thailand so far and the fact that we got to make it ourselves was even better! Preparing all our ingredients and even making our own curry paste was really fun too.

      TJ was also very responsive and replied to any messages at any hour of the day so I felt very valued as a customer. Highly recommend if you are thinking of doing a cooking class, I will have these new skills and food knowledge for a lifetime. :)
      Written June 12, 2022
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