Firstly, May is an absolute darling. Her knowledge and passion about Thai food is absolutely infectious, the full day was a truly wonderful experience. The kindness and warmth shown to us all by May & her husband throughout our time was so nice. The day starts with pick up from the hotel to a local market where May goes through the ingredients that will be used during the class and you get a true feeling why one thing is used over another. It’s at this market where you choose the food you will cook during the day. On top of making the different meals, you also get to make from scratch some of the parts that ordinarily use out of a can or jar. For me, it’s this level where you get to make the curry paste and the coconut milk for the recipes you will make, really make this a top tier experience. All in all, I cannot recommend this enough, if I’m ever back in Chiang Mai, no doubt about booking this again. 10/10

May is such an amazing host and you will make the best food you’ll have while in Thailand. Without ruining anything, the cookbook you get at the end has an extra surprise. You will cook and eat all day, come hungry!

The Thai Secret cooking school is a must for Chiang Mai. May was absolutely lovely and very knowledgeable. As a skilled home chef this was perfect, and great for all skill levels. The market tour combined with the cooking class made for a great day. There are a lot of food options you can choose from to make with modifications for dietary restrictions available. We couldn’t have asked to a better more hands on experience.

What can I say this experience was sooooo good. May’s enthusiasm for cooking authentic thai food is infectious. She is so talented and a great teacher. We made 4 courses of delicious food, and there is a choice for each one which is great if you are in a couple/ group as you can share and sample more dishes. My personal fave was the Tom Yum hot and sour soup and of course the classic sticky rice and mango. everything was delicious. This experience is brilliant value for money. With water, tea and hotel pick up and drop off included, as well as a little secret surprise. If you are looking into cooking schools in Chang Mai this is the one to book.

This was my second time joining May’s cooking class. My wife introduced me to the class in 2018, and we had so much fun that we brought my parents back to join in the good times and learning. May, her husband, and staff make this class truly an amazing experience, and we always leave with new friends and cooking knowledge of the authentic Thai recipes as well as information on finding food ingredients and substitutes depending on where students are from (I.e., US, UK, BC, etc). She is a burst of positive energy, and she always finds a way to get everyone involved. It’s an all day event, but you do not leave hungry. That’s for sure. Even though this was my 2nd time and my wife’s 3rd time, we still learned new things. Not to mention, May has a great memory. She remembered us the moment she shook our hands at the market without us even saying anything. She is one of the sweetest people that you will meet in Northern Thailand. No doubt when we have a family of our own, we will return again. Don’t forget to make friends with Jinx, the black cat. She’s a good kitty that loves to be loved. I hope this review encourages you to take the class. You won’t be disappointed! Thank you May and family for having us and always being a bright ray of sunshine. I wish you all the best in happiness, love, and prosperity! -Niki & Ryan from California

We had a really fun day at May’s cooking school. My partner and I went with our 5 year old son. We started with a visit at a local market and then picked herbs in the garden and then cooked several dishes. My son and I cooked togethee and we received great guidance and tips from May! At the end we received all recipes in a nice little book. Definitely recommend this place.

This day exceeded our expectations, even with all the great reviews we read before. Everything was perfect, from beginning to end. We were picked up at the hotel and the ride in the songthaew allowed us to get to know the other members of the group from all over the world. Best group ever! 🤗 We met May at the market, where we got plenty of information on Thaï ingredients before heading to her house and garden for the class. All day long, May shared with us her great knowledge and love of Thaï cuisine, showing us to cook with the different textures and aromas. Everything is perfectly organized. We get to cook and eat 5 different meals each. So no diner for us that night! Thank you again, May, for this day. We can’t wait to try our new skills. Jacques and Marie-Jose

May did a fabulous job! From the beginning walking us through the local foot, vegetable and meat market explaining, tasting and testing various fruits, vegetables and snacks to a wonderful 5 course cooking class in her outdoor (yet covered) cooking school. Students could try making (and eating) various appetizers, soups, noodle dishes, curries and desserts. Wonderful! It is a full day, so be prepared. No need for dinner later! Here team including her American chef husband make you at home and walk you through the recipes. Most of the herbs are picked directly from her garden. It was a great day. Highly recommend!

So glad we chose to do this course. I thought a full day might be too long but it was great. May was a great teacher and friendly host. It is a great set up, going to the market first, then to the course, picking some ingredients in the garden then cooking our menus and eating the delicious food. I learnt so much and didn’t need to eat much that evening! Thanks May :)

May was incredible and such a lovely personality to spend the day with. The experience perfectly matched the itinerary on her website. Was one of the things we were looking forward to the most and it did not disappoint. Best way to spend a day in Chiang Mai and have multiple authentic meals.