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

Chiang Mai, Thailand
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Duration6h
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 20 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

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

Options

Afternoon session 4.30pm

Pickup included

Morning session 8.30am

Market Tour
Pickup included

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

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

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

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

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • all travelers are accepted.

Cancellation policy

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