Balinese Cooking Class with Herbal Medicine Secrets in Ubud

Duration3h 30m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This is more than a cooking class, it is a complete Balinese cultural experience. Guests begin the journey with a visit to a traditional morning market, where they learn about local spices, herbs, and daily market life. Back at the authentic Balinese family compound, guests are introduced to the unique structure and philosophy of a traditional Balinese house, gaining insight into how Balinese families live and the cultural meaning behind each area of the compound.

The experience continues with a traditional welcome snack and drink, followed by a hands-on cooking class where participants prepare authentic Balinese dishes using fresh local ingredients. Guests also discover the traditional use of Balinese herbs and spices through an introduction to Balinese herbal medicine. By combining culinary learning, cultural storytelling, traditional architecture, and local family hospitality, this experience offers a deeper and more authentic connection to Bali than a typical cooking class.

What's included

Traditional morning market visit
Lunch or Dinner with food you cooked. 7 Dish Cooking (Non-Vegetarian or Vegetarian)
All ingredients and cooking equipment
Pickup and drop-off in central Ubud area (Neka Art Gallery or Hotels)

Pickup and drop-off outside the Ubud area
Personal expenses at the traditional market

What to expect

Begin your experience with a visit to a traditional Balinese morning market, where you'll explore local ingredients, aromatic spices, and fresh produce commonly used in Balinese cuisine. Your guide will introduce you to the herbs and seasonings that play an important role in everyday cooking and traditional wellness practices.

After the market visit, travel to an authentic Balinese family compound and enjoy a traditional welcome snack and refreshing drink. You'll then take a guided walk through the compound, learning about the structure, philosophy, and cultural significance of a traditional Balinese house.

Next, join a hands-on cooking class where you'll prepare a variety of authentic Balinese dishes using fresh local ingredients. Along the way, you'll learn traditional cooking techniques, the use of Balinese spices, and the preparation of traditional herbal remedies made from local plants and herbs.

Once the cooking is complete, sit down and enjoy the delicious meal you've prepared. Leave with new culinary skills, a deeper understanding of Balinese culture, and unforgettable memories of your time in Bali.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please meet directly at our cooking class location. Our team will be waiting to welcome you upon arrival. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. If you have any difficulty finding the location, please contact us using the phone number provided on your booking confirmation.

End point

Please meet directly at our cooking class location. Our team will be waiting to welcome you upon arrival. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time. If you have any difficulty finding the location, please contact us using the phone number provided on your booking confirmation.

Pickup details

Hotel pickup within the Ubud area is included. Pickup outside the Ubud area is available for an additional fee. Please contact us in advance to confirm your pickup location and any applicable additional charges.

Additional information

Service animals allowed
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Cancellation policy

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