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Cooking Class Tour

Cook authentic Thai dishes at Smile Organic Farm Cooking School, located in the peaceful countryside about 45 minutes from Chiang Mai old city. The class starts with a visit to a local market and a guided tour of the organic farm where many ingredients are grown. You then choose your own menu from a wide selection of dishes across curry pastes, curries, stir-fries, soups, salads, and desserts – and cook everything yourself at your own station with an English-speaking instructor. You take a recipe e-book home and eat everything you prepare.

Thai cooking class at Smile Organic Farm - learn traditional Northern Thai cuisine - Chiang Mai Cooking Tour

Duration: Half day (5–6 hrs) or full day (7 hrs) | Start: Morning, afternoon, or evening course | Meeting: Hotel pickup within 3 km of Chiang Mai old city | Pace: Relaxed and hands-on | Group: Small group or private options

What you can expect

Visit a local market and a working organic farm before cooking Choose your own dishes: curry pastes, curries, stir-fries, soups, salads, and desserts Popular dishes include Pad Thai, Green Curry, Khao Soi, Mango Sticky Rice, and more Your own cooking station with individual guidance throughout All dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan – spice level is fully adjustable Take home a recipe e-book and the food you cooked

Good to know

Three course options available: Full Day (9:00–16:00), Half Day (9:00–14:30), and Evening (15:00–21:30). All dishes are available as vegetarian or vegan. Please mention dietary needs when requesting. The farm is in the countryside, roughly 45 minutes from Chiang Mai old city – transport is included.

Included and not included

Included: Hotel pickup within 3 km of Chiang Mai old city, Local market visit and organic farm tour, All ingredients for cooking class, Individual cooking station, English-speaking cooking instructor, Water and tea during the class, Recipe e-book to take home, The food you prepare.

Not included: Personal purchases at the market, Transport outside the agreed pickup zone.

FAQ

Can I choose what I cook?

Yes. You pick your own dishes from a broad menu covering curry pastes, curries, stir-fries, soups, salads, and desserts.

Is the class suitable for beginners?

Absolutely. The instructor guides you step by step and the format is relaxed and beginner-friendly.

Can everything be made vegetarian or vegan?

Yes. All dishes on the menu are available in a vegetarian or vegan version.

Which course length do you recommend?

The Full Day course covers the most dishes and includes all categories. The Half Day and Evening courses are great if you have limited time.

Is this suitable for couples or small groups?

Yes, it is a popular choice for couples, friends, and families alike.