The best cooking classes in Bangkok for a culinary adventure

Conveniently located near On-Nut station, this immersive cooking school offers courses for all levels of culinary enthusiasts. From a half-day class (B1,200) to an intensive six-week programme, you'll master classics like green curry, Massaman curry, and khao soi. Your experience isn’t confined to the kitchen; a guided trip to a bustling local market is part of the package, giving you insight into Thai ingredients from source to plate.

1979/13-14 Sukhumvit Soi 75/1, Phra Kanong Nua. 081-915-4919. Open Mon-Sat 8am-5pm. Closed Sun    

Ready to cook like a pro? At Blue Elephant, you’ll be guided by globally trained chefs in a sleek, well-equipped kitchen. Opt for a half-day class and whip up to five recipes, such as som tum (papaya salad), spicy beef soup with herbs, and stir-fried chicken with cashews. Language won’t be a hurdle: classes are available in English, Thai, French, Dutch and Chinese.

41 S Sathon Rd, Yan Nawa. 02-673-9353. Open Daily 11.30am-2.30pm & 5.30pm-10pm

Roschas Culinary School provides daily lessons in a variety of Thai dishes. Spend your week learning new menus from scratch, starting with an introduction to local herbs and spices. Once you’ve grasped the essentials, move on to cooking favourites like stir-fried holy basil and spicy seafood salad. And since Thai cuisine isn’t just about savoury flavours, there’s also a dessert journey, where you can master classics like mango sticky rice and comforting taro balls in sweet coconut milk.

372 Si Ayutthaya Rd, Rajthevi. 02-248-5511. Open Daily 9am-6pm

Near Huai Khwang station, Siamese Cookery House is the go-to for hands-on learning. Begin your day with a market visit to pick out fresh, preservative-free ingredients before cooking three delicious courses. With over 100 menu options, from tom kha gai to deep-fried prawns and sweet pork, there’s plenty to choose from. And of course, mango sticky rice is a popular highlight.

132 Pracha Rat Bamphen Soi 7, Huai Khwang. 063-461-4964. Open Daily 9am-9pm

Silom Thai Cooking School takes your culinary experience beyond the kitchen. Your day begins with a lively morning market visit, where you’ll join your instructor to shop for local ingredients. With a focus on a tailored experience, you'll prepare a five-course meal (starting at B1,200) that showcases the best of Thai flavours.

6/14 Decho Rd, Bangrak. 084-726-5669. Open Daily 8am-9pm

Situated near the vibrant Sri Maha Mariamman Temple in Silom, Sompong Thai Cooking School, offers an authentic experience in a classically Thai-inspired kitchen. Your day begins with a morning market tour, where you’ll gather fresh ingredients. Back at the school, you’ll make everything from scratch, including your own curry pastes, before preparing dishes like panang curry with chicken and Massaman curry. The class (B1,300) also includes a sweet finish: egg custard in pumpkin on Mondays or mango sticky rice on other days.

2/6 Silom Soi 13, Silom Rd. 084-779-8066. Open Daily 9.30am-7pm

Combining the expertise of three culinary institutions, The Food School is a hub for serious foodies. Located near Samyan Market, this centre offers a comprehensive three-month course (B96,800) that covers both theory and practice. With fully-equipped classrooms and a fresh market of ingredients, you’ll gain hands-on experience and earn a certificate to kickstart your professional culinary journey. For those looking to test a food business before launching, there’s space available on the ground floor to trial your concept.

Building E, Block 28, 986 Chula Soi 9. 02-150-8787. Open Tue-Sun 8.30am-6pm. Closed Mon 

At Tingly Thai, the emphasis is on aromatic, traditional spices and herbs. Classes run from morning to evening and start with a visit to Wat Kheak Fresh Market starting with a market excursion to source fresh ingredients. Back in the kitchen, you’ll prepare a five-course meal featuring dishes like tom yum goong. For a refreshing finish, the private class includes an afternoon tea session, where you can make and enjoy Thai tea while soaking up the Bangkok sun.

17/1 Silom Soi 22 Surawong Rd, Bang Rak. 086-903-2963. Open Daily 8am-9pm