HANDS-ON COOKING · PRIVATE COOKING CLASSES
Your menu, your pace and nobody waiting for the burner. The 15 below are quoted for the group rather than the head, so the price per person falls as your party grows. Durations and inclusions are set out for each.
Cook five Balinese dishes in Putu’s family home near Ubud, tour the garden and temple, and enjoy a private meal with round-trip hotel transport.
“An awesome and lovely experience. Host was amazing, very friendly, welcoming, gracious, and patient.”
Make Roman fettuccine, ravioli, and tiramisu near the Vatican with wine, a local chef, recipes, and a relaxed three-hour meal.
“Fiore was amazing thanks for such an incredible time”
Explore Puerto Vallarta’s local market, choose fresh ingredients, and cook a private Mexican meal with chef Manu in his home kitchen.
“Fantastic market, cooking, and cultural tour! Manu is a delightful chef, who charmed his way around the market and patiently answered all sorts of our questions (there are seven types of snapper! Guajillo chiles have a tendency to turn bitter!) He then taught us to cook two dishes, enchiladas with rajas and a fantastic ceviche. We met his adorable dog, talked about the history of Al pastor, and had a really lovely time. I wholeheartedly recommend this tour.”
Learn five Vietnamese dishes, shop at Dong Xuan Market, cook with a private chef, and enjoy a hands-on Hanoi food experience.
“NHI was a fabulous teacher. I enrolled in the private session and she took her time to explain the method and was patient in answering all my questions. Her insight during the market tour was a highlight. I learned a lot about the Vietnamese culture. The cooking session flowed well. Highly suggest to request NHI at Apron Up!”
Cook seven Indian dishes in a Delhi family home, learn spice techniques, and enjoy a private vegetarian or non-vegetarian meal.
“This was a lovely experience! The hosts were extremely welcoming and accommodating. They made it a fun experience, and provided all the information needed to continue cooking these recipes at home. Would highly recommend!”
Cook Balinese dishes in Dewa’s family home near Ubud, tour village gardens, learn local traditions, and enjoy a private meal with transfers.
“For our traditional Balinese cooking experience and garden tour in Ubud, we had the pleasure of having Dewa as our host. He drove us 15-20 minutes out from Ubud to his village. This is an amazing experience for anyone interested in being immersed in traditional Balinese culture and way of life. Dewa takes you through a journey through the village explaining different plants and farming practices as well as the history of Bali throughout time and the basis of its religion and cultural heritage. He explained about the Balinese simple way of life, living in harmony and balance with nature. We learnt many lessons in how we could improve our…”
Review of a private Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City with cycling, kayaking, cooking, lunch, temples, and river travel.
“I joined a tour and our guide was really friendly and charming. They showed us around Mekan Dalgası and explained every place in detail. The guide was always by our side, making sure we had the best experience. Highly recommended!”
Cook Japanese dishes with Yuki in a warm Yanaka studio, learn local techniques, and enjoy a private two-hour meal near Yanaka Ginza.
“We had a great time making bento boxes. Yuki was so welcoming and provided a lot of information about the different foods and culture behind them. The recipes were easy to make when we got home!”
Learn Rajasthani cooking in a Jodhpur family home, with hotel pickup, hands-on recipes, and a vegetarian meal for $36.24.
“Reikha and Rishi made us feel welcome in their home from our hotel pick up to drop off. It was a truly authentic Indian experience and the food was amazing and definitely something we can take back with us to Australia. Both Rishi and Rekha speak very good English.”
Cook four Mexican dishes with Chef David Jahnke in San Miguel de Allende, learning culinary history, useful techniques, and fresh local flavors.
“Chef David provided historical context of the food and traditions of Mexico. He was very informative on techniques and taught us several useful new skills. The recipes were delicious and he quickly followed up our session to provide them via email.”
Cook a four-course Roman meal with Chef Andrea Consoli, pair it with four local wines, and take seasonal recipes home.
“Andrea’s class was amazing! We had the greatest time and would come back to Rome just to do it again!”
Cook three Japanese home dishes with Tokyo host Emi, then share the meal over sake in a warm, private three-hour class.
“Our cooking class with Emi was such a special experience! We made some absolutely delicious Japanese dishes, and Emi guided us through each step with patience and care. She shared so many useful tips that we can’t wait to bring bacRead more”
Review of Putu’s private Ubud market tour and Balinese cooking class, with a Pejeng Market visit, family lunch, transport, price, and tips.
“My wife and I did this on our honeymoon and I will say it is one of the highlights of our trip. Our guide Putu was amazing. She took us around the markets and helped us cook the best meal we had on our trip. This tour is great way to get an authentic look at day to day life in Ubud.”
Tour Salamanca’s Iberian ham factory, see the curing process, taste premium meats, and enjoy a chef-led showcooking experience for $87.22.
“The visit of the factory was really interesting and the dinner was amazing. Delicious and just the eight amount. Roberto and Javier were super pleasant, and Javier transmits his passion for his job while he cooks, it’s infectious and a makes it a wonderful experience.”
Learn to cook Yucatecan and Mayan dishes with Sofia in her Mérida home, including cochinita-style chicken, sopa de lima, salsa, and dessert.
“Sofia, the host, is a very gifted cook. But apart from that, she explains the intricacies of the Yucatan cuisine in a clear, simple and humorous manner. The many stories about Yucatan and the history of her family make the cooking course an unforgettable afternoon. After the cooking is done, the resulting courses are served on a beautiful decorated table.”
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