Mali Thai Cooking Class | Chiang Mai, Thailand
Full Day 08:00–16:00
฿1,890 per guest
Maximum 15 guests
Pickup within 10 km of Chiang Mai city
Hands-on cooking class
Authentic Thai cooking · Chiang Mai

Cook Thailand.
Take the memory home.

Discover Thai culture through fresh ingredients, traditional techniques, garden herbs, aromatic spices and a full day of cooking together.

Garden & herb tour Hands-on Thai cooking Pickup & drop-off included
8Hours
Full Day
8 HoursFull-day experience including transportation
฿1,890Per guest for the Full-Day class
15 GuestsMaximum number of participants
10 kmPickup area from Chiang Mai city
White jasmine flower
Fresh herbs and Thai ingredients
The meaning of Mali

A cooking experience inspired by jasmine.

Before Mali Thai Cooking Class had a name, we began with a question: if one thing could represent Thailand without saying the word “Thai,” what would it be?

Our answer was jasmine — Mali. Around the world, jasmine is known for its unmistakable fragrance. In Thailand, it also carries a deeper sense of welcome, warmth, respect and friendship.

That spirit shapes the experience at Mali. The class is not only about preparing a meal. It is about discovering Thai culture through every sense — fresh ingredients, herbs from the garden, spices released in the mortar and the careful details that make Thai food unique.

“If the scent of jasmine finds you again one day, we hope it brings you back to Thailand — and to the time we cooked together.”
More than a cooking class

A full day of flavor, craft and Thai hospitality.

From garden herbs to curry paste, cooking, cultural workshops and afternoon tea, each part of the day is designed to feel connected and memorable.

Garden herbs

Garden Tour

Walk through the garden, collect vegetables and herbs, and learn how fresh Thai ingredients are used.

Vegetable preparation

Vegetable Carving

Try a simple Thai-style carving activity and prepare decorative vegetables for beautiful plating.

Mortar and pestle with spices

Curry Paste

Use a traditional mortar and pestle to make fresh curry paste and release the fragrance of Thai spices.

Thai curry dish

Cook 3 Thai Savory Dishes

Prepare and enjoy three Thai savory dishes throughout the day, learning by cooking each one yourself.

Fresh coconut

Fresh Coconut Milk Workshop

Join a hands-on workshop to learn the traditional process of pressing fresh coconut milk.

Jasmine flower and Thai aroma

Thai Aroma Workshop

Create a Thai aromatic item or herbal inhaler as a sensory cultural activity after cooking.

Afternoon tea in a garden

Afternoon Tea

Slow down and relax in the garden with afternoon tea after your cooking and cultural workshops.

Cooking lesson and recipes

Recipes to Take Home

Receive the recipes at the end of the day so you can recreate your favorite Thai dishes at home.

Hands-on food preparation Learn by doing
Thai curry and herbs Thai flavors
Tea in a green garden Relax in the garden
Signature experience

Full-Day Thai Cooking Class

08:00–16:00, including pickup and drop-off time. A complete day that moves from ingredients and traditional preparation to cooking, cultural activities and a relaxed garden finish.

Hotel Pickup

Pickup guests according to the route.

Welcome Drink & Introduction

Receive your apron and an introduction to the day.

Garden Tour

Collect vegetables and herbs while learning about Thai ingredients.

Vegetable Carving

Prepare simple decorative vegetables for plating.

Make Curry Paste

Use a mortar and pestle to prepare curry paste from scratch.

Savory Dish No. 1

Cook and enjoy your first savory dish.

Savory Dish No. 2

Cook and enjoy your second savory dish.

Fresh Coconut Milk Workshop

Learn the traditional process of pressing coconut milk.

Savory Dish No. 3

Cook and enjoy your third savory dish.

Dessert

Dessert is served and enjoyed together.

Thai Aroma / Herbal Inhaler Workshop

Create a Thai aromatic item as part of the sensory experience.

Afternoon Tea & Garden Relaxation

Relax in the garden and receive your recipes.

Return Transfer

Drop guests back at their pickup locations.

Booking

Send your class request.

Choose your date and number of guests, then share your pickup and dietary information. Mali Thai Cooking Class will review availability and confirm the booking by email.

1

Choose Class

Select the class, date, time and number of guests.

2

Guest Details

Enter your name, hotel, phone, email and dietary information.

3

Send Request

Your booking request is sent to the Mali team for review.

4

Admin Review

Availability, class size, dietary needs and pickup area are checked.

5

Confirmation

Approved booking details are sent to you by email.

Preparing Thai food

Before you book

Pickup is available within 10 km of Chiang Mai city. Additional travel charges may apply outside this area.

  • Tell us about food allergies or ingredients you cannot eat.
  • A booking request is not confirmed until approved and payment is completed.
  • Date changes depend on availability and school approval.
  • Please be ready at the confirmed pickup point at least 10 minutes early.

Booking Request

Complete the details below. The Mali team will review your request before confirming the class.

Estimated total฿1,890
Thank you. Your booking request has been received. The Mali team will review availability and contact you by email.
Relaxing garden atmosphere
Good to know

Booking terms & reminders.

Clear information before the class helps guests arrive prepared and allows the school to manage pickup, availability and dietary requests properly.

Cancellation & Date Changes

  • Cancellation or date-change requests should be made at least 72 hours (3 days) before the workshop.
  • A requested new date depends on availability and must be confirmed by Mali Thai Cooking Class.
  • A date-change request may be submitted once.
  • Activities may be adjusted due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

Pickup & Arrival

  • Please follow the pickup time and location shown in your Booking Confirmation.
  • Pickup service covers the specified area only.
  • Please wait at the pickup point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time.

Email Reminders

  • Automatic reminder emails are planned for 3 days and 1 day before the workshop.
  • Reminder emails can include your class date, time, number of guests and pickup details.
  • A Google Maps pickup-location button and contact channels can also be included.
Come cook with us

A Chiang Mai memory, made by hand.

For class questions, dietary requirements, pickup details or booking support, contact Mali Thai Cooking Class directly.

Websitemalithaicookingclass.com
LocationChiang Mai, Thailand