Rediscover lost Northern Thai recipes in a historic house

Travel through Chiang Mai’s culinary past in a 150-year-old wooden Lanna house. I’ll introduce you to rare recipes known to only a few Chiang Saen descendants, including Hang Lay, a unique variation distinct from the Burmese-influenced version, and Kaeng Khai, a simple dish once popular in old Chiang Mai. • Learn the history behind Chiang Saen cuisine and how authentic Northern Thai recipes are disappearing. We’ll explore the cultural roots of dishes like Hang Lay and Kaeng Khai, tracing their journey through generations. • Get hands-on with the ingredients and techniques that define Chiang Saen’s flavors. You’ll prepare and cook traditional dishes, uncovering the secrets behind their unique tastes and variations. • Savor your creations as we sit down to enjoy the food we’ve made together. This is a chance to ask questions, hear more stories, and connect through cooking and sharing a meal. Together, we’ll rediscover the flavors of the past and explore Northern Thailand’s rich culinary heritage.

Learn to weave on a traditional Thai loom

Welcome Begin with an introduction to the artistry of Lanna weaving. Set up the loom Learn the parts and setup of a loom and select fibers. Practice, practice! Try your hand at basic weaving techniques. Get experimental Try different patterns and textures. Finish your piece Using your new skills, weave a small textile to take home.

Thai tea blending workshop on the Ping River

In this riverside tea-blending workshop at Monsoon Tea, you’ll discoverr various types of Thai tea, enjoy their aromas, and learn how to balance flavors. I’ll guide you through the art of blending, helping you create a perfectly harmonious mix to take home. • Begin with a warm welcome and a cup of freshly brewed tea, including the locally cherished Hmiang Khum. • I’ll share the history and the art of tea blending in Northern Thailand, discussing the tea leaves, herbs, spices, dried fruits, flowers, and other botanicals used. • Blend your own custom tea using local ingredients under my guidance, and then brew and taste your creation alongside a snack of fried chicken with fermented tea leaf salad. You’ll leave with a tin of your custom blend to enjoy later, and an appreciation for the multifaceted world of Thai tea.

Watch and learn fon leb, Thailand’s famous fingernail dance

Join me, a Lanna dancer and teacher, at the Old Chiangmai Cultural Center, where fon leb, the Fingernail Dance, tells stories through each poised fingertip and fluid movement, and an art form of quiet power unfolds. You’ll learn the delicate hand gestures and dance in a group performance. • Begin by wrapping yourself in jong kraben, the traditional Northern Thai pants, designed for comfort and grace in movement, and warm up with light stretching. • Learn the delicate gestures in fon leb, where every flick of the wrist and tilt of the head carries meaning, and their rhythm in harmony with traditional Thai music. •The Antique House, rich with Lanna heritage, becomes your stage for a final group performance, blending history and movement in a breathtaking moment. You’ll be invited to wear traditional clothing, taking home beautifully framed memories of your transformation into a Lanna dancer. You’ll leave with your finger accessories as a memorable souvenir of your time in a world where dance is poetry, movement is storytelling, and every gesture is a bridge to the past.

Explore the Suthep art scene with a local artist

Teak Wallahs, Tall tales and Thai Tea

Meditation, mindfulness, and life learnings from an ex-monk

Step into the tranquil world of Thai Buddhism as we explore Wat Jed Yot, a historic temple rich in culture and spiritual tradition. I’ll share a rare glimpse into my former life as a monk, daily practices, and the temple’s history. • Hear firsthand about the transformative journey of becoming a monk, the challenges and wisdom gained, and how these teachings continue to shape daily life. • Learn about meditation, chanting, and mindfulness, and see how monks continue to live within the temple today. • Dive into the temple’s unique history, its architectural significance, and its role in Thai Buddhist traditions as we walk through its sacred grounds. • Participate in a flower offering ritual, a symbolic act of gratitude and reflection, leaving with a sense of peace and a deeper appreciation for Buddhist customs. Whether you’re curious about Buddhist philosophy or simply seeking a moment of peace, this journey will provide insight, reflection, and a deeper connection to Thai culture. Your ticket includes a donation to the temple, ensuring that its spiritual and cultural heritage continues for generations to come.

Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple & Wat Pha Lat Hike

Visit Wat Pha Lat, stop on the way to Doi Suthep, small trekking thru the prettiest forest to the temple. This hidden temple is a beautiful haven of peace, in a garden with beautiful statues. Then visit Doi Suthep Temple, the Buddhist temple draped in gold, one of northern Thailand's most sacred temples. And enjoy the panoramic view from the top of the mountain over the city and the land below is so breathtaking.

Half Day Authentic Thai Cooking Class in Organic Farm

At Grandma’s Home Cooking School, we do not only teach you how to cook traditional Thai dishes but also culturally give you some tricks so you can adapt, find substitute ingredients in your own country, cook by yourself, and spend time cooking with your beloved family. After picking you up from the hotel, we will spice up your morning with a small journey to a local Thai fresh market. There, you will experience the actual culture and vibe of the people in the community. It might seem a bit chaotic from the outside view but, after spending some time there, you’ll feel a warm-hearted welcoming without being noticed. Also we will give a closer look at the local varieties of Thai seasoning, sauce, and paste for our menu. At this point, you’ll learn how and what they are made of. In Northern Thai, the people are family-oriented, therefore, we don’t just go out, do the shopping, cook, and eat. We spend and enjoy quality time together with the family and that is how we learn our traditional cooking process from generations for centuries. At the school, the first thing we’ll do is to explore our farm. We have a mushroom house, chicken barn, and vegetable garden. They are all 100% organic.There you will learn how to choose the vegetables before we roll. Our school is 100% eco-friendly and sustainable.Join us and experience grandma’s love at Grandma’s Home Cooking School

Half Day Cooking Class & Market Tour by YummyTasty Cooking

Our Half day program! - Visiting and shopping at a local market / spend time exploring the fresh ingredients used in class. (About 15-20 minutes) -Start to pick you up from hotel. (Within 3 Km. from Kad Kom Market) - Settle into our place and you will get drinking water amd welcome snacks. - Enjoy cooking at your own station and taste splendid hand-cooked dishes. Our class is provided, and you will have a lot of fun. We can teach new techniques that can make you look and feel like a pro. - You will be able to cook 5 dishes. Our instructors will guide you step-by-step through the cooking process and explain to you about the difference in the Thai herbs and seasonings, and what can be substituted when you cook at home. (You will learn how to make a curry paste by Thai traditionally way.) - Depart with a PDF recipe and finish the day with a drop off to your hotel. Other things to note Pick up time!! Morning is between 8.45-9.30 a.m. Evening is between 3.00-3.45 p.m. Times are subject to change due to local traffic conditions. Drop off after finished the class to your hotel. **We don't have any AC in kitchen and eating room. We have only fans. Thailand belongs to the tropical climate, so the climate is hot and humid all year round. April to June are the hottest months, with temperatures often exceeding 40°C-43°C.

Thai Cooking and Market Tour with Lanna Smile

Cooking Class Schedule ⏰ Morning: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM ⏰ Evening: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM Enjoy a fun cooking experience! Class is limited to just 8-10 people , in a cozy airconditioned room. Here’s what you can look forward to: ✅ Convenient Hotel Pick-Up Pick up at your hotel lobby within Chiang Mai Old City (❗️Square area on the map❗️) ✅ Visit a Local Market Take 15-20 minute trip to explore fresh ingredients for your class. ✅ Relax & Get Comfortable Settle into the warm atmosphere with a welcome drink and snack. ✅ Cook & Taste Your Creations Cook at your own station, guided step-by-step as you prepare 6 amazing recipes. Learn about the unique flavors of Thai herbs and seasonings. ✅ Vegetarian friendly ✅ Choose Your Favorite Menu (Different from Your Friends!) 1. CURRY PASTES Green curry paste Panaeng curry paste Massaman curry paste 2. CURRIES Green curry Panaeng curry Massaman curry 3. NOODLES Pad Thai Drunken noodles Fried thick noodles with soy sauce 4. SOUPS Hot and sour prawn soup Coconut milk soup with chicken Hot and sour soup with chicken 5. DESSERTS Sweet sticky rice with mango Banana in coconut milk Sago balls in coconut milk 6. APPETIZERS Fried spring rolls Papaya salad Notes: Visitors (above 6 yrs old) are welcome for 400 THB per person, payable in cash. Let’s cook, eat, and enjoy a delightful day together!

Northern Flavours Chiang Mai Food Tour

Get your taste buds ready because there is nothing quite like Northern Thai cuisine. We limit our daily small-group street food tour to only 8 exclusive guests. We’ll bounce between 5-6 different spots using our own private songthaew red truck, gorging on 15+ different tastings from street food joints to local eateries. No other food tour has this many variety of tastings as us! We’ll delve into the history and food cultures of the North of the country. Try braised pork in five spices at a vendor once visited by Anthony Bourdain, visiting my favourite local spots, and we'll explore one of the best food markets in the city. You simply can’t visit Northern Thailand without trying the herby larb, sticky gaeng hang lay curry and legendary lemongrass sai oua sausage. Nor can you skip the tangy tea leaf salads, brought in during the two centuries of Burmese rule. Sold out? Ask us about our lunchtime 'Lanna Kingdom' tour also! **Special Diets: this tour is not suitable for vegetarians and pescatarians (sorry!), as you'll have to miss several dishes, with few alternatives available. If you don't eat pork, there will be 3-4 less tastings (out of 15 total). Gluten intolerances are ok but only if soy sauce can be consumed. Shrimp paste makes its way into many dishes, so severe shellfish allergies are not recommended. For any food allergies, please message us before booking**

Elephant sanctuary & Sticky waterfall Chiangmai

Tour for Elephant Care & the elephant lover, spend your half day feeding, hug and bath the elephants. See how the elephants live in the wild. ( ** Please confirm your hotel for pick-up after you make a booking or before the trip 2 days ** ) We operate this trip to support the small elephant sanctuary in Chiangmai. itinerary - Pick up from your hotel at 8:00 am. - Visit Wat Pa Dara Pirom ( Royal temple ) - Drive to the sanctuary ( have some activities with them feeding, bathing , hug from mahout. Get up close and personal with these gentle giants and learn how to protect them. ) - Lunch ( we provide vegetarian food ) - Visit and enjoy Sticky waterfall ( Buatong waterfall & nature park ) - Back to Chiangmai. Duration : 8 hours Included : Ticket elephant, guide, transfer pick-up, lunch ) Excluded : other expense. ( *** LGTBQ friendly *** ) Noted with thanks : For solo traveler, please join the group or check our service availability before booking.

Cookventure Home Cooking Studio

"For all customers, we provide a convenient pick-up service from their hotels.(Reduce 5 Km from Chiangmai downtown) Our first stop is the local market inside the old city of Chiang Mai, where you'll have the opportunity to learn, touch, and taste all the ingredients and seasonings that make Thai cuisine so special. After this immersive market experience, we'll head back to our cooking school, where a welcome snack awaits before we begin the class. Morning Class Time: 8 am - 1 pm Evening Class Time: 3 pm - 8 pm About the Courses and Activities: Customers can choose one course from each category: Stir-fry (Pad Thai, Pad See Ew, Stir-fry Cashew Nut with Chicken, Stir-fry Holy Basil) Soup (Tom Yum, Chicken in Coconut Milk, Seafood in Coconut Milk, Hot and Sour Chicken) Appetizer (Papaya Salad, Spring Roll, Glass Noodle Salad, Fish Cake) Making Fresh Curry Paste from Scratch Curry (Green Curry, Red Curry, Panang Curry, Yellow Curry) Dessert (Sticky Rice Mango, Pumpkin in Coconut Milk, Water Chestnut in Coconut Milk, Fried Banana) Vegetarian and vegan options are available Our private classes accommodate a maximum of 8 people During the class, we'll guide you step by step through the preparation of five popular and stunning Thai dishes, explaining the herbs and ingredients used in each one. Each participant will have their own cooking and prep station. Please , come hungry!!