Founded in 2000, Thai Cottage Home Cookery School is a family-run cooking school in Chiang Mai offering an authentic home-style approach to learning Thai cuisine. Set in a tranquil, garden-like setting, the school welcomes small groups for a warm and personalized experience. Guests begin their culinary journey with a guided visit to a local market and the school’s organic herb garden, learning about traditional ingredients and their cultural significance. In the open-air kitchen, friendly instructors guide participants step by step in preparing classic Thai dishes — often including curry paste made from scratch, stir-fries, soups, and desserts like mango sticky rice. With its emphasis on traditional flavors, hands-on learning, and heartfelt hospitality, Thai Cottage has earned a reputation as one of Chiang Mai’s top cooking schools. The experience is not just about cooking — it’s about sharing the warmth, stories, and flavors of a Thai family kitchen.
Founded in 2000, Thai Cottage Home Cookery School is a family-run cooking school in Chiang Mai offering an authentic home-style approach to learning Thai cuisine. Set in a tranquil, garden-like setting, the school welcomes small groups for a warm and personalized experience.



Feel at home while cooking Thai
Discover our latest activity: Step into the art of Thai cooking in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Learn insider tips from professional chefs and enjoy fresh ingredients harvested from our own organic garden.







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Everything you need to know about our Thai cooking classes
Our cooking classes start from ฿800-1,200 THB per person depending on the season. This includes a market tour, all ingredients, recipe booklet, and free hotel pickup/drop-off service.
Our cooking classes are approximately 3-4 hours long, including a guided visit to a local market and our organic herb garden, followed by hands-on cooking and tasting your creations.
Yes! We provide free hotel pickup and drop-off service within Chiang Mai city for all our cooking class participants.
Absolutely! We are flexible with dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and food allergies. Please let us know when booking and our chefs will accommodate your requirements.
We keep our class sizes small (maximum 30 people) to ensure personalized attention and a hands-on experience. Every participant gets their own wok and cooking station.
No prior cooking experience is needed! Our classes are designed for beginners to advanced cooks. Our fluent English-speaking instructors guide you step by step through each recipe.
You'll learn to cook a variety of classic Thai dishes which may include Pad Thai, Green Curry, Tom Yum Soup, Mango Sticky Rice, Som Tum (Papaya Salad), Khao Soi, and more. You can choose from our menu of available dishes.
Ready to embark on your Thai culinary journey? Contact us to book your class or learn more about our programs.