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Book authentic cooking classes with locals in their homes

Book private cooking classes with the best home cooks in their homes in 200+ destinations around the world

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  • Traveler Review from August 27, 2025

    ...Ruby was great and attentive... really made us feel welcome. The food was amazing...I would highly recommend Ruby as this is certainly an experience you do not want to pass up.
    G6855, hosted by Ruby in Chicago, IL BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from August 26, 2025

    Tomoko welcomed us warmly into her home where we made and enjoyed delicious ramen and gyoza...Our conversations were fun and interesting...We are already planning a Japanese night back in Australia so we can practice our new-found skills...
    anthony, hosted by Tomoko in Tokyo BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from August 21, 2025

    Putu has been both a wonderful host and friend. She was warm and friendly...Our 5yo boy absolutely loved the experience, chasing chickens, ducks and dogs at her backyard. The food was amazing, and our having cooked it made all the more sumptuous!
    adriant, hosted by Putu in Bali BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from August 20, 2025

    ...Manu was an incredible introduction to PV and an amazing host...Food, hospitality, and overall experience was the highlight of our trip. We'll definitely do this again!
    P8545Y, hosted by Manuel in Puerto Vallarta BOOK NOW
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    We find the best home cooks around the world so you can immerse yourself in meaningful food experiences and cultural traditions passed down through generations. Connect with local culture through food. Visit a grandmother in her kitchen in India and learn how to make crisp dosas or spend time on a farm in Northern Thailand and grind curry pastes, and experience how local people live.

    Choose from three unique experiences with our hosts, or pick a combination:

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    In-home Meals
    1 ½ - 2 hrs

    Experience the joy of a homemade meal (and eat it the way the locals do) over conversation about food and culture

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    Cooking Experiences
    3 - 4 hrs

    Discover cultural and culinary traditions passed down through generations as you learn to cook with your host in their kitchen

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    Market visits
    1 - 2 hrs

    Explore a nearby market with your host, discovering the best local produce and its producers

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