Half Day Khmer Cooking Class from Siem Reap

About this experience

Half Day Khmer Cooking Class Tickets Learn authentic Cambodian cooking techniques on this half-day culinary experience from Siem Reap. You'll travel by tuk tuk to Treak Village, a peaceful settlement where traditional ways of life continue unchanged. Your cooking class takes place in a local family home, giving you genuine insight into how Khmer cuisine connects with daily village customs and celebrations. At your own cooking station, local chefs guide you through preparing three classic Khmer dishes: a starter, main course, and dessert. You'll chop fresh herbs and spices, learn about each ingredient's cultural significance, and prepare authentic recipes from scratch. The experience includes time in gardens filled with banana trees and local plants, where you'll discover how families select and prepare native ingredients. Highlights Prepare three traditional Khmer dishes with step-by-step chef guidance Visit a Cambodian family home in peaceful Treak Village Learn about local customs and how food connects to daily village life Enjoy your homemade meal in a herb garden setting Take home recipe cards to recreate the dishes Travel by authentic tuk tuk through Siem Reap countryside Plan Your Visit to This Khmer Cooking Class The cooking class lasts approximately three hours including tuk tuk transfers from Siem Reap. No prior cooking experience is necessary as the class welcomes beginners. Bring sun protection and comfortable clothing suitable for a village environment. Dietary requirements and vegetarian options are available when requested in advance. The experience includes bottled water, cold towels, lunch (your prepared dishes), and recipe cards. Please arrive at the designated pick-up point punctually and inform staff of any allergies early. During your village visit, respect local customs as you'll be guests in a family home. After exploring Cambodian culinary traditions, you might enjoy discovering more of Cambodia's cultural heritage. The region offers many opportunities to connect with local life and history beyond the kitchen.

Highlights

• Tuk tuk ride from Siem Reap to traditional Treak Village
• Cook in a local family home for an authentic Khmer experience
• Your own cooking station guided by local chefs throughout
• Learn Cambodian techniques rooted in village customs and celebrations
• Half-day format — back in Siem Reap with time to spare

What is included

• Pick-up from your hotel to the cooking class venue
• Lunch that you cooked
• Bottled water and cold towels
• Recipes of the dishes you cooked
• Visit to a local family to learn the customs and traditions of the village
• English-speaking chef and guide

Not included

• Gratuities (optional)

Before you go

Please confirm your hotel pick-up time after booking Not wheelchair accessible Bring sun protection and comfortable shoes Suitable for most ages and skill levels Photos are encouraged but respect local customs

Cancellation terms

Cancellation is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit. Rescheduling is possible until 23:59 on the day before your visit.