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

Traveler Review from July 6, 2026

We had such a wonderful experience with Giada...things moving at a great pace, making it engaging for both adults and children without ever feeling rushed...This was one of the highlights of our trip...Highly recommend to anyone looking for an authentic, fun, and memorable Tuscan experience!

anamari, hosted by Giada in Cortona BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from July 5, 2026

...it was like an aunty picking us up from the station...The day was just great, highlight of our trip to Hokkaido. Would recommend for all abilities too. Shiori is the best!

Kieran_C, hosted by Shiori in Sapporo BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from July 5, 2026

...an absolutely phenomenal way to start our trip in Mexico City...Lucia was knowledgeable, patient, and paid great attention to our requests...as someone with culinary experience it was a great way to try some new dishes and learn new techniques!...

jonathan, hosted by Lucia in Mexico City BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from June 28, 2026

Judy was an excellent guide. Very knowledgeable and pleasant to be with...The dumpling making class was great. Hands on experience that resulted in delicious dumplings...Thoroughly enjoyed this experience.

andruske, hosted by Judy in Vancouver BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from June 23, 2026

A Life Altering Experience in Cairo...Myself, wife, and friends will share stories of this experience for the rest of our lives. A piece of our hearts will remain in Cairo with these beautiful women.

martinw2, hosted by Somaya in Cairo BOOK NOW

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"Traveling Spoon is a brilliant idea. The world needs it." - Alice Waters

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:

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

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

Market visits

1 - 2 hrs

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

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