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  • Traveler Review from January 10, 2023

    I cannot recommend this activity enough!!!...let me tell you this was the BEST local food we had the entire trip!!!...If you do anything in Ubud I would recommend this be your #1 priority!! Thank you Putu and family for our lovely meal!
    Pyper R, hosted by Putu in Bali BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 10, 2023

    Highlight of our trip to Bengaluru! Enjoyed the cooking demonstration and was served an incredible meal. We felt very welcomed...Definitely recommend this class if you are in Bengaluru.
    TomHai, hosted by Archana in Bengaluru BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 8, 2023

    Sophia was absolutely amazing. We learned tons of cooking tricks that Sophia had learned from her grandmother...And then we sat around her lovely courtyard table and enjoyed the delicious feast we had just created! What an amazing day!!!!
    Jonathan, hosted by Sofia in Mérida BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 8, 2023

    ...We had a lot of fun and the meal was amazing! Sofía is very patient and kind - a very generous host. I highly recommend this experience to anyone interested in food culture and connecting with locals.
    Andrea, hosted by Sofia in Mérida BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 7, 2023

    We had a lot of fun cooking together in a relaxed atmosphere, the special appetizer, salad, main course and dessert was varied and we really enjoyed it...This alone is worth a trip.
    Lisa_M, hosted by Marco in Kriens BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 6, 2023

    My husband and I spent wonderful evening with Lorette and Desmond learning about Malay food, history and culture...The conversation over dinner was fun, entertaining, and educational. We highly recommend this cooking class.
    Sandra, hosted by Lorette in Cape Town BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 6, 2023

    ... Manu was the best and most gracious host. The market and his commentary were perfect. We picked the menu and he even emailed us the recipes. I would highly recommend this for any level of cook!!
    Trenna, hosted by Manuel in Puerto Vallarta BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 6, 2023

    Aoy was nothing less than amazing. Her passion and love for food resonated during our entire time together, and she provided a magical experience! By far one of the best days of our time in Thailand!
    saffiem, hosted by Aoy in Bangkok BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 6, 2023

    Putu was very friendly and welcoming. Excellent food and experience of traditional bali life and cooking. Highly recommend.
    Mickey, hosted by Putu in Bali BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from January 5, 2023

    ...We consider it the highlight of the trip. We will treasure his hospitality and shared experiences for a lifetime. If you want a genuine taste of Venetian and Italian life, I can't think of a better way...
    Robert_L, hosted by Massimo in Venice BOOK NOW

  • Traveler Review from February 10, 2021

    Gabriela was great! This was such a fun experience and I've been making empanadas ever since.
    Megan, hosted by Gabriela in Buenos Aires 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