Thai Cooking Class at Silom

Overview

Hands-on Thai cooking classes in the Silom area offer visitors the chance to learn authentic Thai cuisine from professional instructors. Classes typically start with a market tour followed by cooking 4–5 dishes in an open-air kitchen.

Highlights

• Market Tour: Begin at a local fresh market selecting ingredients with your instructor.
• Hands-On Cooking: Each participant has their own station and cooks 4–5 dishes — typically pad thai, green curry, tom yum, and mango sticky rice.
• Recipe Book: Take home printed recipes and skills to recreate the dishes.

History

Thai cooking classes for tourists emerged in the early 2000s as culinary tourism grew. Silom became a popular base due to its central location and proximity to fresh markets.

Visitor Tips

• Morning sessions: The market tour is best in the cooler morning hours.
• Book in advance: Popular schools like Silom Thai Cooking School sell out 2–3 days ahead.
• Duration: 3 hours including market tour.