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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 November 13, 2024

    Very enjoyable market tour and cooking class led by Na Young Kim... All the food was very tasty. A great way to spend a few hours in Seoul.
    richard, hosted by Na Young in Seoul BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from November 12, 2024

    Overall the best cooking experience in South India. Archana, my host, was very communicative...The cooking experience was one I've never experienced before and I'm better for it now...I highly recommend this experience if you're new to South Indian cooking.
    Miriam L, hosted by Archana in Bengaluru BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from November 12, 2024

    ...The food was absolutely excellent, and the overall social experience turned out to be one of the highlights of our entire trip to Vallarta. I highly recommend Manuel for anyone who loves Mexican food and is looking for a relaxing yet informative time. Five stars!
    keldonl, hosted by Manuel in Puerto Vallarta BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from November 5, 2024

    ...My evening with Patricia (Patty) and Enrique in Lampa made me feel like I was not brand-new to Chile but had already settled in and made friends. Such a lovely couple...one of my most favorite evenings while staying in this country.
    Theresa, hosted by Patricia in Santiago BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from November 4, 2024

    Yoshiko was an amazing host!...Overall, such an intimate and engaging experience. Totally recommend!
    Jamie, hosted by Yoshiko in Osaka 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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