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  • Traveler Review from December 21, 2025

    ...We met her mom and sister, and they are very nice and friendly...I enjoy the lunch with the family so much because of the food and our conversation. Overall, it is a very local and enjoyable experience!...
    weigeng, hosted by Somaya in Cairo BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 20, 2025

    Kodi and Meena are truly the most wonderful people...My son and I remain overwhelmed with the experience. Hugely recommend to anyone who is interested in Galle's rich history or in Sri Lanka's amazing food...
    515krishn, hosted by Kodi and Meena in Galle BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 17, 2025

    ...Throughout the whole experience Kanae has been nothing but delightful to us...i cannot be anything but deeply thankful to her for the time she shared with us....Grazie mille di cuore Kanae-san!
    lorenzo_, hosted by Kanae in Sapporo BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 15, 2025

    Our cooking class with Bee and Soy was fabulous. They were so welcoming and we learned a lot about the Mongolian culture, traditions, and hsitory. I highly recommend this unique and unforgettable experience
    naesmit, hosted by Bee and Soy in Ulaanbaatar BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 13, 2025

    This is a must do experience in Chennai. I was welcomed with my host with her hospitality. It was a very relaxing environment ...The food was fantastic and got to enjoy great conversations.
    kgordon, hosted by Meena in Chennai BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 11, 2025

    ... she welcomed us into her home with such warmth that we instantly felt comfortable...She is truly a special lady—I only wish I had done this class sooner!...This class was one of the highlights of our trip to Mexico City...
    70osmar, hosted by Lucia in Mexico City 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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