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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 November 5, 2026

This was a 10/10 experience. Viviana is so kind, welcoming and knowledgeable, we felt like we were visiting a friend, not on a tour. She shared culinary techniques, recipes and wove in history, tradition and culture. Highly recommend!

Jillian_S, hosted by Viviana in San Juan BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from November 5, 2026

...It was a wonderful and educational experience... She was so welcoming and warm...Her home and surrounding countryside was beautiful! Amazing experience that we will never forget! Honestly, we would pay again to spend time and cook with Maria again!

Karen_T, hosted by Maria in Florence BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from November 4, 2026

...Lucia is a true expert on Mexican cooking and will show you the best techniques to make authentic Mexican dishes.

Thomas, hosted by Lucia in Mexico City BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from November 4, 2026

...We left with some great culinary discoveries, new knowledge, but above all, the memory of a truly beautiful human connection...We will cherish the memory of this experience and sincerely hope that others will have the chance to experience it too! (Google translated)

Pascal and Amandine, hosted by Meigh in Bangkok BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from November 3, 2026

...Our host was gracious, friendly, and fun, and we enjoyed having genuine human connection while also learning about and experiencing traditional Portuguese cuisine. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who wants to have a meaningful and authentic travel experience.

969cin, hosted by Defne in Lisbon 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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