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Hidden Garden Cooking Class Supporting Local Farmers
A cooking adventure that celebrates local ingredients and sustainable flavors.
5.0
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Group size
Up to 12 guests
DURATION
7.5 hours
Booking type
Private trip
MEET UP
Free pick-up
Group size
Up to 12 guests
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Cook soulful Thai dishes in a cosy chef’s home with garden-fresh produce.
If you believe food is love, Chef Susie’s kitchen will feel like a homecoming. 👩🍳 Nestled in a garden-filled haven in Chiang Mai, Chef Susie’s Mexican-inspired home invites you to experience cooking not just as a skill, but as an act of care, tradition, and connection. Each dish she creates tells a story - not just of flavors, but of the earth, the farmers, and the fishermen who bring these ingredients to life.This full-day culinary experience isn’t just about learning recipes. It’s about stepping into a space where food is prepared with intention, where every herb picked from Susie’s garden and every fresh ingredient sourced from local farmers reflects her deep respect for the land and community. With over 20 years of culinary experience, Chef Susie will guide you through the soulful process of crafting authentic Thai dishes, sharing stories of her journey and passion along the way.Here, you’re not just cooking - you’re connecting with the heart of Thai food, learning to cook with love, respect, and mindfulness. It’s a celebration of the flavors that come from real, organic ingredients and the shared joy of a meal made with heart. ✨Why You’ll Love This Experience👩🍳 A chef who cooks with soulChef Susie is a storyteller, and her kitchen is her stage. With over 20 years of experience, including as an executive chef, Susie teaches with warmth and a deep sense of purpose. As you cook, she shares not only techniques, but the history and stories behind each dish — each recipe is a piece of her family’s heritage, passed down from her grandmother and honed through years of dedication and passion.🏡 A cooking class in a real chef’s homeYou won’t find this anywhere else in Chiang Mai. Step into Susie’s personal space, where the kitchen is a hub for creativity, warmth, and connection. This intimate setting, far from the usual tourist crowds, offers a rare, behind-the-scenes peek into the life of a chef.🌱 Farm-to-table with loveEverything you cook in this class starts with the freshest, most meaningful ingredients. From Susie’s own garden, where she grows herbs, vegetables, and spices with care, to the local farmers and small-scale fishermen she knows by name - every ingredient is organic, sustainable, and carefully chosen. Chef Susie refuses to use processed foods, because she believes food should be pure, honest, and true to its roots. With each bite, you taste the land that nourishes it.💚 A Commitment to SustainabilityChef Susie is deeply committed to sustainability, proudly being a part of Chiang Mai’s Green Kitchen and Slow Food movements. She carefully selects organic, traceable ingredients, supporting local farmers and fishermen who share her values of ethical, sustainable practices. Her approach to cooking goes beyond the plate - it’s about honoring the earth and the community that nourishes it. By composting leftovers and minimizing waste, Chef Susie ensures that every meal not only supports the local economy but also contributes to a more sustainable future for the planet.What to ExpectGuided, hands-on Thai cooking class with Chef Susie in her private home kitchen.Take a tour of her lush edible garden and learn about Thai vegetables and herbs.Learn to cook five authentic Thai dishes with fresh, organic ingredients sourced from local farmers.Enjoy a long and leisurely home-cooked Thai meal in the garden, shared with your group.Personal attention in an intimate setting - only one private group hosted per day.Printed recipe cards so you can re-create your meal back home.What You’ll Cook Pad Thai – Stir-fried rice noodles with tamarind, seasonal vegetables, and your choice of protein.Tom Klong Pla – Smoked fish in a hot, fragrant roasted galangal-chili broth.Green Curry (Gaeng Keow Waan) – A creamy green curry made with fresh herbs from the garden.Yum Pollamai – A vibrant, spicy seasonal fruit salad with grilled prawns.Sung Khaya – A rich coconut custard steamed inside a pumpkin, served as the perfect sweet ending.Good to Know Before You BookThis cooking class is rooted in Thai coastal cuisine and includes seafood-based dishes and ingredients. We can accommodate mild seafood allergies (up to two types). Unfortunately, we are unable to cater to guests with severe or multiple seafood allergies. Please let us know about any food allergies or special dietary requirements in the notes section when booking.The menu provided is usually the standard for the course, but it may occasionally change based on the day’s ingredients and seasonal availability. Susie will inform you in advance of any changes.Kindly note that due to the seafood-focused nature of this class, we are unable to offer vegan options at this time. We appreciate your understanding.Class runs from 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM and is located in Hang Dong (approx. 30 mins from Chiang Mai City).Complimentary round-trip transport is provided for up to 6 guests from Chiang Mai city. For groups of 7–10, transport is available at an additional cost.Cancellation PolicyYou can cancel up to 7 days before the start of their activity to receive a full refund.Rescheduling PolicyYou can reschedule up to 24 hours before the activity date, but the next available date is not guaranteed. Please note that we are unable to accommodate guests on Tuesdays.
Experience highlights
Master Thai cooking w/ experienced chef
20 Years of Chef Secrets – Unlocked!
Master 5 Dishes in One Cozy Day
What You’ll be Doing
Thai cooking class with Chef Susie, garden tour in Chiang Mai
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What’s Included
Hands-on Thai cooking
Guided tour of Susie’s private edible garden
All seasonal, local, organic and sustainably sourced ingredients for the cooking session
Welcome drink upon arrival
Printed recipe cards of the dishes learned
Complimentary round-trip transport from Chiang Mai city for up to 6 guests
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Who you’re supporting
Community Champion
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Next Available Dates
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Select Time for 18 Oct 2025
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Where we'll meet
Start Point
Free pick-up from Chiang Mai Old Town(Old City, Thailand)
- 09:00am
End Point
- End at Start Point(s)
Transport Add-ons
Add-on #1
- Mini Van Transfer (One-Way To or From Chiang Mai City) – For Groups of 7–10 Guests(Price: ฿519.83 for up to 10 guests)
Add-on #2
- Mini Van Transfer (Round-Trip To and From Chiang Mai City) – For Groups of 7–10 Guests(Price: ฿909.7 for up to 10 guests)
Start & ends
- Every Monday09:30AM - 04:00PM
- Every Wednesday09:30AM - 04:00PM
- Every Thursday09:30AM - 04:00PM
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Suitability / Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible
- Child Friendly (Recommended Age: 12+)
Cancellation & other policies
- CancellationCancel 7 days before activity for a full refund
- Reschedule PolicyYou can reschedule up to 24 hours before the activity date, but the next available date is not guaranteed. Please note that we are unable to accommodate guests on Tuesdays.
What to Pack
- A big appetite — you’ll be cooking (and eating!) a full Thai feast
- A hat or sunscreen for the garden tour
- A notebook and pen
- Comfortable clothes and shoes
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฿2,480.03/person
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Meet your host
Susie Suwaree brings over two decades of kitchen know-how to her cosy chef’s table in Chiang Mai. After years as an executive chef in a top hotel, she turned her own home into a warm and welcoming dining space. Housed in a Mexican-style setting, guests are treated to an intimate evening filled with creative dishes that mix Thai roots with global touches. What sets Susie apart is her hands-on approach — she grows many of her herbs and veggies in her garden and shops directly from local farmers. It’s relaxed, thoughtful dining with a personal touch. People don’t just eat here — they connect, learn, and leave with full hearts as well as full plates.
Experience: 6 years
Speaks: Basic English
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