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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 March 14, 2026

You’ll receive generous and friendly instruction on how to make delicious Mangalorean cuisine...Not only did she prepare the main dishes, but she also provided delicious side dishes, making for a truly fulfilling experience!

_Q1266, hosted by Wilma in Bengaluru BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from March 12, 2026

Taking a cooking class with Freeda was one of the most special parts of our honeymoon and truly the highlight of our trip...she welcomed us so warmly that it felt like spending time with an auntie we had known for years...

E9180VP, hosted by Freeda in Kochi BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from March 4, 2026

...whatever you have planned for your Mexico City trip, shuffle it around and make this happen because you will thank yourself forever...This is Mexico City at its absolute finest. Do not miss it!

Marcos, hosted by Martha in Mexico City BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from March 4, 2026

One of the best experiences we have had as travellers over many decades. This is for anyone who wants a great cooking class AND wants to learn about Balinese culture, religion and daily life...

Wendy, hosted by Putu in Bali BOOK NOW
Traveler Review from March 4, 2026

This trip to Mangwon food market Seoul was definitely worth it!! A very authentic market selling local and traditional korean food...

Jessica, hosted by Na Young (food tour) in Seoul 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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