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Cooking with Poo and Friends

A hands-on Thai cooking class in Bangkok's Khlong Toei, combining a wet market tour with authentic home-style recipes.

5.0(120)Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) · 1.4 km away
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Mon–Sat 09:00–13:30
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Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai)
1.4 km away

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Full opening hours
Monday09:00–13:30
Tuesday09:00–13:30
Wednesday09:00–13:30
Thursday09:00–13:30
Friday09:00–13:30
Saturday09:00–13:30
SundayClosed

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Why go, and how to do it well

Led by the warm and knowledgeable Poo and her team, this Bangkok cooking school offers one of the city's most authentic culinary experiences. Based in the Khlong Toei area, the class begins with a guided tour of a local wet market, where participants source fresh ingredients alongside their instructor — an eye-opening introduction to Thai produce, herbs, and the occasionally confronting realities of a working neighborhood market. From there, the group moves to the cooking space, where multiple traditional Thai dishes are prepared from scratch.

The experience is structured for small groups, which keeps the atmosphere relaxed and personal. Poo's teaching style is approachable and generous, making the class accessible to complete beginners while still engaging for more confident home cooks. Participants consistently highlight both the quality of the food they prepare and the cultural insight that comes from learning in a residential community rather than a sanitized tourist setting. A pickup service from the Emporium shopping center in central Bangkok is available, making logistics straightforward.

Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026

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Reviews from Google

The highlight of our stay in Thailand! The wet market was a unique experience that I would never have seen without a local guide. I'm happy to avoid cooking with the frogs and bugs we saw there! Highly recommend booking the morning menu for that experience alone. Do make sure you wear shoes that can take a puddle or the occasional escaped catfish flopping over them. The three dishes we cooked used some of the fresh vegetables bought from the market. They were easy to follow and delicious. Poo and her team are very warm, and it was great to hear the backstory and see the cooking studio next to Poo's childhood home supporting her local community. Don't eat before you go! You eat each dish as you make it, and it would be a shame to waste such amazing food.

Great experience with a really sweet crew. The market tour was definitely authentic (not for the squeamish) and everything we made was absolutely delicious. The class wasn't too crowded, and there's AC, tea, and cold water inside. Ends with a bunch of tasty local fruits and desserts. You can see how money from the classes is directly impacting the neighborhood around Poo which is very cool. Bring small bills in case you want to buy snacks at the market, and big bills in case you want to buy souvenirs from Poo.

A lovely cooking experience in a reasonably sized group. They picked us up at Emporium. We went to the market before heading to the township for the cooking class. Poo and her assistant were hospitable and had good customer care. The food portions were good and offered us desserts at the end.

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100/103, Khwaeng Khlong Tan, Khet Khlong Toei, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10110, Thailand

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Cooking with Poo and Friends: Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cooking with Poo and Friends worth visiting?

Cooking with Poo and Friends holds a 5.0★ rating from 120 Google reviews, placing it among the highest-rated activities & tours in Bangkok.

What are the opening hours of Cooking with Poo and Friends?

Cooking with Poo and Friends is typically open 09:00–13:30 — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.

When is the best time to visit Cooking with Poo and Friends?

The best months to visit Bangkok are November – February, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December & January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: April – May (peak heat).

Where is Cooking with Poo and Friends located?

Cooking with Poo and Friends is at 100/103, Khwaeng Khlong Tan, Khet Khlong Toei, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10110, Thailand, in Bangkok. Getting around Bangkok: BTS Skytrain (most central areas); MRT Metro (underground).

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