Somrom Space

I had the best, best day cooking at Ying and Daniels beautiful home and learning all about traditional Thai cooking methods. We met at a quiet market full of local people and Ying was super knowledgable explaining all the local thai ingredients (some of which I had never seen, or even heard of). After picking up some fresh ingredients, we headed back to Ying and Daniels beautiful home, which is set in a secluded jungle location, and features amazing outdoor cooking facilities with a stunning garden where they grow all sorts of produce to be used in the cooking. Before we did any cooking we had a long chat about the history of thai cooking and how it has evolved through various influences. I sampled all the typical ingredients and we discussed the flavours which was itself an amazing experience with me learning so much. We then proceeded to cook 3 dishes that I had chosen from a list of dishes Ying shared the week before. These were not typical meals you would find in a restaurant back home,  but traditional dishes based on seasonal ingredients and using original cooking methods. I had so much fun cooking and then eating all three dishes toughout the day. I have been to other cooking classes in the past, which have been fun, however they have been more of a social activity to kill a few hours whilst on holiday. This was completely different, with one to one guidance throughout the whole day, and was far more educational eith detailed tastings and briefings on the food. In one day I have come away with more knowledge than I could ever have imagined. I cant wait to get home and bring it into my own cooking. Ying and Daniel told me they have had lots of professional chefs visit to learn about original cooking methods and refine their cooking skills, and I can see just how valuable and informative a one to one session with Ying would be to even the top worldwide chefs. I am somewhat at the other end of the spectrum, a home cook who only cooks for myself and girlfriend throughout the week, but Ying was still so pasionate in explaining the cuisine she loves so much to me, and passing on as much of her wisdom to me (a keen learner) as she could. This truly was an amzing experience and i would recomend to anybody with a true passion for thai food and who wants to learn about the original roots of thai cuisine. I hope to return one day 🙏

A must- do experience in Koh Samui ✨ It wasn’t just a cooking class, it was learning about the traditional Thai cooking, culture, history not to mention the important and role of each and single one ingredient that we used. We started in the morning at the local market together with Ying, where we purchased all needed ingredients and she showed me spices and vegetables that I didn’t know existed (or that there are 4-5 types or Thai basil) 😂 Later on, we arrived at Ying’s traditional Thai house that looks like an amazing retreat where we were greeted by her lovely husband Daniel. We cooked for a few hours together, doing everything from scratch (even coconut milk and curry paste). The flavours were very deep, layered and absolutely unique. Ying and Daniel created such an amazing creative cooking space and lovely, fun and relaxed atmosphere with great energy and vibes💕 It literally felt like cooking with friends kind of a day - highly recommended!! It’s a must do experience in Koh Samui.

I visted Somrom Space back in August 2023. Cooking with Ying at her home and garden was truly unique and amazing experience, something that is not comparable to anything that I’ve done before. From the setup of her home to executing all of the three dishes we prepared together; the process of preparing these extremely rare and traditional Thai dishes (especially Phad Nuea Gati, which was the absolute favorite!) was not only educational, but fun as well. I repeatedly share our experience with friends and recommend this exquisite private cooking lesson to everyone who wants to visit Koh Samui, because Ying keeps up with exploring, revitalising and preserving the true and original Thai cousine! ❤️ Definitely visiting again soon!