Cooking with Dao

What and amazing time we spent there. Our experience at Cooking with Dao was absolutely unforgettable — without a doubt the best cooking class I have ever attended. We spent nearly five wonderful hours there in a small, intimate group of just five people, which made the whole experience feel personal, relaxed, and incredibly enjoyable. The day began with a visit to a local market, where we learned about authentic Thai ingredients and selected fresh products for our dishes. This was such a fantastic introduction and made the cooking session feel truly authentic from the very start. Before cooking, we were able to choose the dishes we wanted to prepare, which made the class even more exciting and tailored to our preferences. Each of us cooked several recipes, and every step was explained clearly and patiently, making it easy to follow regardless of experience level. Dao is an extraordinary cook and an amazing teacher — passionate, warm, and inspiring. Her food tastes so unbelievably good that we ended up eating almost everything we made, even though we weren’t particularly hungry by the end. Every dish was bursting with flavor and felt like something straight out of a top Thai restaurant. The atmosphere was friendly, welcoming, and full of joy. Everything was perfectly organized, yet felt natural and relaxed at the same time. I have attended many cooking classes in Europe before, but this one was on a completely different level — more authentic, more engaging, and simply more special in every way. This place is truly incredible and deserves the highest recommendation. If you’re in Ao Nang and want a genuine, delicious, and memorable Thai cooking experience, this is an absolute must-do.

Had an amazing experience at Cooking with Dao today. I really loved that it was a small, intimate group (only 4–5 people), which made the whole session feel very personal and relaxed. Dao and John brought us to the local market to buy fresh ingredients, and we got to prepare most of them ourselves, which made the experience even more hands-on and authentic. We learned how to cook 5 dishes plus 1 dessert, and everything was clearly explained. What made it extra special was getting to chat with Dao and John, and share stories and experiences—not just with them, but also with the other couple in our group. Everyone came from different countries, which made the conversations during cooking and dinner really enjoyable. Dao and John are incredibly friendly and welcoming. We spent a lot of time chatting throughout and learned so many interesting things about Thailand and their personal journeys. They also send the recipes afterward and even offer WhatsApp support if we run into issues when cooking at home, which is such a thoughtful touch. Highly recommend this experience if you’re looking for an authentic, warm, and memorable Thai cooking class!

I had a wonderful experience at this cooking class. We started with a visit to a small, clean local market, which was a great way to learn about the ingredients and the local food culture. The cooking itself was excellent, the food turned out absolutely delicious, and everything was explained clearly and patiently. The group was small, which made the experience personal and interactive, and I genuinely felt that I learned how to cook authentic Thai dishes rather than just following a recipe. What truly made the experience special was the hospitality and care of the hosts (Dao and John). It felt less like a lesson and more like spending a meaningful afternoon cooking with friends. I couldn’t recommend this experience more. I highly recommend this class to anyone who wants a meaningful and hands-on introduction to Thai cuisine.