Balinese Cooking Class: A Flavorful Journey into Island Culture

Dive into the heart of Balinese culture through its vibrant and aromatic cuisine with a hands-on Balinese Cooking Class. More than just a culinary experience, this class offers a deeper connection to Bali’s traditions, ingredients, and way of life.

As you cook, your hosts will share cultural insights, religious practices, and the significance of food in daily Balinese life. After all your hard work, sit down to enjoy your homemade feast in a relaxed garden or family-style setting, often surrounded by lush rice fields or traditional décor.

Perfect for foodies, couples, families, or anyone curious about local traditions, this cooking class is a delicious and memorable way to taste Bali from the inside out.

Highlight :

•  Traditional Market Visit

Explore a vibrant local market and learn about Bali’s fresh herbs, spices, and cooking ingredients.

•  Hands-On Cooking Experience

Prepare and cook authentic Balinese dishes using traditional techniques and tools, guided by expert local chefs.

•  Cultural Immersion

Cook inside a Balinese family compound or open-air kitchen while learning about culinary traditions and daily life.

•  Authentic Dishes

Learn to make signature recipes like sate lilit, lawar, and traditional desserts.

•  Homemade Feast

Enjoy the meal you’ve prepared together in a beautiful garden or traditional setting.

•  Perfect for All Skill Levels

Designed for beginners to seasoned cooks—fun, interactive, and easy to follow.

•  Great for Families & Groups

A fun and educational activity for solo travelers, couples, families, or friends.

Price : USD 33.99 / person

Itinerary :

Your Balinese cooking class experience begins with a morning pickup from your hotel, followed by a visit to a traditional local market where you’ll explore the vibrant stalls, learn about fresh ingredients, and select produce for your cooking session. Afterward, you’ll head to a traditional Balinese compound or open-air kitchen where you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and an introduction to Balinese culinary traditions. Guided by expert local chefs, you’ll learn how to prepare a variety of authentic dishes, from spice pastes to satay and traditional desserts, using age-old techniques and traditional utensils. Once the cooking is complete, you’ll sit down together to enjoy the delicious meal you’ve created, soaking in the warm hospitality and peaceful surroundings before being transferred back to your hotel with a full stomach and new skills to take home.

Menu :

• Balinese Non-Vegetarian (Regular Menu)

1. Soup Ayam Jamur ( Chicken soup with mushroom )

2. Tempe Lalah Manis ( Spiced and sweet fried tempe )

3. Tahu Kare ( Tofu curry with Balinese spices )

4. Sate Lilit ( Minced of spices fish skewer )

5. Pepes Tuna ( Grilled fish in banana leaf )

6. Lawar Bali ( Mix Vegetable with Balinese spices )

7. Sambal Matah ( Raw spices with coconut oil )

8. Dadar Gulung ( Rolled cake with coconut & palm sugar )

• Balinese Vegetarian Menu

1. Vegetable Soup ( Assorted vegetable with lemongrass )

2. Tempe Lalah Manis ( Spiced and sweet fried tempe )

3. Tahu Kare ( Tofu curry with Balinese spices )

4. Sate Tempe ( Soybean cake skewer with peanut sauce )

5. Pepes Tahu ( Soybean curd grilled in banana leaf )

6. Lawar Bali ( Mix Vegetable with Balinese spices )

7. Sambal Matah ( Raw spices with coconut oil )

8. Dadar Gulung ( Rolled cake with coconut & palm sugar )

Session :

• Morning class : 08.30 – 13.30

• Afternoon class : 15.30 – 20.30

Things to bring :

• Camera / Phone

• Sunscreen

• Bug repellent

• Cash for additional purchase

Inclusions :

• Cooking equipment

• Cooking recipes

• Lunch / dinner

• Mineral water

• Tour guide

• Roundtrip transport to and from your hotel

• Live tour commentary provided in English

• Insurance

Exclusions :

• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

• Gratuities (optional)

• Souvenir of Professional Photos Memory CD (available to purchase)

Additional info :

• At least 2 participants to join this activity.

• Hotel pick-up is at  08:15 or 15:00  for hotels in Ubud. 07:15 or 13:00 for hotels in Sanur, Nusa Dua, Kuta, Seminyak, Legian, Canggu and Jimbaran area.

• Please be ready in the foyer of your hotel 15 minutes prior to your scheduled pick-up time.

Cancelation policy :

Full refund when the booking is canceled more than 24 hours prior the trip