Cook traditional Shan dishes in an open garden kitchen with a local Inthar family in Chiang Mai. This private, three‑hour class includes hotel pickup and customizable dietary options.
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You step off the tuk‑tuk into a backyard garden where a low, open kitchen hums with the soft clatter of woks and the bright scent of lemongrass and turmeric. Min and May greet you like neighbors, passing baskets of banana leaves and piles of fresh herbs. The garden’s trees throw dappled shade over a wooden table where you’ll chop, season and fry alongside them — not as students in a classroom, but as guests in a family kitchen.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
No special fitness required; participants should be able to stand and move around a small outdoor kitchen for the duration.
Wildlife
History
Shan cuisine reflects the cross‑border culture of Myanmar’s Shan State and inthar lake communities; recipes blend fermented, grilled and wrapped preparations common to upland rice peoples.
Conservation
The hosts often use locally grown produce and seasonal ingredients; minimizing single‑use plastics and composting food scraps helps reduce the kitchen’s footprint.
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Confirm pickup details
Provide your central Chiang Mai hotel name and room address when booking to ensure timely transfers.
Notify dietary needs early
Min can prepare vegetarian, vegan, gluten‑free and lactose‑free menus—inform him in advance to tailor ingredients.
Wear washable clothes
The outdoor kitchen can be greasy and smoky—opt for clothing you don’t mind staining and closed‑toe shoes.
Bring a small cash tip
Gratuities are appreciated and not always included; a modest cash tip for the hosts recognizes their time and hospitality.
Comfortable, washable clothing
Protects against splashes and smoke in an active outdoor kitchen.
Closed‑toe shoes
Keeps feet safe around hot oil, pots and uneven garden ground.
Insect repellent
Useful during rainy season or dusk classes when mosquitoes are active.
summer
Small notebook or phone camera
Record recipes and techniques you want to recreate at home.