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Learn Khmer classics from market to plate in a three‑hour, hands‑on class in Siem Reap. Start with a market tour, then cook amok, curry and loc lac under an experienced chef and take home recipes.
Learn Khmer classics from market to plate in a three‑hour, hands‑on class in Siem Reap. Start with a market tour, then cook amok, curry and loc lac under an experienced chef and take home recipes.
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Operated by Paper Tiger Cooking Class · Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province
You step off a tuk‑tuk into a swirl of spice-scented air: chili, kaffir lime, crushed lemongrass and the wet wood smell of fish sauce. Before the burners and bowls, the class begins at a local market where vendors sort river fish, bright herbs and sticky rice—this is where Khmer food starts, loud and unapologetic.
easy.
3 hours.
No special fitness required beyond standing and light walking for about three hours
Yes — the class begins with a guided market visit to learn about staple ingredients used in Khmer cooking.
Yes — vegetarian and fish options are standard; indicate allergies or special needs when booking.
A digital recipe booklet is provided after the class so you can recreate dishes at home.
Shared classes are small, typically up to 20 participants, allowing hands‑on guidance from the chef.
Khmer cuisine evolved around the Tonlé Sap floodplain; Paper Tiger brought hands‑on cooking for travelers to Siem Reap in the late 1990s, making local techniques accessible.
Support sustainable sourcing by choosing classes that buy local and seasonal produce; overfishing and habitat pressure on Tonlé Sap remain regional concerns.
Paper Tiger Cooking Class operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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