Authentic Cambodian Cooking Class & Village Tour

From$59

3 hours

Siem Reap, Cambodia

About this activity

Immerse yourself in Cambodian culture with a guided village tour and hands-on cooking class, culminating in a delicious meal of your own creation.

Highlights

Explore a traditional Cambodian village
Learn authentic cooking techniques
Visit a local market for fresh ingredients
Enjoy a hands-on cooking experience
Savor your own prepared Cambodian dishes

Full description

Dive into the heart of Cambodian culture with this immersive experience that combines a guided tour of a traditional village with a hands-on cooking class. Begin your adventure by exploring the vibrant local market, where you'll gather fresh, organic ingredients alongside your knowledgeable guide. Then, head to a local's home to learn authentic cooking techniques passed down through generations. Under the guidance of a seasoned cook, you'll prepare traditional Cambodian dishes, gaining insights into the rich culinary heritage of the region. After cooking, sit down to enjoy the fruits of your labor, savoring the flavors of your own creations. This experience offers a unique opportunity to connect with local culture, learn new skills, and enjoy a delicious meal in a warm, welcoming setting.

Included / Excluded

Guided village tour
Traditional cooking class
Round-trip transportation

Meals outside the cooking class

Important information

Know before you book

Check the availability of the tour on your preferred dates.
Confirm the meeting point and transportation details with the provider.
Inform the provider of any dietary restrictions or allergies in advance.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable clothing suitable for cooking and walking.
Bring a camera to capture the vibrant market and village scenes.
Ensure you have a valid passport for travel to Cambodia.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

For safety reason children must be above 12 years old to participate Advance booking requested
Introduction to Cambodian Cuisine
In Khmer “Niam Bay” is the word for eating but the real meaning is “eating rice” showing how important rice is in Cambodia. Almost every meal is eaten with a bowl of rice. A big variety of rice seeds are grown and displayed at the local markets.
Cambodian food is a over thousand-year-old tradition and has expanded its variety thanks to the influence of its neighbors. The steaming method and noodles have been brought by China whereas the curries come from India. And the delicious baguettes are a legacy of the French.
The two rivers of Cambodia – the Tonle Sap and the Mekong – provide abundant fresh fish. Fish prickled in wine, salt fish, dried and smoked fish are also widely available to provide essential proteins all year around.
Coconut milk is the main ingredient of many Khmer curries and desserts. Cambodian cuisine also widely uses fish sauce in soups and stir-fries cuisine.
Cambodian dishes have a unique and distinctive taste rather mild compared to neighbors Vietnam and Thailand.
Essential Khmer Ingredients
is a Cambodian staple dish of fermented fish with a strong cheesy flavor. It is used in many Khmer dishes and can also be eaten alone with raw vegetables.
is widely used as an herb in Asian and Caribbean cooking. It has a citrus flavor and can be dried and powdered, or used fresh. The stalk itself is too hard to be eaten, except for the soft inner part. However, it can be finely sliced and added to recipes. It is also suitable for poultry, fish, and seafood.
have a strong citrus flavor and is mainly used in soups.
have a slightly bitter flavor and are used in Cambodia’s famous amok dish.
is a part of the ginger family, which is native to tropical South Asia. It needs temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius and a considerable amount of annual rainfall to thrive.
is a rhizome with culinary and medicinal uses. A mixture of galangal and lime juice is used as a tonic in parts of Southeast Asia. It is said to have the effect of an aphrodisiac, and act as a stimulant.
has dark green leaves and a strong peppery flavor. It is used in stir-fries and soups.
is a green leafy herb with a very distinctive flavor and scent. It is used in soups and salads.
looks like bean shaped brown fingers. Its flesh has a sweet and sour taste and is used in soups, sauces and also drinks.

Traveler reviews

5.0

1 review

Perfect day excursion

A perfect day’s tour. We were picked up from our hotel by our guide Sokkhen who had very politely messaged with his photo about pick up time. He was very chatty & informative all the way to the town Preah Dah village where we met Khan our chef & we took off on foot to purchase some vegetables & learn lots about the village including watching a family make rice noodles. Next we had a drink & sweet cake before starting our cooking lesson. The crew was wonderful & we enjoyed the whole experience along with the meal. We stopped a couple of times on the way home for pictures etc. It was a perfectly planned excursion.

Robyn_JJun 13, 2024VIATOR

Additional information

For safety reason children must be above 12 years old to participate Advance booking requested Introduction to Cambodian Cuisine In Khmer “Niam Bay” is the word for eating but the real meaning is “eating rice” showing how important rice is in Cambodia. Almost every meal is eaten with a bowl of rice. A big variety of rice seeds are grown and displayed at the local markets. Cambodian food is a over thousand-year-old tradition and has expanded its variety thanks to the influence of its neighbors. The steaming method and noodles have been brought by China whereas the curries come from India. And the delicious baguettes are a legacy of the French. The two rivers of Cambodia – the Tonle Sap and the Mekong – provide abundant fresh fish. Fish prickled in wine, salt fish, dried and smoked fish are also widely available to provide essential proteins all year around. Coconut milk is the main ingredient of many Khmer curries and desserts. Cambodian cuisine also widely uses fish sauce in soups and stir-fries cuisine. Cambodian dishes have a unique and distinctive taste rather mild compared to neighbors Vietnam and Thailand. Essential Khmer Ingredients is a Cambodian staple dish of fermented fish with a strong cheesy flavor. It is used in many Khmer dishes and can also be eaten alone with raw vegetables. is widely used as an herb in Asian and Caribbean cooking. It has a citrus flavor and can be dried and powdered, or used fresh. The stalk itself is too hard to be eaten, except for the soft inner part. However, it can be finely sliced and added to recipes. It is also suitable for poultry, fish, and seafood. have a strong citrus flavor and is mainly used in soups. have a slightly bitter flavor and are used in Cambodia’s famous amok dish. is a part of the ginger family, which is native to tropical South Asia. It needs temperatures between 20 and 30 degrees Celsius and a considerable amount of annual rainfall to thrive. is a rhizome with culinary and medicinal uses. A mixture of galangal and lime juice is used as a tonic in parts of Southeast Asia. It is said to have the effect of an aphrodisiac, and act as a stimulant. has dark green leaves and a strong peppery flavor. It is used in stir-fries and soups. is a green leafy herb with a very distinctive flavor and scent. It is used in soups and salads. looks like bean shaped brown fingers. Its flesh has a sweet and sour taste and is used in soups, sauces and also drinks.