Discover an authentic Balinese cooking class in Ubud with this immersive “from market to table” experience. Combining culture, nature, and cuisine, this journey offers more than just a cooking class—it’s a complete introduction to the real Bali.
Begin your experience with a visit to a traditional Balinese market, where you will explore the vibrant atmosphere of daily life. Walk through colourful stalls filled with fresh vegetables, herbs, spices, and local ingredients while learning how Balinese people shop and prepare their meals. Meet friendly local vendors and gain insight into traditional food culture.
Continue to the beautiful rice fields of Ubud for a relaxing walk surrounded by lush green landscapes. Here, you will learn about the Subak irrigation system, a traditional water management method that reflects Bali’s deep connection between nature and community. This peaceful setting offers a glimpse into the island’s agricultural heritage.
Next, arrive at a traditional Balinese family compound, where you will be warmly welcomed by your hosts. Set within a cultural environment that includes a family temple, this is where your hands-on cooking experience begins. Guided by a local chef, you will learn to prepare a variety of authentic Balinese dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional cooking techniques.
During the cooking class, you will prepare a selection of authentic Balinese dishes, including Sup Jamur (mushroom soup), Tempe Manis (sweet fried tempe), Sayur Urap (mixed vegetables with coconut spices), Sate Lilit (Balinese satay), Pepes Ikan (steamed fish in banana leaf), Nasi Kuning (yellow rice), Pergedel Jagung (corn fritters), Sambal Matah (raw Balinese sambal), and Dadar Gulung (rolled coconut pancake dessert). This hands-on experience allows you to fully engage in each step of the cooking process.
Enhance your cultural experience by learning how to make traditional Balinese offerings such as Canang Sari and Kuwangen, crafted from coconut leaves and decorated with colourful flowers. These offerings are an important part of daily spiritual life in Bali.
After the cooking session, enjoy the delicious dishes you have prepared, served as your lunch or dinner in a relaxed and authentic setting.
Please note that the morning session includes the traditional market visit, while the afternoon session focuses on the rice field experience and cooking class.
Perfect for food lovers, families, and travellers seeking a deeper cultural experience, this activity offers a unique combination of market tour, rice field walk, and hands-on Balinese cooking in one unforgettable day
