Laos Cooking Class
An insightful and deeply enveloping dining experience, the Laos Cooking class by Sofitel Luang Prabang is a two to four-course exploration into one of the most important aspects of Laotian culture. Led by our talented chefs, who have cultivated their deep understanding of Laos cuisine. As well as the rich culture that gave birth to it, you will be offered a masterfully designed crash course to cover the essentials of traditional Laos cooking.
PRIVATE GROUP (WITHOUT MORNING MARKET TOUR) – Start at 10.00 am (4 hours)
– Two Courses Lao Cooking Class at USD 75++ per person
– Three Courses Lao Cooking Class at USD 85++ per person
– Four Courses Lao Cooking Class at USD 95++ per person
PRIVATE GROUP (INCLUDING MORNING MARKET TOUR) – Start at 08.00 am (4 hours)
– Two Courses Lao Cooking Class at USD 150++ per person
– Three Courses Lao Cooking Class at USD 175++ per person
– Four Courses Lao Cooking Class at USD 200++ per person
MENU TO CHOOSE:
1. Naem Dip Phak – A Lao-style fresh rice paper roll filled with local vegetables, herbs, avocado dip and rice noodles, served with peanut sauce
2. Salad Mak Muang – Shredded mango salad with local herbs and dried shrimps
3. Tom Som Paa – Fish and pineapple sour soup with Lao herbs
4. Tom Som Kai – Chicken and tamarind sour soup with Lao herbs
5. Kao Soi – Breakfast rice noodle soup with local herbs and fermented beans
6. Phanaeng Kai – Chicken curry cooked in a traditional Lao way in coconut milk
7. Oua Si-Khai Mhoo – Minced pork seasoned with herbs and spices, stuffed into lemongrass stalks
8. Ping Paa – Traditional Lao-style grilled river fish marinated with lemongrass, garlic, chili, shallots and local herbs, served with tamarind sauce.
9. Mak Kruay Thod – Lao style fried banana with sesame and honey served with vanilla ice cream
10. Num Wan Mak Kruay – Banana and sago pearls cooked in coconut milk
11. Khao Niao Ping – Grilled sweet sticky rice wrapped in banana leaf
*Half-day class: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM followed by lunch including soft drinks
Please book 48 hours in advance
The cooking session begins with a sunrise group visit to the vibrant Luang Prabang market. Immerse yourself with the bustling morning crowds, sights and scents of locally sourced food, presented by the colorful vendors of Lao people.
We are delighted to accommodate children over the age of 6 to join you on this creatively stimulating and endlessly fun way to understand Laos. Please let us know regarding any and all young additions and we will make your family visit to Luang Prabang truly memorable.
Uncover the essence of Luang Prabang through an immersive and experiential journey. Choose from our selection of exquisite rooms within a tranquil French colonial-style retreat. Reserve your stay at Sofitel Luang Prabang for an unforgettable experience.
Terms & Conditions:
(1) Up to 5 days prior to the commencement of the experience, any cancellation or changes will be at no cost to the guest and the deposit is refundable.
(2) Should the cancellation be less than 3 days prior to the commencement of the tour, the 50% charge will be non-refundable.
(3) Should the cancellation be less than 2 days prior to the commencement of the tour, the 100% charge will be non-refundable.
(4) All prices are in US Dollars, inclusive of a 10% service charge and 10% tax
