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Spend a half-day on an organic farm outside Chiang Mai learning market-savvy shopping, herb identification and hands-on Thai cooking across curries, stir-fries, soups and spring rolls. Walk the garden, make your own paste, then sit down to the meal you prepared.
Spend a half-day on an organic farm outside Chiang Mai learning market-savvy shopping, herb identification and hands-on Thai cooking across curries, stir-fries, soups and spring rolls. Walk the garden, make your own paste, then sit down to the meal you prepared.
You arrive before noon, the road easing out of Chiang Mai’s bustle into low hills and vegetable fields. A brief stop at a morning market fills the air with kaffir lime and galangal; sellers lift piles of chilies and fragrant herbs while tuk-tuks hum past. By the time the farm gate opens, you can already smell coconut milk and crushed curry paste.
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Operated by Smile Organic Farm Cooking School · Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai
You arrive before noon, the road easing out of Chiang Mai’s bustle into low hills and vegetable fields. A brief stop at a morning market fills the air with kaffir lime and galangal; sellers lift piles of chilies and fragrant herbs while tuk-tuks hum past. By the time the farm gate opens, you can already smell coconut milk and crushed curry paste.
Smile Organic Farm sits in San Kamphaeng district, near hot springs that trace the region’s geothermal activity. Northern Thai cuisine here reflects Lanna history—milder curries, preserved herbs and noodle bowls like khao soi that tell of trade routes and local rice varieties. The farm focuses on seasonal vegetables and herbs: lemongrass, holy basil, and galangal all grow within steps of the outdoor cooking stations.
The class pairs a market tour, a walk through the garden to taste fresh ingredients, and hands-on cooking across five categories—curry paste, curry, stir-fry, soup and spring roll—tailored to vegetarian or vegan diets. Teachers demonstrate techniques, then guide you through each station before you sit to eat what you’ve prepared.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes and sun protection for short garden walks, and expect light manual tasks—pounding, chopping, stirring—for roughly six hours total including transfers. Recipes are designed for home recreation and an e‑book is sent after class. Plan for pickup from central Chiang Mai hotels; if you want a milder heat level, tell instructors when you book. Bring a small daypack for camera, water and any personal medication—the farm is relaxed but rural, and basic facilities are on site.
Yes—most dishes can be made vegetarian or vegan and instructors will accommodate common allergies if informed at booking.
Pickup from Chiang Mai city hotels is included; confirm your hotel and pickup time when booking. Private transport is typically by air-conditioned vehicle.
An e‑book with all recipes is emailed to participants after the class and some photos may be posted on the farm’s Facebook page.
Children aged 9 and up can cook at their own station; younger children may join but policies for free or paid spots vary by age—check when booking.
Smile Organic Farm Cooking School operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You arrive before noon, the road easing out of Chiang Mai’s bustle into low hills and vegetable fields. A brief stop at a morning market fills the air with kaffir lime and galangal; sellers lift piles of chilies and fragrant herbs while tuk-tuks hum past. By the time the farm gate opens, you can already smell coconut milk and crushed curry paste.
You arrive before noon, the road easing out of Chiang Mai’s bustle into low hills and vegetable fields. A brief stop at a morning market fills the air with kaffir lime and galangal; sellers lift piles of chilies and fragrant herbs while tuk-tuks hum past. By the time the farm gate opens, you can already smell coconut milk and crushed curry paste.
Smile Organic Farm sits in San Kamphaeng district, near hot springs that trace the region’s geothermal activity. Northern Thai cuisine here reflects Lanna history—milder curries, preserved herbs and noodle bowls like khao soi that tell of trade routes and local rice varieties. The farm focuses on seasonal vegetables and herbs: lemongrass, holy basil, and galangal all grow within steps of the outdoor cooking stations.
The class pairs a market tour, a walk through the garden to taste fresh ingredients, and hands-on cooking across five categories—curry paste, curry, stir-fry, soup and spring roll—tailored to vegetarian or vegan diets. Teachers demonstrate techniques, then guide you through each station before you sit to eat what you’ve prepared.
Practical guidance: wear closed-toe shoes and sun protection for short garden walks, and expect light manual tasks—pounding, chopping, stirring—for roughly six hours total including transfers. Recipes are designed for home recreation and an e‑book is sent after class. Plan for pickup from central Chiang Mai hotels; if you want a milder heat level, tell instructors when you book. Bring a small daypack for camera, water and any personal medication—the farm is relaxed but rural, and basic facilities are on site.