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Book private cooking classes with the best home cooks in their homes in 200+ destinations around the world

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  • Traveler Review from December 15, 2024

    Wow!!! This experience is one that we will remember for a very long time!... I cannot recommend booking this experience enough, it is a real taste of true Italy/ Bologna…Chiara and Roberta were incredibly talented chefs and Chiara is the most wonderful host.
    Leah_M, hosted by Chiara in Bologna BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 14, 2024

    We had a wonderful evening with Lidjia at her home looking out high over the city of Zagreb—delicious food over four courses, fun and interesting conversation, and warm welcoming home and hostess.
    MaryL64, hosted by Lidija in Zagreb BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 14, 2024

    The absolute highlight of our trip! The food was incredible and the family is so special...
    elizabeth, hosted by Somaya in Cairo BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 14, 2024

    This was the highlight of our trip to Egypt!...Somaya communicated really well...The meal was abundant...the camaraderie was so warm... you will have an unforgettable experience; we sure did.
    815caryk, hosted by Somaya in Cairo BOOK NOW
  • Traveler Review from December 13, 2024

    Isabel and Ric were warm and welcoming hosts to their lovely home...Our lunch conversations were enjoyable and informative as well. A delightful day!
    Wendy , hosted by Isabel in San Miguel de Allende BOOK NOW
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    We find the best home cooks around the world so you can immerse yourself in meaningful food experiences and cultural traditions passed down through generations. Connect with local culture through food. Visit a grandmother in her kitchen in India and learn how to make crisp dosas or spend time on a farm in Northern Thailand and grind curry pastes, and experience how local people live.

    Choose from three unique experiences with our hosts, or pick a combination:

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    In-home Meals
    1 ½ - 2 hrs

    Experience the joy of a homemade meal (and eat it the way the locals do) over conversation about food and culture

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    Cooking Experiences
    3 - 4 hrs

    Discover cultural and culinary traditions passed down through generations as you learn to cook with your host in their kitchen

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    Market visits
    1 - 2 hrs

    Explore a nearby market with your host, discovering the best local produce and its producers

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