US$ 38 per person

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Total US$ 38

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Indonesian Tempeh & Home-Style Cooking Experience

US$ 38 per person

5.00 6 reviews

Starting time

9:30am

Duration

3 hours

Group Size

1–9+ guests

Language

English, Indonesian

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Free cancellation until 48 hours before start

What Guests Love

Warm, knowledgeable hosts
Hands‑on authentic Balinese cooking
Beautiful outdoor kitchen garden
Memorable highlight of the trip

Based on recent verified reviews

Guests say the experience feels like a warm welcome into a beautiful home with an immaculate outdoor kitchen surrounded by a garden, where the hosts guide participants step‑by‑step through authentic Balinese dishes and tempeh making. The hands‑on format is beginner‑friendly and organized, allowing guests to fully engage and learn traditional food culture. Many describe it as a memorable highlight of their Bali visit, and they cherish the illustrated recipe book they receive.

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What to Expect

This cooking class offers an immersive introduction to Indonesian food culture, with a special focus on tempeh and traditional home cooking. Hosted in Denpasar Utara by local hosts, the experience shares culinary knowledge and family recipes passed down through generations, offering an authentic perspective on Indonesian cuisine.

The class begins with learning about tempeh, its history, cultural significance, and essential role in everyday Indonesian life. Participants then take part in a hands-on session crafting tempeh from starch, gaining insight into traditional fermentation and preparation methods.

After the tempeh session, the experience continues in the kitchen, where guests will cook 8 traditional Indonesian dishes, including classic tempeh recipes and other authentic home-style foods. The focus is on traditional spice blends, cooking techniques, and the balance of flavors that define Indonesian cuisine.

The class is relaxed, interactive, and enjoyable, encouraging questions and learning through practice. At the end of the experience, everyone sits down to enjoy the dishes they have prepared together, just like a shared family meal in an Indonesian home.

Meet Your Host

Ayu and Irene

Hi, We are Ayu and Irene, a mother-daughter duo, we'll share our family recipes to you over the cooking class. The recipes passed down through generations. For the past eight years, we’ve shared our love for authentic local food with guests, using local natural and fresh ingredients.

Tempe Mendoan (Fried Tempeh Packed with Spices and Greens)
Tempe Manis (Sweet & Sour Caramelized Tempeh)
Sambal Matah (Fresh Raw Balinese Spicy Condiment)
Sambal Terong Balado (Indonesian Signature Eggplant and Spicy Condiment)
Bumbu Bali (Balinese Great Spices, Main Spice Blend to Many Dishes)
Tum (Steamed Tofu or Tuna with Bumbu Bali)
Kari (Indonesian Traditional Curry with Tempeh and Tofu or with Chicken)
Sayur Urab (Indonesian Vegetable Salad)

Schedule

09:30 AM: Welcome snack with coffee or tea
10:00 AM: Introduction to tempeh and hands-on tempeh-making session
10:30 AM: Cooking session: prepare traditional Indonesian dishes
12:00 PM: Sit down and enjoy the meal you’ve prepared
12:30 PM: End of class

Meeting Point

Meet at cooking school: Canang Sari Homestay Denpasar

* The exact address will be shared in your booking confirmation.

Included Highlights

Cook 8 Authentic Indonesian Dishes Based on Family Recipes

Discover Traditional Spice Blends and Home-Style Cooking Techniques

Guidance Provided by a Skilled Instructor

Small Group Class for a Personalized Experience

Warm and Inviting Atmosphere

Additional Information

Instant Confirmation

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Free Cancellation

Full refunds will be issued for cancellations made at least 48 hours prior to the activity.

Guest Reviews

5 /5

5.00

Based on 6 verified reviews

Nathan • Couple

Jun 2026

Great and delicious!

Learned about tempeh, balinese and javanese food profiles, different sambals, traditional cooking tools like the volcanic rock mortar and pestle. Food was tasty and chatting while eating the food together afterwards was also a lot of fun!

Kenny

Jan 2026

Authentic Balinese Cooking with Warm and Welcoming Hosts

If you’re looking to truly enjoy Bali, its rich culture, warm people, and incredible food, this experience brings everything together beautifully in one place. Ayu and Irene and everyone in the family are amazing hosts, offering genuinely warm and welcoming hospitality that makes you feel at home from the moment you arrive. The food was excellent, and the cooking class was especially enjoyable. The clear, step‑by‑step instructions made it easy to follow, even for beginners. Best of all, we shared the dishes we prepared together for lunch, which turned into a wonderfully relaxing and memorable meal. I highly recommend this experience to anyone wanting an authentic and enjoyable taste of Bali.

Jacqueline

Jan 2026

Heartwarming Culinary Experience

Hosts were super friendly and knowledgeable, delivery was well-paced, organized and clear. Their sincerity and passion in sharing Balinese culture were truly felt. It was a heartwarming experience.

Ruth

Jan 2026

A Must Cooking Class!

Ayu and Irene made us wo welcome to their beautiful home. We learned an array of truly delicious authentic dishes though clear and skillfully teaching in their gorgeous kitchen garden. Ayu made sure everyone was involved in hands-on cooking and was so patient with our endless questions. We were amazed at the banquet that resulted from what seemed like an easy few hours. We really appreciated the deep knowledge of tempeh making and can't wait to go home and begin practicing. Thank you for the stunningly illustrated cookbook - Irene is a brilliant artist. This will definitely be used often back in our Melbourne kitchen with loads of happy memories of our day. If you are travelling to Denpasar, this class is a MUST.

Cindy

Jan 2026

A Special Cooking Experience

We spent the morning with Ayu & Irene in their beautiful home. We learned all about making tempeh and some beautiful Balinese dishes too. The ladies are beautiful and very knowledgeable and share information readily. We have participated in a few cooking classes in Bali over the years, however this one was the best we have ever done. The food was delicious and you get to participate and learn as much as you want. A special shout out to Kadek who does all the background work and is absolutely delightful. After the food is prepared and cooked you sit down in the beautiful outdoor cooking and eating area and enjoy it for lunch. We even took home leftovers! This is a special experience & one I highly recommend.

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