Vegetarian Cooking Class with Rice Paddy & Organic Farm Tour

It was a wonderful day spent surrounded by nature. Everything went perfectly. We were picked up directly from the hotel in the morning, then taken to the market, and then to the cooking school. The service was very friendly and welcoming. The preparation methods were explained clearly, along with background information on the traditions.

The tour was worthwhile. The highlights started with a really good driver who took us to a proper authentic wholesale Balinese market. Here we were able to interact with the locals and see how people really purchase their edible goods as well as items for the kitchen. Got to make a few purchases to take home and see the beautiful herbs and spices and even tobacco in a wholesale raw state which was interesting. The farm we then went to was set in a great location. Not convinced of it being a 100% true organic farm as stated in the advertising as we were advised whilst walking by the guide it's not and 50:50 so some pesticides are actually used. Besides that and overcoming that thought as we were wanting true organic we still enjoyed the experience of the day of looking at the companion planting that existed and walking the beautiful fields. With the actual farm walk and cooking there were too many people involved for us as there were 10 tourist participants. With 10 participants you often didn't get to hear information given on the walk unless you were at the front. The food cooked for the feast was really tasty and amazing with a choice of vegetarian or non-vegetarian dishes. We got some great cooking tips to take home with us and overall enjoyed the day and food.

The whole experience was amazing start to end. The driver was lovely and took us to the market which was such an interesting experience, he had so much knowledge. Walking around while the fruit and veg were handpicked in front of us was an unforgettable experience. Everyone was so friendly and helpful, the food was amazing, like nothing I’ve ever tasted before

10/10, everything was perfect! We loved the market tour, the rice paddy tracking was so much fun and cooking with the balinese chefs was our favorite. The food was awesome and so fresh. We would recommend doing this cooking class to anyone coming to bali!

We had a great experience, visiting a local market and farm before learning about different ingredients, and cooking local dishes on fire stoves. We were joined by a few other groups, but had a great time cooking together. The only thing I would have like more of, is being a bigger part of the cooking. We had a lot of help with the frying and boiling, which was probably the most effective, but didn't leave feeling like I had learned the ins and outs of the dishes by the end. We did get a recipe booklet, so will try at home.