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7 Best Cooking Classes in Penang [2024]

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Cooking Class Penang

Best Cooking Class Penang
Best Cooking Class Penang

If you’re looking for a unique experience while in Penang, why not try a cooking class? There are many great options to choose from, and we’ve compiled a list of the 7 Best Cooking Classes in Penang. Whether you’re interested in traditional Malaysian cuisine or want to learn how to cook Western dishes, there’s something for everyone on this list. So what are you waiting for? Book your spot today!

1. Mypintu Plate

Key ServicesCooking Class Penang
Website https://mypintuplate.com/
Address 36, Leith Street, George Town, Penang Island 10200 Malaysia
Phone +60 14-247 9314
Emailk.albasrawy@yahoo.com
Operating hoursDaily 9:00AM–7:00PM

The one-hour class that Mypintu Plate gives will cover at least 4 well-known Penang street foods as well as two desserts and specialties. The most well-liked regional specialties and street food are taught to cook. Char Kway Teow, Nasi Lemak, Penang Laksa, Mee Goreng, Roti Canai, Roti Jala, Chicken Curry, Dhal Curry, Masala Wadeh, Teh Tarik, Prawn Noodle, and Chicken and Beef Rendang are a few of them.

Key Differentiators:

  • Group and private classes
  • Authentic dishes
  • Excellent service

Customer Testimonial:

“Excellent cookery class and food tour. Very knowledgeable host.”

Fiona Hamlin

2. Tropical Spice Garden Cooking School

Key ServicesCooking Class Penang
Website https://www.facebook.com/TropicalSpiceGarden/
Address Lot 595 Mukim 2 Jalan Teluk Bahang, Teluk Bahang, Penang Island 11050 Malaysia
Phone +60 4-881 1797
Emailinfo@tropicalspicegarden.com
Operating hoursMonday-Sunday 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday Closed

The sessions at the Tropical Spice Garden Culinary School are specially designed with individual workstations that have been developed with a focus on providing an unforgettable hands-on cooking experience. Although the meals use real and conventional techniques, they are taught in a way that enables you to make the delectable dishes at home.

Key Differentiators:

  • Real and conventional cooking techniques
  • Private and group classes
  • Excellent experience

Customer Testimonial:

“Beautiful space to enjoy nature and learn about spices and plants. I spent just under an hour there but could have stayed much longer. There is a nice little shop where you can purchase all the spices that your heart desires.”

Dan Kretschmar

3. Cooking With Chef Samuel

Key ServicesCooking Class Penang
Website http://cookingwithchefsamuel.com
Address 61A, Shineville Park Solok Thean Teik 1, George Town, Penang Island 11400 Malaysia
Phone +60 11-1068 5779
Emailhello@cookingwithchefsamuel.com
Operating hoursDaily 7:00AM–7:00PM

Cooking With Chef Samuel offers a hands-on cooking session where students prepare meals from scratch. The class includes a highlight visit to a wet market and a breakfast tasting. They attend sessions in the morning and the afternoon that concentrate on various abilities.

Key Differentiators:

  • Shifting classes
  • Diverse culture of Malaysia
  • Complimentary offerings

Customer Testimonial:

“Chef Samuel was very kind and knowledegable. Learned so much about authentic local foods both in the market tour and in the kitchen. He even hooked me up with some freshly made sambal- an overall excellent experience.”

Blake Thomas

4. Nazlina Spice Station

Key ServicesCooking Class Penang
Website https://www.facebook.com/NazlinaSpiceStation/
Address 2 Campbell Street, George Town, Penang Island 10100 Malaysia
Phone +60 12-453 8167
Emailnazlina.hussin@gmail.com
Operating hoursTuesday, Thursday and Sunday 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM

The sole traditional culinary school in George Town, Penang, is Nazlina Spice Station. Lots of participants were guided to attend their fascinating market trips and learn how to prepare street food and other delectable Malaysian dishes. Participants raved about their instruction. They are not only learning how to prepare traditional Malay dishes, but a tour of the markets also helped them better comprehend the local way of life.

Key Differentiators:

  • Authentic Malaysian dishes
  • Creative cuisine
  • Various services

Customer Testimonial:

“Excellent class, lots of fun and very knowledgeable!”

Heath Lyons

5. Penang Homecooking School

Key ServicesCooking Class Penang
Website https://www.facebook.com/PenangHomecookingSchool/
Address 85 Taman Berjaya Pulau Tikus, George Town, Penang Island 10350 Malaysia
Phone +60 16-437 4380
Emailpghomecooking@gmail.com
Operating hoursMonday-Saturday 9:30AM–3:00PM
Sunday Closed

Authentic Malaysian cooking techniques are included in the cooking programs offered by Penang Homecooking School. They make it possible for shoppers to understand how to use fresh produce.

Key Differentiators:

  • Needed advance cooking
  • Market experience
  • Reasonable offers

Customer Testimonial:

“Amazing day cooking with these wonderful people. Thank you so much- we had a wonderful time!!”

Vanessa Simpson

6. Cooking With Alou

Key ServicesCooking Class Penang
Website https://www.facebook.com/cookingwithalou/
Address 516 i Jalan CM Hashim, Tanjung Tokong, Penang Island 11200 Malaysia
Phone +60 16-449 2568
Emailinfo@cookingwithalou.com
Operating hoursMonday-Saturday 8:00AM–12:00PM

For travelers to Penang, Malaysia, Cooking With Alou offers practical cooking classes. The workshops emphasize using locally sourced ingredients to produce a well-known Malaysian meal. They can provide classes for all ages and are welcoming to families.

Key Differentiators:

  • Perfect for all ages
  • Fair price
  • No afternoon shifts

Customer Testimonial:

“Loved cooking with Alou. She is very friendly and a joy to cook with. She was very patient with my many questions. I am already looking forward to another cooking session with Alou, hopefully sooner than later.”

Rebekah Ronning

7. Traveling Spoon

Key ServicesCooking Class Penang
Website https://www.facebook.com/travelingspoon/
Emailhello@travelingspoon.com

With the help of local hosts in their homes, Traveling Spoon offers visitors private, authentic cuisine experiences, including cooked dinners, cooking lessons, and market visits.

Key Differentiators:

  • Local tours
  • Private and group classes
  • Premium ingredients

Cooking Class Penang

With a focus on using fresh, local ingredients, Cooking Class Penang provides an authentic culinary experience that is perfect for tourists or anyone interested in learning more about Malaysian cuisine. Enroll now!

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