Koh Samui Jungle Kitchen - Evening Cooking Class (Max 8 Guests)

Absolutely loved this. My favourite things so far in Koh Samui.🌈🙏 Jungle House Kitchen is so much more than a cooking class. Tom starts with a chat and then takes you for a wander around their garden, showing you where so many of the ingredients we just buy at home without even thinking about actually come from. Then Lynn takes over the cooking. She’s swesome — patient, relaxed and explains everything as you go. There were six of us and we made Pad Thai, Penang curry and larb, with everyone chopping, grinding and preparing different things together. Making the Penang curry paste completely from scratch with a mortar and pestle was strangely cathartic 😂 and there was something really wholesome about seeing these ingredients growing in the garden and then actually cooking with them. The whole evening is really casual. Everyone chats, has a drink, cooks, learns and has a laugh. Then somehow it all comes together at the end and you sit down and eat this amazing meal you’ve all made. Tom and Lynn are just lovely and incredibly generous with their time and knowledge. It doesn’t feel commercial or overly organised — it just feels like you’ve been welcomed into their place for the evening. Such a great experience. Would 100% recommend. ❤️

We spent 3 weeks in Asia and this was literally the highlight of the entire trip for our teenagers. You get a tour of all the different plants you'll be using in the dishes you'll be eating, and then make several dishes that then all taste amazing. It does take a bit until you actually eat, but the area you'll be cooking in is gorgeous and it was so much fun. Made some red duck curry, fried chicken, fish, and Pad Kra Pao. And get the recipes afterwards. Water is free and beers were 100 baht a bottle while you cook. So if you're looking for a cooking class on Koh Samui then I'd highly recommend it. It's a bit pricey but worth it.

Amazing cooking class, started with a visit to the vegetable garden, then moved to start the dishes preparation . Each person had a station and prepared the same dish for himself. The pace was very good, and Tom and Lin were great with explaining the whole journey. The food was delicious. Getting there was also easy as they offer help with transport to and from the location of the cooking class.

A lovely evening, nice tour of the garden and home grown produce. Lin was a great cook and teacher, she explained what and why the ingredients were being used, showed us the techniques for preparing everything, and explained the traditional cooking methods we were using. We made three delicious dishes and enjoyed sitting down to eat them after a very hot few hours cooking. Yum!!

What a great experience. Very informative and delicious food. You will feel like a MasterChef. Tom and his wife are lovely hosts and great photographers also.

I am no cook but I love Thai food and the evening spent at the Jungle Kitchen was amazing in many ways, firstly what a wonderful setting with great views, the hosts Tom and Lin amazing the pair of them so welcoming, Tom introduced us to the gardens full of ingredients, Lin and her team introduced us to the world of cooking Thai even the experienced cooks in attendance would have gone home learning something from her, personally I left feeling as if I can cook but most importantly I had a great night in great company, Thank you to every one at Jungle Kitchen.

Our evening at Tom and Lin’s home and the home of the Jungle Kitchen and organic garden was worth every penny we spent on this excursion. Tom is a wonderful host and world traveller, Lin a patient, gifted chef in her own right. Their kitchen is spectacular, the cooking course is clear, (very) organized and you really get a feel of the authentic organic nature of the place both in the creating and preparing the meal from beginning to end. The ingredients for the meal are mostly from their organic, sustainable garden and/or farm. The difference from other cooking classes is the location and the understanding of authentic Thai preparation and cooking. Cooking on open flame while looking over the jungle at the ocean is unforgettable. The rock bar, lol! So great! We highly recommend this experience, you will not regret it. You will make some fantastic meals, meet really interesting and cool people, both quantity to take home and quality and taste that will not be forgotten. Thank you Tom and Lin, we are grateful for the experience and feel privileged to have enjoyed your beautiful home and kitchen, thank you. Keep living the dream, what you’re doing is really quite something. We will remember Tom, Lin and their home for many years to come as we talk about our adventures to Thailand. Tessa and Will. 🙏🌷🌴✨

We had a fun evening touring the garden and learning Thai recipes. The food was one of the best we had in our time in Thailand. We made curry paste from scratch which was very interesting. Come hungry as there was plenty of good! Tom and Lynn were wonderful hosts. We would highly recommend if you are visiting Koh Samui!

We had mixed feelings about this experience, and I want to be honest while also fair. Unfortunately, Tom’s attitude made the experience very uncomfortable. He was arrogant, dismissive, and at times raised his voice and yelled at guests, which felt completely inappropriate in a service setting. If you’re visiting Samui with family or hoping for a relaxing vacation experience, this is not something you would expect or want, and it can really affect the mood of the day. That said, Lin was absolutely wonderful — she was kind, warm, patient, and a genuinely good cook. She clearly cares about the food and the guests, and it honestly felt bad to write this review because of her. She was the bright spot of the experience. We honestly would have preferred to pay more if it meant the experience without Tom’s involvement.

I don't often post reviews, but this was truly an exceptional experience! Lin is an incredible Thai chef and we really enjoyed cooking with her in the beautiful outdoor kitchen with amazing views. The food was absolutely amazing and it made for an unforgettable evening. Her partner Tom arranged transport, showed us around the grounds/garden, took great photos/videos and entertained us throughout the evening. They were very accommodating when we needed to make a change last minute and even let us make menu requests. If you do only one cooking class while in Thailand - this is the one!

We loved our experience at the jungle cooking class! The property is gorgeous and easy to get to—Tom and his partner are so welcoming and helpful throughout the recipes so skill level doesn’t matter and the food ended up delicious. They were also super generous on transportation to and from as it can be difficult on the island. It was sweet to watch the generosity to a couple in our group who brought an infant and a toddler by keeping them occupied and offering up a sleeping pad for him to rest on. Also the pictures they captured of us are 10/10 and probably will be included in our Christmas card! Thanks for hosting us and highly recommending not thinking twice about signing up for this tour, you won’t want to miss it.

Fantastic experience. Explorer garden. Small group so intimate. Menu tailored to what the group wanted. Authentic Thai cooking style and great view over ocean.

Fantastic experience. Tom, our gracious host, took us around the beautiful property and gardens to learn about the ingredients we cooked with. The views from the outdoor kitchen were breathtaking. Highly recommend this for families and friends groups.

A great experience and fabulous hospitality from Tom, Lin and the team. Food was absolutely delicious and the setting was beautiful. We were a family of four with 2 kids (11 and 13) and the class was a perfect way to spend an evening on our Samui holiday.

f you’re truly looking for an immersive experience in Thai cuisine, this is the place! It goes far beyond just cooking. The show starts the moment you arrive. The setting is beautiful, with a unique atmosphere, an incredible view, and a vibe that makes you feel comfortable right from the start. Tom and Lin are a big part of the experience. They were extremely friendly and welcoming, and truly shared what this fascinating culture has to offer. The relaxed chat over a few glasses of good wine was a wonderful bonus that, on its own, already made the visit worthwhile. The food, for me—after five visits to the island—was some of the most authentic and flavorful I’ve had in Thailand. Real Thai comfort food. I highly recommend. Thank you so much, Tom and Lin! ขอบคุณมากครับ (khàawp-khun mâak khráp) 🙏🇹🇭✨ Can’t wait to be back! 💛

We spent a fabulous evening with 2 other couples (who we didn't know before) learning how to cook in an authentic traditional Thai style. Tom and Lin have a lovely open-plan house and stunning garden. Tom took us around the garden to cultivate the vegetables, fruits and herbs that we would be using that night to cook our 3-course dinner. Lin then took over to show us how to cook the various dishes and we all cooked our one individual helpings (adjusted slightly for food preferences). Everything we ate was tasty and the whole evening flew by. We were meant to be there from 5-9pm but at 10pm Tom suggested it was probably time to call a taxi! I would highly recommend this even for fussy eaters like myself!

Best Thai cooking school I have been at. Great place, food and all the learning about cooking Thai food. We really had a fantastic time and we higly recommend it to ours. Thank you Tom and Jin and the rest of the team♥️

I can’t praise this class enough! My husband and I have been to several cooking class throughout the US, Europe, and went to one in Chiang Mai. This class is by far the best cooking class we have ever done! It was so much more than learning to cook traditional Thai dishes. It was an experience! Tom and Lin were amazing hosts! Tom captured the whole night on camera and shared the pictures and Lin did an amazing job leading the group through each recipe! Not to mention everything we made was so delicious! We even got to suggest what we would like to make and Tom and Lin used the suggestions to come up with the menu for the night. Do not think twice about this class! Book it now. I would even book it several nights if you are in Koh Samui long enough!

Both the wife and I are confident cooks - including of Thai recipes - and have never previously been to a cooking class. We're very pleased that we chose this one as our first. We were picked up and driven up to the idyllic location in the hills that really gives you a different perspective of Koh Samui. Insect spray is available if you haven't already sprayed - you'll need it. Tom and Lin are great hosts, with the latter taking us on a tour of the garden to collect ingredients for the three dishes. These are determined beforehand by Tom asking what each of the 8 participants wanted to cook and then going with the majority. We had a soup, a Pad Thai and a red curry to create. It was all done very well and we were kept busy and involved. The food turned out pretty decent - although neither of us are soup fans, and that didn't change. Alcohol is available to purchase at a semi-reasonable price to accompany the evening. Tom takes plenty of photos during the time and these are sent afterwards - you'll need a lot of cloud space for them. The recipes took a few days to get to us, we don't know why, and we were dropped back at our accommodation. I would recommend this experience to anyone, no matter what your cooking experience is, as Lin is a great teacher and host.

The atmosphere was excellent. Cooking with a beautiful panoramic view. Everything was also explained and demonstrated in detail on how to prepare the recipes of your choice.

The venue was great but our views were restricted due to heavy rain. Despite the weather we really enjoyed our night, leaning to make massaman curry paste from scratch. The staff were friendly and helpful.

The house is on a hill with a beautiful view of Koh Pha Ngan. Lin, our teacher, was amasing and patient and everything was organised well. We cooked 3 dishes and everything was delicious! I would highly recommend this experience to anybody who likes to cook (especially over fire), grow their own produce and eat of course!

WOW!!!! What can I say. Such a great experience. Tom, the host was witty and informative and very welcoming. Lyn was a wealth of knowledge and very easy to listen to and follow. We chopped and cooked and then all sat and ate together. The meal was absolutely delicious and I made it :). It was also a time to meet other like minded people from around the world who like to travel, cook and eat. I would highly recommend this experience and next time we are back in Koh Samui will will definitely take another class. Thank you Thank you Jungle Kitchen

Such a brilliant experience from start to finish. A gorgeous property with incredible views and a very cute cat 😀. We checked out the local incredients in the garden, prepped and cooked 3 dishes and all sat down to eat together. Excellent hosts - was a really fun evening. Great to learn more about the local dishes but also super sociable and fun. Would highly reccomend.

Loved this cooking school experience. Set in a very beautiful villa, with a great view and curated cooking utensils as the backdrop to our experience. Tom is an amiable host and Lin is a calm and experienced cook and great teacher. We enjoyed the food we made- Penang curry, turmeric fish and tom yum soup. Way too much food - come hungry!

We had a wonderful time at Tom and Lin’s jungle kitchen; a highlight of our time in beautiful Koh Samui. Authentic cooking and getting to learn all the tricks and tips was a truly enjoyable experience. Tom and Lin were incredibly generous with their time and went to a lot of effort to make us feel welcome. Also, the food we cooked was excellent - the best fish I’ve ever had! Highly recommend!

We had an EXCELLENT TIME! From start to finish, everything was on point! Tom is a phenomenal host, and Chef Lin knows how 1) to provide clear cut instructions 2) and have you make authentic Thai dishes, like it was a piece of cake! HIGHLY recommended, if you are staying in Koh Samui!

Amazing experience - one of our favourite in Thailand! Lovely hosts and great food! Menu tailored to group, which was great!

The location view and hospitality were all awesome. Lin’s knowledge of Thai cooking second to none, feel like we could host a Thai dinner at home that everyone would love Tom also is a great character and provided lots of local info

This was by far the best activity we did in Koh Samui. Tom and Lin were great mentors and the location and house were beautiful. If you do anything in Koh Samui signup for this class quick since they limit it to eight guests. This class is what you tell stories about long after you get home. Enjoy.

Five friends joined the course in the late afternoon. After a very short taxi ride from fisherman's village we were greeted by Tom and shown into his and Lin's beautiful hillside villa. We were joined by a young American couple. I think there are a maximum of eight places. Tom walked us around the garden. Showing us vegetables and herbs which we would use later. We collected chillies, lemongrass, turmeric and other ingredients. Tom handed us over to Lin, who as well as being an expert cook was clear and patient in her instruction. We made three dishes: a Penang duck curry, Tom Yum Goong soup and sweet and sour chicken. Lin's organisation was superb, with us doing all of the preparation in advance and cooking all three dishes at the last. Lin had marinated and smoked the duck over charcoal and coconut and she deep fried the chicken in a large batch. Saving us from the risk of using a wok full of oil. Nonetheless she explained and showed us each step so we could repeat at home. My wife's Penang Curry was the best I have tasted. Mine came a poor second. It was great to taste both and understand what improvements I could make. The sweet and sour was a revelation. Nothing like the sickly sweet versions I've been served in the UK. I would have said I don't like Sweet and Sour until Lin taught me how to cook one. Water was included, and we were able to purchase a very acceptable wine at reasonable prices. Tom serving us whilst cooking. Both joined us to eat and we enjoyed Toms lively conversation and Lin's quieter, intelligent contributions. My only regret is that Lin was preparing a Beef Rendang for their dinner the following day. This looked and smelled incredible. Unfortunately it wasn't ready for us to taste. Lin also sells Lasagne at the regular night markets in fisherman's village. We've just received the recipes and will be trying them at home. I just need to find a good source of ingredients. All in all a fantastic evening and very good value.

This cooking school was amazing, especially because everybody had his own cooking place and prepared their own dishes. Tom and Lin were so friendly and we felt welcome from the very beginning. It was the best cooking school I have every visited and would 100% recommend it. Best experience in Koh Samui.

Fantastic learning about Thai cooking and traditional Thai cooking techniques. A wonderfully informative host, Tim, guided us through the gardens to harvest the freshest ingredients. His partner, Lin, was our Thai cooking teacher and she was fantastic. There was an abundance of food which tasted absolutely wonderful! A fantastic experience that is highly recommended!

Great experience. Really good cooking class in a fabulous location. Tom is a really good host and Linn a wonderful chef. Picking the ingredients from Tom's garden was really informative and I learned a lot about the local produce. The Massaman curry we made was one of the best I've tasted and the Tamarind seabass was 'to die for' I highly recommend that you take this class

An amazing experience! If you are looking for an opportunity to learn how to cook authentic Thai food while spending a night in a great atmosphere and in a beautiful place overlooking both jungle & Koh Pha-ngan - you’ve found a right place. Tom & Lin - thank you, it was a pleasure ❤️

I always wanted to do a thai cooking class and Jungle kitchen did not disappoint. Tom is great host and Linn is great chef. They make you at ease and even if you are not experience at cooking it is so easy to follow Linn’s instruction. My husband does not cook and he really did not want to do it. But both Tom and Linn made him at ease and he really enjoyed the whole experience. The food was amazing. We would highly recommend the class. We would definitely come back again

Absolutely wonderful eyperience! I can only recommend the course from the bottom of my heart. Tom & Lin have an exceptional outdoor kitchen with spectecular views. The dishes are customized for all course participants and cooked with home-grown, freshest ingredients. Lin runs the course with a lot of patience and useful knowledge and Tom kept us well entertained, provided us with drinks and took a lot of photos as souvenirs. The food especially the curry was soo delicious!! Thank you for the wonderful experience, it was one of the highlights of our vacation.

Absolutely amazing evening. Thank you to Tom & Lynn, great hosts. Amazing views & food was delicious. I’l definitely come again when I’m back in Koh Samui next year for more cooking & recipes.

We had a wonderful time at Tom and Lins Jungle Kitchen. The setting was gorgeous, the ingredients were fresh ( we selected our veg and herbs from the gardens) and Lin was great at providing instructions. A great experience if you're in the area and suitable for all levels of experience. Would definitely recommend!

What a fantastic night. Tom and Lynne are amazing hosts and our fellow travellers were great too. We cooked three amazing dishes which we savoured the night after as well. Good food and company and tips for cooking at home too.

I highly recommend this class , first the site provides beautiful views as the house sits on a mountain side. . We were picked up at fisherman’s village, welcomed with a refreshing drink once we got to the house . The hosts were great, we picked up some herbs in the garden and were fortunate to be able to pretty much decide on the menu beforehand. Lyn guided us through the whole process as Tom took plenty of pictures of us . The pictures were just amazing and will be great for memories as this was one of our best tours in Thailand. We made Thai pad , Tom yum soup with the best prawns I’ve ever eaten here and massaman curry chicken. We ate way too much food but had the option of bringing it back with us . We appreciated that it was a late afternoon class as food was ready for dinner !!

This proved to be a deeply engaging and genuine experience. My spouse and I visited twice, and on both occasions, we had a fantastic time. All the food comes directly from their own farm and garden, and you even have the opportunity to tour the farm! Linn is the main host, and her husband Tom supplements the experience with interesting cultural and historical insights. It's an experience that should not be overlooked if you're traveling to Koh Samui.

Just wanted to say what fabulous time I had at the jungle kitchen with Lin and Tom. I learnt so much in the time that I was there and, more importantly, enjoyed every minute. Their setting is out of this world and is matched by their enthusiasm, knowledge, and skill. Lin helped us cook the best meal each of us had ever cooked, and the experience of then sitting down with new friends to enjoy our dishes and share a couple of beers was just brilliant. Thanks for everything. Shaun

We had the best evening at Lin and Tom’s jungle retreat. Outside kitchen amazing, ingredients fresh from the garden, Lin explained all the techniques and gave great tips. Tom ensured we didn’t go thirsty. After cooking our 3 course menu, we sat down to enjoy delicious food, great company and spectacular views. A lovely get away for a few hours away from the hustle and bustle!

Tom & Lin invite you into there beautiful home & instantly it feels like you are cooking dinner with friends ! Lin’s talents are on display the moment you walk into the outdoor kitchen & see the set up ! Cooking over coals is one of life’s great skills & Lin certainly runs a very memorable night from the moment you are met at the front door ! Plenty of room to move around & scenic view out to Koh Phangan ! We were a family of 2 adults 3 teenagers joined by 2 others to make a group of 7 & both Lin & Tom made us feel welcome & the tuition was exceptional ! We prepared Spring Rolls , Duck Curry & Pad See Ew … washed down with a Singha at the end of our cooking it was the ultimate cooking experience! Would highly recommend… Vaughan & Family

Lin & Tom’s Thai cooking experience deserves 5 stars. Lin’s a master at explaining the how and why. Together they have created an awesome experience for a passionate home cook. And great pics to tell the story.

We had an amazing time learning to make some incredibly delicious food! Lin & Tom make the experience incredible with the outdoor cooking set up, and step by step instructions on how to make three delicious dishes! We had a blast getting to know them, and the family style dinner that followed! Highly recommend!

This was such an immersive and authentic experience. My wife and I went twice and both times we had an amazing experience. All the food is harvested from their farm and garden, you can even visit the farm! Linn runs the show, and her husband Tom guides you through with some additional culture and history. It is an experience not to be missed if you are visiting Koh Samui!

It was a wonderful experience to spend time with Tom and Lyn. Both are really kind hosts and you feel warm welcome at the first minute. We was picked up at our hotel and drove directly in the jungle. After arrival Tom and Lyn showed us the phantastic area and of course the kitchen! It was unbelieveable: such a great view from the kitchen to the Jungle. After That Lyn explained the dishes to Cook. Several days before cooking class Tom and Lyn asked for special wishes. That was a great offer and so we had a wish for a dish and Lyn bought everything for it. All ingrediences were fresh because Most of them were from their Own Garden. It was very interesting to see different plants and to Listen to Lyn‘s explanations. Lyn is a really well organized and wonderful chef. First she Tell about the dishes and the work to do. She helps during cooking because everybody has it‘s own cooking Place. The Group of cooking People is very small so it es really interesting to talk to Each other to share cooking exerience. The Self cooked dishes were unbelieveably delecious! And everybody got a very nice Gift from Tom and Lyn. After cooking and eating Tom and Lyn showed us a nice place nearby. Here you Could watch the Jungle. After that Tom and Lyn was Driving all participants at Home. It was a really wonderful experience and we recomment this higly! Thank you very much to Lyn and Tom for this very Special event at Every Minute. 😊