Thai House Cooking School, THAILAND
Airing Date: Nov 7th, 2005
Thai House is the home of Pip Fargrajang and her family who have opened their home to overseas visitors who are keen to master the art of Thai cuisine or simply to experience living the Thai way.
If you enjoy Thai food and would like to spend up to three fun-filled days learning the many secrets of Thai cooking, take advantage of the compact courses offered by The Thai House Cooking School with options of a one, two or three day course. These courses are designed for participants with little time but who wish to attain the basic knowledge it takes to create menus for home entertainment or simply to enjoy a delicious home-cooked meal.
The course begins with an introduction to the kitchen lay-out, the utensils, the cooking techniques, Thai food names, the selection of ingredients and basic food groups.
In these sessions, discover how to blend fresh herbs and spices using traditional utensils such as the mortar, pestle and the coconut grinder. You'll also learn about the great variety of fresh vegetables, some of which are picked fresh from the gardens. Whether one is a novice or an accomplished chef, you'll pick up new skills and authentic recipes.
The cooking classes are held in an outdoor classroom in the midst of an orchard of mango, banana, papaya and coconut trees, and a kitchen garden of fresh herbs and spices used in the recipes. Lessons featuring brief lectures, the preparation of ingredients, hands-on cooking demonstrations and time for discussion and enjoying the fruits of success are conducted in an open air kitchen.
Further information
Thai Airways International flies to Bangkok from $1232 ex west coast, $1271 ex east coast. Includes taxes, Conditions apply.
Thai Airways
Website: www.thaiairways.com.au
Superior Rooms start from $189 a single & $215 a double
Includes welcome fruits & flowers, continental breakfast, cocktails & snacks.
Montien Riverside Hotel
Website: www.montien.com
The Thai House Cooking School for one, two or three day classes. Prices start from $112 for 1 day, $225 for 2 day course & $338 for three day course. The two and three day courses include a trip to the local markets.
Thai House Cooking School
Telephone: 0011 66 2 903 9611 or 997-5161
Fax: 0011 66 2 903 9354
Prices correct at 7/11/05
