The 7 Best Cooking Classes in Malaysia

1.LaZat Malaysian Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $130Our pick

Meet at Kuala Lumpur’s Pasar Besar TTDI for a light roti canai breakfast and market visit, then cook a full Malaysian meal at LaZat with your own burner, utensils, and mortar and pestle. The class runs Tuesday to Saturday, welcomes beginners and experienced cooks aged 16 and up, and includes tea, coffee, and a recipe book.

“What a great day out, sadly I was the only one there which made it a wonderful private tour for me but the operators would do well with a group as well. Tour of the market showed me the authentic shopping and everyone was very welcoRead more”

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2.Malaysia Cooking Classes With Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · from $59

Spend about three hours cooking Malaysian food with Fizah, a home cook in Kuala Lumpur. Prepare Nasi Lemak, sambal, side dishes, and a local dessert, or discuss other menu choices in advance. The private class includes hands-on preparation, a shared meal, cultural stories, travel tips, and recipes to take home.

“Had such a great time at Fizah’s Malaysian cooking class! She was super lovely and a really great teacher - made everything easy to follow and fun. I felt so welcome in her home, and she was really thoughtful about my allergies, which meant a lot. The food was amazing, and the whole experience felt really personal and relaxed. Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to try something local and hands-on!”

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3.New Malaysian Kitchen Cooking Class and Garden Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · from $150

Spend four hours with cookbook author Sara Khong and her family, cooking five Malaysian dishes in a real home kitchen. You’ll begin with flower tea and a tour of a garden filled with more than 50 edible herbs, spices, and flowers, then sit down to eat what you prepared.

“This was a fantastic experience! Sara was such a patient and excellent teacher and so welcoming ! She really knows how to cook, has written cookbooks, and explains it in a way that makes it interesting and fun. The garden tour was a leaRead more”

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4.Market Visit & Private Hands-on Cooking Class at Daun Senja

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $130

Start at 8am in Taman Suntex, Cheras, with a wet-market visit and local breakfast, except on Mondays. Patricia and Kingston then guide your private group of up to five through Malaysian dishes such as nasi lemak, chicken pong teh, roti jala, sambal, and local desserts before you sit down to eat with a drink.

“I have done cooking classes all over the world and this was definitely one of my favorites! The family was so nice and welcoming and I felt very comfortable. We went to the market, had a delicious indian breakfast, and then went back to the house to cook! The recipe waRead more”

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5.Malaysian Hands-On Cooking Class : Masala Medley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · from $66

At Masala Medley above Jalan Imbi, Rene guides you through a three-hour, fully hands-on class with your own stove and tools. You prepare pakora, chicken curry, basmati rice, cucumber pachdi, Kesari, and masala chai, then eat what you make. The class suits beginners, food lovers, and anyone wanting practical spice skills rather than a cooking demonstration.

“This class was so informative that i feel like i could actually make these dishes at home! I learned so much about Indian/Malay spices and ways of cooking--really grateful for all the knowledge that Rene shared.”

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6.Sabah Traditional Authentic Cuisine Cooking Class 3 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 22 reviews · 3 hours · from $50Best value

Spend three hours cooking Sabah dishes with local chefs such as Auntie Cindy, Auntie Winnie, and Chef Bonny. You will learn about ingredients, food customs, and cooking methods, then eat what you prepare for lunch. Sessions are usually indoors from 10am to 1pm, with pickup from downtown Kota Kinabalu hotels.

“Amazing afternoon using local ingredients in a serene, tropical setting at Aunt Winny's home. She is funny, prepared and relaxed. An enjoyable time, highly recommended. Transportation was arranged and easy, thank you!”

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7.Malaysian Cooking Class with Market Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 5h 30m · from $149

Meet your guide at TTDI Wet Market at 8:30 AM, shop for local ingredients, then transfer to LaZat Cooking for a hands-on class. You’ll prepare three courses with your own stove, utensils, and mortar and pestle. Saadiah is a particularly warm instructor when she teaches, often on Saturdays.

“Great experience!! Loved the cooking class as well as the visit to the market. Recipes were delicious and the teacher was very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend it.”

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