Ubud Coconut Oil Making & Balinese Cooking Class
Ubud Coconut Oil Making & Balinese Cooking Class
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Learn to make virgin coconut oil (VCO) from scratch and cook a 3-course Balinese meal. Take our free shuttle from central Ubud to our Taro Village organic farm. You will press your own oil, cook with it, and take a bottle home. Available daily for morning, afternoon, and evening sessions.
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Rp 650,000 (~38 EUR) per person
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Highlights
- Free return shuttle from the central Ubud meeting point.
- Guided tour of our organic farm in Taro Village.
- Simultaneous Learning: Start your oil, then harvest and cook while it separates.
- Hands-on pressing to create clear virgin coconut oil from fresh coconut milk.
- 3-Course Meal: Cook an appetizer, main course, and dessert using fresh oil.
- Take-home bottle of the actual virgin coconut oil you produced.
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The Morning Market Tour
Your morning starts with a free pickup in central Ubud. We drive straight to a traditional local market in Tegallalang. For 40 minutes, your guide shows you how Balinese families buy their daily produce and spices. You will taste fresh tropical fruits and traditional cakes while watching the morning trade before the heat of the day sets in.
The Traditional VCO Process & Farm Tour
Your experience begins with a free pickup from central Ubud. We drive you to the Taman Dukuh Organic Farm in Taro Village.
In our open-air kitchen, you start by learning how Balinese families use every part of the coconut. You will grate the fresh meat, press the milk by hand, and set it to cook over a fire. Because the traditional separation process takes approximately two hours, we do not make you wait. While your oil cooks, you take a bamboo basket into the garden to harvest the fresh vegetables and spices needed for your Gianyar-style meal.
Cook with Coconut Oil
This specialty workshop is a unique part of our Balinese Cooking Classes in Ubud.
You use pre-prepared virgin coconut oil to start your cooking class immediately so your food stays hot. You will prepare three traditional courses:
- Appetizer: Sate Lilit (minced meat or vegan skewers).
- Main Course: Nasi Goreng (traditional fried rice with farm vegetables).
- Dessert: Pisang Goreng (crispy banana fritters).
By the time you finish your meal, your own handmade oil will be filtered, cooled, and bottled for you to take home.
Itinerary
Menus
Regular and Vegan/Vegetarian Menu:
- Appetizer: Sate Lilit (minced meat or vegan skewers).
- Main Course: Nasi Goreng (traditional fried rice with farm vegetables).
- Dessert: Pisang Goreng (crispy banana fritters).
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Important information
Meeting Point:
- Pura Dalem Puri Peliatan (Opposite Sens Hotel)
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Shuttle Schedule:
- Shuttle Departure Times: We offer three daily sessions for this class:
- Morning: 07:30 AM
- Afternoon: 12:30 PM
- Evening: 04:00 PM
- Arrival: Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before your scheduled departure.
Please Note:
- Price: From Rp 650,000 per person.
- Class Size: Small group experience (Max. 14 People). Each cooking station is shared by 2 people.
- Accessibility: Not suitable for wheelchair users due to farm terrain.
- Dietary: We cater to Regular, Vegetarian, Vegan, and Gluten-Free diets. Please inform us of any allergies when booking.
- Location: Our Taro Village organic farm is located 15 minutes north of the Tegallalang Rice Terraces and 10 minutes from Gunung Kawi Sebatu.
Cancellation Policy:
- Free: Up to 7 days before the class starts.
- 50% Fee: Cancellation 4 to 6 days in advance.
- 100% Fee: Cancellation within 0 to 3 days.
- Changes: We offer 2 free date changes if you cannot make it on the day.
From
Rp 480,000 (~25 EUR) per person
About this activity
From
Rp 650,000 (~38 EUR) per person
More Details about Ubud Coconut Oil Making & Balinese Cooking Class
Getting to Your VCO & Cooking Class: Easy Shuttle & Meeting Point Guide
*Free Shuttle Services is Included
**Meet us at designated meeting point 15 minutes before each of departure time.
1. Using Free Shuttle From Ubud Meeting Point
The day starts with our pick-up in Ubud meeting point at 7:30 am, 12:30 pm, or 4:00 pm
Meeting Time:
(15 minutes) before 7:30 am, 12:30 pm, 4:00 pm
Meeting Location:
Pura Dalem Puri Peliatan
Address:
F7R9+8P2, Jalan Sukma Kesuma Jalan Raya Ubud Tebesaya, Petulu, Kecamatan Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571
Location Map:
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Driving Yourself? Meeting Points for VCO & Cooking Class
If you have your own transportation, you can easily find your way to the local market (on the way to the farm).
Meeting Time:
(15 minutes) before 9:00 am, 1:15 pm, 5:00 pm
Meeting Location:
Taman Dukuh Bali Farm Cooking School
Address: Jl. Raya Banjar Jati, Taro, Kec. Tegallalang, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80561
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Let’s Get Crafting & Cooking! Your Balinese VCO & Culinary Adventure Begins
In our cooking class, you have the chance to learn and create 3 different dishes. You will get to enjoy all the dishes that you have made yourself.
Start By An Appetizers
Our cooking will start by preparing the famous Balinese satay lilit, a classic skewer that’s wrapped and twisted on bamboo sticks or lemongrass before being grilled to a perfect golden brown.
Continue To Cook The Main Dish
The highlight of the class is preparing the well-known dish, nasi goreng. We’ll use vegetables picked from the farm and Bumbu Bali, a local spice mix, to give the fried rice an authentic Balinese flavor. Plus, it’s easy to make this fried rice vegan-friendly.
Final Treat “Dessert”
The final treat in the class is the Balinese take on Banana fritters, known as Pisang Goreng. These are slices of banana coated in flour and deep-fried to a crisp, golden-brown finish. They’re served with a topping of freshly grated coconut and drizzled with a sweet palm sugar syrup.
Eat And Enjoy Your Dishes
We will be sitting and taking the breaks to eat all the deliciously prepared food along the way!
After the class, we will drop you off to Ubud.
- Authentic Balinese Tradition: Immerse yourself in the time-honored art of VCO making, a true taste of Balinese heritage.
- Hands-On VCO Crafting: Master the traditional techniques and craft your own pure virgin coconut oil from scratch.
- Unlock Culinary Flavors with Fresh VCO: Learn to cook authentic Balinese dishes, enhancing their taste with the fresh virgin coconut oil you made.
- Take Home a Unique Balinese Souvenir: Depart with your own handcrafted virgin coconut oil – a truly special and tangible reminder of your Ubud experience.
- Support Local Communities & Sustainable Practices: Your participation directly supports local farmers and preserves traditional Balinese crafts and organic farming.
The coconut oil making workshop commences three times a day. All you have to do is ensure that you join us at the designated meeting spot. At the morning, afternoon or evening schedule, we will transfer you to our farm kitchen.
Discover the Ancient Art of VCO Making & Balinese Cooking in Ubud.
Step back in time and discover the time-honored Balinese tradition of coconut oil making. In our hands-on Ubud class, you’ll uncover the ancient techniques and sensory richness of this cherished Balinese art form.
Immerse yourself in warm Balinese hospitality on our serene organic farm. Learn and practice VCO making alongside local community members, surrounded by the peaceful and picturesque Balinese landscape – a truly authentic cultural exchange.
Your VCO & Cooking Adventure Begins: Farm Tour, Coconut Crafting & Culinary Delights.
It’s time to farm tours, coconut oil making and cook!
The Farm Tours
“The tour of the farm was informative, as the staff went in depth into the details about the organic farm. We were able to pick some of our own vegetables from the garden and learned about the various plants that they grow around the property.”
Cameron Keyser – Couples Cooking
Our farm tours offer a unique and educational experience for visitors.
Led by our knowledgeable staff, the tour takes you on a journey through our organic farm, where you will learn in-depth about our sustainable farming practices.
During the tour, you will have the opportunity to pick your own vegetables from our garden, giving you a hands-on experience of farm-to-table dining.
As you explore the property, you will also learn about the various plants that we grow, gaining a deeper understanding of the diverse ecosystem we have created.
The VCO Making
“In our three-hour class, we cover all things coconut. We learn how to tell if they’re fresh, the ways to use each part, how to open them, and make coconut milk and oil. We also discover how to use the extra for scrubbing.“
Deren – Couples Cooking
Unveiling Bali’s Coconut Heritage: Before crafting your VCO, we’ll share the rich cultural significance of coconuts in Balinese life – from their economic importance to their revered place in religious practices. Gain a deeper appreciation for this sacred ingredient.
Master the Time-Honored Balinese Method: In this workshop, you’ll focus on the classic Balinese method of transforming coconut into milk and then patiently cooking it over heat until it transforms into pure, clear virgin coconut oil – a truly authentic approach.
More Than Just Oil Making: This is a unique opportunity to connect with Bali’s rich past and experience its vibrant present through the lens of its most revered ingredient – the coconut.
The Cooking Experience
“It’s also a great experience to cook while surrounded by nature. The cooking instructor made the learning experience very light and fun, and made cooking Balinese food for the first time seem simple and easy. Overall it was a very educational experience to do in Bali.”
Marie – Family Cooking
Savor a 3-Course Balinese Feast: Together, you’ll prepare a delicious 3-course Balinese meal – appetizer, main course, and dessert – all infused with the goodness of fresh coconut. Our class structure ensures a relaxed and enjoyable culinary experience.
Culinary Creation with Your Freshly Made VCO: Now it’s time to experience the culinary magic of your freshly crafted virgin coconut oil! In our cooking class, you’ll prepare a delicious Balinese meal, using your own VCO and fresh coconut milk to enhance the authentic flavors.
Dietary Needs Welcome: Enjoy Authentic Balinese Flavors, Tailored to You.
From regular to vegan, and pescatarian to meat lovers, we cater to all food lovers seeking authentic Balinese and Indonesian flavors.
Different Diets
Different Spiciness
Best Substitutes For Food Allergies To Enjoy Without Any Worries!
Why Choose The Traditional Vco Making Plus Cooking Class?
Want a full 6-course meal?
If you want the complete market tour and 6-course menu, our Morning Balinese Cooking Class is our most popular daily experience.