Overview of Our Classes

We offer relaxed half-day and full-day farm cooking classes that suit both beginners and confident home cooks. Every experience is hands-on, grounded in Balinese spice traditions, and set in a peaceful rural setting just outside Ubud.

You can explore all of our Balinese cooking classes in Ubud and choose the time and menu that fit your trip.

Taman Dukuh Cooking School White shuttle bus

Pick-Up and Welcome

Your day starts with a warm Balinese greeting and an easy pick-up from Ubud. Our driver meets you at a designated meeting point, then you travel together to the farm in a comfortable vehicle. On the way, you meet your small group, chat about your travels, and watch the city fade into rice fields and village life on the road to Taman Dukuh.

Our expert chef explaining spices at the market during the Morning Bali Cooking Class in Ubud.

Visit a Local Market (for morning class only)

Before reaching the farm, we visit a local market outside central Ubud where Balinese families shop every day. Your instructor shows you different types of rice, fresh coconut, and key ingredients used in Balinese spice pastes and sauces. You can take photos, try local snacks, and observe daily life. It is your first taste of authentic Bali, far from the typical tourist stops.

Organic Farm Tour at Taman Dukuh Bali Farm Cooking School

Arrival at Our Organic Farm

After the market, we arrive at Taman Dukuh, our working organic farm near Ubud. The kitchen sits among fruit trees and green gardens where we grow many of the herbs and vegetables you will cook with. We walk through the farm, explain how we plant and harvest, and show you how “farm-to-table” works in Bali. Many guests say this is a highlight of their trip.

hands-on cooking experience

Cooking Your Own Balinese Meal

In our open-air kitchen, each guest has a personal cooking station and tools. Guided by Chef Nyoman Deren and our local team, you grind fresh bumbu spice pastes, prepare dishes from our Balinese menu, and learn simple techniques you can repeat at home. The class is fully hands-on, easy to follow, and suitable for beginners and confident home cooks alike.

dinner on an organic farm

Enjoy Everything You Cook

During the class, we follow a relaxed “cooking – eating – cooking – eating” rhythm. The session is usually split into 2 or 3 rounds. This way you always enjoy the food while it is hot and fresh from the wok. Many guests say this is the best meal of their Bali trip and that they feel confident to cook these dishes at home.

the cooking is located in the middle of organic farm in ubud

Enjoy Time on the Farm

Our goal is to give you a day outside the busy tourist areas, where you can see and feel a different side of Bali. For a deeper cultural stay, you can also look at our Bali Cook & Stay program, where you live on the farm, cook, and unwind in the same peaceful setting.

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Beyond Cooking: More Bali Cultural Experiences

Many travelers pair their cooking class with another activity in Ubud to create a full day of culture.

At Taman Dukuh, we also offer Bali cultural experiences, such as:

These experiences match our cooking classes perfectly if you want to see both the flavors and the daily life of Bali in one trip.

What Makes Our Ubud Cooking Class Different

There are many cooking classes in Bali, but our guests tell us that Taman Dukuh is special for several reasons:

  • A real organic farm near Ubud
    We are not just a kitchen with a garden. Your class takes place in the middle of a working organic farm, where you can see how the ingredients grow before you cook with them.
  • Small groups with pair-up
    Every two guests share one cooking station with their own burner, wok, and tools. You get hands-on practice while enjoying the social side of cooking with a partner. You do not stand at the back and watch; you are always involved.
  • Hands-on from the first chop to the last garnish
    You make every step yourself instead of only helping with small parts. For example, you prepare spice paste, mix your own satays, and do your own vegetables.
  • Local instructors who teach from real home experience
    Our team grew up cooking these recipes in their family kitchens. They do not just follow a script. They share personal tips, cultural stories, and tasting advice. Learn more here: our cooking instructors.
  • Farm-to-table focus
    We walk the farm, pick ingredients, and cook with what is in season. You truly connect the field, the kitchen, and your plate.
  • Community and sustainability at the heart of our project
    Taman Dukuh started as a family dream to protect Balinese food traditions and support sustainable farming. Every class you join helps us support our local team and keep this heritage alive.

Join Us at Our Taman Dukuh Bali Farm Cooking School

Learn, cook, and eat in a green and friendly environment, and take home skills and memories that last long after your trip ends.

BOOK YOUR UBUD COOKING CLASS NOW

FAQs About Our Class Program

  • Is this Balinese cooking class suitable for beginners?

    Yes. Our class is beginner friendly.

    We show you each step, from chopping to mixing, and you share a station with one partner so you never feel rushed.

    Confident home cooks also enjoy learning real Balinese techniques and Base Gede on our organic farm near Ubud.

  • What is included in the Taman Dukuh farm cooking class?

    Each class usually includes:

    – Pick‑up and drop‑off in or Ubud (at designated meeting point)
    – Visit to a local market used by Balinese families
    – Guided tour of our organic farm
    – Hands‑on cooking class in our wooden and bamboo kitchen
    – All ingredients, recipes, and equipment
    – Several rounds of “cooking – eating – cooking – eating” with plenty of food

    Check details for each option here: Balinese cooking classes in Ubud.

  • Do you offer vegetarian, vegan, or gluten‑free options?

    Yes, we can adapt many dishes for:

    – Vegetarian
    – Vegan
    – Gluten‑free

    Please tell us your dietary needs and allergies when you book. We work with nuts, soy, and gluten in the kitchen, so we cannot promise a 100% allergen‑free space, but we do our best to keep you safe and comfortable.

  • Do children or families join the class?

    Families are welcome, and many guests bring children who are interested in cooking or learning about farm life.

    If you are traveling with young children, please let us know their ages when you book. We can suggest the best class time or recommend a private class or family with kids package.

  • What should I bring and what should I wear?

    We suggest:

    – Comfortable clothes that you do not mind getting a bit messy
    – Closed shoes or sandals with a back strap
    – A hat and sunscreen for the farm walk
    – A camera or phone if you like to take photos

    We provide aprons and all cooking equipment you need.

  • What happens in case of rain?

    Our cooking area is a covered wooden and bamboo pavilion, so the class can run even if it rains. The farm walk may be slightly adjusted depending on weather, but the overall experience remains the same.

    The sound of rain in the farm often makes the class feel even more cozy and special.

  • Where is the pick-up in Ubud and what time?

    We provide a free shuttle from a central meeting point in Ubud.

    Shuttle departure times:
    7:30 am
    12:30 pm
    4:00 pm

    *Please arrive 15 minutes before departure time.

    Designated meeting point:
    Dalem Puri Parking Area
    (Across from Sens Hotel, under the big Banyan tree)
    Jalan Sukma No. 1, Banjar Tebesaya, Petulu,
    Ubud, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80751

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