GAI TOM KA
chicken coconut cream & galangal soup

TOD MAN KHAO POD
sweetcorn cakes with fresh cucumber pickle sauce

TOD MAN PLA GUNG
hot spicy fish & prawn cakes with a cucumber & shallot dressing

KANG KHEAW WAN KUNG
a green curry of prawns & aubergine with sweet basil leaves

YUM NUA
hot sour barbecued beef salad with fresh herbs & chilli lime dressing

PHAD THAI
fried rice noodles with prawns, crabmeat, egg, tofu &
spicy radish, lime, bean sprouts & peanuts

LAAD NA
noodles with beef and black bean sauce

KHAO NIAW MA MUANG
sweet sticky rice with mango &. coconut milk

GLUAI TOD
fried bananas with sesame seeds
 

La Cacciata
Koh Samui Island,Southern Thailand


The stunning view

The white sandy beaches, swaying coconut trees and turquoise waters fulfil the criteria for most paradise seekers, but beyond this there is a rich culture and way of life accessible for those who are willing to add an extra dimension to a beach holiday. While there is much fresh fish and seafood, the local cuisine of the South reflects the influence of the Malay immigrants who first populated these shores bringing many of the exotic vegetables, spices, and herbs that make up the basis of Thai cuisine.

Our chosen location Laem Set Inn is situated on the southern tip of the island away from the tourists. The combination of wooden Thai bungalows, air conditioned rooms and suites amongst the palm trees creates a small tropical village atmosphere.

Each one has its own balcony and view of the sea.

The whole place has a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere and is a perfect place to dive and snorkle on the beautiful coral reef, sunbathe and swim, or explore the local islands by boat.

 

Classes will take place in the shaded cookery course kitchen which has been especially designed for us and will involve hands on cooking and presentation of Thai food, along with talks and demonstrations on various special ingredients used to make this fresh, delicious and healthy cuisine. Included in the week will be a visit to the local tropical fruit, vegetable and fish market of Nathon and lunch in a traditional Thai restaurant.

We will ensure that you will return having a better understanding of the mysteries of Thai cooking and able to create wonderful and exotic dishes at home.

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We are adding to our week in Koh Samui an optional three day trip to Bangkok. We have put together a special tour of the spectacular food markets, and the best restaurants, silk, jewellery, cutlery, Thai handicraft and furniture shops. You will be staying at the five star Peninsula Hotel, where each room has a wonderful view overlooking Bangkok and the river.

Below is a sample schedule of your week's stay

DAY 1
Bottles
arrival at Laem Set Inn,welcome drinks & cocktails, dinner
DAY 2
introduction to Thai ingredients, class, lunch, afternoon leisure, class, drinks and dinner
DAY 3
talk on Thai herbs and spices, class, lunch, afternoon at leisure, drinks and dinner
DAY 4
trip to local food markets, back home for swim, lunch out at local restaurant, class, drinks and dinner
DAY 5
class, lunch, afternoon at leisure, class, drinks and dinner
DAY 6
boat trip to outlying islands for picnic lunch, afternoon at leisure, swimming, snorkling, drinks and dinner
DAY 7
talk on Thai desserts, class, lunch, afternoon at leisure, class, drinks and dinner
DAY 8
departure

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