Malaysia · WORKSHOPS
Every itinerary has a spare day that needs filling well. These 11 hands-on workshops are the ones to fill it with, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes.
Review of Kuala Lumpur’s Batu Caves, sari, batik workshop, Indian sweets, and teh tarik tour, with practical tips on price, timing, and value.
“We had an amazing trip! Sasi was very informative, sharing stories and history of each stop. He was funny, kind and a great tour guide! Would definitely recomend seeing the Batu caves through this tour!”
Learn nasi lemak and dessert in Fizah’s Kuala Lumpur home, with hands-on cooking, family recipes, cultural insight, and a shared meal.
“We thoroughly enjoyed Fizah’s class. It was very hands on with good explanation and instruction , making it possible to replicate the dishes at home. The food was delicious and the ambience was relaxed and comfortable. We would highly recommend this class.”
Learn Malaysian cooking, shop a Kuala Lumpur wet market, and enjoy nasi lemak, roti canai, tea, and hands-on instruction in a small group.
“This cooking experience was certainly beyond our expectations. It began with a punctual pick up from our hotel. Next came the market visit where we had breakfast and learnt of the names, smells, textures, tastes and looks of the ingredieRead more”
Learn Malaysian street food in Sara Khong’s family kitchen, tour an edible garden, cook five dishes, and share lunch near Kuala Lumpur.
“This is a true cooking class and Sara was very knowledgeable patient and attentive !! Cooking was Malaysian cuisine with herbs right from her garden. Highly recommended”
Shop a Kuala Lumpur wet market, eat local breakfast, and cook a Malaysian three-course meal in a private home kitchen.
“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”
Paint your own Malaysian batik in a friendly 45-minute Kuala Lumpur workshop, with all materials included and a handmade souvenir to take home.
“We had the most wonderful time creating our Batik designs. Emilia is an incredible artist and the kindest, warmest, and funniest person. She was extremely patient with us, taking photos and videos to help us remember this special experienRead more”
Paint a Malaysian batik bag in a private 90-minute Kuala Lumpur workshop with wax, color mixing, café access, and a handmade souvenir.
“My granddaughter and I had a wonderful experience. We came away feeling that we actually knew about this craft. The teacher had excellent equipment to assist us in experiencing all the facets of batik decorating. We enjoyed the surroundiRead more”
Cook pakora, chicken curry, Kesari, and masala chai at a hands-on Kuala Lumpur class with your own stove and recipes.
“I am beyond happy to have gotten the Chance to learn to cook authentic Indian food at this class. The instructor was so friendly, very gentle and knew answers to all of my questions. She showed me the packages of the spices and told me Read more”
Learn Sabah’s food traditions in a hands-on three-hour cooking class with local chefs, fresh ingredients, recipes, lunch, and downtown pickup.
“Auntie Winnie is very nice. She taught us how to cook step by steps and showed us where the fresh ingredients came from, which were from her lovely garden. We enjoyed the cooking class very much and also the time spent with her and her family. Highly recommended this class to everyone.”
Tour Kuala Lumpur’s TTDI market, cook a three-course Malaysian lunch, and learn family recipes with local chefs at LaZat Cooking.
“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.”
Cook Peranakan or Malay dishes with Cat in her Malacca home, then share a homemade lunch and learn the stories behind each recipe.
“Catherine is the most wonderful chef and teacher and makes you feel so welcome in her home. She is so knowledgeable about Malaysian food and culture and we thought so enriched by this experience she was generous with her time her knowledge and the deliciRead more”
From cave temples to reef islands, grouped by the shape of the day.
