Siem Reap Cooking Classes

Karavansara Retreat and Residences

Siem Reap, Cambodia

23 July 2011

At the Karavansara Retreat and Residences many of our guests would like to try the hand at Khmer cooking. Below is a small introduction and blog from our Executive Chef Bunna.

Some guide books say that Cambodia's cuisine is nothing to write home about and a poorer cousin to Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. Whoever wrote this has obviously never eaten traditional Khmer cuisine. A thousand years ago the Khmer Kingdom, which centered on Angkor, ruled an empire that included most of south-east Asia. Hence, many of the Thai and other regional dishes have their roots in Khmer cooking from that time.

While there are similarities, Cambodian cuisine should be taken in its own right. Khmer recipes go back to the days before the introduction of the chili, so are consequently much milder than most Asian food.

In our cooking lesson the guests learn how to prepare traditional, delicious Khmer dishes under the guidance of expert chef Bunna who is friendly and experienced English speaking chef with global experience.

He will take you to the market, explain everything about Cambodian vegetables, herbs, spices and other ingredients and teach you the art of Khmer Cuisine.

Moreover, he has a good sense of humor and will make your day of cooking a fun experience!

Hands-on

Hands-on action in our cooking school.  You will explore traditional methods of food preparation, particularly the use of mortar and pestle to pound and grind herbs and spices to enhance their flavors and nutrition.

You'll make everything from scratch with the freshest ingredients.

Every participated can practice by own while after Chef demonstrates and troubleshoots.

Not only will you prepare delicious meals, but you'll have a great time as well. Have fun, learn, relax and enjoy eating your owned cooking dishes.

The Karavarsara Retreat and Residence is perfect for that romantic weekend away or a cultural trip with the family.  We offer both classic hotel rooms and a full service apartments to meet your vacation needs.