Why book with Traveling Spoon?

100% Customizable

Specify menu requests or create an allergy-friendly menu. Plan your celebration or special event

Private + small group

95% of our experiences are private, the remainder are small, intimate groups

100% Personally vetted

All of our hosts are personally vetted to ensure the safest, highest quality experiences

Experience meaningful cultural exchange

with locals around the world

Memories to last a lifetime

Over 4,000 5-star reviews
December 10, 2025
"...We enjoyed learning...the best part was enjoying the meal together outside and chatting about Mexican culture and our travels. Everything was delicious and capped off with Geraldine's extraordinary flan."
2connie hosted by Mariana and Geraldine in Mexico City
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December 10, 2025
"...my husband and I learned so many valuable cooking skills and techniques...The food was AMAZING and we are still dreaming about how great it was. We definitely recommend this experience with the market tour."
Richa_M hosted by Manuel in Puerto Vallarta
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December 14, 2025
"This is a must do experience in Chennai. I was welcomed with my host with her hospitality. It was a very relaxing environment ...The food was fantastic and got to enjoy great conversations."
kgordon hosted by Meena in Chennai
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December 14, 2025
"... she welcomed us into her home with such warmth that we instantly felt comfortable...She is truly a special lady—I only wish I had done this class sooner!...This class was one of the highlights of our trip to Mexico City..."
70osmar hosted by Lucia in Mexico City
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December 14, 2025
"It was the BEST! From start to finish Aoy made us feel so welcome.The market was an incredible place and was so beautiful...Off we went to her down river restaurant in a small boat...Delish and beautifully set! A perfect day all around"
terryoco hosted by Aoy (Floating Market) in Bangkok
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Choose from unique experiences with our hosts

or pick a combination!

In-Home Meal
1.5 - 2 hrs
Market Tour
1 - 2 hrs
Food Tour
1.5 - 2 hrs

We also offer:

Cooking Experience
Meal + Market Tour
Meal + Cooking Experience + Market Tour

100% of hosts are

personally vetted

We find the best home cooks around the world so you can immerse yourself in meaningful food experiences and cultural traditions passed down through generations. Connect with local culture through food. Visit a grandmother in her kitchen in India and learn how to make crisp dosas or spend time on a farm in Northern Thailand and grind curry pastes, and experience how local people live.

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