Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Our chef will assists you discover the special spices and herbs of Indonesia, We will cook Tumpeng yellow rice , This is dishes offerings to the god at ceremony long time ago.
Our chef will share the secrets of creating a delicious java meal with you.
You’ll start off early for a morning visit to the traditional market shopping for the many ingredients . We will give little bit briefing and give hand book and the cooking fun begins.
At lunchtime, your creations are served with more insights and reviews.
Enjoy homemade hibiscus tea or traditional wedang uwuh (eucalyptus drinks).
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
We will pick-up at your hotel, and then visit a local fresh food market to choose the ingredients for your cooking class. Select from the available vegetables, herbs, meat, and spices on display and experience a little of the local life in Yogyakarta. Next, visit a rice plantation and learn how the staple crop is cultivated and prepared. Soak up the scenic views of the surroundings. Continue to the traditional village of Bantul, where you will get a warm welcome from the locals on arrival. Take part in a half-day morning or afternoon cooking class and learn all the secrets of preparing food from JAVA, while expert chefs provide guidance and assistance. You will prepare 1 starters, 4 main courses, and 1 authentic dessert. Then, sit down to a meal and savor the delicious flavors of your creations. Visit Market Cooking class 3 hours Enjoy Your lunch or dinner
Sample Menu
starter
Martabak
Local food almost look like spring roll . ( inside with spring onion, egg and beef)
main
yellow rice
We will cook yellow rice for side dish, a lot of herb inside. We will create Yellow rice look like mountain for presentation.
main
Javanese Chicken Galanggal
We use chicken and chicken egg for main ingredient.
main
Tempe and tofu caramelize
We cook Soya bean fermentation with palm sugar and herb.
main
Gudangan ( Mix Vegetable with steam coconut greeted )
( Mix Vegetable with steam coconut greeted )
dessert
Putu ayu
Sweet cake local java with Pandan leaves and coconut greeted.
What‘s Included
Market Tour
All Ingredients
Lunch
Pick-up and drop off at hotels in Yogyakarta
English speaking teacher (Chef)
Recipe
Personal expenses
Pickup points
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Options
Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour
Pickup included
Meet Directly At Our Location
This price option does not include pickup or drop-off from your accommodation, we will meet at our location.
Duration: 3 hours: Please provide your whatsapp number on the next booking page.
Pickup included
Reviews
99 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Enjoyable and full of learning insights
Rooma S,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very pleasant and personalised experience. The pickup was on time, the market visit was enjoyable and the cooking with the chef was insightful
Awesome cooking class...
Meaghan M,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome cooking class with Arma! We cooked a few different delicious dishes and he told me a lot of stories about the history of Yogyakarta and Indonesia.
An Authentic Indonesian Cooking Experience
Trip53651984413,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The private Nasi Tumpeng cooking class at Desy’s home, in her cozy kitchen, was an amazing experience. The preparations were already done, and together we set to work making the Nasi Tumpeng. The atmosphere was relaxed, and along the way we chatted about the ingredients she used and about Indonesian traditions. I learned that Nasi Tumpeng is often prepared for special celebrations, such as weddings and festive occasions. It was a wonderful experience to create such a delicious dish using simple local ingredients. I you’re interesting in food I definitely recommend this
Food and New People! What’s not to love?
Tracy H,,Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of different cooking techniques and varied ingredients. I’ve become a tempeh lover! Desy was a patient and knowledgeable teacher. There was a lot of food! Come hungry. I would also suggest that you have WhatsApp loaded for communication purposes.
A very sweet woman, but...
Anthony V,,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00A very sweet woman, but I’m still left a bit disappointed (perhaps also due to previous cooking classes in other countries). Personally, I felt there was too little explanation, and we were sometimes not given enough room to be creative. That said, she is a very kind woman.
Amazing cooking experience with market visit
724ralfc,,Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An amazing experience starting from the shopping at the market with all necessary explanations, this by itself an activity we enjoy a lot. Then the cooking itself with a great dish and an excellent teacher, who would not cook for us but guide us through a hands-on experience. Our teacher, Desy, a gentle person who made the whole experience a pleasure for us. Highly recommended. One of our favorite activities throughout our Jogjakarta visit. Thank you so much Desy
Cooking in Yogyakarta
Marshbuttmellow 1,,Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00As my first cooking class experience in a foreign country, I must say this was an enjoyable experience and good opportunity to learn about what the locals like to eat. The class takes place in her kitchen and it is a full hands-on experience. They pick you up and drop you off which I recommend. Thanks for an educational class.
A Hidden Gem — A Wonderful Private Cooking Experience with Desy!
GentlePinguin,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had an absolutely wonderful experience with this cooking course! It was held privately in Desy’s home kitchen, which made it feel warm, personal, and relaxed — just like cooking with a friend. Desy was an amazing instructor — knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about what she does. She made every step easy to follow, and I learned so many new techniques and tips that I can’t wait to use at home. The location was a little hard to find at first, but once I arrived, it was absolutely worth it. The cozy atmosphere, delicious food, and personal touch made it a truly memorable experience. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking for a fun, hands-on, and personalized cooking experience with Desy!
Cant pass up this great experience with a wounderfull host
jamesvL8240NN,,Sep 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a fantastic experience. The host were fantastic it started out quiet but by the end of the night we made lots of new friends and had a great time ... And of course we're so full by the time we left
So much more than just a cooking class
675meln,,Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend! My husband and I were visiting Yogyakarta for a couple days and found this tour listing. Widi picked us up from our hotel and gave us some background on the culture and history of the area, answering some of the questions we had after visiting local landmarks. We were warmly welcomed into Desi’s home for the cooking class. Desi explained the ingredients, the meaning behind the dishes, and accommodated my husband’s dietary restriction. All the food was delicious and would definitely make again at home. Desi and Widi both had a good sense of humor and made the outing even better than anticipated. Lovely home, lovely people, and delicious food, would recommend to anyone visiting the area.
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