Asian Cooking Class: China, Thailand, Vietnam and Korea

Discover Asian food you can recreate easily at home!


OTAO kitchen
OTAO kitchen
4.9 (969)

2 hours Location Abbotsford Class size 1 to 15 (public classes), 10 to 80   $159 (Afterpay available)

Looking for simple, flavour-packed meals you can recreate at home without spending hours in the kitchen?
Our Asian cooking class is designed for busy people who love good food and want practical skills they can use every week. In just two hours, you'll learn how to prepare a selection of fresh, healthy and delicious Asian dishes using techniques that save time without compromising flavour.
Whether you're cooking for yourself, your family or friends, this hands-on class will help you build confidence in the kitchen while discovering the secrets behind some of Asia's most popular dishes.
Enjoy a relaxed and social experience, guided by our professional chefs, before sitting down to enjoy everything you've created.
Perfect for beginners, food lovers, date nights, gifts and anyone wanting to add more flavour to their weekly cooking repertoire.
Highlights
  • Learn quick, healthy and flavourful Asian recipes
  • Discover practical cooking techniques you can use at home
  • Cook with fresh ingredients, herbs and authentic seasonings
  • Enjoy a hands-on experience in a fun and social environment
  • Small group format with personalised guidance from our chefs
  • Sit down and enjoy the dishes you've prepared
  • Includes a complimentary glass of wine, beer or soft drink
On the day
  • Your experience begins with a welcome drink and introduction to the menu.
  • Our chefs will guide you through a series of essential cooking techniques used throughout Asia, showing you how to create impressive dishes quickly and confidently.
  • Working in pairs, you'll prepare a range of dishes while learning valuable tips, shortcuts and flavour-building techniques.
  • After cooking, you'll gather around the table to enjoy the meal together and share stories, laughs and great food.
Menu
There are four menus for you to choose from and you can book one class a month or book all monthly classes. The price shown is per class per person.
Menus rotate throughout the year and may include dishes inspired by:
A Taste of China (Mar, Jul and Nov)
Discover the bold flavours, rich traditions and comforting dishes that make Chinese cuisine one of the world's most loved food cultures.
In this hands-on class, you'll explore the techniques behind a traditional Chinese hot pot feast, learning how to prepare, balance and cook a variety of fresh ingredients. From flavourful broths and sauces to the art of cooking ingredients at the right moment, you'll gain practical skills that can easily be recreated at home.
Along the way, our chefs will share tips, techniques and cultural insights that bring each dish to life. It's a relaxed and social experience that celebrates the joy of gathering around the table and sharing great food.
Leave with new skills, fresh inspiration and the confidence to create your own Chinese feast for family and friends.
A Taste of Thailand (Apr, Aug and Dec)
Thai food is all about balance - sweet, sour, salty and spicy coming together in perfect harmony.
Join us as we explore the vibrant flavours of Thailand through a hands-on cooking experience inspired by the country's bustling street food culture. You'll learn how to prepare a classic Thai stir-fry using fresh herbs, aromatic ingredients and high-heat cooking techniques that create incredible flavour in minutes.
Our chefs will guide you through every step, sharing practical tips that make Thai cooking approachable and achievable at home. Fast, fresh and packed with flavour, these are dishes you'll want to cook again and again.
Come hungry and leave inspired by one of Asia's most exciting cuisines.
A Taste of Vietnam (Jan, May and Sep)
Fresh herbs, vibrant flavours and simple techniques are at the heart of Vietnamese cooking.
In this immersive cooking class, you'll learn how to create authentic Vietnamese dishes that are light, balanced and full of character. Discover how fresh ingredients, fragrant herbs and carefully crafted sauces combine to create some of Southeast Asia's most beloved dishes.
As you cook, you'll gain practical skills and a deeper appreciation for the traditions that shape Vietnamese cuisine. From preparation to plating, every step is designed to help you recreate these dishes confidently in your own kitchen.
It's a delicious introduction to a cuisine that celebrates freshness, flavour and sharing food with others.
A Taste of Korea (Feb, Jun and Oct)
Discover why Korean cuisine has captured the attention of food lovers around the world.
In this hands-on cooking experience, you'll learn the foundations of Korean cooking through dishes that showcase the country's bold flavours, vibrant colours and communal dining culture. Explore the balance of sweet, savoury, spicy and fermented ingredients that make Korean food so distinctive and addictive.
Our chefs will guide you through essential techniques while introducing you to ingredients commonly found in Korean kitchens. You'll learn how to build flavour, prepare classic accompaniments and create dishes that are both comforting and exciting.
Whether you're already a fan of Korean food or simply curious to learn more, this class offers a fun and approachable introduction to one of Asia's most dynamic culinary traditions.

Upcoming dates for Asian Cooking Class: China, Thailand, Vietnam and Korea

Times are Melbourne time. Dates and prices as of 28 Oct 2026, 3:11pm; availability and price are confirmed live when booking on this page.

10 upcoming dates between 25 Nov 2026 and 29 Sep 2027.

  • Wed 25 Nov 2026, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 20 Jan 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 24 Feb 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 24 Mar 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 28 Apr 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 26 May 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 23 Jun 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 28 Jul 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 25 Aug 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
  • Wed 29 Sep 2027, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Knowledge required
This class is ideal for:
  • Beginner cooks
  • Busy professionals
  • Couples and friends
  • Food enthusiasts
  • Gift voucher recipients
  • Visitors to Melbourne
  • Anyone wanting to cook healthier meals at home
No previous cooking experience is required.
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum, Xmas gift or gift for couples.

Location

Otao Kitchen - 393 Victoria Street, Abbotsford VIC

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OTAO kitchen
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ABOUT US
Otao kitchen is a cooking school and event space with a mission for people to come together to cook, connect, celebrate. We believe cooking and eating should be an experience, not just a meal. We created Otao kitchen as an extension of our passions to cook, share and inspire.
EXPERT IN COOKING CLASSES
Otao kitchen was launched in Melbourne, Australia in July 2014, with the goal of celebrating the rich and varied cooking experiences of Melbourne’s immigrant multicultural communities. Its founder, Chef Ha Nguyen, originally from Hanoi shares his passion for food, instructing customers in the exotic diaspora of Asian and around the world cuisine.
WHAT WE DO BEST?
Today our guests can get inspired by cooking with our local and international chefs, listen to their cooking and travel experiences in Asia and around the world and bring some cooking and cultural tips and tricks home. With the nods at the diversity of communities within Melbourne, Otao kitchen features an array of global food experiences from Indian to Japan to Mexico and more.
In 2020 with the challenge of global Covid 19 pandemic, we set out to capture the curriculum of our hands-cooking classes and deliver it online to home cooks in Australia and across the world to guide you to cooking success and better health.
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