Kuala Lumpur · WORKSHOPS
10 tours
The good workshops & classes around the Klang Valley go first, particularly at weekends and over the school holidays. Below are the 10 best, with current prices and what makes each one different, so you can lock a date before the calendar fills.
Try on a sari at Batu Caves, paint a batik keepsake, and snack on Indian sweets plus teh tarik on this 4.5-hour KL tour.
“We visited the Batu caves today with sasi who was our guide. It was just the half day tour but it was a good experience. Sasi was super friendly and knowledgeable about the history and tour. He was very welcoming. We enjoyed it and would defo do a trip with sasi again.”
Kuala Lumpur Malaysian cooking class with wet market tour, roti canai breakfast, full menu, and recipe book. Half-day 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”
Cook Nasi Lemak and a local dessert in Kuala Lumpur with home cook Fizah, plus recipe take-home, tastings, and real Malaysian chat.
“What a fantastic experience. From the moment we booked Fizah was in touch checking what we wanted to cook. Once we arrived we were welcomed into her house and had a great couple of hours cooking and learning the Malaysian way - including all the tips passed down from her Mum. The food was so tasty when we sat down to eat. As good as anything we’ve had while staying in KL.”
A small-group cooking class in a KL-area family home with a garden tour, hands-on street food, and a meal you help make.
“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”
Private KL market walk and hands-on cooking with Patricia and Kingston, then a 3-course meal with wine or beer.
“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”
Learn traditional Malaysian batik in Kuala Lumpur with a 45-minute hands-on wax-resist class, take home your own painted cloth, and enjoy nearby café time.
“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 batik cotton bag in Kuala Lumpur with wax-resist techniques, included materials, and take-home results from myBatik in 90 minutes.
“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”
Hands-on masala cooking class in Kuala Lumpur, cooking pakora, chicken curry, kesari and masala chai at your own stove.
“This class was so informative that i feel like i could actually make these dishes at home! I learned so much about Indian/Malay spices and ways of cooking--really grateful for all the knowledge that Rene shared.”
A 3-course Malaysian cooking class in Kuala Lumpur, starting with a TTDI Wet Market tour and ending with lunch you made yourself.
“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.”
Market walk at TTDI Wet Market and a small-group cooking class in Kuala Lumpur, making char kway teow, nasi lemak, roti canai, and lunch.
“The market tour with Sally was amazing...she helped me to understand how to use lots of different traditional herbs and ingredients. Irene was a brilliant teacher and we had lots of fun cooking outside and chatting. Would definitely recommend!”
