WILL MEYRICK’S CANGGU COOKING CLASS
WHAT ARE WE COOKING?
A deeper taste of the archipelago
Real dishes, rooted in memory and made by hand. From the coast of Karangasem to family kitchens in the hills, these recipes carry stories, not just flavour. You’ll prep them, cook them, and eat them the way they’re meant to be — fresh, bold, and shared.
Karangasem Prawn Curry
This one comes straight from the east — simple, coastal, and full of soul. Fresh prawns, slow-cooked in a spice paste that’s all about balance, with coconut milk tying it all together. It’s the kind of curry you find in small kitchens near the sea, where no one measures, but everything tastes right.
Chicken or Duck Satay Lilit
This isn’t your standard satay. Lilit means to wrap — and here, we’re binding spiced minced meat around lemongrass or bamboo, then grilling it over fire. Whether you go with duck or chicken, the base is the same: herbs, coconut, and a spice paste that pulls everything together. It’s street food, temple food, and home food — all rolled into one.
Balinese Lawar
A dish that speaks of the land — young vegetables, grated coconut, and spices mixed by hand. It’s made fresh, eaten fast, and always rooted in ceremony. You’ll feel the texture, smell the earthiness, and understand why it’s more than just a side on a Balinese table.
Sambals
Sambal isn’t just something on the side — it’s the heartbeat of the meal. You’ll make three: sambal matah, raw and vibrant with lemongrass and shallots; sambal belacan, deep and smoky from toasted shrimp paste; and sambel kecap manis, sweet, sticky, and cut with just enough chili. Each one is mixed by hand, matched to the dishes, and made to be part of every bite.
NUSANTARA COOKING CLASS
A deeper taste of the archipelago
MONDAY TO FRIDAY | MORNING OR AFTERNOON
Some dishes stay with you — not because they’re fancy, but because they carry something honest. This class is about those dishes. You’ll cook six recipes drawn from across the islands, using techniques that haven’t changed in generations. It’s personal, it’s hands-on, and you’ll leave with more than just a full stomach.
Price: IDR 1.300K / person
Minimum 2 people – private group only
What You’ll Cook
Pork meat satay
Karangasem prawn curry
Balinese lawar
Sambal belacan
Sambal matah
Sambal kecap manis
The Program
🕙 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM – You’ll arrive at our garden kitchen in Canggu, greeted with a welcome drink and a short walk through the garden where we source some of our ingredients.
🔪 Prep Time – We roll up sleeves and get to work. You’ll make everything from scratch — spice pastes, marinades, and sambals — using traditional tools and techniques. This isn’t a watch-and-learn session; you’re doing the chopping, the pounding, and the tasting.
🔥 Cooking Session – With everything prepped, we move to the fire. Each dish is cooked step by step, with stories and shortcuts that don’t show up in cookbooks.
🍽️ Sit Down Meal – After all that effort, we sit together and eat. It’s a proper meal, not just a tasting. And it’s all yours.
🚐 Return Transfer – Once you’ve had your fill, we’ll arrange your drop-off back to Seminyak, Canggu, Brawa or Pererenan.
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BALINESE COOKING CLASS
The staples, done right
MONDAY TO FRIDAY | MORNING OR AFTERNOON
It’s an easy-going class, but full of depth. The goal isn’t to perfect every cut — it’s to understand the rhythm of Balinese cooking, one step at a time.
Price: IDR 900K / person
Minimum 2 people – private group only
What You’ll Cook
Chicken satay Lilit
Karangasem prawn curry
Balinese lawar
Sambal matah
Sambal kecap manis
The Program
🕙 10:00 AM or 3:00 PM – We welcome you into our kitchen in Canggu with a fresh drink, then take a walk through the garden to talk ingredients — where they come from, what they’re used for, and how they set the tone.
🔪 Get Into It – You’ll start prepping straight away. From grating coconut to pounding spices, this part is hands-on and full of small details that make a big difference.
🔥 Cooking Time – Together, we move through each dish, step by step. I’ll share the small tricks and stories behind each recipe — the kind of things you only learn from doing.
🍽️ The Meal – You’ll plate everything, sit down, and enjoy what you’ve cooked. Not just a taste — a full, generous meal.
🚐 Back Home – After your meal, we’ll organise return transfer to your accommodation in Seminyak, Canggu, Brawa or Pererenan.
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COOKING CLASS WITH CYCLING
Cycle the fields, then cook what you saw
MONDAY TO FRIDAY | MORNING ONLY
After that, we head back to Canggu for a full cooking class. You’ll prep, cook, and eat with a new kind of connection to what’s on your plate. The ride sets the tone — the kitchen brings it home.
Price: IDR 1.800K / person
Minimum 2 people – Maximum 4 – Private group only
What You’ll Cook
Chicken satay lilit
Karangasem prawn curry
Balinese lawar
Sambal matah
Sambal kecap manis
The Program
🚐 6:30 AM Pick-Up – We collect you from your villa and head north to Tabanan — about a 30-minute drive from Canggu.
🚴♂️ Cycling Tour – You’ll ride through rice fields and local villages with a guide who knows the land. We stop for a quick temple visit, grab an early market breakfast, and take in the rhythm of the morning.
☕ Local Coffee Break – Somewhere along the way, we’ll stop for a strong local brew — the kind of coffee that doesn’t ask questions.
🚐 Transfer to the Kitchen – After the ride, we return to our Canggu kitchen for the cooking session.
🔪 Cooking Session – You’ll dive into the same menu as our Balinese class, this time with the morning’s journey still fresh in your mind. It hits different when you’ve seen where the food begins.
🍽️ Shared Meal – We eat together, no rush. Full plates, full circle.
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IN-VILLA COOKING CLASS
We bring the kitchen to you
MONDAY TO FRIDAY | MORNING OR AFTERNOON
It’s the same quality and depth as our garden classes, just more private — and a little more personal. Perfect for families, groups of friends, or anyone who prefers to keep it close.
Price: IDR 4.500K total for up to 4 people
Additional guests: IDR 700K / person, depending on your villa’s space
What You’ll Cook
Pork meat satay or chicken satay lilit
Karangasem prawn curry
Balinese lawar
Sambal belacan
Sambal matah
Sambal kecap manis
The Program
🕚 11:00 AM or 3:30 PM – Our team arrives about two hours before class to set up your cooking station and dining area.
🍃 Your Space, Our Setup – We use your villa’s wash basin and kitchen water source, but we bring everything else — ingredients, tools, and our team.
🔪 Cooking Session – Just like our other classes, you’ll prep and cook each dish by hand. We move through the recipes together, sharing techniques, stories, and local insights along the way.
🍽️ Shared Meal – We plate up and set your dining table. Then it’s time to eat — a proper lunch or dinner made by you, for you.
🧼 Clean Up & Wrap – We handle the rest so you can sit back and enjoy your space.
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TERMS & CONDITIONS
NUSANTARA & BALINESE COOKING CLASSES
• Classes run Monday to Friday only
• Available as Morning Class (10:00 AM) or Afternoon Class (3:00 PM)
• Minimum 2 people per booking – private group only
• Maximum 10 people total (2 guests per cooking station)
• 50% deposit required to confirm, minimum 48 hours before the class
• Vegetarian and shellfish-free options available with 48 hours’ notice
Prices include:
– Welcome drink
– Garden tour
– Ingredients and hands-on cooking
– Gastronomic lunch or dinner
– Free-flow drinking water
– Fee for chef and kitchen assistant
– Return transfer from Seminyak, Brawa, Canggu & Pererenan areas
Excludes alcohol (available on request, 24h notice)
• Additional transport charges may apply for other areas
COOKING CLASSES WITH CYCLING
• Runs Monday to Friday only — Morning program only
• Pick-up at 6:30 AM from your villa (Seminyak, Canggu, Brawa, Pererenan)
• Minimum 2 people – Maximum 4 people – private group only
• Basic cycling skill required for all participants
• 50% deposit required to confirm, minimum 48 hours before the class
• Vegetarian and shellfish-free options available with 48 hours’ notice
Prices include:
– MTB bicycles and helmets
– Local tour guide
– Early Balinese coffee or tea
– Temple visit
– Market breakfast
– Transfer to Canggu kitchen
– Welcome drink
– Ingredients and hands-on cooking
– Gastronomic lunch
– Free-flow drinking water
– Chef and assistant
Excludes:
– Alcohol (available on request, 24h notice)
– Transport surcharge if outside covered areas
IN-VILLA COOKING CLASSES
• Classes run Monday to Friday only
• Available as Morning Class (starts at 11:00 AM) or Afternoon Class (starts at 3:30 PM)
• We require access to the villa 2 hours before class to set up
Requires:
– Suitable space for cooking and dining
– Access to villa wash basin and water supply
– Written approval from villa/residence management
– 50% deposit required to confirm, minimum 48 hours before the class
– Vegetarian and shellfish-free options available with 48 hours’ notice
Prices include:
– Ingredients and hands-on cooking
– Gastronomic lunch or dinner
– Chef and kitchen assistant
– Dining table setup using villa’s facilities
Excludes:
– Mineral water
– Any fees charged by your villa management
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