Cambodian cooking classes are one of the best half-day activities in Siem Reap for travellers interested in food. Several well-run schools operate in and around the city, most of which begin with a guided visit to the morning market — either Phsar Chas (Old Market) or Phsar Leu — to buy ingredients, then proceed to a cooking lesson covering three to five dishes. A typical session covers fish amok, beef lok lak, a soup such as samlor korkor, and perhaps a stir-fry; the cooking is done hands-on rather than demonstration-only.
Cooks in Tuk Tuks is one of the most consistently recommended operators, combining the market visit with cooking on charcoal stoves in a domestic setting. Cambodia Cooking Class near the Wat Bo neighbourhood is another reliable option. Sessions run from about 8am to 1pm or 3pm to 8pm, with the evening sessions covering street food and night market options as part of the ingredient sourcing. Prices range from $20 to $40 per person — entirely reasonable for a half day that is both educational and ends with a meal you cooked yourself.