About Parawan
I'm Parawan, and I teach hands-on Thai cooking classes at my home in Sairee Village, Koh Tao. I love sharing Thai food culture and helping guests learn authentic techniques they can use in their own kitchens.
From Kalasin to Koh Tao
I'm originally from Kalasin in northeast Thailand. I later studied and worked in Bangkok before moving to Koh Tao with my family.
I opened my own Thai cooking school to do something I truly love. Over the years, feedback from students visiting from around the world has helped me develop my teaching approach.
Authentic Thai Cooking You Can Recreate at Home
My classes are relaxed, hands-on and beginner-friendly. Rather than simply following a recipe, you'll learn how Thai food works: balancing sweet, sour, salty and spicy flavours, tasting as you cook and understanding the ingredients.
Many guests want to recreate their favourite dishes after returning home, where Thai ingredients may be harder to find. That's why I explain which ingredients are essential, which can be substituted and how to adapt a recipe while keeping authentic Thai flavours.
My Rooftop Cooking School in Sairee Village
I converted the roof space of my house into a purpose-built cooking school. The open layout gives everyone room to prepare ingredients and cook comfortably, with their own preparation area and cooking station.
Small classes let me demonstrate each step clearly before you try it yourself. I offer group classes, private classes and online lessons. You can explore the dishes on my class menu.
My Love of Muay Thai and Koh Tao
When I'm not teaching Thai cooking, another of my passions is Muay Thai, Thailand's traditional martial art.
I'm also part of the fight-night atmosphere on Koh Tao, working as the English-language announcer between rounds at Koh Tao Boxing Stadium in Sairee.
The stadium is also home to Koh Tao Muay Thai, where visitors can experience another important part of Thai culture.
I love being involved in our local community and sharing different sides of Thai culture with visitors to Koh Tao, whether that's through traditional Thai food or the excitement of a Muay Thai fight night!
Planning Your Visit to Koh Tao?
There's plenty to discover on Koh Tao beyond its beautiful beaches. For more ideas on local attractions, activities and travel planning, explore the KAYAK Koh Tao Travel Guide.