Thailand Gastronomy Network Experiences: Trat Edition
Where Every Flavor Tells a Story
Welcome to Trat, a coastal province in eastern Thailand where flavours are crafted by hand, memory, and love. Here, every recipe is a story passed down through generations, and every meal is an invitation to savour heritage.
You’re invited to slow down, connect, and create flavourful memories through immersive, hands-on experiences.
This is a story you’ll write with your hands, your senses, and your heart.
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Hosted In AANA Resort & Ban Ta Kluea Village, Koh Chang
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Curated by the #Gastronomad team in collaboration with Out Travel Thailand, where every detail connects you to place, people, and palate
Crafting Your Own Afternoon Tea
Glide through the emerald-green canals of Klong Prao aboard a traditional wooden boat, where time slows and your senses awaken. The breeze carries the scent of blooming lotus, the water laps softly against the sides – and in your hands, a handcrafted herbal tea set.
Choose from fragrant lotus or rose tea, each thoughtfully paired with rare local sweets – recipes lovingly preserved by generations of Trat’s grandmothers.
Every tea set comes with a story card, connecting you to the heritage of the flavours and the people who created them. Whether you’re sharing the moment with someone special or simply treating yourself, this tranquil ritual becomes a memory to hold close.
Highlights
- Afternoon tea served aboard a traditional wooden boat
- Herbal tea options: Lotus or Rose
- Paired with rare Trat sweets, crafted from heirloom recipes
- Includes a digital pairing guide + printable story card
Info & Pricing
Date
Available year-round
Time
10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Price
฿1,499 per set (for 2 people)
Location
AANA Resort & Ban Ta Kluea Village, Koh Chang
Note
This experience is designed for slow travel lovers and curated exclusively by Out Travel Thailand.
Cooking the Trat Way
Hands-on. Local. Creative.
Step into an open-air seaside kitchen and discover how Trat locals bring flavour to life. Guided by community hosts, you’ll gather fresh herbs, vegetables, and ingredients sourced from the surrounding land, then cook a seasonal dish inspired by the traditions of the region.
This is more than a recipe – it’s Ros Mue Trat (the “taste of the hand”), where cooking becomes an expression of memory, culture, and creativity. By the end, you’ll have crafted your very own dish and tasted the spirit of Trat with every bite.
Highlights
- Hands-on seaside cooking class with local hosts
- Seasonal ingredients, freshly sourced from the area
- Learn the art of Ros Mue Trat traditions
- Includes a digital recipe guide + printable story card
Info & Pricing
Date
Available year-round
Time
11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Price
฿999 per set (for 2 people)
Location
AANA Resort & Ban Ta Kluea Village, Koh Chang
Note
Experience crafted and curated exclusively by Out Travel Thailand
Mixing Traditions at the Open Bar
Craft Your Own Cocktails with a Local Twist
Step into Trat’s flavour laboratory and let your creativity flow. Guided by expert hosts, you’ll design three signature cocktails using local liquors, herbs, fruits, and spices—each glass telling its own story of the region.
To complement your creations, pair every drink with a Thai-style canapé, carefully matched to highlight the flavours you’ve stirred, shaken, or built. With tips on flavour pairing and presentation, you’ll leave not only with recipes but also with skills to impress at your next gathering.
Highlights
- Create three signature cocktails with local ingredients
- Pair each drink with a creative Thai-style canapé
- Flavour-pairing guidance from local hosts
- Includes a digital pairing guide + printable story card
Info & Pricing
Date
Available year-round
Time
12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Price
฿599 per person
Location
AANA Resort & Ban Ta Kluea Village, Koh Chang
Note
Non-alcoholic/mocktail versions available upon request
A Feast to Remember
You’ve heard of Thai food—but have you tasted Trat?
This full-course dinner is the heart of Beyond the Plate: Trat Edition, offering a rare chance to discover the lesser-known flavours of Thailand’s eastern coast. Inspired by the home-cooked meals of Trat’s mothers, each dish is guided by the season, local wisdom, and a deep sense of place.
Expect surprising ingredients, time-honoured techniques, and flavour combinations found only in this region – far from the familiar dishes of Bangkok or Chiang Mai.
Every bite tells a story of wind, rain, harvest, and memory. It’s not just dinner. It’s a cultural awakening on a plate.
Info & Pricing
Date
You’re welcome to book this activity any time of the year
Time start
5:00 p.m
Time end
8:00 p.m
Price
Set for 2: ฿2,999
Location
AANA Resort & Baan Ta Kluea
Note
Includes digital pairing guide + printable story card
