Traditional Ger Cooking Class in Ulaanbaatar: Immersive Mongolian Culinary Experience
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Immerse yourself in Mongolian culture and cuisine with a traditional Ger cooking class in Ulaanbaatar. Learn to make buuz and homemade noodle soup while experiencing authentic Mongolian hospitality.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 2 days learn more
Highlights
  • Dari-Ekh Street - Seize the chance to visit a local’s abode and immerse yourself in authentic cultural and culinary traditions. This encounter unfolds in a conventional Ger dwelling on the outskirts of Ulaanbaatar. A Ger is a nomadic, circular tent clad in felt, serving as a habitation in Central Asia. Begzsuren, Mungunsoyombo, and their offspring will greet you with a cup of hot nettle tea, which Begzsuren gathers from a neighboring mountain.\n\nParticipate in a 1-hour culinary session with Mungunsoyombo and master the preparation of two classic Mongolian meals. Discover how to craft dishes like steamed dumplings and noodle soup with fresh produce and ancestral recipes.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Round-trip transfers from your hotel
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges included
  • Private cooking experience with host Begzsuren
  • Homecooked meal with your host Begzsuren
  • Gratuities included
  • Tea and coffee provided
Meal Options
  • Handmade noodle soup
  • Carrot salad
  • Steamed dumplings
  • Rice with raisins
Additional Information

Begzsuren will collect you from your hotel for a bona fide Mongolian cultural and culinary journey! Absorb the techniques of making buuz, a traditional Mongolian speciality of steamed dumplings, and homemade noodle soup among other delicacies.

Both Begzsuren and his spouse, Mungunsoyombo, inherited their culinary skills at a young age from their respective families. Mungunsoyombo’s knowledge on traditional food has been enriched by her background in nutritional studies, leading her to make healthier versions of the dishes. They inhabit a customary Ger house in Ulaanbaatar’s suburban area with their trio of children. A Ger house is an indigenous, minimal, relocatable, and round-shaped tent blanketed with felt, typically found as an abode in Central Asia. You’ll be warmly received by Begzsuren, Mungunsoyombo and their children with a cup of hot herbal tea made from nettles freshly picked by Begzsuren from a herb garden. Engage in this culinary session and meal at Begzsuren’s home to gain an insight into the Mongolian lifestyle, traditions and gastronomy.

  • Menu may vary depending on the season
  • If any travelers in your party have any allergies, dietary restrictions or cooking preferences please advise at time of booking
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Private, personalized experience
Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

Customer Ratings
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Laura
Apr 7, 2024
Amazing Mongolian cooking experience - Bee and Soy were absolutely delightful hosts. From the moment I stepped into their home, I was greeted with warmth and kindness. Not only did they teach me how to prepare three authentic Mongolian dishes, they also explained the history behind them, including how every part of the animal is used. It was an amazing experience that I would highly recommend to anyone seeking a deeper understanding of Mongolian cuisine and culture. Thank you for a wonderful time!
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Ian_m
Apr 2, 2024
The tastes of Mongolia... - What a beautiful, kind and humble couple Bee and Soy were! They welcomed me into their cosy gher and it was as if we were old friends right from the start. The cooking experience was interactive and immersive with conversation flowing about Mongolia and my nation Wales. We played traditional Mongolian games using the bones of different animals. I was treated to a selection of traditional Mongolian songs too! Highly recommend this authentic experience! 🇲🇳❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿
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Chelsea
Mar 11, 2024
A true cultural immersion - Bee and Soy are simply amazing hosts. From collecting us from our hotel, to showing us his local area, they were generous in sharing their culture. We learnt about the Mongolian philosophy of using the whole animal (including making games with the bones), made a delicious soup, some scrumptious dumplings, and (on request) some tasty horsures (?) - fried dumplings. So good! Bee and Soy also shared some milk vodka with us, and sang some traditional Mongolian songs. Overall it was a true cultural immersion with two people who are justly very proud of their culture. Thank you Bee and Soy - we thoroughly enjoyed our experience. Chelsea, Bec and Bec - Canberra, Australia
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Michikot73
Mar 9, 2024
Fun learning experience! Try it out whether or not you are interested in cooking lessons. - This experience was a lot of fun. I learned new concepts, ideas and aspects of Mongolian culture through long conversations with the host family. I recommend this cooking class, whether or not you are interested in cooking!
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Marc_m
Mar 7, 2024
Cooking With Energy - Bee and his partner were wonderful hosts and guides on my journey to learn more about Mongolia through cuisine!
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L5353zsamandam
Jan 14, 2024
The BEST part of an already incredible country, Mongolia - This was by far the BEST time we had in Mongolia! Simply incredible! To be able to go to the Ger District and learn so much aboit Mongolian culture. Soy is a great cook. Bee truly loves what he does. We learned to cook traditional Mongolian food that we later saw in restaurants, they sang traditional Mongolian songs for us and brought tears to my eyes. And they even prepared a gift for us. I wish l could tell everyone to go to Mongolia.
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Kimix2023
Dec 20, 2023
AMAZING - Highly recommend! The host is a master of delivering local culture and traditions in food. The stories and the cooking experience were more than just the surface. The most amazing memory I made as a foodie traveler.
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Jeff_j
Oct 25, 2023
5 hours of Mongolia culture - Bee and his wife were cheerful and accomodating. This experience was exactly what we came to Mongolia for. It was 5 hours of local culture. Far more more than a cooking class, and you could tell our hosts enjoyed it as much as we did!! 5 stars!
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Jimmy_a
Oct 23, 2023
Marvellous - Great experience, we learned not only cooking but also got great insights into the culture and way of life of Mongolians. We were timely picked up from the hotel and dropped off afterwards. Customised requests were catered for and time flew by making it a great experience.
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Maddie_p
Oct 2, 2023
A Must-Do Experience - Bee and Soy created an absolutely unforgettable, amazing experience within their home! A must-do when in Mongolia! From the food to the conversation, everything was warm and welcoming. We learned so much about history, culture, food, and modern-day topics from them. #MongoliaFriend for life!
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