Lombok Sasak Cooking Class in Bonjeruk Village | with Lunch | EastXperience
Direct Local Operator · No Middleman Bonjeruk Village · Central Lombok · English-speaking host · lunch included +62 811 3424 73
New for 2026 · Community tourism 🍲 Authentic Sasak recipes ⏱️ ~4 hours · lunch included 📍 Bonjeruk Village · Central Lombok

The taste of Lombok,
cooked by
your own hands.

A half-day in Bonjeruk village, Central Lombok — grind spices by hand, cook traditional Sasak dishes alongside local families, then share the feast you made together. Real village kitchens, real hospitality, real flavor.

From IDR 750,000 · ~$46 USD per person · welcome drink, ingredients & lunch included
A herbal welcome drink, all ingredients, recipes & a village lunch — included.

Typical response under 8 minutes · EN / ID

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~4 hrs
Half-day class
6+ dishes
Hands-on
Bonjeruk
Sasak village
⚡ 8 min
Avg response
The class

From welcome drink to shared feast.

A relaxed half-day, guided every step by your village hosts.

arrive
Welcome Drink
Traditional herbal brew
learn
Spices & Herbs
Grind by hand
cook
6+ Sasak Dishes
With local families
feast
Village Lunch
Eat what you made
share
Stories
With your hosts
Why this experience matters

Not a cooking studio. A village kitchen.

Bonjeruk is a real Sasak community in Central Lombok — and you cook the way they actually do, every day.

Real village, real kitchen

Tropical greenery & open fires.

No stainless studio. You cook in traditional kitchens surrounded by the calm of rural Lombok and the warmth of the community.

Recipes across generations

Family secrets, by hand.

Grind spice pastes on stone, prep with traditional tools, and learn techniques passed down through Sasak families.

Food that gives back

Community-based tourism.

This experience directly supports Bonjeruk's families and cultural preservation — your seat at the table sustains the village.

What makes it different

Booked direct. Cooked for real.

A genuine cultural exchange — not a tourist demo with a buffet at the end.

I · Authentic

Cook with villagers

Side by side with local hosts in a real Sasak home, not a staged kitchen show.

II · Hands-on

Grind, prep, cook

Manual spice grinding, traditional tools and 6+ dishes you make from scratch.

III · Direct

Straight from the operator

Booked directly — no platform call centre, no markup between you and the team.

IV · Meaningful

Supports the village

A community contribution is included; your visit helps preserve Sasak food culture.

Photo story

A morning in Bonjeruk, told in frames.

Traditional Sasak cooking in a Lombok village
Cooking in the village kitchen
Fresh local Sasak ingredients and spices
Fresh local spices & herbs
Hands-on Sasak cooking class
Hands-on, every step
Village-style Sasak lunch
The lunch you cooked
On the menu

What you'll cook & eat.

A spread of beloved Sasak home dishes — the exact menu shifts with the season's freshest ingredients.

Menu varies with seasonal availability. Tell us about allergies or dietary needs in advance and we'll adapt.

How the day flows

About four hours, start to feast.

Flexible start times — we confirm yours when you book.

Half day · Bonjeruk Village
Sasak cooking class + village lunch
~4 hours · all levels welcome
Culinary
Welcome
Arrival & herbal drink
A warm traditional welcome drink and a hello from your village hosts.
Spices
Meet the ingredients
Explore the herbs, spices and pastes at the heart of Sasak cooking — and grind them by hand.
Cook
Hands-on cooking
Prepare 6+ traditional dishes with local families using authentic tools and techniques.
Feast
Village-style lunch
Sit down together and enjoy everything you cooked, with stories from your hosts.
Take home
Recipes & farewell
Leave with the recipes — and the know-how to cook Lombok at home.

A community-based experience in a traditional village — simple, authentic facilities (not fully wheelchair accessible). Optional hotel pickup available for selected areas.

~4 hrs
duration
6+
dishes you cook
lunch included
all levels
beginners welcome
Honest pricing

One village table. The direct rate.

Book straight from the operator — and directly support the Bonjeruk community.

Join the Class

Shared small-group session. Great for solo travellers, couples and friends.

IDR 750,000
per person · ~$46 USD
  • Local cooking instructor & host family
  • Traditional herbal welcome drink
  • All ingredients & cooking equipment
  • Village-style lunch + mineral water
  • Recipe info + village contribution
Book the Class
Book direct, taste the difference. The same class lists on GetYourGuide from around US$46–49. Booking direct keeps it flexible and sends more of your money straight to the Bonjeruk community.
Direct vs. OTA

Same kitchen. Smarter booking.

What you actually get★ EastXperience DirectGetYourGuide · OTA
Price per personIDR 750,000 (~$46)~US$46–49
Cook with real villagersYesYes
Custom & private datesYesFixed slots
Direct WhatsApp to the teamYesCall centre
Dietary needs & allergiesTell us, we adaptStandard menu
More money to the villageYesPlatform fee on top
A new experience

Be among the first to cook in Bonjeruk.

"Some of the best meals in Lombok aren't in restaurants — they're in village kitchens. This class opens that door, and your seat helps keep the tradition alive."

A brand-new community experience by EastXperience · launching 2026
Questions, answered

The things every traveller asks.

Do I need any cooking experience?
None at all. The class is designed for all levels and complete beginners — your local hosts guide you through every step, from grinding spices to plating up.
Where is it, and can you pick me up?
It takes place in Bonjeruk Tourism Village, Central Lombok. Optional hotel pickup and drop-off is available for selected areas — share your hotel when you book and we'll confirm. Please be ready in the lobby ~10 minutes before pickup.
How long does it take?
About 4 hours, including the herbal welcome, the hands-on cooking session, and the village lunch you prepare together.
What will we cook? Vegetarian / allergies?
Traditional Sasak dishes such as Nasi Goreng Sasak, Sate Kuncung, Pepes Jamur, Urap Timun, Tempe Mendhoan and Pisang Goreng. The menu shifts with seasonal ingredients. Tell us about allergies or dietary needs in advance and we'll adapt where we can.
What's included?
A local cooking instructor, a traditional herbal welcome drink, all ingredients and equipment, mineral water, recipe information, the lunch you cook, and a village contribution. Transport to/from the village, tips and travel insurance aren't included.
What should I bring & know?
Bring a camera and comfortable clothes. It's a traditional village setting with simple, authentic facilities (not fully wheelchair accessible due to uneven surfaces). Children are welcome with an adult. Please don't smoke indoors.
🍲 Authentic Sasak recipes
🤝 Community-based tourism
🥗 Dietary needs welcome
🔒 Reserve now, pay later
⚡ 8-min response
Your Lombok kitchen awaits

Pull up a stool. Let's cook.

Village classes are small and personal — best booked a few days ahead. Tell us your dates and we'll hold a spot.

Check dates & book direct 💬 Message concierge

Confirmed in minutes · No platform fees