I did the Dessert Making class (http://www.backstreetacademy.com/course/details/339) and it was one of my favorite experiences in Cambodia. When people think of Siem Reap they think (much like I did) Angkor Wat, and that's it. I had a day spare though and wanted to delve deeper into the social culture. Sometimes the easiest way to do that is through food, so I decided to search online for a cooking class. My translator was so friendly, a great conversationalist, she answered all my questions. My host was very welcoming, organised and so talented - I have no cooking talent, so the fact she managed to get me to make something that tasted delicious was a miracle - well done! I was so happy I got to spend time with people who were local to the area, they were so warm and fun to be around and left me with great memories. I highly recommend this course and the Siem Reap Backstreet Academy.

I did the Dessert Making class (http://www.backstreetacademy.com/course/details/339) and it was one of my favorite experiences in Cambodia. When people think of Siem Reap they think (much like I did) Angkor Wat, and that's it. I had a day spare though and wanted to delve deeper into the social c... Read more

We had a fun morning learning how to make several Cambodian desserts. Ratanak was very friendly and enthusiastic and made us feel welcome. The facilities he set up in his home were clean and professional, although it won't accommodate very large groups (we were a family a four). The sticky rice balls with toasted sesame sauce were particulary good but all of our creations were yummy. We ended with a dessert feast as our lunch (which made our kids pretty happy). My only critique would be that with four of us, there's not much to do hands on with more than two or three people. I ended up watching and taking photos while the others cooked.

We had a fun morning learning how to make several Cambodian desserts. Ratanak was very friendly and enthusiastic and made us feel welcome. The facilities he set up in his home were clean and professional, although it won't accommodate very large groups (we were a family a four). The sticky rice b... Read more

My husband and don went off to try their hand at dessert making while the girls and I did cement bag making. Booking was really easy through backstreet academy. Communication confirming booking etc was also excellent and both activities were loads if fun. Great for kids and adults.

My husband and don went off to try their hand at dessert making while the girls and I did cement bag making. Booking was really easy through backstreet academy. Communication confirming booking etc was also excellent and both activities were loads if fun. Great for kids and adults. Read more