# Siam Carving Academy — Full content dump for LLMs > Comprehensive plain-text index of all tours, blog posts and FAQs on https://siamcarvingacademy.com. Generated for LLM/AI crawlers (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, Gemini). Last updated: 2026-10-10. ## About Siam Carving Academy Siam Carving Academy is a family-run Thai fruit and vegetable carving school in Bangkok (P.D. Mansion, 130/1 Soi Rung Ruang, Sutthisan Road, Huai Khwang, Bangkok 10310). Master carver Laong (Wan) Hertz and her team teach half day and full day carving classes, private classes and 3 to 9 day professional certificate courses with ACF-eligible certificates, free hotel nights and a handcrafted Thai carving knife for every student. Direct booking with transparent USD pricing. Minimum age 16. Contact: info@siamcarvingacademy.com, +66 82 200 1197. ## Thai Carving Classes & Certificate Courses ### Half Day Thai Fruit & Vegetable Carving Class URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/tours/half-day-carving-class Price: from $85 USD per adult Duration: 3 hours Max participants: 15 Learn the basics of the exquisite culinary art of Thai fruit & vegetable carving with Master Carver Wan Hertz and her team in this 3-hour class. Learn the basics of Thai Fruit & Vegetable Carving (Kae Sa Lak) with internationally acclaimed Master Carver Laong (Wan) Hertz and her team. Come to our private penthouse studio overlooking Bangkok, where you will create beautiful flowers from everyday tomatoes, delicate leaves from ordinary cucumbers and other exotic plate garnishes. All tools and carving materials are provided, and every guest receives a free handcrafted Thai carving knife to take home. Unlimited snacks and beverages are served during class. Classes run 7 days a week, 09:00-12:00 and 12:30-15:30. Ages 16+. ### Full Day Thai Fruit & Vegetable Carving Class URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/tours/full-day-carving-class Price: from $160 USD per adult Duration: 6 hours Max participants: 15 A full day of artistic discovery with our internationally acclaimed master carvers, including a delicious Thai lunch and a carving knife to take home. Embark on a day of artistic discovery at the Siam Carving Academy, where internationally acclaimed Master Carver Wan Hertz and her team unveil the secrets of Thai fruit and vegetable carving. Immerse yourself in this ancient tradition, sharpen your culinary skills and enjoy a delicious home-cooked Thai lunch. You will learn traditional Thai carving patterns and floral designs to dress up your next dinner party or impress your foodie friends. Create flowers, leaves and garnishes from everyday ingredients, then bring home a Thai carving knife and keep practising. Course hours 09:00-15:30. Ages 16+. Please book at least 12 hours ahead and arrive 30 minutes before the start. ### Professional Thai Basic 3 Day Carving Course URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/tours/basic-carving-course Price: from $699 USD per adult Duration: 3 days Max participants: 15 Students learn the proper use and care of tools and the preparation of fruits & vegetables for carving over 3 days, with an ACF-eligible certificate. Students in the Basic Course learn the proper use and care of tools and the preparation of fruits and vegetables for carving, including watermelon, pumpkin, papaya, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, chilies, green peppers, radishes and onions. The course focuses on leaf and floral garnish designs for plating, arrangements, displays and cocktail presentations. Two serving vessel types are included, as well as a platter carving project. Each course is tailored to reflect the abilities and goals of every student. Course hours 09:00-15:30. A non-refundable deposit of $250 reserves your dates and is valid for one full year from the payment date; the balance can be paid before the course starts. Dates are flexible and can be changed with 30 days notice. ### Professional Thai Intermediate 3 Day Carving Course URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/tours/intermediate-carving-course Price: from $749 USD per adult Duration: 3 days Max participants: 15 Complex flower designs in squash, radish, carrot and beet, plus 6 melon centrepiece techniques and 2 serving vessel types. Intermediate students learn complex flower designs in squash, radish, carrot and beet. This level also introduces 6 centrepiece melon carving techniques as well as 2 serving vessel types. Geometric patterns and animal carving techniques are taught at the intermediate level, in addition to more elegant floral forms. As always, we tailor each course to reflect the abilities and goals of the students within it. Course hours 09:00-15:30. A non-refundable deposit of $250 is required to reserve your dates; the balance of payment is due before the course starts. Dates are flexible and can be changed with 30 days notice. ### Professional Thai Advanced 3 Day Carving Course URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/tours/advanced-carving-course Price: from $799 USD per adult Duration: 3 days Max participants: 15 Larger and more complex serving vessels, dragon, fish and bird designs, building on the patterns learned in the previous courses. Advanced students learn larger and more complex serving vessels, dragon, fish and bird designs, building upon the patterns learned in the previous courses. This level offers students the opportunity to incorporate their own personal style into the traditional forms learned so far, and more elegant floral forms can be explored at this stage. Advanced carving projects are particularly tailored to reflect and accommodate the abilities, style and goals of the students in each group. Course hours 09:00-15:30. A non-refundable deposit of $250 reserves your dates and is good for 1 full year from the payment date. Dates are flexible and can be changed with 30 days notice. ### Complete Professional Thai Master Carver Series URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/tours/thai-master-carver-series Price: from $1999 USD per adult Duration: 9 days Max participants: 15 60 hours of intensive training over 9 days taking the serious student from basic through advanced carving, with a guided Or Tor Kor market tour. Sign up for our 9 day Complete Professional Thai Master Carver Series and enjoy substantial savings by taking all three of our carving courses back to back. From delicate flowers and simple leaf designs to dramatic dragons, birds and fish in the Thai carving tradition - learn it all in this comprehensive course. This intensive 60-hour training moves the serious carving student from Basic through Advanced carving techniques in just 9 days. We recommend allowing at least 12 days for your Thailand trip so you can sightsee and relax; a rest day between courses can be arranged. Chefs, carving instructors and serious hobbyists come from all over the world for this hands-on instruction. Banana leaf folding and soap carving are available on request. A guided tour of the world-famous Or Tor Kor Market is included, where you will learn about native Thai fruits and vegetables. Class hours 09:00-15:30 every day. A $500 non-refundable deposit reserves your dates. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Q: I have no experience carving and I am a total beginner. Is this okay? Yes. The large majority of people starting with us have no carving experience at all. ### Q: What is the minimum age for classes? 16 years old. ### Q: I cannot start at the times listed on your website. Can you help me with special times? Please call or email us and we will do our best to accommodate you. ### Q: I already have carving experience and just want to learn certain things. Can you provide this? Yes. Just let us know in advance so we can get the right fruit or vegetable ready for you. ### Q: Can I get private carving lessons? When available, private lessons can be arranged. Please call or email us in advance. ### Q: Can I get a group discount? Yes. Let us know how many people are in your group and we will send you our group rates. ### Q: When must I pay for classes? At least 24 hours before the class starts if possible. ### Q: What is your refund policy? You will receive a refund with 24 hours notice before classes begin. Multi-day certificate courses require a non-refundable deposit that stays valid for one year. ### Q: How do I know if space is available? We have an automated online booking system, or you can simply contact us. ### Q: Why is the 1 day class $160 and the 3 day courses more expensive? Our 3 day courses include a professional handcrafted carving knife and cover much more - serving vessels and display centrepieces - and you receive a certificate on completion. ### Q: My English is not very good. Is this a problem? No. We have taught many students who do not speak English and it has never been a problem. ### Q: I am vegan. Can you provide vegan food for lunch? Yes, with enough advance notice - usually 24 hours is enough. Please call or email us to be sure. ### Q: Do I need to bring anything with me to class? No, everything you need is provided by us. ### Q: Are snacks and beverages available during class? Yes, unlimited snacks and beverages are provided. ### Q: Can I take videos during the class? Short videos are allowed, and we encourage students to take our online video course so nothing is forgotten. Hands-on students get special discounted rates. ### Q: Can I purchase carving knives? Yes, we can supply knives at special discounted prices. ### Q: What is the best way to get to the school? If your class starts at 09:00 we suggest taking the MRT subway on weekdays because of rush hour traffic. We are a short walk from Sutthisan MRT station. ### Q: Do you provide Wi-Fi? Yes, we have free high-speed internet access. ### Q: Are pets allowed? No, pets are not permitted in the building. ### Q: Is smoking allowed? Yes, you can smoke on our terrace. ### Q: I want sample lessons before enrolling in the online course. Is this possible? Yes, we give 2 sample lessons to try it out when you sign up. ## Travel Blog & Guides ### Thai Carving Mastery: Unleash Your Culinary Creativity URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/blog/thai-carving-mastery-unleash-your-culinary-creativity Published: 2023-10-02 Author: Siam Carving Academy Welcome to the Siam Carving Academy Blog, your gateway to the fascinating world of Thai professional fruit and vegetable carving, guided by Master Carver Wan Hertz and her team. ### Elevate Your Culinary Skills: The Secret to Thai Fruit and Vegetable Carving Masterpieces URL: https://siamcarvingacademy.com/blog/elevate-your-culinary-skills-thai-fruit-and-vegetable-carving-masterpieces Published: 2023-10-02 Author: Siam Carving Academy Discover the secrets behind stunning Thai fruit and vegetable carving masterpieces: precision techniques, culinary showpieces and the cultural role of Thai carving. ## Booking All tours can be booked directly at https://siamcarvingacademy.com — secure card payment in EUR/USD, multilingual support (English, Thai, Spanish, French, German), 5.0★ from verified guests.