<![CDATA[The implementation of community-based tourism (CBT) in various regions still faces challenges such as limited community managerial capacity, unequal access to resources and markets, and low institutional and policy support for local communities. These conditions indicate a gap between the idealism of CBT development (das sollen) and the reality of its implementation (das sein). This study aims to analyze the role of cooking classes as a means of economic and social empowerment of communities in the context of sustainable community-based tourism. The research method uses a descriptive qualitative approach with in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation techniques. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's interactive model with triangulation of sources to ensure validity. The results show that cooking classes have a positive impact on increasing income, creating jobs, and preserving local culture through traditional culinary practices and spiritual values. In addition, these activities strengthen social cohesion, improve service skills, and enrich the tourist experience. The conclusion of the study confirms that cooking classes are an effective model of community-based tourism that can harmonize economic, social, and cultural dimensions in a sustainable manner through active community participation.]]>
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