India · COOKING CLASSES
Home kitchens, a market shop first, and the spice logic that makes the rest of the trip taste different. The 15 classes below are priced and honest about how much you cook versus watch.
Pink City Cooking Class in Jaipur: vegetarian recipes with Chef Dimple, farm-fresh ingredients, hands-on guidance, and take-home e-book.
“We cooked 3 delicious dishes plus Roti bread. We had the chance to do a lot by ourselves and afterwards we received the receipts. Everything was delicious and clean! Thanks for the nice evening!”
A hands-on five-course cooking class near Lajpat Nagar Metro, with lunch and drinks included, plus vegetarian and gluten-free options.
“Sonal - thank you so much for such an amazing experience. The recipes showed me that traditional food can be so easy, fresh, and so delicious. I can’t wait to cook these recipes for my family back in the US. Thank you.”
Private Delhi home cooking class for 7 dishes, veg or non-veg, spice lessons, chai or lassi, and recipes emailed. 3 hours.
“We enjoyed a great class. The hosts were very welcoming. It was delicious food. Recommended. Thank you”
Learn 6 Indian dishes in a Greater Kailash family home in New Delhi. Small group, hands-on cooking, lunch and dinner included.
“Stellar night of cooking traditional Indian food. JD and his father were so kind and lovely. He focused on spicing and techniques, glad we didn’t have to waste time chopping veggies. Our dals and pratha were fantastic. The rice pudding was delish ending.”
Cook Rajasthani dishes in Durga’s home kitchen in Udaipur, then eat your creations on the rooftop. Small groups, recipes included.
“A warm welcome followed by clear instructions on hiw to cook classic Rajasthani dishes. These turned out to be delicious even though a rank amateur (me) did the cooking. Durga and her husband Mukesh were both lovely. I would go again”
Shop Jaipur produce with Shalini, then cook classic vegetarian Rajasthani dishes at her home. Flexible lunch or dinner.
“The host is so warm, friendly and inviting. You get a real Indian family evening with her husband, children and mother in law. It’s typical Indian food- nothing special, but you learn how they make food. Highly recommend.”
Jaipur home cooking class for families, with pickup, hands-on dishes, and dinner or breakfast included, capped at 8 people.
“Really great experience. I did the yoga session beforehand and it was comfortable and pleasant and I learned a lot. Mr. Ashok's many years of experience are inspiring. Then Shanda's cooking class was also splendid and we chatted the whole time about cooking and life. The provided transportation was efficient and convenient.”
Small-group Jaipur cooking class in a local family home. Learn chapati and curry, enjoy included meals, and get recipes by email.
“Wonderful experience! The class was informative, hands on, and welcoming. We cooked in their home, which was lovely! Everything was exceptionally clean and organized for our arrival, and they made the cooking part a breeze. I would highly Read more”
Join a Udaipur home-cooking class with Rekha’s family, make vegetarian dishes, learn chai, pakoras, curries, breads, then eat together.
“Highly recommend for unique experience. We covered several easy and delicious recipes in our time together. Laxman also took photos and video through out the class so we didn’t miss anything and could focus on the cooking. He provided recipes too! We got to visit the family cows and had tea”
Cook with Rekha’s family in Udaipur: a hands-on 3-hour vegetarian class, full dinner you make yourself, plus food stories and optional henna.
“So welcoming We loved this cooking class, Rekha and her entire family are so very welcoming. We learn how to make chapati, roti, paneer, dhaal and many other dishes. It was a great balance of practice and explain, the food was delicious and afterwards we even had henna done ! Thank you Rekha !”
Shop Goubert Market, cook your chosen South Indian lunch with a pro chef at Sita Cultural Centre, then eat on banana leaves.
“We have done cooking classes before and they have all been good and the chef at each has been personable and taken time to talk about the dishes we are preparing. Manisha was very easy to talk to and a talented chef and, under heRead more”
2.5-hour Indian cooking class in a New Delhi home with JD and family. Learn spices, cook curry, rice, breads, and dessert.
“The cooking class was great! JD and his family were so welcoming and taught us so much about the best way to make curry! I would recommend this for anyone visiting Delhi!”
Mumbai 3-hour Maharashtrian cooking class with a market walk, hands-on multi-course meal, and cultural activities for up to 6 people.
“I absolutely loved this cooking class — it was one of the highlights of my trip to India. The host was incredibly warm, patient, and knowledgeable, explaining every spice and ingredient in detail. We prepared several traditional Indian dishes step by step, and it felt so personal and authentic. Everything was clean and well organized, and the food turned out absolutely delicious.”
Hands-on Tamil Brahmin cooking in Chennai with Sundari, 4-5 vegetarian dishes, banana-leaf dining, lunch or dinner, nonalcoholic drinks.
“What an amazing experience! We had an absolute outstanding time with Sundari who showed us some great Indian vegetarian cooking in her home! Additionally, we were welcome in her home and got to meet her family making the whole experience and atmosphere extremely memorable! If we are in Chennai again, we will definitely do this!”
Private South Indian vegetarian cooking class in Chennai with Meena, learn spices and recipes, then eat on banana leaves.
“We had a lovely time in this cooking class - with great conversations and amazing food! Meena asked us beforehand what we like and created a menu accordingly. We highly recommend!”
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