Step into a warm and inviting home kitchen for a hands-on Indian cooking experience that immerses you in the heart of India’s culinary traditions. Learn to prepare classic dishes from scratch, including traditional chicken curry, fresh handmade rotis, and authentic Indian chai, all using wholesome ingredients and freshly ground spices. With over 30 years of cooking experience and a passion for sharing Indian culture, the host creates a relaxed atmosphere reminiscent of cooking with family. This class not only teaches traditional techniques but also shares stories about Indian food and culture, culminating in a delightful meal enjoyed together at the end. - Small-group setting for personalized attention - Learn to make chicken curry, rotis, and chai from scratch - Led by a host with over 30 years of experience in Indian cuisine - Enjoy a freshly prepared meal and cultural stories at the end
The class begins with homemade Indian chai while we discuss the spices, ingredients, and traditional techniques used in Indian home cooking. Together, guests will learn how to prepare authentic Indian chicken curry completely from scratch using fresh ingredients, onions, garlic, ginger, tomatoes, and hand-ground spices. I will guide guests step by step through the cooking process, explaining how to layer flavors and properly cook with Indian spices without using pre-made sauces or mixes. Guests will also learn how to make fresh rotis by hand, including preparing the dough, rolling the rotis, and cooking them on the stovetop. After cooking, everyone will sit down together to enjoy the freshly prepared meal in a relaxed family-style setting while sharing conversation and stories about Indian culture and food traditions.
Guests will meet at my home, where the cooking experience takes place. Detailed arrival instructions and the exact address will be provided after booking confirmation. Street parking is available.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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