HANDS-ON COOKING · PRIVATE COOKING CLASSES IN INDIA
The 14 best private cooking classes in India you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and how much of it is hands-on. Number one is at the top for a reason.
Cook seven Indian dishes in a Delhi family home, learn spice techniques, and enjoy a private vegetarian or non-vegetarian meal.
“This was a lovely experience! The hosts were extremely welcoming and accommodating. They made it a fun experience, and provided all the information needed to continue cooking these recipes at home. Would highly recommend!”
Learn Rajasthani cooking in a Jodhpur family home, with hotel pickup, hands-on recipes, and a vegetarian meal for $36.24.
“Reikha and Rishi made us feel welcome in their home from our hotel pick up to drop off. It was a truly authentic Indian experience and the food was amazing and definitely something we can take back with us to Australia. Both Rishi and Rekha speak very good English.”
Learn to cook classic Rajasthani dishes in a Jodhpur family home with private instruction, hotel transfers, lunch or dinner, and tea.
“Great host. She was very friendly and patient. She taught me how to make ginger and masala tea, different types of curries and khichri. Ritesh was also brilliant and went out of his way to help me on the day. What a lovely family. I would highly recommend booking this course :)”
Learn family recipes in Jodhpur, from chai and papad to dal, paneer, curry, rice, and roti, then share a homemade meal.
“We were not sure what to expect and my husband was a little apprehensive initially. We were greeted warmly by our hosts and within minutes we felt like family. We cooked, laughed and joked the entire afternoon. The only reason we left Read more”
Learn to cook traditional Rajasthani food in a Jodhpur family home with hotel pickup, recipes, chai, and a private three-hour lesson.
“It was a wonderful evening. We were picked up in a tuk-tuk and welcomed more than warmly. Dakshika explained everything to us, and we were able to cook everything ourselves with her help. The chai made with her special recipe was the best we’ve had on our trip, and we cooked three different super delicious vegetarian dishes and baked bread. The kitchen was extremely clean and everything was beautifully arranged. Such a warm-hearted family and truly a highlight of our trip. Thank you so much — and maybe see you next time!”
Cook regional Indian dishes with Namita and her family in Bengaluru, visit a local market, then share a private homemade meal.
“We had such a wonderful afternoon cooking with Namita and her husband. They met us at our car, welcomed us into their home and together we prepared the most amazing meal. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who Read more”
Learn Tamil home cooking with Srividya in Chennai, prepare South Indian dishes, and share a family meal in a private three-hour class.
“Amazing experience to learn Indian vegan home cooking and dine at a home setting. The host, Sricidya lives in a pleasant quiet neighbourhood, and she was very nice and patient in attending to my queries ( though may have soundeRead more”
Learn Indian cooking in an Agra family home with private tuk-tuk transport, hands-on recipes, local hospitality, and honest safety advice.
“It was simple and easy Indian food to prepare at home. Quick made and friendly family”
Learn Punjabi vegetarian cooking in a Mumbai home with Shilpa, including roti, paneer makhani, dal, rice, local hospitality, and a shared meal.
“It is such a pleasure to be able to learn Punjabi thali with chef Shilpa. She is enthusiastic to share the secrets and techniques of preparation and techniques of cooking. Through out the class she explained every step in detail. She is suRead more”
Cook Tamilian family recipes with Sundarii in her Bangalore home, learn South Indian spices, and share a private homemade meal.
“Cooking with Sundarii was a memory I will treasure forever! I learned so much about using spices and traditional Indian food. Her and her husband were wonderful host. And the food was fantastic. I would 100% recommend cooking with Sundarii.”
Learn Chennai’s traditional arts, games, clothing, crafts, and cooking in a welcoming family home during this hands-on five-hour tour.
“What I loved most about this activity was being actively involved in the art, food, games, and traditions of Southern India.”
Learn authentic Bangalore cooking in a local home with hands-on instruction, a shared meal, hotel pickup, and a private four-hour experience.
“Watching the food being prepared, in a personal setting, would be good enough. But then you get to eat it! The hospitality and friendliness is part of the secret sauce. But seeing onions, spices, etc. transform into delicious Indian food was something we won’t forget!”
Learn four Rajasthani vegetarian dishes in a private Jodhpur home, with hotel pickup, expert tuition, a shared meal, and flexible booking.
“This was one of the most welcoming, informative, and tasty cooking classes I've been a part of. I went with my parents and my partner, we made 6 amazing dishes very local to Rajesthan. Our hosts were amazingly welcoming, their home and kitchen were beautiful. They were incredibly accomodating for a flight that we had in only a few hours and adjusted the class on the fly. The meal we made was one of my best meals so far in India. Thank you!”
Share a private Agra home meal, learn dal, roti, and paneer dishes, and discover Uttar Pradesh food traditions with a local host.
“Highly recommend this wonderful experience in Agra. My wife and I had a fantastic cooking demonstration with Monica and then the best food we had during our trip to India. Lunch was delicious and the conversation with Monica and her husband Sanjeev was interesting and informative. Loved this experience and it was great to enjoy a wonderful lunch.”
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