Delhi: Luxury Indian Cooking Class with Market Tour
ID: GYG1093007-1678437
Category:
Country: India
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Dive into the world of Indian home cooking in Delhi. Explore a bustling market, learn to craft a complete Indian meal, and enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner in a luxury setting.
Discover the soul of India through its cuisine with a luxury, same-day cooking class in Delhi. This immersive experience is designed for the traveler seeking a deeper connection than a standard meal can provide.
Your journey begins with a curated tour of a bustling local market (mandi). Led by an expert guide, you’ll engage all your senses: inhale the scent of fresh coriander and ginger, feel the texture of ripe produce, and learn to identify premium spices like saffron and cardamom. This is where your culinary story begins.
Next, retreat to an elegant private setting—a restored heritage haveli or a chef’s studio—your sanctuary from the city's energy. Welcome drinks, like spiced chai or mint-infused nimbu pani, help you settle in before the hands-on class begins.
Don your apron and gather at a pristine workstation for an intimate, personalized session. Under expert guidance, craft a complete Indian meal from scratch. Grind whole spices with a mortar and pestle, mix marinades, knead dough for soft naan, and simmer sauces to perfection. The curated menu may include mastering creamy Butter Chicken, a delicate Biryani, or a complex Paneer Makhani, alongside sides like flaky parathas, zesty chutney, and a traditional dessert like gulab jamun.
This is more than cooking; it's a cultural dialogue. Your host shares stories behind the dishes—family secrets, regional variations, and food’s role in Indian life.
The grand finale is a feast of your creations, paired with fine wines or artisan beverages. Conclude your experience by receiving a beautiful recipe booklet, allowing you to recreate the magic at home. You’ll leave with new skills, cherished memories, and the authentic taste of Delhi.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Indian home cooking in Delhi
- Explore a bustling market and learn to identify quality spices and ingredients
- Enjoy a hands-on cooking class in a luxury home kitchen or chef’s studio
- Learn to craft a complete Indian meal from scratch with expert guidance
- Take home a beautifully illustrated recipe booklet to recreate the magic
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The class is intimate for personalized attention
You will learn to cook a complete Indian meal from scratch
The experience includes a cultural dialogue about Indian cuisine
INCLUDED
- Market tour
- Cooking class
- Expert chef guidance
- Ingredients
- Recipe booklet
- Meal with wine or non-alcoholic pairings
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation to the meeting point
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.