INDIA COOKING CLASSES

Cooking Classes in India: the 15 Best

59 classes  ·  from $13 a head

Masala ground in front of you, bread cooked on a bare flame, and a family kitchen that feeds you far too much. The 15 below cover Delhi, Jaipur and Mumbai, with the vegetarian and non-vegetarian splits noted.

Pink City Cooking Class - Eating the meal you helped prepare
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Pink City Cooking Class

1.Pink City Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 452 reviews · from $27Our pick

Spend about three hours in Jaipur cooking vegetarian Indian food with Dimple and Bunty in their clean home kitchen. You will prepare several dishes, roti, rice, chai, and possibly paneer or pakoras, with guidance at every step. Fresh produce comes from their farm, and you receive recipes to make the meal again at home.

“We were taught a plethora of Indian recipes like chapati, dal, pakoras, Masala Chai and paneer curry. Every step of the way brought new smells and flavors. Their workplace was clean and was kept clean throughout the whole time.”

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Five Course Cooking Class & Meal - The spice lesson sets the tone
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Five Course Cooking Class & Meal

2.Five Course Cooking Class & Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 250 reviews · from $60

At Tastesutra near Lajpat Nagar Metro Station, you prepare a five-course Indian meal with hands-on guidance from instructors including Sonal, Sonam, and Anchal. Expect spice lessons, chicken or paneer, lentils, vegetables, rice, breads, dessert, and a drink, with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices available.

“Enjoyed an amazing private culinary experience. I was looking for an immersive experience to learn about local cuisine while my husband was at business meetings. Learned about many new ingredients and cooking techniques. You receive an email of the recipes afterward so you can replicate the food at home. I would definitely recommend this class as a must do experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my day and my meal.”

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Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi home (7 meal) - What you cook during the seven-dish meal
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Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi home (7 meal)

3.Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi home (7 meal)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · from $47

Join Preeti and Sonu in their Delhi home for a private three-hour cooking class covering seven Indian dishes. Choose vegetarian or non-vegetarian recipes, learn to use spices, prepare chai or lassi, cook curry, dal, rice, bread, vegetables, and dessert, then sit down to eat what you made.

“This was probably the most authentic experience we could have within our entire time in Delhi and I highly recommend it for everyone who loves Indian food and likes to dive into the Indian culture as well. Preeti and her husband will welcome you in their own home and prepare stepwise several meals together with you (Preeti will contact you via Whatsapp prior). Both Preeti and her husband are such nice people, we felt comfortable from the first second on. The food we prepared was also very delicious!!! Loved it.”

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Indian Cooking Class in an Authentic Local Home – Learn 6 Dishes - Starting with spices instead of shortcuts
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Indian Cooking Class in an Authentic Local Home – Learn 6 Dishes

4.Indian Cooking Class in an Authentic Local Home – Learn 6 Dishes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · from $50

Join JD and his father in their air-conditioned family home in Greater Kailash for a hands-on Indian cooking class. Over about two and a half hours, you’ll learn spice techniques, prepare curry, rice, breads, and dessert, then sit down together to eat. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options are available, with groups capped at 10.

“JD and his dad provided me an authentic Indian cooking experience. I was wowed upon arrival to find their preparation and presentation. As a solo traveler, I always worry about my safety, but I felt completely at ease. JD was very patient anRead more”

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Durga Cooking Class - Choosing your menu before the cooking starts
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Durga Cooking Class

5.Durga Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 159 reviews · from $15Best value

Join Durga, her husband Mukesh, and daughter Mitali in their Udaipur home for a hands-on Indian cooking class. Choose vegetarian, vegan, or non-vegetarian dishes, prepare breads, curries, rice, chai, and more, then eat your meal on the rooftop. The class lasts about three hours and suits small groups.

“We really enjoyed our cooking experience with Durga’s and loved learning about Indian-style cooking. The variety of dishes and introduction to traditional spices were wonderful. The session did run longer than expected, and standing for Read more”

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Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur - The ride to a Jodhpur home
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Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur

6.Private Guided Cooking Workshop Experience in Jodhphur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 158 reviews · from $36

Spend about three and a half hours with Reikha and Rishi in their Jodhpur home, learning to prepare Rajasthani dishes such as dal, paneer, and paratha. This private workshop includes hotel pickup and drop-off, hands-on cooking, English conversation, and a vegetarian meal shared with the family.

“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.”

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Jaipur Market Tour & Vegetarian Rajasthani Home Cooking Class - Starting at Crystal Mall and finding the market
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Jaipur Market Tour & Vegetarian Rajasthani Home Cooking Class

7.Jaipur Market Tour & Vegetarian Rajasthani Home Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 113 reviews · from $60

Meet Shalini at Crystal Mall in Jaipur, visit a local market to choose seasonal produce and spices, then cook a vegetarian Rajasthani meal in her home with help from her mother-in-law. You’ll prepare dishes such as dal, vegetables, chapatis, and parathas, then sit down with the family to eat.

“What an authentic, amazing tour! Shalini is a wonderful host. First we went to the markets where she regularly shops for all their food. She talked about all of the ingredients she uses and answered all of our questions about food items that wRead more”

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Cooking Class in Jaipur – Family Experience with Meal & Transport - Breakfast offers a different menu
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Cooking Class in Jaipur – Family Experience with Meal & Transport

8.Cooking Class in Jaipur – Family Experience with Meal & Transport

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 101 reviews · from $29

Join a Jaipur family for a private cooking class lasting about two hours. With pickup and drop-off included, you may prepare roti, dal, vegetable dishes, paneer, chutney-style meals, chai, or kheer, then eat together in the host’s home. Ask in advance about a favorite Indian dish.

“We had an amazing evening with Raveena in her home! She was so knowledgeable about the Rajasthani food we were cooking, including us in every step, explaining the spices and history and making us feel very welcome. The food was so Read more”

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Interactive Cooking Class with a Local Family in Jaipur - A welcome drink and an introduction to Indian cooking
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Interactive Cooking Class with a Local Family in Jaipur

9.Interactive Cooking Class with a Local Family in Jaipur

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · from $26

Join Monty and Harshita in their Jaipur home for a hands-on North Indian cooking class lasting about two and a half hours. You’ll make breads, seasonal curries, and other home dishes, then sit down to eat. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options are available, with recipes sent by email afterward.

“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”

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Delhi: AI Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home - Arriving in Dwarka and getting settled
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Delhi: AI Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home

10.AI Cooking Class and Much More in a Local Family Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · from $40

Join married hosts Nidhi and Roopak in their Delhi home for a hands-on vegetarian cooking class, Hindu welcome, Hindi lessons, cultural conversation, and a shared meal. Make dishes such as dal, roti, curry, chai, and dessert, with vegan, gluten-free, and lactose-free options available.

“I liked the experience and the cooking class! The couple is very nice and we had a very nice dinner!”

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Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off - Entering Dakshika’s clean family kitchen
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Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off

11.Private Cooking Class in Jodhpur With Pick Up & Drop Off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · from $25

Meet your host family at home after hotel pickup, learn Indian spices and seasonal vegetables, then cook dishes such as chutney, lassi, biryani, paneer curry, dal, chapatis, and paranthas. Dakshika and Ritesh are named in past guest comments. The private class lasts about three hours and includes lunch or dinner.

“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 :)”

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Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family - What you prepare during the 2-hour-15-minute class
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Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family

12.Jodhpur Private Cooking Class With Family

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 68 reviews · from $27

Join Reena and Ram for a private, hands-on vegetarian cooking class in their Jodhpur home. Prepare masala chai, papadam, Jeera rice, two vegetable dishes, dal, paneer, and roti, then sit down together for the meal. The class suits beginners and runs about 2 hours 15 minutes.

“We really liked the cooking class and the food we cooked was super tasty. Thanks for the nice experience!”

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New Delhi: Indian Cooking Class in a Local Home - What you cook during the 2.5-hour class
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New Delhi: Indian Cooking Class in a Local Home

13.Indian Cooking Class in a Local Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $47

Join JD and his family at R-142 GK-1 for a 2.5-hour Indian cooking class in their air-conditioned home. You will prepare a full meal of curry, rice, breads, and dessert, learn how spices work, hear family food stories, and eat together. English, Hindi, and Punjabi are spoken, with groups limited to 10.

“JD and his father very so nice. We had the best time, learned so much and the food tasted amazing. 10/10!”

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Spice Knight (Cooking Class -> Meal -> Local Market walk) - Lunch at Saffron Palate
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Spice Knight (Cooking Class -> Meal -> Local Market walk)

14.Spice Knight (Cooking Class -> Meal -> Local Market walk)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $85

At Saffron Palate in Hauz Khas, you’ll learn practical Indian cooking techniques, prepare four main dishes and three breads, then eat the meal you helped make. A private vehicle takes you to a Delhi food market afterward, where you’ll identify spices and vegetables and shop for spice boxes. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menus can be arranged.

“An excellent cooking class with Neha who is very kind and helpful. We did 3 different dishes and 3 breads before heading to the spice market for shopping. I’ve learned a lot and can’t wait to try the recipes at home!”

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Jaipur: Interactive Cooking Class with a Local Family - Rolling chapati and cooking your own curry
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Jaipur: Interactive Cooking Class with a Local Family

15.Interactive Cooking Class with a Local Family

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $24

Join Monty, Harshita, and their daughter Gina in their Jaipur home for a 2.5 to 3 hour North Indian cooking class. Learn about spices, prepare chapati, paratha, seasonal curry, chutney, rice dishes, or dessert, then eat together. Small groups, private sessions, and optional hotel pickup are available.

“It was a really nice experience and it was so nice to meet with this beautiful and kind family ! 😃”

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