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New Delhi: Traditional Indian Cooking Class & Market Visit

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Prepare an authentic Indian meal with your favourite main dishes.

Highlights

  • Prepare an authentic Indian meal with your favourite main dishes.

New Delhi: Traditional Indian Cooking Class & Market Visit: Key Facts

PriceFrom $42 per person
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeMini Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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New Delhi: Traditional Indian Cooking Class & Market Visit

Prepare an authentic Indian meal with your favourite main dishes.
3 hours
English
$42
Free cancellation

Standard Tour

Standard Tour
2 hours
English
$42
Free cancellation

Full description

New Delhi: Traditional Indian Cooking Class & Market Visit. Prepare an authentic Indian meal with your favourite main dishes.

Immerse yourself in the heart of Indian culinary delights with Lubna, a passionate home chef eager to share her love for food and culture. Located in vibrant Delhi, her welcoming home serves as a popular bed and breakfast, offering guests a unique chance to explore authentic Indian flavors.

Lubna specializes in traditional Indian cuisine, drawing inspiration from her family's heritage. She treasures recipes from her mother-in-law, adapting them to suit various dietary needs. Her dedication has earned her recognition, including hosting a young girl from the UK who won the contest “Take Away My Takeaway.”

After booking your tour, Lubna encourages interaction on WhatsApp to discuss your culinary interests and tailor the experience to your preferences. For many guests, it’s their first time learning Indian cooking, and they enjoy acquiring new skills with Lubna’s guidance. Others, experienced in making Indian dishes, are thrilled to learn authentic techniques and promise to host Indian-themed parties for their friends back home.

Once, a guest who couldn’t consume wheat, dairy, or citrus came to stay with Lubna. After discussing her dietary restrictions, Lubna crafted amazing dishes using oats as the main ingredient. The guest was so impressed that she wrote down all the recipes, saying her life had improved thanks to these new culinary skills.

Your adventure begins with a personalized trip to a local market just a 10-minute ride away from typical tourist spots. You'll explore bustling stalls filled with fresh produce, aromatic spices, and vibrant colours that define Indian markets. Some guests have even tried street food there if the shop is open, adding an exciting layer to the experience.

Back in Lubna's kitchen, you’ll be welcomed with a steaming cup of chai, setting a warm tone for the session ahead. You'll embark on an informative cooking class where the menu features traditional dishes from appetizers to desserts. Suggested dishes include Rogan Josh, kebabs (both veg and chicken), breakfast ideas, and snacks like bread pakora and samosas.

Additionally, you can join her for breakfast-making; however, note that the market visit would not be possible with this option. You can book the 11 AM tour and message Lubna to check if it can be converted to a breakfast option or if you prefer to learn snack items only.

Lubna’s home is a feast for plant lovers and features traditional Indian haveli architecture built in 1974. With its unique charm and vibrant greenery, it provides a serene backdrop for your culinary experience. If you have time, take a short walk in the charming neighbourhood off the tourist circuit for a taste of local life.

You'll dive into cooking, learning the spices and techniques that make Indian cuisine special. Once the dishes are ready, gather around the family dining table to enjoy your creations, possibly sharing with one of Lubna's family members for a personal touch.

Join Lubna for a memorable Indian cooking experience!

What's Included

Hostess
All ingredients
3 main dishes
3 bread types
1 rice dish
Eat the Meal we prepare
Hostess's family may join to celebrate your cooking
Tea/Water

Not Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Tips to the hostess
Out-of-pocket costs like shopping, metro fares, ride-hailing, and snacks
Your own travel and health insurance
Any services not specified or guaranteed by the agent/agency
Unexpected or emergency expenditures

Includes

  • Hostess
  • All ingredients
  • 3 main dishes
  • 3 bread types
  • 1 rice dish
  • Eat the Meal we prepare
  • Hostess's family may join to celebrate your cooking
  • Tea/Water.

Excludes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Tips to the hostess
  • Out-of-pocket costs like shopping, metro fares, ride-hailing, and snacks.
  • Your own travel and health insurance.
  • Any services not specified or guaranteed by the agent/agency.
  • Unexpected or emergency expenditures.

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 3 hours
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hostess, All ingredients, 3 main dishes, 3 bread types, 1 rice dish, Eat the Meal we prepare, Hostess's family may join to celebrate your cooking, Tea/Water.
The duration of the New Delhi: Traditional Indian Cooking Class & Market Visit is typically 3 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
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Delhi's top heritage sites include the Red Fort, Qutub Minar, Humayun's Tomb, India Gate, and the bustling lanes of Old Delhi. See our things to do in Delhi guide for a comprehensive list with insider tips from local guides.
We recommend 2–3 days to cover Delhi's major highlights comfortably. Use our Delhi 1-day itinerary if you're short on time. Many travelers combine Delhi with a day trip to Agra for the Taj Mahal and then continue to Jaipur for the Golden Triangle circuit.
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