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Immerse yourself into Nepali culture through its food. During this workshop, hands-on cooking class, participants start from scratch by learning how to choose the best ingredients for selective meals.
Highlights
- Learn to cook Variety of Nepali dishes (Nepali Lunch/Dinner) with local chefs
- Explore the local Markets to buy vegetables, Spices, and meat for the class
- Discover Nepali culture, food, and traditions and different methods of cooking
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Nepali Cooking Class
Full description
Experience cooking class in Kathmandu offers an immersive and mouthwatering experience that allows participants to delve into the heart of Nepalese cuisine. Nestled in the vibrant streets of Nepal's capital city, these classes are a delightful blend of cultural exploration and culinary artistry.
Step into a traditional Nepali kitchen, and be greeted with the fragrant aroma of spices and the warm hospitality of local chefs. Participants have the opportunity to learn the secrets behind iconic Nepali dishes such as momo (dumplings), dal bhat (Rice, Curry, and Lentil sets), and additional flavorful curries, all while using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Master cooking techniques and learn the cultural significance of each dish, adding depth to the culinary journey. Enjoy a cooking class perfect for a novice cook or a seasoned food enthusiast, a cooking class in Kathmandu is a delightful way to connect with the rich flavors and traditions of Nepal.
Choose from Dal Bhat, a quintessential Nepali dish blending lentil soup and rice—a true representation of Nepali dining, or chicken or vegetarian Momo, delicious dumplings with a choice of chicken or vegetarian fillings.
Enjoy the comforting and aromatic Masala Tea, a staple Nepali beverage blending black tea with rich spices. Indulge in Bara, deep-fried lentil patties offering a delightful contrast of crispiness on the outside and tenderness within—a perfect snack.
Explore the craftsmanship of Yomari, a sweet dumpling filled with jaggery and sesame seeds, showcasing the sweet side of Nepali cuisine. Experience the classic Nepali chicken curry paired with Roti, highlighting aromatic spices and rich flavors.
Discover the art of making Chatamari, often referred to as the "Nepali pizza," a unique flatbread topped with an array of ingredients. Warm your senses with Thukpa, a hearty noodle soup originating from Tibetan cuisine and embraced as a beloved part of Nepali gastronomy.
Delight in the bold and aromatic flavors of Mushroom Choila, a spicy marinated mushroom dish showcasing the essence of Nepali spices. Learn the delicate balance of ingredients to create a dessert that captures the essence of Nepali sweets with our Carrot Pudding.
Tour Itinerary
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Cooking Workshop
Pickup from your hotel or airport
Detailed Itinerary
Experience cooking class in Kathmandu offers an immersive and mouthwatering experience that allows participants to delve into the heart of Nepalese cuisine. Nestled in the vibrant streets of Nepal's capital city, these classes are a delightful blend of cultural exploration and culinary artistry.
Step into a traditional Nepali kitchen, and be greeted with the fragrant aroma of spices and the warm hospitality of local chefs. Participants have the opportunity to learn the secrets behind iconic Nepali dishes such as momo (dumplings), dal bhat (Rice, Curry, and Lentil sets), and additional flavorful curries, all while using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
Master cooking techniques and learn the cultural significance of each dish, adding depth to the culinary journey. Enjoy a cooking class perfect for a novice cook or a seasoned food enthusiast, a cooking class in Kathmandu is a delightful way to connect with the rich flavors and traditions of Nepal.
Choose from Dal Bhat, a quintessential Nepali dish blending lentil soup and rice—a true representation of Nepali dining, or chicken or vegetarian Momo, delicious dumplings with a choice of chicken or vegetarian fillings.
Enjoy the comforting and aromatic Masala Tea, a staple Nepali beverage blending black tea with rich spices. Indulge in Bara, deep-fried lentil patties offering a delightful contrast of crispiness on the outside and tenderness within—a perfect snack.
Explore the craftsmanship of Yomari, a sweet dumpling filled with jaggery and sesame seeds, showcasing the sweet side of Nepali cuisine. Experience the classic Nepali chicken curry paired with Roti, highlighting aromatic spices and rich flavors.
Discover the art of making Chatamari, often referred to as the "Nepali pizza," a unique flatbread topped with an array of ingredients. Warm your senses with Thukpa, a hearty noodle soup originating from Tibetan cuisine and embraced as a beloved part of Nepali gastronomy.
Delight in the bold and aromatic flavors of Mushroom Choila, a spicy marinated mushroom dish showcasing the essence of Nepali spices. Learn the delicate balance of ingredients to create a dessert that captures the essence of Nepali sweets with our Carrot Pudding.
Know before you go
Recipe Book: After the class, if you'd like a recipe book, kindly WhatsApp us, and we’ll share the PDF version. Physical books are available for purchase at an additional cost.
Arrival: Please arrive 15 minutes before the scheduled class time to ensure a smooth start.
Menu Focus: The class focuses on momo and dal bhat as the main dishes, with options to select additional Nepali dishes.
Class Duration: The experience lasts around 3 hours, including a market visit, cooking session & meal tasting.
Small Group Size: We keep classes small for personalized guidance & a hands-on experience.
Dietary Preferences: Let us know in advance if you have any dietary restrictions or preferences.
Pickup & Drop-off: If selected, provide hotel details when booking for coordination.
Comfortable Attire: Wear comfortable clothing for cooking. Aprons and equipment will be provided.
Health & Safety: We maintain high hygiene standards. Please inform us of any allergies or medical conditions prior to the class.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Cooking class with step-by-step instructions
- Experienced chef and instructor
- Market/shop tour to buy the important ingredients for cooking
- Hands-on experience of cooking different Nepali meals
- Use of cooking equipment and accessories
- Tasting session of the food you prepared
- Nepali masala tea during the lesson
Excludes
- Specialty or alcoholic drinks
- Tips
Important information
Meeting point
Kathmandu Cooking Academy, Thamel
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts
- Please bring a valid ID or passport for entry
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Traveler Reviews
Honestly the highlight of our Kathmandu trip. We started at a little local market picking out spices and vegetables, which I'd never have found on my own, then spent a couple of hours folding momos and cooking a proper dal bhat. Our chef was patient and funny, and sitting down to eat what we'd made with masala tea was the perfect ending. Brilliant value at twenty dollars.
I came expecting a demonstration and instead got genuinely hands-on cooking. Learning the spice ratios for the lentil dal was the part I'll actually use at home. The three hours flew by and the food was better than most restaurants we tried in Thamel. Chef happily adjusted everything to vegetarian for me without any fuss. Highly recommend to anyone curious about real Nepali home food.
A lovely and delicious experience overall. The momo folding was so much fun and the tasting at the end left us completely full. My only small note is that the market walk goes through very crowded, uneven Thamel streets and it was a bit chaotic dodging scooters. Not a dealbreaker at all, just wear proper shoes and stay alert. Would still recommend it warmly.
Did this on our first evening and it set the tone for the whole trip. Great way to understand Nepali culture through the food rather than just eating out. We cooked three different curries plus momos and the chef explained the story behind each dish. Everything was fresh from the market that afternoon. My partner still talks about the masala tea. Fantastic little experience.
Such a warm, welcoming afternoon. As someone who cooks a lot at home I appreciated how much technique they shared, not just recipes. The dumpling pleating took me a few tries but the chef kept correcting me kindly until mine looked decent. Loved that we picked our own ingredients first. Left with a full stomach and written recipes to try back home. Worth every rupee.
Booked the hotel pickup option and it made everything easy since we were staying a little outside the Thamel core. The class itself was intimate and relaxed, no rushing. We made dal bhat, vegetable curry and steamed momos, then feasted on all of it. Our two teenagers were fully engaged the whole time, which almost never happens. A genuinely memorable family evening in Kathmandu.
Really enjoyable and great value, and the chef was lovely and knowledgeable. Just a heads-up that our session ran on the busier side so it felt slightly less private than I'd pictured, though everyone still got hands-on time. The food more than made up for it, the momos were the best I had in Nepal. Come hungry because the portions at the tasting are generous.
As an Italian I take cooking seriously and this did not disappoint. The market tour was fascinating, seeing which spices define Nepali cooking, and the chef treated it like a real lesson rather than a tourist show. We adjusted the chili to suit us and the result was perfectly balanced. Three relaxed hours, wonderful company, and a plate of food we were genuinely proud of.