4 Market Tour Cooking Classes in India to Book First

1.Jaipur Market Tour & Vegetarian Rajasthani Home Cooking Class

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

Meet Shalini near Crystal Mall, visit a Jaipur street market to choose seasonal produce and spices, then cook a vegetarian Rajasthani meal with Shalini and her mother-in-law at home. You’ll learn family recipes, make dishes such as dal, vegetables, chapatis, and parathas, and eat together afterward.

“I recently attended a cooking class that was an absolute delight from start to finish. We began with a fun trip to the market, learning how to pick the freshest ingredients, which made the experience feel authentic and immersive. Back in tRead more”

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

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $85

At Saffron Palate in Hauz Khas, Neha guides you through Indian cooking before you sit down to eat the meal. You’ll prepare up to four main dishes and three breads, then ride by private vehicle to a Delhi market for a short spice and vegetable orientation. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free menus can be arranged.

“I was beyond satisfied with my cooking class experience. Neha is a wonderful teacher and we had some great conversations. She made the process effortless and makes things accessible for cooks at various skill levels. This was a Read more”

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3.New Delhi: Traditional Indian Cooking Class & Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 3 hours · from $43

Join home chef Lubna in Delhi for a three-hour private cooking class, starting with a local market visit and chai at her family home. Choose dishes in advance, learn spice and bread-making techniques, then eat the meal you prepare together.

“Lubna is great host and very charismatic person. I enjoyed the time with the family and the dish was really tasty. She also helped me on my journey across India. Thank you!”

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4.Pondicherry: Indian Cooking Class with Market Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 18 reviews · 3 hours · from $24Best value

Join an English, French, or Hindi-speaking instructor for a market walk by autorickshaw and a hands-on class at Sita Cultural Centre. Choose South or North Indian, vegetarian, vegan, or meat dishes, then eat what you cook and receive the recipes by e-booklet.

“This was a wonderful evening, where we got to explore the local market, learn about the local cuisine, give it a try ourselves, and then enjoy delicious food! Krishti was a wonderful host and we were in awe of her many talents! Can recommend.”

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