Authentic Indian Cooking Classes

Committed to the pursuit of authentic Indian home cooking for more than 20 years, I love to cook, eat, and teach Indian cuisine. My Indian cooking classes reflect both my passion for authentic Indian flavours and my love of fresh, straightforward food. In each class, I will clarify the complex world of Indian spices and show you how to use the right cooking techniques to get the best flavour from Indian ingredients. After only one class, you will be able to cook delicious Indian food at home!

Authentic Indian Cuisine

Unlock the flavours of truly authentic Indian cuisine! Inspired by my travels in India, this class is perfect for those who love curry but can never make their curries taste "right". In class, I will focus on the key techniques that make vibrant, full-bodied Indian food. Highlights of tonight’s menu include lentil dahl, fresh green chutney, homemade curry powder, fragrant chicken curry with basmati rice and much more.

Authentic Indian Cuisine: Butter Chicken (formerly III)

Uncover the secrets of mouthwatering Indian cuisine! By popular demand, I have added another class devoted to cooking delicious Indian specialties, with a special emphasis on the techniques that bring maximum flavour from a whole range of spices. Tonight’s menu includes Butter Chicken, Homemade Naan bread, Spiced Coconut Vegetables, homemade chutneys, and more.

Note: Allergy Alert: almonds, cashews (can be left out of individual portions)

Authentic Indian Cuisine: South Indian (formerly IV)

A continuation of my previous classes on Indian cuisine, this evening will focus on the food of Southern India, demonstrating the wonderful spice combinations and cooking techniques unique to that region. The dishes in tonight’s menu are among my personal favourites and include Sambar Dahl, Masala Potatoes with fresh Coconut Chutney, Green Chile-Tamarind Chicken, Coconut Rice, Mango Raita, and more. Bring a hearty appetite.

Authentic Indian Cuisine: South Indian Seafood (formerly II)

No more drab, heavy curries! This evening's class will focus on the food of Southern India, demonstrating the wonderful spice combinations and cooking techniques unique to that region. We explore mixed vegetable pakoras, homemade fruit chutneys, special rice pilaf, South Indian coconut curry, and more. This class is vegetarian friendly.

Note: Allergy Alert: menu contains shrimp.

Authentic Indian Vegetarian Cuisine

Unlock the flavours of truly authentic Indian cuisine! Inspired by my travels in India, this class is perfect for those who love curry but can never make their curries taste "right". In class, I will focus on the key techniques that make vibrant, full-bodied Indian food. Highlights of tonight’s all-vegetarian menu include lentil dahl, fresh green chutney, homemade curry powder, fragrant tomato curry with basmati rice and much more. Full meal included.

Note: Allergy Alert: almonds, cashews (can be left out of individual portions)

Basic Indian Cooking

In this condensed version of my Authentic Indian Cuisine class, students will work in pairs to make an entire three course menu, including homemade curry powder, fresh mint chutney, pappadum, spiced cauliflower, and traditional North Indian curry (either vegetarian or meat) with basmati rice. The class will focus on the key techniques that make vibrant, full-bodied Indian food. Clarify the world of Indian spices and learn how to make delicious food at home!
No prerequisites but please bring a 10" chef's knife, a paring knife, a vegetable peeler and an apron to class. Class size is limited and early registration is recommended!