Indian Cooking Class: Traditional Dishes & Chai
5.0
3 Ratings
Walker

Discover authentic Indian cooking in Grand Rapids. Master chicken curry, rotis, and chai in a cozy, small-group setting with an expert guide.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 1509 Sierra Ave NW - Guests are invited to enjoy a welcoming and interactive Indian cooking experience in the home kitchen. The session starts with a homemade Indian chai as the group discusses the spices, ingredients, and traditional methods used in Indian home cooking.
    Participants will learn to create an authentic Indian chicken curry from…
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What's Included
  • Dinner
  • Tea and coffee
What's Not Included
  • Alcoholic beverages
Meal Options
  • Homemade Chai - Traditional Indian tea made with fresh spices
  • Chicken Curry - Traditional Indian chicken curry made from scratch- no packaged sauces!
  • Roti - Indian flatbread made fresh using whole wheat flour and water. Guests will learn how to knead, roll, and cook soft rotis by hand on the stovetop.
  • Traditional Indian Sweet - Traditional Indian…
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Additional Information

Enter a cozy and welcoming home kitchen for an interactive Indian cooking class that immerses participants in the essence of India’s culinary heritage. Discover how to create classic dishes from scratch, such as traditional chicken curry, freshly made rotis, and genuine Indian chai, all crafted with wholesome ingredients and freshly ground spices. With…

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Location
1509 Sierra Ave NW
Sierra Avenue Northwest
Guests will meet at my home, where the cooking experience takes place. Detailed arrival instructions and the exact address will be provided after booking confirmation. Street parking is available.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Gblogbd21
Oct 3, 2026
Authentic experience - We had such a wonderful experience! Our host was incredibly welcoming, knowledgeable, and made the entire cooking class so enjoyable. We especially loved how authentic the experience felt, from learning about the ingredients and traditional cooking techniques to preparing and enjoying the meal together. It felt much more personal and genuine than a typical cooking class. The food was absolutely delicious, and we walked away with some great memories and new things to try at home. We would highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves Indian food or wants to learn more about authentic Indian cooking!
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Excursion67241533129
Jun 23, 2026
Exceptional Food and Even Better Company - This cooking class was such a wonderful experience from start to finish. The host made us feel completely at home, as if we were gathered in her kitchen with a mother teaching her daughters how to cook family recipes. The atmosphere was warm, welcoming, and incredibly personal. Not only was the food absolutely exceptional, but the stories she shared throughout the class made the experience even more memorable. She taught us about the different spices, explained the significance of various dishes, and shared insights into her culture in a way that was both educational and entertaining. Her sense of humor had us laughing the entire time. What stood out most was how genuine and lovely she was as a host. You could truly feel the passion and love she puts into both her cooking and sharing her traditions with others. The food alone would be enough reason to return, but honestly, the company and experience were even better. I would absolutely take another class with her and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic, delicious, and unforgettable experience.
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A5822dbrg
Jun 20, 2026
Nalini's Indian Cooking Class: A Hands-On Journey Through Authentic Flavors - I had the pleasure of attending Nalini's first Indian cooking class hosted at a cozy Chicago condo and it was an absolutely delightful experience! Nalini came all the way from Grand Rapids to share her culinary expertise and it was worth every moment. The evening began with a warming cup of authentic Indian chai, which was exactly what I needed to soothe my allergies and clear a mild headache. It set the perfect tone for what was to follow. The menu was a beautiful spread of authentic Indian food including mashed potatoes Indian style, rajma, okra, karela, coconut milk rice and chicken masala as the non-vegetarian highlight. It all started with a perfect cup of Indian chai (tea) that I abso I got to chop vegetables and make raita which made me feel like a real part of the cooking process. She even made fresh rotis and had us all participate in flattening them out, such a fun hands on touch! She explained all the spices in her spice box and how and why to use them in a specific manner. The pleasure of learning hands on in real time is something no cookbook or video can replicate. Watching techniques come alive right in front of you, absorbing the instincts behind each step, understanding the why behind every spice and method, this is how cooking knowledge has been passed down through generations. The red wine flowing throughout made the atmosphere even more warm and convivial. What made this class extra special was the connection it awakened in me. Being in a kitchen learning from Nalini brought back beautiful memories of cooking alongside my mom, dad and aunts, absorbing their tricks and traditions. That sense of intergenerational Indian cooking wisdom passed through hands not just words was truly heartwarming. The atmosphere was fun, loving and genuinely interesting, a perfect blend of learning and laughter. I discovered this class through Sarala Terpstra's Instagram, whose wonderful book Vegan French Favorites I already own and treasure, and I am so glad I did. If this was Nalini's first class I can only imagine how wonderful future ones will be! Highly recommend to anyone who loves authentic Indian food and a home cooking lesson directly from an expert! I followed Nalini on Instagram at @nalinisindiankichen to learn about future classes.
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).