India · WORKSHOPS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 workshops & classes worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Learn Rajasthani vegetarian cooking with Dimple and Bunty in a clean Jaipur home kitchen, using farm produce, hands-on recipes, chai, and roti.
“We cooked 3 delicious dishes plus Roti bread. We had the chance to do a lot by ourselves and afterwards we received the receipts. Everything was delicious and clean! Thanks for the nice evening!”
Review of Delhi’s six-hour Five Senses tour, with Mughal monuments, rickshaw travel, workshops, Old Delhi food, lunch, and private transport.
“Key takeaway: Kush was outstanding! He set up my day to experience several temples, the world’s largest spice market, a chai tea stop, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb and more. Too many things to list on what was an extensive tour. Informative, fun, well orchestrated (even in the rain). I could not be more pleased with the day!”
Learn five North Indian courses near Lajpat Nagar, from spice blends to breads, then enjoy your handmade lunch with drinks.
“Absolutely loved this experience. A hands on in depth experience to learn about real Indian cooking. Warm and friendly hosts.”
Learn seven Indian dishes in a Delhi family home with hands-on guidance, masala chai, local recipes, and a generous home-cooked meal.
“Wonderful cooking class with Sonu and Preeti. Everything set up perfectly - air conditioned apartment, great attention to cleanliness including cooking with bottled water, relaxed environment and, most importantly, an absolute feast to finish with! Thank you both very much.”
Cook six Indian dishes in a New Delhi family home with JD and his father, learning spices, breads, curry, and cherished family techniques.
“JD was an excellent host, making us feel very much at home ..in his home. The whole afternoon was excellent, with a great meal to finish it all off”
Learn Rajasthani cooking in Durga’s Udaipur home, prepare local dishes, dine on the rooftop, and take recipes home for $15.64.
“I felt immediately at ease and as a solo traveler and customer, that was the most inportant to me. Durga is patient, funny and detailed and gave me confidence that I could repeat and cook on my own back home! You chop, grind, flip, you do Read more”
Learn to cook dal, paneer, and paratha with a Jodhpur family, enjoy a home meal, and ride privately to and from your hotel.
“Reikha and Rishi made us feel welcome in their home from our hotel pick up to drop off. It was a truly authentic Indian experience and the food was amazing and definitely something we can take back with us to Australia. Both Rishi and Rekha speak very good English.”
Paint your own Rajasthani miniature in a private Udaipur class with expert guidance, natural colors, tea, and a handmade souvenir.
“The art class was just me and the teacher. I found the techniques interesting and enjoyed the experience of learning how to paint miniatures. Unfortunately the art teacher's father had died one month before and throughout the class I had Read more”
Practice private sunrise yoga beside the Ganges in Varanasi with Ayush, including a mat, personal guidance, and flexible beginner-to-advanced instruction.
“Had an awesome experience practicing with Ayush! thank you for the wonderful experience really enjoyed the whole session”
Shop Jaipur’s local market, cook vegetarian Rajasthani dishes with Shalini and her family, then share a home-cooked meal for $60.
“Shalini was the perfect host! She showed us around the market and explained all the jet ingredients in Rajasthani cooking then we chose fresh vegetables and went back to her lovely home. We had tea and breakfast snacks then madRead more”
Learn Indian home cooking in Jaipur with a family host, hotel transfers, dinner, drinks, and hands-on recipes for $29.98 per person.
“We had an amazing evening with Raveena in her home! She was so knowledgeable about the Rajasthani food we were cooking, including us in every step, explaining the spices and history and making us feel very welcome. The food was so Read more”
Cook North Indian dishes with a Jaipur family, enjoy a home meal, and take recipes home from this friendly 2.5-hour class.
“Wonderful experience! The class was informative, hands on, and welcoming. We cooked in their home, which was lovely! Everything was exceptionally clean and organized for our arrival, and they made the cooking part a breeze. I would highly Read more”
Learn classic Rajasthani dishes in a Jodhpur family home with private instruction, hotel pickup, a cooked meal, and drop-off for $25.
“Great host. She was very friendly and patient. She taught me how to make ginger and masala tea, different types of curries and khichri. Ritesh was also brilliant and went out of his way to help me on the day. What a lovely family. I would highly recommend booking this course :)”
Start your Varanasi morning with rooftop yoga, Ganges views, and patient instruction from Ayush, suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners.
“Ayush is a great yoga teacher and helpful person. He gave us clear directions to where we were supposed to go and gave us a wonderful yoga session”
Create a handmade Jaipur textile while learning block printing, touring a working workshop, and meeting local artisans for $35.
“This is such a fab experience! From learning about the history of block printing in Jaipur and the craftsmanship that goes into block printing, to being able to try your hand at creating your very own design, Monty and Baloo were great hosts and very accommodating to my questions and to me taking lots of pictures and videos in the working factory. The chai whilst waiting for our pieces was delicious and I also purchased some pyjamas from fabric I chose from, that were tailored to me after the experience, a wonderful moment from my time in Jaipur. Highly recommended experience if you're visiting ✨”
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