Delhi’s vibrant culinary scene comes alive in this immersive food walk and cooking class led by an experienced chef. Participants can expect to uncover the city’s rich food culture, from sampling local street snacks to learning the secrets of North Indian vegetarian cuisine. The hands-on cooking session promises a delightful journey, where guests will prepare a full meal, including starters, main dishes, and even traditional chai. With a cozy private home setting and the guidance of a knowledgeable chef, this experience offers an authentic taste of Delhi’s flavors. But what sets this class apart is the opportunity to truly understand the art and passion behind Indian home-style cooking.
This experience made our list of the 19 Best Cooking Classes In New Delhi.
Key Points
- Immersive full-day experience that combines a North Indian vegetarian cooking class and a guided food walk through the streets of Delhi.
- Participants learn to prepare a range of authentic starters, main dishes, and desserts in an intimate home setting.
- Opportunity to sample local street food specialties and gain insights into the rich culinary traditions of North India.
- Accommodates various dietary requirements, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free options.
- Receives exceptional customer reviews for its personalized attention, delicious dishes, and unforgettable cultural experience.
Experience Overview
The full-day food experience in Delhi offers an immersive culinary adventure, blending a cooking class at a chef-instructor’s home and a guided exploration of local street eats to provide an authentic taste of North Indian vegetarian cuisine and culture.
Participants will learn to prepare a range of vegetarian dishes, from starters like pakora and chutney to main courses featuring roti, parantha, daal, and vegetable dishes, culminating in a delectable dessert such as halwa or kheer.
Throughout the experience, the focus is on showcasing the vibrant flavors and rich traditions of Indian vegetarian cooking. Guests will also have the opportunity to explore the local culture by sampling street food specialties.
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Cooking Class Details
The cooking class portion of the experience covers a range of authentic vegetarian dishes, providing participants with a personalized, hands-on learning opportunity in the chef-instructor’s private home.
Guests will learn to prepare a full meal, including:
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Starters like pakora, chutney, raita, and chai
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Main dishes such as roti, parantha, daal, and vegetable curries
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A delectable dessert, either halwa or kheer
The intimate setting allows for individualized attention, ensuring each participant gains valuable insights into the complexities of North Indian cuisine.
Included and Excluded
Beyond the hands-on cooking class, the experience includes a range of thoughtful inclusions to enhance the overall experience.
Guests can expect food tastings and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as bottled water, wipes, and sanitizer to ensure their comfort and safety.
The package also provides a cooking class and food walk with the chef, along with a gift hamper of spices to take home.
However, the experience doesn’t include alcoholic drinks or hotel pickup and drop-off outside central Delhi, which incurs an additional charge of INR 1500.
Guests should also note that the tour isn’t wheelchair accessible, though it’s stroller accessible, and they’ll need to specify any dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Meeting and Pickup
According to the details provided, the meeting point for this food experience is Aero View Heights, Sector 22 Dwarka, Delhi, while the end point is Connaught Place in New Delhi.
Pickup options are available, and participants should confirm the time with the local provider prior to the event.
This flexibility in meeting and pickup locations makes the experience convenient for travelers.
Some key points to note:
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Pickup options are offered to accommodate different starting locations
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Participants must confirm the meeting time with the local provider
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The tour ends at the popular Connaught Place area in central Delhi
Operating Hours and Access
The food experience operates Monday through Sunday, from 8:30 AM to 3:00 PM, providing ample time for participants to enjoy the culinary journey. The tour is accessible to all, with the exception of wheelchair users, though strollers are permitted. Service animals are welcome, and infants can join the tour while sitting on their parents’ laps.
Accessibility | Details |
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Wheelchair Access | Not Accessible |
Stroller Access | Accessible |
Service Animals | Allowed |
Infants | Must Sit on Laps |
Comfortable shoes are recommended, as the experience involves a moderate amount of walking. Dietary requirements can be accommodated if specified at the time of booking, ensuring a personalized and inclusive culinary adventure.
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Dietary Accommodations
The food experience caters to various dietary requirements, which participants can specify at the time of booking.
Vegetarian guests can enjoy an array of authentic Indian vegetarian dishes, while the chef-instructor is also able to accommodate other dietary needs, such as vegan, gluten-free, or nut-free preferences, upon request.
The experience is designed to be inclusive and accessible to all foodies:
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Guests with specific dietary needs can inform the local provider in advance, who’ll relay the information to the chef.
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The chef-instructor is skilled in modifying recipes to suit different dietary preferences without compromising the authentic flavors.
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Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available for all the dishes served during the cooking class and food walk.
Tour Details
This full-day food experience in Delhi offers a comprehensive culinary journey, combining a hands-on cooking class and a captivating food walk through the city’s vibrant streets.
The cooking class takes place in the chef-instructor’s private home, where you’ll learn to prepare a range of authentic North Indian vegetarian dishes, from starters like pakora and chutney to main courses like roti, parantha, daal, and vegetable dishes, and desserts like halwa or kheer.
Throughout the class, you’ll receive personalized attention and gain insights into the region’s rich culinary heritage.
The food walk, meanwhile, invites you to sample delectable local street eats, immersing you in the vibrant sights, sounds, and flavors of Delhi.
Reviews and Ratings
Overwhelmingly positive reviews from previous participants attest to the exceptional quality of this Delhi food experience, with an overall rating of 5 stars from 11 insightful customer evaluations.
Guests have been consistently impressed by the personalized attention and expertise of the chef-instructor, who provides a truly immersive and authentic culinary adventure.
They have also enjoyed the delicious vegetarian dishes and street food samples that offer a comprehensive introduction to North Indian cuisine.
On top of that, the deep dive into local culture and traditions elevates the experience beyond just a cooking class.
With rave reviews highlighting the exceptional value and unforgettable memories, this Delhi food walk and cooking class is a must for any traveler seeking an exceptional gastronomic journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Bring My Own Alcoholic Drinks?
No, customers cannot bring their own alcoholic drinks. According to the information provided, the experience excludes alcoholic drinks, and only non-alcoholic beverages are included in the tour.
Are There Any Age Restrictions for the Tour?
The tour has no age restrictions, though infants must sit on laps. Children are welcome, and the cooking class provides a hands-on, educational experience for all participants regardless of age.
Is the Chef Able to Accommodate Food Allergies?
Yes, the chef can accommodate food allergies. According to the details provided, dietary requirements can be specified at the time of booking, allowing the chef to tailor the menu to meet any special dietary needs.
Can the Tour Be Customized to My Preferences?
The tour can be customized to accommodate your preferences. The chef-instructor is happy to adjust the menu and experience to suit your dietary needs or interests. Just let the local provider know your requirements when booking the tour.
Is Gratuity Included in the Tour Price?
Gratuity is not included in the tour price. Customers have the option to tip the chef and any other staff at their discretion based on the quality of service provided during the culinary experience.
Recap
The Delhi Food Walk and Cooking Class with a Chef offers an immersive culinary experience, blending hands-on cooking and vibrant North Indian vegetarian flavors.
Participants learn to prepare a full meal, including starters, main dishes, and local street food, in a cozy private home setting.
This unforgettable journey through Delhi’s rich culinary landscape is a must-try for foodies.
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