Learn Authentic Sri Lankan Cooking
A hands-on, immersive 4-5 hour cooking journey through the traditional flavours of Kandy, Sri Lanka.
Your Cooking Journey
Follow the traditional path from spice garden to dining table.
Spice Garden Tour
Begin your journey with a guided walk through our organic spice garden. See cinnamon, cardamom, turmeric, and pepper growing naturally in the lush Kandy highlands.
Traditional Curry Making
Learn the art of Sri Lankan curry — from grinding fresh spices on a stone mortar to cooking authentic chicken, fish, and vegetable curries using time-honored family recipes.
Hoppers & String Hoppers
Master the iconic Sri Lankan hopper — delicate bowl-shaped rice flour pancakes — and string hoppers, a beloved staple you will find at every Sri Lankan breakfast table.
Rice & Accompaniments
Discover the secrets of perfectly cooked Sri Lankan rice, sambol (coconut relish), pol roti (coconut flatbread), and an array of side dishes that complete a traditional meal.
Sweet Treats & Desserts
End on a sweet note by preparing traditional Sri Lankan desserts like wattalapam (coconut custard) and kokis (crispy oil cakes) — recipes passed down for generations.
Communal Dining Experience
Sit down to enjoy the feast you have prepared, served on banana leaves in the traditional way. Share stories, take photos, and savour the flavours of authentic Kandy cuisine.
10+ Dishes You Will Master
Daily Class Schedule
Our cooking classes run daily. Here is how a typical day unfolds.
Welcome & Spice Garden Tour
Arrive at our home, enjoy a welcome drink of Ceylon tea, and take a guided walk through our organic spice garden.
Spice Preparation
Learn to identify, grind, and prepare spice blends using a traditional stone mortar and pestle.
Hands-on Cooking
The main event! Cook 10+ dishes including curries, hoppers, string hoppers, rice, sambol, and desserts.
Communal Dining
Enjoy the feast you prepared, served on banana leaves. Share stories and receive your recipe cards.
Dishes You Will Prepare
Every guest cooks a complete traditional Sri Lankan meal. Customizable for all dietary needs.
Main Curries
- Sri Lankan Chicken Curry
- Fish Ambul Thiyal (Sour Fish Curry)
- Dhal Curry (Lentil Curry)
- Vegetable Curry with Coconut Milk
Hoppers & Breads
- Traditional Bowl Hoppers
- Egg Hoppers
- String Hoppers (Idiyappam)
- Pol Roti (Coconut Flatbread)
Accompaniments
- Coconut Sambol
- Lunu Miris (Spicy Onion Relish)
- Papadam
- Sri Lankan Rice
Sweet Treats
- Wattalapam (Coconut Custard)
- Kokis (Crispy Oil Cakes)
- Kavum (Oil Cakes)
- Fresh Tropical Fruit Platter
Beverages
- Ceylon Tea
- Fresh King Coconut Water
- Water (Unlimited)
Bonus Dishes
- Gotukola Sambol (Herbal Salad)
- Cashew Curry
- Beetroot Curry
- Pumpkin Curry
What Is Included
Everything is covered — no hidden costs. Just show up and enjoy.
Ready to Start Your Cooking Adventure?
Classes available daily. Send us a WhatsApp message with your preferred date and group size.