The 14 Best Cooking Classes in Delhi

1.Five Course Cooking Class & Meal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 250 reviews · from $60Our pick

At Tastesutra near Lajpat Nagar Metro Station, you’ll prepare a five-course Indian meal from scratch with an instructor such as Sonal, Sonam, or Anchal. Expect hands-on work with spices, chicken, paneer, lentils, vegetables, rice, breads, dessert, and a drink, followed by lunch.

“This was a terrific experience. The cooking teacher gave deep background on the food and the food culture of India. She added stories of her own experience. I can't imagine a better use of my time. My own cooking will benefit from the experience. I often take cooking classes when I travel and this is the best one yet.”

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2.Veg and Non veg : Private Cooking Class in Delhi home (7 meal)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 226 reviews · from $47Best value

Join Preeti and Sonu in their private Delhi home for a three-hour, hands-on cooking class. Learn about Indian spices, prepare seven meal components, and choose vegetarian or non-vegetarian dishes. The class includes chai or lassi, curry, dal, rice, bread, vegetables, and dessert.

“It was very nice to learn from Preeti and Sonu! They take the time to go through all steps, have extensive dish options and being in their own kitchen adds to the experience. I would highly recommend! Our dishes were: Masala chai, Chana masala, Aloo gobi, Dal, Roti, Cumin rice and Halwa.”

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3.Indian Cooking Class in an Authentic Local Home – Learn 6 Dishes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 195 reviews · from $50

In Greater Kailash, JD and his father welcome you into their family home for a hands-on Indian cooking class. Over about 2.5 hours, you prepare curry, rice, breads, and dessert while learning family methods, spice tips, and the stories behind the food. Vegetarian and non-vegetarian options are available.

“What an amazing cooking masterclass with JD and his dad. The whole family were so welcoming and friendly, and incredibly knowledgeable. They made all the dishes seem incredibly easy to make and it was very much hands-on. We leRead more”

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4.Indian Cooking Class in a Local Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $47

Join JD and his father at Bindra’s House in New Delhi for a 2.5-hour home cooking class. Prepare curry, rice, breads, and dessert while learning how spices work, then sit down together for the meal. The small group is limited to 10, with English, Hindi, and Punjabi instruction.

“Our evening in Delhi was truly unforgettable, and the highlight of our entire trip. JD and his family welcomed us with open arms, making us feel instantly at ease and right at home. The ingredients were fresh and perfectly prepped when we arrived, setting the stage for a fantastic cooking experience. We created four mouthwatering dishes, including a delectable dessert, and even had the chance to make traditional breads! It was a wonderful experience that I can't recommend enough to anyone visiting Delhi. For more, check out his Instagram @artofindiancooking.”

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5.Spice Knight (Cooking Class -> Meal -> Local Market walk)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $85

Meet at Saffron Palate in Hauz Khas for a small-group Indian cooking class led by Neha, followed by lunch and a private ride to a local spice and vegetable market. Cook four main dishes and three breads, request vegan or gluten-free dishes, and buy spice boxes afterward.

“I was beyond satisfied with my cooking class experience. Neha is a wonderful teacher and we had some great conversations. She made the process effortless and makes things accessible for cooks at various skill levels. This was a Read more”

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6.Vegetarian : Private Cooking Class in Delhi home ( Learn 7 meal)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · from $47

Join Preeti in her Delhi home for a private three-hour cooking class covering snacks, paneer curry, dal, seasonal vegetables, cumin rice, bread, and tea or lassi. Choose vegetarian or vegan dishes, cook at your own pace, then eat the meal you made. Uttam Nagar Metro pickup is not included.

“Preeti is such a sweetheart, and so good at explaining everything! Her husband was very kind too. He was nice enough to pick me up and take me the short ride from the metro to my class. I had a little experience cooking Indian food, but noRead more”

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7.Delhi Kabul Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · from $52

Meet Faramarz and his family in Hauz Rani, South Delhi, for a private Indian and Afghan cooking class. Depending on timing, you may tour Malviya Nagar Market, cook dishes such as borani banjan and daal fry, then eat with your hosts. Recipes are sent afterward.

“Un des plus beau souvenir de notre voyage en inde. Une famille adorable. On a passé une magnifique soirée. La maman est trop contente de vous faire partager ce moment a cuisiner avec elle. Que du bonheur!”

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8.Food Tour With Cooking Class in Local Village from Delhi

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 18 reviews · from $79

Leave Delhi in an air-conditioned minivan for a Punjabi breakfast, village walk, farm and school visit, ox-cart ride, and home-style cooking lesson. Guide Rahul has led some departures. Expect a long day, simple rural conditions, and lunch cooked on an earthen stove.

“Amazing experience! Way more than what I had anticipated from this tour. I got a chance to see the Indian village culture so closely and I felt a part of it as long as I was there.. 3 generations living together, and their bonding with each other, was a unique experience for me. Read more”

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9.2 Days Private Delhi Tour with Best Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $229

See Jama Masjid, Chandni Chowk, India Gate, Humayun’s Tomb, Lotus Temple, and Qutub Minar with a private guide and chauffeur. The two-day plan ends with an Indian cooking class and dinner. Hotel stays range from three to five stars, if selected.

“Our driver Sanjay and our guide Vivek Handa were on time when they kindly picked us up from our hotel, and welcomed us both warmly and nicely. They both were friendly, casual yet polite, and really easy to talk to! They made sure we have Read more”

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10.Authentic Indian Cooking Class with Jyoti in Delhi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · from $62

Spend about four hours with Jyoti of Gourmet Desire in her New Delhi home. You will prepare traditional North Indian dishes, learn about spices, food customs, holistic healing, and thali dining, then eat the meal together. The class can be adjusted for dietary needs.

“We met Jyoti at the INA market where she showed us around various stalls including her favourite grocery and spice store, where she explained the ingredients used for which dishes and homeopathy.”

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11.Delhi Food Walk and Cooking Class With A Chef

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $229

Spend 7 to 8 hours cooking vegetarian Indian dishes with a Delhi chef, then walk Old Delhi’s food lanes and sample local specialties. Guides such as Raj, Shikha, Ash, and Sanjee are known for explaining spices, food history, and tasting techniques. Meat is available for an extra charge.

“We had a fantastic time on this tour with an excellent guide ,Sanjee.Sanjee was extremely knowledgeable & was able to impart that to us in a very relaxed manner.We ate lots of delicious foods & learnt about the preparation of the foods met the locals & experience the local culture.I would highly recommend Sanjee.She was very enthusiastic,professional & made our tour a truly enjoyable experience.”

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12.Online: Indian Food Cooking Class

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Join a small online class from New Delhi and cook Indian curry, rice, and chapatis with patient instructors. You’ll receive ingredient guidance, learn spice and dough techniques, share the finished meal online, and get recipes for cooking it again at home.

“This was a great class! I learned a lot about Indian spices and we made five recipes that were all delicious! The master chefs were very patient and helpful and obviously very knowledgeable. A worthwhile experience!”

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13.Indian Cooking Class With Chef (Half Day)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · from $51

Spend about five hours with a local New Delhi chef learning Indian spice use, cooking methods, and vegetarian dishes in a home kitchen. You’ll eat snacks and meals, receive recipes and a spice hamper, and cook privately with your own group. Meat dishes are available for an added fee.

“I would recommend this class to everyone! The space is absolutely beautiful and will accommodate a larger group, yet still feels personal. The instructors were knowledgeable and really explained the why behind the flavors. I feel empowered to take these skills back home and cook for my family. They were patient and caring. Top notch! Thank you!!”

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14.Kailash Colony Market Tour & Amritsari Cooking Class in New Delhi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $148

Join Shivani for a private visit to Kailash Colony Market and a hands-on North Indian cooking class in her Delhi home. Shop for seasonal ingredients, prepare two or three Amritsari dishes, then eat together. Vegetarian options are available with advance notice.

“What a wonderful evening we had with Shivani. She was an excellent hostess and just so fun to visit with. We enjoyed our trip to the local market with her and learning all about how it works. Then we came back to her lovely home and prepRead more”

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