Rustic Cooking
One of the best parts of travelling and learning about new cultures is trying the local food. And, for those who like to cook, discovering how to make it! Cooking Class Colombo is our hands-on cooking experience located in the capital of Sri Lanka. It offers a hands-on insight into eating and drinking as locals do, and the ‘real’ Sri Lanka. Start with buying your produce from the local market accompanied by a local experienced chef. Learn about seasonal ingredients and regional techniques, all of which will be explained in English. Next, roll up your sleeves and delve into a master class in traditional and authentic Sri Lankan cooking. Cooking Class Colombo offers morning and evening sessions, and any food restrictions you may have can be accommodated. Please advise us in advance so we are able to plan accordingly.
Morning Class
The Rustic Cooking Class Colombo morning session begins at 9.15am with a visit to the local market. Pick fresh vegetables, herbs and spices with the assistance of your local professional chef. Then, return to the Rustic Villa and start your three-hour hands-on culinary experience of preparing and cooking your food. Instruction and guidance will enable you to prepare the meal yourself with minimal input from the chef. Afterwards, enjoy your delicious lunch in a beautiful location.
Evening Class
The Rustic Cooking Class Colombo evening session begins at 3.15 pm with a visit to the local market. Pick fresh vegetables, herbs and spices with the assistance of your local professional chef. Later, return to the villa and start your three-hour hands-on culinary experience of preparing and cooking your food. Instruction and guidance will enable you to prepare the meal yourself with minimal input from the chef. Afterwards, enjoy your delicious dinner in a beautiful location.
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Local Market Tour
Cooking Class Colombo begins with a visit to a local market to pick your desired ingredients. You will experience the traditional and authentic Sri Lankan way of shopping. Learn about the ethics of the local Sri Lankan food market that can’t be found in guide books. Your chef will explain how to pick the best spices and vegetables, as well as giving local insider tips. In addition, you can also select meat and fish, as well as tropical fruits for desert. Without a market trip, the Cooking Class Colombo experience is incomplete – it’s part of what makes this truly hands-on! However, please note that the local market is closed during national holidays.
Rates & inclusion
Rustic Cooking Class is not a mere cooking demonstration, but a comprehensive cooking experience including a market visit, hands-on cooking session and a meal. During this 5 hour class you will be able to get a thorough knowledge on Sri Lankan cooking culture, traditional tools and methods. Not limiting to that make it an opportunity to meet new people around the world. Beer and some crispy bites will be provided on house to make your experience an exhilarating one. Our Standard prices for the market tour and cooking class are $80 USD per person for double sharing and $90 USD per person for single sharing. These rates do not include transportation or hotel pick-up. If you would like us to arrange these services for you, please inform us.