Experience Duration : 30 Minutes Language : English, Hindi, Punjabi Minimum Age : 14 Maximum Age : 80 Group Size : 1-900
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Our Virtual Chai Masterclass is a live, 30-minute team-building experience where your team learns to brew authentic Indian Masala Chai together over video call — no kit shipping, no cooking skills required, just a saucepan and a video call link.

I'm JD, and I've hosted this exact class for teams at Google, Amazon, Meta, and Tesla — companies looking for a short, high-energy way to reconnect that isn't another generic icebreaker game. I grew up on this recipe; it's my family's third-generation chai, the same one I make for guests in my own home in Delhi, and I bring the same energy to a Zoom call as I do to a table of 14,000+ guests we've hosted since 2015.

Why Teams Choose This for Team Building

Recommended by BuzzFeed and Tasty, this is the only Indian virtual experience with a 100% 5-star rating from Fortune 500 teams. It's built to slot into a lunch-and-learn, an all-hands icebreaker, or a standalone offsite — 30 minutes is long enough to genuinely connect, short enough that nobody's calendar objects.

What Your Team Will Learn

The real history of chai in India, the spices behind Masala chai and what each one does, and the technique to brew a proper cup — vegan-friendly with oat or almond milk, beginner-friendly for everyone.

Built for Distributed & US-Based Teams

Since I'm hosting from Delhi (roughly 9.5–13.5 hours ahead of US time zones depending on daylight saving), most US teams book this for their morning — which lands as my evening, a comfortable time on both ends. I'll work with your scheduler to find a slot that suits your team across time zones.

Meet Your Host — JD

11+ years hosting guests from 40+ countries, published cookbook author, and the guide behind Explore Real India's Fortune 500 corporate roster. This isn't a scripted class — it's a conversation with someone who's spent his career sharing India's food culture with the world.

To ensure a smooth experience, please review the entire list and gather all the necessary ingredients and equipment.
Additionally, complete the preparation work outlined below beforehand.

List of Ingredients & Equipment needed for Masala Chai(Tea) Cooking Experience:

Correct Icon The recipe serves 2 cups
Correct Icon Masala Chai Ingredients:
Bullet Point Black Icon4-5 tsp or Tea bags of Assam Black Tea (Preferred) or substitute with any Black Tea
Bullet Point Black Icon1 cup/mug (in which you drink your tea/coffee) of Buffalo/Cow Milk (Preferred) or Vegans can use Almond/Oat Milk
Bullet Point Black Icon4-5 Green Cardamom Pods or ½ tsp Green Cardamom Powder
Bullet Point Black Icon1 inch Cinnamon Stick or ¼ tsp Cinnamon Powder
Bullet Point Black Icon1 or 1½ inch Fresh Ginger or 1½ tsp Ginger Paste or 1 tsp Ginger Powder
Bullet Point Black Icon4-5 tsp Sugar (Adjust to Taste)
Bullet Point Black Icon½ cup/mug Water
Correct Icon Equipment:
Bullet Point Black IconSauce Pan
Bullet Point Black IconStrainer
Bullet Point Black Icon2 Cups/Mugs
Correct Icon Preparation Required before the experience:
Bullet Point Black IconIngredients: Measure all the ingredients as mentioned in the list above.

These ingredients and equipment are essential for preparing your delicious, homemade Masala Chai.
For an authentic taste, use the preferred ingredients. (Ingredients are available on Amazon and at Indian grocery stores).

If you have any queries, feel free to send an Enquiry.

To make the most of your online experience, please check the following requirements and recommendations.

Correct Icon Join a Video Call:
Bullet Point Black IconOnline experiences are hosted on Zoom, Google Meet, or Webex.
Bullet Point Black IconAfter booking, you'll receive an email with a link to join the experience via web browser or app.
Correct Icon System Requirements:
Bullet Point Black IconEnsure your device meets the audio and video system requirements for a smooth experience.
Correct Icon Interactive Experience:
Bullet Point Black IconVideo conferencing is interactive, allowing you to communicate with your host and other guests as much or as little as you'd like.
Correct Icon Guest Requirements:
Bullet Point Black IconAge:
Bullet Point Black IconGuests ages 14 and up can attend.
Bullet Point Black IconParents can bring children under 2 years of age.
Bullet Point Black IconCapacity:
Bullet Point Black IconUp to 30 guests in total for public in event.
Bullet Point Black IconUp to 900 guests in total for private event
Bullet Point Black IconTechnology:
Bullet Point Black IconA smartphone or a laptop with a webcam.
Bullet Point Black IconReliable internet service.
Bullet Point Black IconAbility to stream audio and video to participate.

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The duration of this cooking experience is 30 minutes.

For private team-building bookings, we can host groups from 1 up to 900 participants — perfect for a single department or an entire distributed company. Public/open sessions are typically smaller, up to 100 guests. Let us know your team size and we'll confirm the best format for you.

No, as we are based in New Delhi, India, we do not ship ingredient kits. You need to arrange the ingredients. Check the 'What to Bring?' tab on the experience page to know the detailed ingredients & equipment list.

Yes, please measure all the ingredients beforehand.

No, recording of the session is not allowed.

Yes, any vegan milk you like will work. We prefer Oat milk for Vegans.

Yes, the recipe will be emailed to you after the session.

Yes, you can reschedule your experience up to 7 days before the experience date. No rescheduling is possible thereafter, and no refunds will be provided.

If you cancel at least 7 days before the experience or tour start time, you will receive a full refund. Alternatively, you can cancel within 24 hours of booking if the booking is made more than 48 hours before the start time.

Yes. We regularly host private virtual chai classes for corporate teams of 20, 50, even several hundred employees across multiple time zones — including teams at Google, Amazon, Meta, and Tesla. Just tell us your headcount when you enquire.

Since our host is based in Delhi, India (roughly 9.5–13.5 hours ahead of US time zones), most US teams book for their morning or midday, which falls in JD's evening — a comfortable time for everyone. We'll work with you to find a slot that fits your team's calendar.

We host on Zoom, Google Meet, or Webex — whichever your company already uses. After booking, we'll send a calendar invite with the join link.

The listed price is ₹2,499 (INR) per person, which is roughly $25 USD at current exchange rates (an estimate — you'll be charged in INR, and the exact amount depends on the day's rate). For groups over a certain size, contact us for a custom team-building quote.

Yes — many companies pair this 30-minute Chai Masterclass with our 1-hour Virtual Team Building Cooking Class (Chicken Tikka Masala & Jeera Rice) for a longer offsite or all-hands event. Ask us about bundling both.

For groups under 30, a two days' notice is usually enough. For larger corporate bookings (50+), we recommend booking at least 3-4 days ahead to lock in your preferred date and time zone slot.

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