Indian Cooking Class In Delhi with Local Family

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Authentic Hands-On Indian Cooking Class in Delhi: Learn 3th-Generation Family Recipes All reviews Excellent Rating: 5 out of 5★★★★★ 5.0 | 459 reviews…

Experience Type
Cooking Experiences, In-Person Experiences
Activities
Cooking
Group Size
1 Min - 12 Max
Reviews
459 Reviews
Locations
Delhi
Available Starting Date
September 5, 2026

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Keywords : Couple Experiences , Family Experiences , Food Tours , Group Experiences , Solo Experiences , Tours

Experience Code :ERI-OD-FT

Starting Point : Greater Kailash Part-1 in an Indian Home Experience Duration : 2 Hours 30 Minutes Meal : Lunch/Dinner

Fitness Level : Easy to Moderate

Language : English, Hindi, Punjabi

Minimum Age : 2

Maximum Age : 80

Group Size : 1-12

Discover the art of Indian cooking in our family home, unlike commercial studios.
Here you'll experience authentic Indian cooking in our family kitchen and engage in a hands-on culinary journey.

What You'll Cook: A Full Indian Meal Including

Sample Menu (varies by day — every class includes a chicken dish, a vegetarian dish, fresh bread, and dessert)

Chicken: Butter chicken or another chicken specialty
Vegetarian: Dal tadka or shahi paneer
Bread: Roti, chapati, garlic paratha, or masala paratha
Dessert: Kheer (rice pudding) or seviyan (sweet vermicelli)

All recipes come from four generations of my family's kitchen. Vegetarian and vegan versions available on request. Discover the secrets behind each recipe, gain valuable cooking techniques, and enjoy the history and cultural significance of the dishes.

Why Cook in a Real Delhi Home, Not a Commercial Studio

I started teaching this class in my own family kitchen in Greater Kailash-1
because I wanted guests to experience India the way my family actually lives
— not in a rented studio, but around our real dining table. Everything you'll
cook is a recipe my mother/grandmother/father taught me, and it's still what we
cook at home every week.

Meet Your Host: JD & Family

Your host, JD, is a 3th-generation cook from a Sikh family in Delhi, teaching
cooking classes since 2015 alongside his parents. JD speaks English, Hindi,
and Punjabi, and has hosted over 14,000 guests — including teams from Google,
Apple, Amazon, and Meta.

Follow our journey on Instagram @artofindiancooking for more photos and videos.

Who This Cooking Class Is For

This class works well for solo travelers wanting to meet a local family,
couples looking for a hands-on activity, and families with kids (ages 2+
welcome). We've hosted everyone from first-time visitors to India to
corporate teams from Fortune 500 companies.

Experience Highlights

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of India through this unique, and intimate cooking experience in my family home.

Prepare a complete Indian meal consisting of one main dish, one rice dish, three types of bread, and a delightful dessert.

Gain a deep understanding of spices and how they intricately shape flavors and aromas in Indian cuisine.

Discover the subtle secrets that elevate your dishes.

Dive into the backstory of the dishes we create, delving into their history and significance.

Acquire time-honored cooking techniques, spice knowledge, and a collection of recipes.

To conclude, we'll come together as a close-knit Indian family to savor the dishes we've prepared, engaging in lively discussions and sharing cultural insights about India.

Leave with the confidence to recreate these Indian dishes in your own kitchen, as well as a newfound friend in India.

Rest assured, our space is fully air-conditioned, and restroom facilities are available.

Tour Duration: 2 Hours 30 Minutes

What Happens During the Class: Step-by-Step

Itineraries

Welcome and Introduction

We warmly welcome you into our home.

Introduction and a Fresh Cup of Homemade Masala Chai

We'll start with a warm introduction and a cup of freshly made homemade masala chai to enjoy.

Hands-On Cooking Experience: Master Dishes and Discover Indian Spices

It's a hands-on experience where we'll cook all the dishes together while learning about spices and other fascinating aspects of Indian cooking.

Family Meal: Enjoying Our Creations While Laughing and Learning About Indian Culture

We enjoy the meal we've prepared together as a family, laughing and learning about Indian culture and more.

The End

Wrap up the tour with a brief recap and farewell.
Share your experiences and ask any final questions.

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What's Included in Your Delhi Cooking Class

All the Ingredients

All Food

All Drinks like Lassi/Tea/Water

Instructor Fee

Personal Expenses such as shopping, Metro ticket, Uber, titbits, etc.

Your travel and medical insurance

Services not mentioned or not promised by the agent/agency

Emergency expenses

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All reviews

Excellent 5.0 | 459 reviews

This was honestly one of the highlights of my entire trip to India. I joined a private Delhi cooking

This was honestly one of the highlights of my entire trip to India. I joined a private Delhi cooking class with a local family, and it was an unforgettable experience. From the moment we arrived, we felt welcomed like family.

We prepared so many different Indian dishes during the class, and my goodness, every single dish was absolutely delicious. This was some of the best Indian food I have ever tasted. The flavors, spices, and traditional cooking techniques were incredible.

Our host, JD, comes from a third-generation restaurant family. His father ran a restaurant for more than 70 years, and you can truly taste the history and experience in their recipes. Every dish has a story, and learning about the traditions behind the food made this cooking class in Delhi even more special.

If you are visiting Delhi, I highly recommend taking time out for this authentic Indian cooking experience. Do not skip it! It is much more than just a cooking class — it is a chance to connect with a local family, understand Indian culture, and enjoy some of the most amazing homemade Indian food.

Thank you, Explore Real India, for arranging such a memorable experience. They offer many other experiences and private tours as well. I also joined their food tours, Chai Master Class, and they arranged my Taj Mahal trip from Delhi, and everything was organized perfectly.

This Delhi cooking class was definitely one of the best experiences of my India journey. Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic Indian food, local culture, and a truly unforgettable experience.

Amazing cooking experience, JD is a pro and made me feel like one too. He made Indian food very simp

Amazing cooking experience, JD is a pro and made me feel like one too. He made Indian food very simple and showed us the difference in flavours of the dishes as we added different components. I also loved that we were in his family home, very authentic

We had a fantastic experience at this cooking course. This was especially because JD was incredibly

We had a fantastic experience at this cooking course. This was especially because JD was incredibly friendly, patient and passionate. Both he and his parents made us feel welcome and comfortable in their home, where the atmosphere was warm and relaxed. We learned things about both ingredients, spices and traditional techniques that we want to take home.

Amazing cooking experience, JD is a pro and made me feel like one too. He made Indian food very simp

Nous avons passé une magnifique soirée en compagnie de Jandeep et de son papa qui nous ont appris

Nous avons passé une magnifique soirée en compagnie de Jandeep et de son papa qui nous ont appris les bases de plusieurs délicieux plats que nous pourrons reproduire chez nous. Ils nous ont chaleureusement accueilli et guidés tout au long de la soirée. Nous avons ensuite partagé ce bon repas et avons longuement discuté. C’était super !

As someone who loves food, traveling, and discovering new cultures, this experience was everything I

As someone who loves food, traveling, and discovering new cultures, this experience was everything I could have hoped for. JD's cooking class was so much more than learning a few Indian recipes—it was an invitation into a family's home and a chance to experience the warmth of Indian hospitality firsthand.

JD is a wonderful host who makes you feel comfortable from the very beginning. Every dish we prepared came with a story about the ingredients, the spices, or the traditions behind it, which made the cooking even more meaningful. The class was interactive, fun, and easy to follow, whether you're an experienced cook or a complete beginner.

What made this experience unforgettable was the atmosphere. We laughed, cooked together, shared conversations about life in India, and then enjoyed the incredible meal we had created. It felt genuine, personal, and far removed from a typical tourist activity.

After the class I was so inspired that I even attwnded chia master class, and bought JD's cookbook "The Art of Indian cooking" so I could continue exploring Indian cuisine at home.

If you enjoy tasting authentic food, meeting local people, and learning about different cultures through their cuisine, don't miss JD's cooking class. It was one of the highlights of my trip to India, and I left not only with new recipes but also with wonderful memories that I'll treasure for a long time. Highly recommended!

Massive thank you to Jandeep, Jasvinder and Tejinder for their warm hospitality and experience. I wa

Massive thank you to Jandeep, Jasvinder and Tejinder for their warm hospitality and experience. I was welcomed into their beautiful home and offered a water and chai. Then we got into making Jeera rice, butter chicken, Kheer(rice pudding) and many Indian breads. I was particularly keen to make a mango lassi which Jandeep happily accommodated for me. Jandeep and Tejinder were kind professionals in teaching me how to prepare these dishes, allowing me to take responsibility whilst patiently offering helpful advice. I also appreciated understanding the selection of spices and herbs used and learning helpful cooking/storage tips. The final meal was delicious and I left their home with tummy full until next week and lots of new Indian cooking knowledge. Would absolutely recommend!

Massive thank you to Jandeep, Jasvinder and Tejinder for their warm hospitality and experience. I wa

Great recipes, easy to understand master cook, comfy home, safe neighborhood. I also recommend his o

Great recipes, easy to understand master cook, comfy home, safe neighborhood. I also recommend his other tours like the food tour and spice market. It was just me, as it was low season for tourists at the end of June. All the spices were pre-measured and onions were already chopped. So I just got to add them in the ghee and cook them.

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How many participants are usually in the group?

The group size typically ranges from 2 to 5 participants, depending on the season.

Is it vegan-friendly?

Yes, we have vegan and vegetarian-friendly options available.

Where will the cooking class be held?

The cooking class takes place in an authentic Indian family home kitchen, where the host lives with their parents.

What is the location of the cooking class?

It's located in Greater Kailash -1, New Delhi.

Where will the tour end?

The tour concludes at the same meeting point.

Do you provide pick-up and drop-off services?

Pick-up and drop-off services are available upon request within certain areas of New Delhi for an additional cost of INR 8000.

Is this cooking class safe for solo female travelers?

Yes. The class takes place inside JD's family home in Greater Kailash-1, a well-connected South Delhi residential neighborhood, with family members present throughout. We've hosted thousands of solo female travelers since 2015. We recommend booking your Uber/Ola in advance for the return trip, especially for evening sessions.

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