Chennai (Madras) Tours
Private In-Home Vegetarian Cooking Class and Meal in Chennai
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Private In-Home Vegetarian Cooking Class and Meal in Chennai
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Duration: 3h
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Live guide: English
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- Bottled water
- Gratuities
- Homecooked meal
- Private cooking class with your host Srividya
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off
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- Arcus - Appaswamy Real Estates Ltd, New No 21, 9, Giri Rd, Satyamurthy Nagar, T. Nagar, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600017, IndiaPlease meet Srividya at her home in T. Nagar neighborhood of Chennai. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighbourhood details, and not the exact address. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Pushchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7626P78- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- If you cancel at least 3 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel within 2 days of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7626P78
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- Trek036718901150 contributionsGood experienceShe is very friendly and helpful. Her family also welcomed me warmly. It was a very valuable experience for me to learn South Indian home cooking. And her food was very delicious. I highly recommend her class.Written 9 February 2025
- the-nomad-5120 contributionsCame for a cooking class, left with a new friend :)Sometimes you just click. Sundari and I are friends now, trading recipes and cooking tips. I love the giant kitchen she built at home just to teach. She's truly an expert and out time together was unforgettable. If you're in Chennai stop by, learn how to cook the real South Indian food and leave with memories... Pro tip: bring your tiffin to take leftovers with you!Written 7 February 2025
- JimSCoop0 contributionsA Wonderful DayKamala curated a wonderful experience for me. She is the most gracious host. Her knowledge of Chettinad cuisine and culture is beyond compare. She worked with my dietary restrictions to craft a lovely menu and spent the time to answer all my questions. I would wholeheartedly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn about Chettinad cooking!Written 5 February 2025
- mattus1230 contributionsFantastic evening and great hostWhat a fantastic evening spent with Sundari, she was so welcoming and friendly. We learnt so much from her, explained everything in such a easy way to understand. The food was so tasty. Highly recommend booking this if you are visiting Chennai, Thank you so much SundariWritten 4 February 2025
- timvG2300YW0 contributionsBest cooking class I've had in India!I would highly recommend taking this private cooking class! Gayathri and her family are super welcoming. Arriving I felt like family straight away. We made typical south Indian dishes witch where super tasty and witch I can't wait to try at home. This cooking class will give you a look in south India's friendliness and there way of life!Written 28 January 2025
- MSJAW0 contributionsWonderful and delicious way to spend an evening in ChennaiThis is a wonderful way to spend an evening in Chennai. Gayathry is a delightful host (as is her husband whose name we unfortunately cannot remember) and an extraordinary cook. We spent quite a while after we arrived chatting and sipping lemonade in their comfortable home. The topics varied and e felt as if we had sat down with new friends. The actual class is really more of a demonstration than a hands-on class, but Gayathry explained everything she was doing and provided answers to the many questions we asked. We were amazed at her ability to balance talking and cook so many different things at the same time. Everything was delicious. Her dal was some of the best we’ve ever eaten and her chutney unusual, complex, and a wonderful condiment. More importantly, we felt that she had explained everything thoroughly enough that we will be able to cook the same foods when we get back to the US. She promised to send us the recipes and we look forward to trying them in the future.Written 26 January 2025
- JackieClad0 contributionsWelcoming and enjoyable evening learning to cook delicious, authentic South Indian dishes with an excellent cook.Sundari welcomed us into her home and amazing kitchen, in the midst of Pongal celebrations, and we are so blessed that she did because we had the best time of stories, recipes and delicious food. I especially liked the kitchen, pots , pans and the Sundari’s storytelling of the family history behind the recipes. My husband appreciated Sundari’s clear instructions and teaching her knowledge of all the spices. We both feel we have learnt a lot and could try them at home. We thoroughly recommend this unique experience as ‘must do in Chennai’.Written 14 January 2025
- meerawarren0 contributionsTake this class, you won't be disappointedI was very happy to sit down with Gayathri and her husband in Chennai to learn the intricacies of Tamil cooking. I had specific requests that she met. They are both very gracious hosts. I would recommend this class wholeheartedly.Written 11 January 2025
- Linda S0 contributionsA thoroughly enjoyable & memorable experience in S Asian culinary learning ( & eating!) by a great teacher.A thoroughly enjoyable late afternoon/ early evening enjoyed by us both. We were welcomed by Meena with a refreshing rose and basil seed drink and under her expert teaching created 6 southern Indians dishes with her. We both learnt extensively about techniques, ingredients and presentation. She delivered in such a style which we will seek to emulate in making these fishes at home. The dishes we made were absolutely delicious ! Thank you Meena for an unforgettable experience. Linda & Paul UKWritten 6 January 2025
- B4637UTmh0 contributionsA day well spent in Chennai ! ✨Meena is lovely ! It was a Great experience, we learned nice recipes, and it was a pleasure working with Meena! She‘s so patient with students. Great recommendation to learn about local life, food and learn new techniques for your kitchen ! Do it, when in Chennai ! Best wishes from GermanyWritten 2 January 2025
- Sightseer584803565500 contributionsBest cooking class in Chennai!!!I participated in her cooking class last time and it was a great experience, so I participated again this time. This time I requested to cook with millet. I was very satisfied with the lesson because I learned various knowledge about millet and interesting ways to eat it. Everytime the food she makes is very delicious. And her family is also very warm and always touches my heart. If you travel to Chennai, you should definitely take her class.Written 1 January 2025
- Natalia B0 contributionsGreat time learning from SundarikrishnaWe really enjoyed meeting Sundarikrishna in her warm and welcoming house. It was a great way to observe and learn from a great cook - and to absorb a little of India as we went along. And it all ended with an excellent lunch. We can’t wait to try our skills back at home in London.Written 27 December 2024
- Travelinmarc0 contributionsBest Indian Cooking ExperienceWhat a wonderful evening I spent with Sundari cooking in her home. She put together a wonderful meal to cook, using ingredients that I should be able to find at home. I have made the dishes twice now at home since returning from Chennai and have been able to find all the ingredients at my local Indian Market in Bedford, NS, Canada. I had been cooking Indian dishes for some time now, and I was able to ask Sudari a lot of different questions and challenge my understanding of how I was cooking curries. The entire dinner was definitely the best Indian meal I have ever eaten. The depth of flavours was something that was definitely missing from my cooking to date. I went with a colleague, and we have a lovely, warm, welcoming and fun evening. I definitely look forward to signing up for another class on my next trip to Chennai. I highly recommend anyone that is serious about cooking Indian cuisine, to sign up for a class with Sundari when they are next in Chennai.Written 10 December 2024
- 845amaliap0 contributionsEnjoy this enjoyable culinary experience with Sundary!!!It was the very best way to spend a day in Chennai🙏🏻. Thank you so much Sundary for sharing your knowledge about spices and cooking in the most entertaining way. Enjoyable and exceptional in every way… I will always love to come back for more… I highly recommend to book a culinary experience with lovely Sundary!!!Written 1 December 2024
- P1792DProbk0 contributionsPerfect way to experience Indian cultureThis is a must-do in Chennai. Meena is one of the kindest people we met in India and has amazing knowledge about indian cuisine. We learned a lot during this cooking class and enjoyed amazing food 🇮🇳😋 Highly recommend!Written 18 November 2024
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oyoyo47120
Kyoto, Japan1 contribution
Mar 2023
We had a fantastic experience with Srividya. She contacted us to understand what we want. As my wife is deeply into Southern Indian Cusine, we made some requests and she covered them very well.
It was great to learn authentic home style southern Indian cusine. My wife asked many questions and she answered all on them in details. Sirividya is very nice and plesant person to communicate. We wish to come back again in the future.
It was great to learn authentic home style southern Indian cusine. My wife asked many questions and she answered all on them in details. Sirividya is very nice and plesant person to communicate. We wish to come back again in the future.
Written 13 March 2023
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Donald
Edinburgh, UK7 contributions
I had a fantastic experience, and learnt so much about Southern Indian cooking with Srividya, who explained all about the various ingredients, spices and cooking process.
I thoroughly enjoyed eating what was prepared, and chatting about the food. Srividya and her family were very friendly and made me feel very welcomed, and would definitely recommend this fun and interesting activity.
I thoroughly enjoyed eating what was prepared, and chatting about the food. Srividya and her family were very friendly and made me feel very welcomed, and would definitely recommend this fun and interesting activity.
Written 22 March 2024
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Simona Domnisoru
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Dec 2022 • Couples
We learned from our host Srividya how to cook pineapple chutney and dosa. She gave us detailed instructions on how to replicate the recipes in our home. I recommend this activity if you want to learn how to prepare south Indian traditional dishes.
Written 30 December 2022
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MIO N
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Sept 2024 • Couples
I learned two vegetarian dishes at her house. He taught me recipes that I can make even when I return to Japan. Ms. Julividia was very friendly and kind, and explained things carefully in a way that even those of us who are not good at English could understand. I am happy that I was able to spend this precious time with you. Highly recommended!
Written 17 September 2024
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Marieke B
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Our visit to Srividya's home was definitely one of my highlights on my trip to India. She is so welcoming and friendly, and takes care of every detail. It was so interesting to see how she prepares the meal, and she explained every step of the process. We had such a good time and I would highly recommend this experience to anyone traveling to Chennai.
Written 5 November 2022
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Monika L
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Vegetarian South Indian cooking class in a very friendly atmosphere.
The hostess explained and prepared everything with great attention and detail.
I immediately felt “at home” with her and the food was of course also very delicious.
The hostess explained and prepared everything with great attention and detail.
I immediately felt “at home” with her and the food was of course also very delicious.
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Written 8 January 2025
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sofiadujour
Chicago39 contributions
Oct 2022 • Solo
This was one of my favorite memories in Chennai! Srividya is very kind and pleasant to chat with. The dishes she had in mind to teach were ones that could be easily recreated back home without unique ingredients, which is a great concept for this class. These dishes were supplemented by several others for a festive lunch. Highly recommend!
Written 17 October 2022
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Harriet B
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Jan 2018 • Solo
This is the best thing I did during my stay in Chennai - Jyashree, my host, was very welcoming and the experience was so much more than I hoped for. We went to the market to buy supplies (with a temple visit and a little souvenir shopping on the side), then Jyashree showed us how to make various delicious south Indian foods, including sambar which I had particularly requested. The meal we ate was one of the best meals I have eaten in India and I left very full and happy! I would definitely recommend this to anyone, whether you have an interest in cooking yourself or would just like to experience a proper home-cooked meal.
Written 26 January 2018
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Kevin P
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Dec 2024 • Solo
I had an incredible experience with Sirvidya’s private vegetarian cooking class in Chennai! The one-on-one guidance was exceptional, and I learned to make delicious South Indian dishes using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques.
What made the experience even more special was Sirvidya’s help in finding unique ingredients at the end of the class, so I could take them home and recreate the dishes. A must-do for anyone looking to dive into authentic South Indian cuisine. Highly recommended!
What made the experience even more special was Sirvidya’s help in finding unique ingredients at the end of the class, so I could take them home and recreate the dishes. A must-do for anyone looking to dive into authentic South Indian cuisine. Highly recommended!
Written 27 December 2024
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catovanhees1
Amsterdam, The Netherlands26 contributions
Sept 2024 • Friends
We had a lovely evening with Srividya! She taught us delicious recipes with curry leaves that we can now make at home in Switzerland! She also taught us about Indian cuisine and culture, and we had a delicious meal at the end!
Written 6 September 2024
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