Learn 5-6 & Eat 9-10 Veg & Non-Veg Authentic Dish in a Delhi Home

A cooking class in a Delhi family home is interesting because it turns food into conversation, not just a checklist of recipes. I love the hands-on format, where Malika and Anurag work with you step by step, not around you. I also like that you start with chai or coffee and street-style snacks, so you taste before you cook.

One consideration: the included dinner can include chicken or mutton along with kebab or tikka, so if you follow a strict vegetarian diet or avoid specific proteins, you should confirm options early.

Key points at a glance

• Private, at-home cooking with Malika and Anurag, where both hosts actively teach and cook
• Learn 5-6 dishes, then eat 9-10 including breads and dessert
• Street snacks included like chaat with green sauce, dahi bhalla, plus pakora and masala tea or coffee
• Proper dinner meal, with curry, kebab or tikka, lentils, biryani, naan, and homemade dessert
• Dietary flexibility has happened in past sessions, including pescatarian customization

Cooking in a Delhi home, not a demo kitchen

This experience runs in New Delhi, starting at 3:00 pm at Nishat Park, Sector 15 Dwarka. The full session is about 7 hours, and the cooking class itself is roughly 6 hours, so you get a real chunk of time in the kitchen and at the table.

It is also private. Only your group participates, which matters because you are not sharing counter space or competing for attention while you learn techniques.

If you are the kind of person who likes to know why food tastes the way it does, you will probably enjoy the pace. You get practical guidance, plus time to talk about local life and customs.

The welcome: chai or coffee plus street snacks

Before you start chopping or stirring, you settle in with an introductory chat. You can choose masala tea, coffee, or another traditional Indian drink, and it comes with snacks right away.

The snack lineup is built around comfort food and street favorites. You will have mix vegetable pakora, and street snacks like chaat with green sauce. You also get dahi bhalla, which is a cool, tangy counterpoint to fried snacks and spicy flavors.

This opening works well if you are hungry. It also gives you a chance to get your bearings fast, before the kitchen turns into a working station.

What you actually cook: 5-6 dishes with real technique

The core of the class is hands-on cooking. You are not watching while someone else makes everything. You are actively participating, guided by the hosts at their family home.

You will learn a mix of Indian staples and classics, including items like curry, lentils, and kebabs, plus traditional bread and rice. The exact menu can vary, but the idea is consistent: you get the fundamentals of Indian home cooking and the habits that make dishes come out right.

For example, curries in India are often about balancing heat, acid, and spice depth, and lentils are about texture and seasoning so they do not feel flat. Kebabs tend to reward technique too, especially with marination and timing.

Bread and rice are not afterthoughts here. They are part of the learning plan, so you understand how the meal connects, not just how the curry tastes.

The dinner table: how you end up tasting 9-10 dishes

Even if you cook only part of the meal, you still eat a lot. The experience is designed so you taste at least 10 different Indian dishes, including breads and dessert, plus several other sides.

Included in the dinner menu, you can expect options like one selected chicken or mutton curry, plus one selected tikka or kebab. There is also a lentil dish, a dry vegetable with cottage cheese, and either mutton or chicken biryani. Naan is included, and so is homemade dessert.

That is a lot of food for one evening, and it is a good thing. You get to compare flavors and textures across the meal. Fried snacks at the start, savory curries and kebabs in the middle, biryani for a rice-heavy finale, then dessert to close it out.

If you are worried about spice levels, keep this in mind: the hosts teach at your pace and you also have the chance to talk about preferences. In one past session, the menu was customized for a pescatarian diet, and an egg curry became a highlight.

Vegetarian and non-veg are both part of the plan

This is not a purely vegetarian cooking class. The included dinner includes meat options, and the overall concept is vegetarian and non-vegetarian cooking.

That said, the meal still has plenty of vegetarian-friendly items built in. You will have dry vegetables with cottage cheese, plus lentils, naan, and rice dishes. And the experience is structured so you learn the “why” behind flavors, not just the “what.”

If you avoid meat, do not assume you will automatically get a meat-free version. Ask directly what is included and what can be swapped. The fact that menu customization has happened before is a good sign, but it is still smart to confirm.

A Diwali-themed meal and the power of family prep

One reason this class stands out in a practical way is how much effort goes into it before you arrive. In a review, Malika described preparing for weeks, asking ahead about what dishes you want to learn and whether you have any restrictions.

That kind of prep changes the feel of the class. It means you are less likely to get a generic menu that does not match your tastes.

In at least one session, the dinner was Diwali themed. Even if your evening is not a festival night, you can expect the hosts to bring personality and care to the cooking, not just instructions.

Conversations that go beyond recipes

What surprised me in a good way is how much time is spent outside the stove. The hosts talk with you during the cooking and share stories about local customs and what food means for different occasions and regions.

There is also a warm family element to the setup. Two adults from distinct cultures, traditions, and faiths live harmoniously together, and both are active in the class. That matters because it turns the meal into a snapshot of everyday India, not a packaged show.

If you like travel moments where you learn how people actually live, you will likely appreciate this part. You are not just tasting food, you are hearing how food fits into daily life.

Transfers, timing, and the small logistics that matter

You start at Nishat Park, Sector 15 Dwarka and return there. The experience notes hassle-free transfers from your New Delhi hotel, but it also says private transportation is not included.

So what should you do with that? Plan to confirm how pickup works for your exact location. If you are staying far from Dwarka, you will want clarity on whether you are picked up by a shared vehicle, a scheduled transfer, or another arrangement.

The timing is also worth thinking about. Starting at 3:00 pm means you will likely want a light lunch or a proper snack before you go. You end with a full dinner, so arriving starving can feel great at first, then tiring later.

Price and value: is $120 worth it?

At $120 per person, you are paying for a private, hands-on home experience, not a group class in a commercial studio. For me, the best way to judge value is to count what you get, then compare it to how much attention you receive.

Here is what is included: snacks, masala tea or coffee, street-style chaat, dahi bhalla, a multi-dish dinner with curry, kebab or tikka, lentils, biryani, naan, and homemade dessert. You also get instruction for 5-6 dishes, with guidance that aims to help you recreate dishes later.

The private element is the biggest value driver. In a home kitchen with local chefs, you tend to get more direct help with technique, pacing, and tasting.

One tradeoff: the meal includes meat options. If you eat only vegetarian and the menu cannot be adjusted to your needs, you could feel like you are paying for items you do not plan to eat.

Practical tips so you get the most from the evening

This kind of class rewards preparation. Show up hungry, but not so full that you cannot taste later.

Bring a small list of questions. You can ask about spice levels, what substitutions work at home, or how to repeat the dish once you are back. Since the class focuses on making Indian cooking accessible, asking about replicating techniques is not out of place.

If you have restrictions, say them clearly. In past sessions, customization happened for a pescatarian diet, which suggests the hosts take preferences seriously.

Also, wear something comfortable. You will be in and around a kitchen environment for hours, and you do not want to fight clothing while you cook.

Who should book, and who should skip

This experience is a great match if you want an authentic Delhi food evening where you cook, eat, and talk with real people. It is also a solid choice if you are newer to cooking, because the hosts guide you step by step and adjust to your pace.

It is especially good if you like Indian food variety. The meal is designed so you taste across categories, from curry and lentils to kebabs and biryani, then finish with dessert.

You might want to think twice if you do not want any meat dishes in your included meal. Since the dinner menu includes chicken or mutton options, you will need to confirm that your preferences can be handled.

Should you book this Delhi home cooking class?

Book it if you want a private, hands-on night of Indian cooking in a real family home, with Malika and Anurag teaching you dishes you can actually recreate. The combination of tasting a lot, learning 5-6 dishes, and having time to talk makes it feel like more than just dinner.

Skip or reconsider if you need a fully meat-free meal and you cannot confirm substitutions. Also consider your appetite, because this is not a small class snack situation, it is a full meal plus multiple tastings.

If you book, message your host with your preferences soon. That is how you maximize the chance your menu fits you, and it also sets you up for a smoother, more enjoyable evening in the kitchen.

FAQ

What is the duration of the cooking class?

It runs for about 7 hours in total, with the cooking class itself lasting approximately 6 hours.

What time does it start and when does it end?

It starts at 3:00 pm and ends back at the meeting point.

Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Nishat Park, Sector 15 Dwarka, Dwarka, Delhi, India.

Is this a private experience?

Yes, it is a private tour or activity, and only your group participates.

How much does it cost?

The price is $120.00 per person.

What dishes are included for tasting and dinner?

You will learn 5-6 dishes and taste at least 10 Indian dishes, including breads and dessert. Dinner includes items such as chicken or mutton curry, tikka or kebab, lentils, dry vegetable with cottage cheese, biryani, naan, and homemade dessert.

What snacks and drinks are included?

You get masala tea or coffee (or another traditional Indian drink), plus snacks such as mix vegetable pakora, chaat with green sauce, and dahi bhalla.

Is transportation included?

Hassle-free transfers from your New Delhi hotel are mentioned, but private transportation is listed as not included. You should confirm the pickup arrangement for your exact location.

Can the menu be adjusted for dietary preferences?

The experience is described as covering vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes, and there is evidence of menu customization for dietary needs in past sessions. You should share restrictions when booking.

What is the cancellation policy?

Free cancellation is allowed. You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund. If you cancel within 24 hours, the amount paid will not be refunded.