Nepal · COOKING CLASSES
Momo dough, dal bhat from scratch, and a kitchen small enough that you do the work rather than watch it. The 15 below give prices, class length and how much you actually cook; several are run by women’s cooperatives in Kathmandu, and those are the ones to book first.
Cook four Nepali dishes in Thamel, learn spices and momos in a small group, and eat what you make with coffee or tea.
“This was delectable!!! Our cooking instructor was amazing. I was most amazed with the mo mos, though everything was good.”
Kathmandu women-led cooking class in Thamel with a market visit, hands-on momo and dal bhat cooking, and masala tea plus tasting.
“Great cookery class! Nishma and Vikram were really good teachers! The food was really good and can’t recommend the class enough! Can’t wait to try and make some of the food again when I’m home”
Learn Kathmandu staples from scratch. Market walk, hands-on momo and dal bhat cooking, plus tasting and masala tea for about $9.
“This Nepalese cooking class was an unforgettable experience! The friendly staff made learning traditional recipes fun and engaging, while the super clean kitchen ensured a smooth process. From fresh ingredients that we got to shop for to hands-on techniques, every detail was thoughtfully planned. The best part? Tasting the incredibly flavorful dishes we prepared - an absolute treat! Highly recommended for food lovers and cultural enthusiasts.”
Women-led Nepali cooking class in Kathmandu’s Thamel. Masala chai welcome, hands-on meal, lunch, recipe book, and pickup options.
“Fantastic class, the girls were incredibly upbeat and friendly and made the whole experience so enjoyable. I was on my own and I had a great time with them. You cook everything yourself with their guidance and there was no cleaning up on my part, they did everything for me. I would definitely recommend this class while in Kathmandu.”
A small Pokhara cooking class where you make momos or dal bhat from scratch with a local family, then eat your meal near Phewa Lake.
“We love momos! They are tricky to make though! Nothing beats hands on teaching to learn the technique, with instructions on finger and thumb placement, grip pressure etc. It was a really fun class, and good to chat as we ate our tasty and beautifully imperfect creations!”
Shop market ingredients and cook Nepali favorites in a private Kathmandu home with hotel pickup, masala tea, and PDF recipes.
“This cooking class was so much fun. The family is so kind and I had so a good time there. I learned how to prepare Dal Bhat and Momos and even received the recipes afterwards. Don't miss on this one!”
Cook momos or dal bhat in Sarita’s Pokhara home kitchen. Hands-on spices, fresh ingredients, meal, recipes, and Lakeside transfer.
“Really nice experience, we happily learned about the local cuisine, how to cook Dal Bhat and how locals live. Everything is well organized, neat timing, transfer, clean kitchen and fresh products.”
A small-group Kathmandu cooking class with a market tour, hands-on momo and dal bhat, plus masala tea, chef coaching, and pickup in Thamel.
“Such a great experience! You have to select what the group makes so if you, like me, went expecting to cook Momo, you have to convince the group to do so. But thankfully there was only a small group and they wanted to make Momo too so we did. Amazing experience with fun chefs.”
Shop ingredients in Kathmandu, learn momo and dal bhat with a chef, then eat your meal with masala tea. Pickup optional.
“AMAZING HOST, she was welcoming, energetic, enthusiastic, brought us to the market, explained everything and introduced us very well to the Nepalese culture. The food was delicious and we can’t wait to cook Nepalese food again at home. Thanks for everything, we highly recommend 😋”
Hands-on Kathmandu cooking class for momo and dal bhat, with a market stop, Nepali masala tea, and optional hotel pickup for $5.
“We had a fantastic time, we loved this cooking class, the food was amazing. We had a great time”
Hands-on Kathmandu class to shop ingredients, cook momo and dal bhat, and taste with masala tea. Small group, optional pickup.
“we had a great time cooking some traditional Nepali dishes. before cooking we took a short walk to market to get some ingredients. we cooked various dishes based on the classes decision and then ate the food. e had a great group of 9 people. the master chef and his 2 assistants were very helpful.”
Cook Nepal in Pokhara with Aama Kitchen. Hands-on MoMo or Dal Bhat in a home kitchen, plus hotel pickup and recipe to take home.
“Definitely one of the highlights of my family’s trip to Nepal. We’ve enjoyed eating momos now we know how to make them. Being in a real home kitchen and meeting Aama and her lovely 2 sons was a great experience that I’d really recommend. Informative, interesting and a lot of fun for us all.”
Shop Thamel’s local market, cook with Nepali chefs, and eat your creations. Vegetarian options, recipes, pickup, all for $30.
“We were four persons this day. Not room for any more in the small kitchen. A nice morning although it was a bit stressful and more like putting ingredients togheter, than a schooling.”
Kathmandu Thamel cooking class with a market tour, women-led momo making, Nepali masala tea, and tastings. 3 hours, $35 with pickup option.
“Fantastic, fun and informative class. The menu and food was awesome food to enjoy after preparing and cooking. Highly recommended.”
Hands-on Kathmandu cooking class with market shopping, masala tea, and momo making. Pick a menu, cook dal bhat, then eat what you make.
“Fantastic Culinary Experience at Kathmandu Cooking Academy! Kathmandu Cooking Academy offers an amazing hands-on experience for anyone interested in Nepali cuisine. The class was both interesting and delicious, making it a perfect blend of learning and enjoyment. The chef who guided us was not only professional but also very friendly, patiently answering all our questions about the preparation process, ingredients, and the unique spices used in Nepali cooking. We gained valuable insights into the culture and techniques behind traditional dishes, and the best part was getting to enjoy a fantastic meal at the end of the course. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and authentic. If you’re looking ...”
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