Kathmandu: Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking & Momo-Making Class
Description
The Half-Day Cooking Class in Kathmandu is more than just a culinary exercise; it’s an expedition into the soul of Nepali culture. Nestled amidst the historic and bustling lanes of Thamel, this activity serves as a bridge between age-old Nepali traditions and the eager global traveler. Beginning with a tactile and visual feast at the local market, participants are introduced to a vibrant array of indigenous ingredients, each with its own tale and significance. As the aroma of fresh produce and spices fills the air, the hands-on cooking session commences, transforming raw ingredients into iconic Nepali dishes. Guided by the seasoned wisdom of local chefs, every stir, knead, and sizzle reveals not just cooking techniques but echoes of centuries-old traditions. And as participants finally gather around to savor their culinary creations, the flavors transcend mere taste.
Tour Options
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you any location inside Kathmandu Valley.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Reviews(17)
This was one of the best experiences we have had while traveling. Our cooking instructor, Nish, dis an exceptional job. She has personality plus and explained everything in detail yet very understandable. What a treasure Nish is to this company. Bickram helped us shop for the ingredients for the dishes we were to make. He was very informational as well. This was one of the best and authentic experiences we have had. We highly, highly recommend this experience! We were cautiously, skeptical before booking this and have absolutely no regrets after this fabulous evening cooking and talking with Nish and Bickram. Book it noe is you are in Kathmandu!
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled to hear that your cooking class with Nish and Bickram exceeded your expectations. It’s fantastic that Nish’s teaching, personality, and clear explanations, along with Bickram’s guidance during shopping, made the experience both authentic and memorable. We truly appreciate your high recommendation and are delighted that this experience became one of your best travel memories in Kathmandu. We hope to welcome you back for more unique and unforgettable adventures in Nepal! Warm regards, Luxury Holidays Nepal Team
What a fantastic experience! Nish was so lovely, she chatted with us and got to know us, she was super friendly. We were given a choice of what to make from the menu and we were super excited to make momos! We each had a turn to do different things and the cooking process didn’t feel rushed. We didn’t need to buy dinner that night as we ate our wonderful creations! The food was all fresh and we had the option to go to the market to get the food. Water was included in the price!
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cooking class and had fun making momos with Nish. She will be thrilled to know that her friendliness, guidance, and personalized approach made the session so enjoyable. It’s great to know that you appreciated the fresh ingredients, the market visit, and the relaxed pace of the class. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again for more memorable culinary experiences in Nepal! Warm regards, Luxury Holidays Nepal Team
Thank you so much for such a humourous and easy-going Momos Making Class✨ We thoroughly enjoyed it! Everything was made fresh on-site from start to finish; dicing the filling, dough, and of course folding the duplings. Nish was cheerful and capable as was her co-worker. The place is clean, with a modern feel and even an AC for the hot times in the kitchen. Would highly recommend this experience for a small travel group or a family outing for a lunch or dinner. Thanks for the recipies and memories!
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience! We’re thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed the Momo Making Class and found it fun, easy-going, and memorable. Nish and her co-worker will be delighted to know that their cheerfulness and guidance enhanced your experience. We’re glad you appreciated the fresh ingredients, clean environment, and modern facilities, and we truly value your recommendation for other travelers and families. We hope to welcome you back for more delightful culinary experiences in Nepal! Warm regards, Luxury Holidays Nepal Team
Had such a great time at Kathmandu cooking academy. My teacher, Nishma was so welcoming, friendly and helpful when it came to the class. I loved how informative and accessible the whole thing was, I got to buy some of the fresh vegetables and access to their cookbook! Overall a fantastic experience would highly recommend!
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the cooking and momo-making class with Nishma and found the experience informative and enjoyable. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we are delighted that you had a fantastic time exploring Nepali cuisine. We look forward to welcoming you again for more memorable experiences in Nepal. Warm regards, Luxury Holidays Nepal Team
Truly a wonderful experience. I made 3 dishes and the event was exactly as advertised. Staff was warm and welcoming. I highly recommend for anyone who wants to better understand Nepali food and the labor of love it is to create it. The full course includes an appetizer, entree, and dessert.
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with the Nepali cooking class. It’s great to know that the session lived up to your expectations and that you enjoyed preparing the full course from appetizer to dessert. We're especially happy to hear that our team made you feel welcome and that the experience deepened your appreciation for Nepali cuisine and culture. We would be truly honored to host you again on your next visit, whether it's for more culinary experiences or exploring more of Nepal's beauty. Warm regards, Luxury Holidays Nepal Team
Fantastic, fun and informative class. The menu and food was awesome food to enjoy after preparing and cooking. Highly recommended.
We're so glad you had a fun and informative experience at the Nepali Cooking Class in Thamel. It’s wonderful to hear that you enjoyed both the cooking process and the delicious food afterwards. Your recommendation means a lot to us! We hope to welcome you back for another culinary adventure soon Regards Luxury Holidays Team
We really enjoyed the Nepali cooking class in a small group environment. The class was interactive and well run with the opportunity to prepare a wide choice of 3 meals per person (appetiser, main course and dessert). It was an added bonus to go on the shopping trip to purchase the local fresh produce to be used in the preparing the meals. The food was delicious and I feel like I can try and prepare the meals myself back home. Thanks for a great class!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the Nepali cooking class and found it both fun and interactive. It’s great to know that the experience of choosing fresh, local ingredients during the shopping trip added to your overall enjoyment. We’re thrilled that you felt inspired and confident enough to try making these dishes at home. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’re so pleased to have been part of such a memorable experience for you. We hope to welcome you to more of our unique culinary adventures in the future! Regards Luxury Holidays Team
The visit to buy fresh ingredients wasn’t to the market as I had thought, but instead to a couple of local shops. This in itself was unique and charming-adding to the experience. The chef was professionally trained and shared lots of his knowledge about cooking techniques.The kitchen we worked in was very clean The food we cooked was delicious.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cooking class unique and charming. It's always a great opportunity to experience the local flavors and culture in such a personal way. We're especially glad that you appreciated the professional training and insights from our chef. It’s wonderful to hear you learned valuable cooking techniques while working in such a clean and well-equipped kitchen. And, of course, we’re so happy you loved the food you cooked—it sounds like a truly delicious experience! We hope this cooking adventure inspires you to try out new recipes at home, and we’d love to have you back for another class anytime! Regards Luxury Holidays
Very nice introduction to nepalese cooking. You can decide at the start which meals your interested in, so if you want to go for two days, there is enough to explore. The imventory was very clean and the cooks were friendliy and professional.
Thank you for sharing your positive feedback about your experience with our Nepalese cooking introduction! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the opportunity to choose your meals and that you found the inventory to be clean and well-maintained. It’s wonderful to know that our cooks provided a friendly and professional atmosphere, making your experience even more enjoyable. We aim to create memorable culinary experiences, and your feedback reassures us that we’re on the right track. If you’re interested in exploring more culinary adventures or any other experiences in Nepal, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We would love to assist you again! Warm regards, Luxury Holidays Team
I took a 3 hour cooking class with 2 other people. We could choose 3 meals we wanted to prepare (Dal Bhat, Momos and Yomari). We got the ingredients from a small store across the street (this was advertised as "going to a local market" but didn't really add anything to the course) and started cooking. Our cook explained everything very well and patiently and I am confident to be able to cook these recipes at home. At the end we could buy a recipe book for 400 rupies (not included in the course fee) which I did, the book is very good. All the food we cooked was delicious and we were absolutely stuffed at the end of the course. If you like cooking: Can wholeheartedly recommend!
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Nepali Cooking Class in Thamel, Kathmandu. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the class and found it both informative and enjoyable. It’s wonderful to know that you were able to choose and prepare three delicious dishes, and that our cook explained everything well and patiently, giving you the confidence to recreate these recipes at home. We appreciate your feedback regarding the visit to the local store and will take it into consideration for improving future classes. We’re glad you found the recipe book valuable and enjoyed the food you prepared. Thank you for your wholehearted recommendation! We hope to welcome you back for more culinary adventures in the future. Warm regards, The Team at Luxury Holidays Nepal
