Ella Sri Lanka Cooking Class Experience

We loved everything about this cooking class in Irosha and Kamala’s sweet little hillside kitchen (with beautiful views!). We had made special requests prior to the class and these were generously accommodated (chilli-free options to cater to allergy, for coconut roti lesson, and the lesson to be private). We were made to feel so welcome and it was a very relaxed, comfortable atmosphere - perfect for learning new things! We are keen home-cooks and were pleasantly surprised that all the spices used were ones we have in our own kitchen drawer - but they were used in ways that had us salivating excitedly, impatient to eat the finished dishes… and we can’t wait to get cooking once we are back home! We loved every single dish, but the cabbage curry was new to us and was just incredible… irresistibly moreish. 100% recommend this class.

The most amazing family in the most gorgeous part of Ella. We got to make 5 delicious curry’s that we ate with a great view. It was definitely the highlight of my day in Ella. Thanks so much for having us - Would highly recommend!

One of the best cooking classes I have done. The hospitality is amazing, lovely welcoming family and the food is fantastic! So good we’re going back tomorrow!

Really great cooking class with authentic Sri Lankan cuisine. Irosha and her mother were so friendly, they even looked after our little baby boy so we could enjoy the delicious curries. The cooking class takes place outdoors with a beautiful view at the sunset. We highly recommend this cooking class!

Great cookery session and made a delicious dinner which we all shared. Irosha and her mum explained and demonstrated everything well and then encouraged us all to join in. Made a chicken, a potato and a cabbage curry plus a lentil dhal (my favourite!) and rice and poppadoms. Good value for money. Definitely recommend. Met lovely couple, Jess and Sam. Good luck with your travels.

We had such an amazing experience with this cooking class in Sri Lanka! From start to finish, everything was perfect. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the team made us feel right at home. The class was incredibly well organized and fun. We learned to cook several traditional Sri Lankan dishes step by step, with clear explanations and lots of tips that we can actually reuse at home. The ingredients were fresh, the flavors were incredible, and it was so rewarding to cook everything ourselves. What really made it special was the people — so kind, patient, and passionate about sharing their culture and cuisine. It felt much more than just a cooking class; it was a genuine cultural experience. We absolutely loved it and would recommend it to anyone visiting Sri Lanka. One of the highlights of our trip! Si tu veux, je peux l’adapter avec le nom du cours ou ajouter un détail perso pour que ça fasse encore plus authentique 👍

Amazing experience - lots of dishes to try and made friends with the couple who also did this class! Really fun experience and yummy food.

Had the most amazing experience at this cooking class. Very traditional and the most delicious curry I’ve ever tasted.

We had such a lovely experience at Mother’s Cooking Class in Ella — it was one of the most authentic and enjoyable things we did during our trip. The setting is absolutely beautiful, surrounded by nature, which made the whole experience feel really special and peaceful. It’s such a unique place to learn to cook, and you really feel immersed in the local culture. During the class, we made a full traditional Sri Lankan meal — rice and five different curries, including chicken curry, cabbage curry, coconut sambal, lentil curry, and potato curry. Everything was explained so clearly, and it was amazing to learn how each dish is made from scratch. The food turned out absolutely delicious, and it was so satisfying getting to eat everything we had prepared. It felt very hands-on and authentic, rather than overly formal, which made it even more enjoyable. The only thing to note is that there are quite a lot of steps to reach the class, and they can be a bit uneven — so just something to be aware of. But honestly, the experience is so worth it once you get there. I would definitely recommend this to anyone visiting Ella — such a memorable way to experience Sri Lankan food and culture.

Yesterday we had a cooking class with Irosha and her lovely mother. They taught us how to cook a bunch of different curry’s and side dishes. The place has an amazing view so that made the cooking experience even better! If you are looking for a great Sri Lankan cooking experience we would recommend coming here! Thank you so much and when we get to Sri Lanka again, we will be back!