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Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class

5.0(133)Kathmandu4 hours
VIATOR5.0(9)TRIPADVISOR5.0(124)
Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class
Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class
Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class
Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class
Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class
Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class

At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Price from
$30 / person
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 133 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 16
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
Come to Vashali Hotel and then ask for directions to Spize restaurant or Karnali Organic Thali by Spize - we are located in the same building.
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in Kathmandu

Description

Namaste Cooking School stands out for its commitment to preserving Nepal's indigenous culinary heritage. Run by women, the school emphasizes authenticity by sourcing ingredients directly from local farmers, ensuring the true flavors of Nepali cuisine are captured. More than just cooking lessons, their sessions offer cultural experiences that celebrate the rich diversity of Himalayan flavors. With a strong focus on indigenous ingredients and close ties to local farmers, Namaste Cooking School fosters a deep appreciation for Nepal's unique culinary traditions, making it a distinctive and enriching experience. Also, our school is located right in the heart of Thamel with easy access to all travellers and culinary enthusiasts.

Tour Options

Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class
  • Pickup included

Highlights

Languages offered: English
Lunch

What's included

Included
Languages offered: English
Lunch
Not included
Gratuities

Pickup Locations & Times

You can come below Himalayan Java Thamel, opposite Fire and Ice Restaurant. You will find our representative waiting for you there with our sign.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Frequently asked questions

How long does Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class take?

Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class lasts about 4 hours.

How much does Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class cost?

Prices start at $30 per person for this Kathmandu experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, pickup is offered. You can come below Himalayan Java Thamel, opposite Fire and Ice Restaurant. You will find our representative waiting for you there with our sign. Pickup points include MEET_AT_DEPARTURE_POINT, CONTACT_SUPPLIER_LATER, LOC-6eKJ+or5y8o99Qw0C8xWyFCIFObbltDJOBP4m4Dn+As=.

What languages is Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class worth it?

Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 133 verified reviews; it is run by Classic Nepal. Most-mentioned highlights: Languages offered: English; Lunch.

Reviews(133)

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227senai
June 18, 2026
The most amazing experience in Kathmandu

The teacher is a lovely person who is fluent in Japanese and English. They give me a lot of praise and cheer me up. During the lesson, he explained Nepalese food culture in an easy way. It was one of the most wonderful experiences I had while in Kathmandu. It's a little hard to tell where the classroom is, but you don't have to worry because they explain in detail beforehand.

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lucybX9680LD
May 22, 2026
Perfect

I got this cooking class for my birthday as a surprise and it absolutely made my birthday! The women who ran the class were so fun and informative and they even surprised me with a birthday cake. My boyfriend and I can’t recommend this class enough. Thank you❤️

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kellyhQ8899TD
May 5, 2026
Delicious and amazing experience!

What an amazing experience! The rooftop cooking school had a beautiful view and it was so nice being guided through all the steps by my instructor. She was so patient, kind, and very supportive of me! I made the thukpa (noodle soup), vegetarian momos and chocolate momos for dessert. Everything was at my own pace and the food was delicious! I learned 4 different momo folds and even how to make masala chiya too. The best part is all the recipes were sent to me after class so ill be able to make them again and again! Would 100% recommend this class.

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hannagroundwater
April 29, 2026
FABULOUS and DELICIOUS

FABULOUS experience - we cooked Thukpa, vegetarian Momos and Chocolate Momos. We got to choose from multiple options to cook, which was pre-arranged prior to arrival. The ladies are absolutely amazing cooks and great teachers. My mum was terrible at forming the momo shape, but they had such patience when teaching her. The food cooked is fresh and delicious. Cannot wait to receive the recipes online to cook when i return home!

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23magd
April 21, 2026
Amazing!

I had an absolutely amazing experience at Namaste Cooking School! Since I had already done a Momo cooking course before, I wanted to do something else, but we were two people and the other person did want to make Momos - we promptly made two different main courses in parallel to accomodate everybody, and it was all so well organized! The food was absolutely delicious, everything was explained in great detail, the location is very clean and neat. I can whole heartedly recommend this location to everybody :)

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H425FKjessek
April 1, 2026
The best cooking class in Kathmandu

My wife and I had an amazing time. The ladies are amazing chefs and very patient!! (Folding momos is harder than it looks ha). We choose to make menu set 1 and every single dish had fresh ingredients and tasted delicious!!! Time flew by and we left with very full stomachs.

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L4359LOlouisd
February 16, 2026
I wanted to learn how to prepare and cook momo's from scratch and Namaste Cooking School taught me.

The cooking school experience I had with chefs Sabita and Sushila far out weighed my expectations. These ladies helped me prepare the 3 meals in menu 2, which included how to prepare the vegetables for the momo's and the dipping sauce. They both have great skills and a fantastic personality, they make you feel part of their family. They have incredible skills at passing on their teaching skills to people who have never cooked Nepalese food before. I highly recommend Namaste Cooking School has a must to learn Nepalese cooking, it was the highlight of my visit to Kathmandu. Louis Dalby - Australia

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micha_sJ8679VG
January 27, 2026
Must have in Kathmandu

Fantastic activity. Perfect location. The girls leading the classes do a fantastic job. Communication is very easy and effortless, they are engaged and very kind. We really enjoyed our time with you. We recommend it to everyone.

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brianlB6478LY
January 22, 2026
Yummy Katmandu

We were a group of 5 that had a wonderful afternoon learning to cook. The beautiful rooftop kitchen area was clean and could easily handle twice our group size. We made everything from scratch with the freshest of ingredients. The instructors were delightful, sometimes singing and dancing as we cooked. We would go back to try and make one of their other preselected meals. Highly recommended.

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msX8217XO
January 15, 2026
Smiles, Food and and great experience!

The ladies at the Namaste Cooking School were amazing. They usually have groups but did a great job with me being solo. Clean, tasty and friendly. I hope to return with friends and family and suggest it for anyone wanted to experience the food and smiles of Nepal.

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