Experience a genuine immersion into local Indian culture with your native host in Bengaluru — a personal, family-style welcome that sets this activity apart from a typical cooking class. Start with an optional visit to a local market with your host, where you'll hand-pick the fresh vegetables, spices, and herbs for your meal and see firsthand why freshness matters in Indian cooking. Then customize your hands-on culinary experience: choose from dishes like mavinakai chitranna (tangy raw mango rice), Chettinad chicken curry, or sambar, spanning different regional flavors and techniques rather than following a fixed menu. Your native host shares genuine insights into Indian cooking and culture throughout, so you leave not just with recipes, but with real stories, techniques, and a taste of authentic Bengaluru hospitality.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Private Cooking and Dining Experience in Bengaluru lasts about 4 hours.
Prices start at $100 per person for this Bangalore 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.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Nami's Kitchen is situated at the aforementioned location. We can meet at the security office by the entry gate of the block. I kindly request guests to contact me via telephone or message once the booking is confirmed. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 8 travellers can book together.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
A perfectly managed afternoon. Was greeted by the host and her husband into their beautiful home. Spent the afternoon learning techniques and skills that I’m excited to bring home. The food was expansive and so tasty. Thank you for the wonderful time learning about Indian cooking!
I had an absolutely wonderful cooking experience with Dr. Namita in Bangalore. Despite my very last minute request, she graciously accepted and even reached out beforehand to ask what dishes I was interested in learning. She thoughtfully tailored the class to my preferences and generously shared her mother-in-law's treasured paneer puri recipe, which made the experience feel even more special. Dr. Namita and her husband welcomed me warmly into their cosy home, making me feel like a family friend rather than a guest. They patiently guided me through preparing an entire feast of authentic Indian dishes, sharing not just recipes but also valuable tips and techniques along the way. Every single dish we made was incredibly delicious! As a solo traveller, I felt completely safe, comfortable, and at ease throughout the experience. They are such a kind, friendly, and hospitable couple, and spending time with their beautiful dog was an added bonus. If you're looking for an authentic, personalised, and memorable cooking class in Bangalore, I cannot recommend Dr. Namita highly enough. It was truly one of the highlights of my trip, and I left with not only fantastic recipes but also wonderful memories.
Dear Ainur, Thank you so much for your beautiful and heartfelt review. It was truly a pleasure welcoming you into our home and sharing our food, traditions, and family recipes with you. Your enthusiasm and warmth made the cooking experience equally special for us. I am delighted that you enjoyed the dishes, especially our treasured paneer puri recipe, and that you felt safe, comfortable, and at home with us. We thoroughly enjoyed your company, and even our Babu our dog, was very happy to have you around! Thank you for choosing Nami’s Kitchen and for making us a part of your Bangalore memories. We hope our paths cross again someday. With warm wishes, Dr. Namita and family
Have you ever imagined what it feels like to meet family while traveling in a foreign country? That was exactly how this experience felt for us. The moment we walked into their home, it didn’t feel like meeting strangers for the first time. It felt like visiting old friends. We sat together, chatted about life, work, relationships, traveling… just very naturally. Warmly. No pressure at all. And then little by little, we started cooking together. What I loved most was that they let us truly participate in the important parts of the cooking process, but without making it stressful or overly complicated. It felt very balanced and welcoming, even for someone not used to cooking Indian food. One of my favorite moments was seeing the beautiful Indian spice box filled with different spices. Then they showed us how Indian seasoning works — heating ghee together with spices and pouring it into the dish at the end. Honestly, it reminded me of the Chinese technique of pouring hot oil over dishes like 水煮魚 at the final step. That moment was SO exciting for me. You suddenly realize how different Indian cooking techniques are from other Asian cuisines… but at the same time, there are also these beautiful similarities between cultures. And finally… I LEARNED how to make the famous Indian spiced rice 😭✨ Seriously, when the rice finished cooking and the aroma came out… wow. Achievement unlocked hahaha. They also prepared seafood, fish, and chicken based on what we personally enjoy eating, so the whole meal felt very customized and thoughtful. The funniest part is… without even noticing, we spent more than two hours just cooking, talking, laughing, preparing ingredients together, and sharing stories. Then we finally sat down and ate together like a family dinner. And even after dinner, they continued sharing so many local recommendations with us — where to explore in India, where to find great craft beer in Bangalore, where to buy good leather products… honestly at some point they felt more like amazing local friends and tour guides than hosts 😆 This experience was so much more than a cooking class. It felt like being welcomed into someone’s real life. The food was abundant, comforting, homemade, deeply flavorful, and everything was thoughtfully prepared and customized for us beforehand. If you want to experience warm home-style Indian cooking, meaningful conversation, cultural exchange, and a truly personal experience in India — you absolutely should come here. I already know I’ll come back again. Now it honestly feels like we became friends ❤️
Dear Winnie, Your words truly touched my heart. Thank you for describing the experience so beautifully and so thoughtfully. It means so much to know that our home felt warm, welcoming, and familiar to you — just like visiting old friends. We absolutely loved cooking, chatting, laughing, and sharing stories with both of you. The way you connected Indian cooking techniques with Chinese food traditions was such a special moment for us too. Food really does show us how different cultures can still feel beautifully connected. I am so happy that you both enjoyed the spices, the seasoning, the spiced rice, seafood, fish, chicken, and our little family-style dinner together. More than anything, we are grateful that this felt like more than a cooking class — because for us too, it felt like spending time with wonderful new friends. Thank you for your warmth, curiosity, and kindness. We would be so happy to welcome you again whenever you return to India. Until then, you will always have a home and friends here in Bangalore. ❤️ With love, Namita Hommadegourmet / Nami’s Kitchen
Great food & learnt a lot about Indian cooking techniques. Very friendly and welcoming for solo travellers.
Thank you so much, Julia! It was a pleasure hosting you at Nami’s Kitchen. I’m so glad you enjoyed the food and the Indian cooking techniques. It means a lot to know you felt comfortable and welcomed as a solo traveller. Wishing you many more memorable culinary adventures!
Namita and her husband are gracious hosts, welcoming you into their home and lives. Namita is an excellent chef and teacher eager to share her expertise and love of Indian cooking. If you value authentic travel experiences, you do not want to miss this one. We are a group of 3 friends, aged 24 to 65 and all agreed that if could’ve given this experience 10 stars we would’ve.
Dear Beth, Thank you so much for your beautiful words! It was truly a joy welcoming you and your friends into our home. We loved your enthusiasm, curiosity, and the wonderful energy you brought to the experience. I’m so glad the cooking, conversations, and shared moments felt authentic and memorable for all three of you. Hearing that you would have given it 10 stars means the world to us! You’re always welcome back in our kitchen whenever you return to India. Until then, wishing you many delicious adventures ahead. Warm regards, Namita & Nishit
What a fun day with Namita and Nishit. We started with a visit to the market which was half the fun, great colours and characters and interesting fruit and veggies. Then a few hours of great fun cooking, stirring, muddling, chatting, laughing and generally having a lovely afternoon. The food we shared was sensational (all the better for feeling we had at least a hand in it). Thoroughly recommended if you want a cooking experience rather than just a demonstration.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We absolutely loved spending the day with you — from exploring the lively market to cooking, chatting, laughing, and creating a meal together. The market walk is one of our favourite parts too, and it makes us so happy that you enjoyed the colours, the people, and all the little discoveries along the way. Cooking with you was such a delight, and we’re thrilled that you enjoyed every moment of the hands-on experience. The dishes truly become special when they’re prepared together, and we’re glad you felt that joy as well. Thank you for choosing a full cooking experience with us and for sharing your kind words. You made our afternoon memorable too, and we hope to welcome you back whenever you’re in Bengaluru again! Warm regards, Namita & Nishit Nami’s Kitchen 🌿✨
We had such a wonderful afternoon cooking with Namita and her husband. They met us at our car, welcomed us into their home and together we prepared the most amazing meal. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who loves Indian food and is looking learn more about the foods and spices that make it so delicious. What made it even more special was the time we spent getting to know Namita and her husband. Truly a wonderful day.
Dear Beth, Thank you so much for your beautiful words! It was an absolute joy welcoming you and Tammy into our home and cooking together. We truly enjoyed the conversations, the laughter, and the wonderful energy you brought to the kitchen. I’m so glad you loved the dishes and the experience of learning about our spices and flavors. Sharing our food and culture becomes even more meaningful when we meet guests like you. You made the afternoon special for us too, and we’re grateful for the memories. Wishing you both safe travels and many delicious adventures ahead — our door is always open whenever you return to Bengaluru! Warm regards, Namita & Nishit Nami’s Kitchen 🌿✨
A Wonderful Cooking Experience with Namita My husband Chris and I had the most wonderful time at our cooking class with Namita. The vegetarian menu she had created was excellent - full of flavour, colour, and variety. Namita is a thoughtful and thorough teacher, explaining each step clearly, from preparation to presentation, and guiding us through what we should do with calm precision. Even with many pans bubbling away, the atmosphere was relaxed and enjoyable. We loved chatting with Namita and her husband about the dishes, the ingredients, growing vegetables, and so much more - it truly felt like cooking with friends. At the end, we sat down to enjoy everything we had made and each dish was absolutely delicious. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience. We’re already looking forward to our next lesson and to discovering more of Namita’s wonderful recipes — and we can’t wait to bring a little bit of Bangalore back to our own kitchen!
Dear Danise and Chris, So lovely to cook with you both! Thank you so much for your beautiful message — it truly means a lot to me. I’m delighted to hear that you both enjoyed the experience and the vegetarian menu! Cooking with you was such a joy — your enthusiasm, curiosity, and genuine warmth made the session feel like cooking with old friends. I was also so impressed hearing about your farm and the wonderful organic vegetables you grow — you clearly have such green fingers! I picked up quite a few farming tips from you, and our conversation about sustainable growing really stayed with me. I’m so glad you enjoyed our chats and the meal we shared together. I’ll be thrilled to welcome you back anytime — perhaps for another culinary journey through different regional Indian flavors next time! Warm regards, Namita Nami’s Kitchen 🌿
Nami cooking experience was wonderful we thoroughly enjoyed it and and the cooking lesson and food was incredible we enjoyed the meal the experience and Nami and her family
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌸 It was such a pleasure having you join me for the cooking experience. I’m so glad you enjoyed the dishes and the time we shared together. My family and I truly enjoyed your company too — you made the evening special! 💛
Unforgettable evening with Nani and her husband. The recipe is delicious, authentic and simple enough for a foreigner to comprehend. Feels like having a cooking dinner party at a friend or family’s house, with laughter, good food, unique cooking experience and great chats!
Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 It truly means a lot to hear that you felt at home and enjoyed both the cooking and the company. That’s exactly the experience I love creating—like sharing a meal with friends and family. I’m so glad you found the recipes simple and authentic, and I hope you’ll try them again in your own kitchen. It was such a joy hosting you and I’ll always cherish the laughter and conversations we shared that evening. 💛
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