Shusila, Sabita and Puspa were the most wonderful hosts and teachers. Such a great experience and amazing food. Would 100% recommend, best thing we did in Kathmandu!


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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.
Traditional Nepali Momo Making Classes lasts about 1h 30min.
Prices start at $18 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.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is 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.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 16 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 59 verified reviews; it is run by Classic Nepal. Most-mentioned highlights: Languages offered: English; Lunch.
Shusila, Sabita and Puspa were the most wonderful hosts and teachers. Such a great experience and amazing food. Would 100% recommend, best thing we did in Kathmandu!
The ladies at Namaste Cooking School were absolutely fantastic! They were so sweet, very skilled and looked after us so well. Highly recommend taking a class with these incredible women! Highlight of our trip to Nepal!
We learned to make momo’s as a family and we had an absolutely AMAZING time! Sushila and Subita are two of the most friendly, funny and welcoming women I have ever met. Can’t recommend it enough!
I had the privilege of having a private momo making class today. From the moment I arrived, I felt incredibly welcomed. I’m not a skilled cook, but Shusila met me where I was at. She was patient in her instruction, including demonstrating techniques multiple times to help me understand them. Overall, it was an amazing experience. I’d definitely recommend it to others. Also, the momos ended up tasting fantastic!
I had an amazing time with Sabita and Rezoo ! The venue is beautiful, a well equipped kitchen on a rooftop, in the middle of Thamel. I was the only one who booked that day so I got to enjoy a private session. Sabita was patient while teaching me everything, and also very nice to have a chat with. We made more than 20 mo:mo and I got to eat so many, it was delicious ! I highly recommend this cooking class, it's a must do in Kathmandu :)
The ladies run a great business! The momo making experience was a lot of fun and they turned out absolutely delicious!
We attended Namaste Cooking School's Momo Making Class as a family of four. The leaders were so welcoming and encouraging. The class was well organized, informative and filled with laughter. Everyone one participated in all aspect of momo making. We finished with a feast. It is a great way to learn more about Nepalese culture and is a welcome change from touring, trekking and shopping. I highly recommend it.
Such a fun, friendly, and super educational experience! The hospitality was amazing, and the time flew by so fast. I honestly wished I could’ve stayed even longer learning from these wonderful ladies. It’s definitely a must-do when you visit Nepal. And the fact that it’s on a rooftop makes it even better!
Had the absolute best time cooking with these women! Hands down my favorite activity during my time in Kathmandu - amazing teachers & delicious momos.
From the moment we arrived, we were joyously welcomed into an incredibly positive, kind and supportive environment! We were guided through each step of the momo-making process, with lots of laughter and taste-testing along the way, and are indebted to the lovely ladies who organised this - they were inspiring, encouraging (and amazing chefs)! We cannot recommend this experience highly enough - such a treasured memory from our time in Nepal; thank you, thank you, thank you!
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