Traditional Bengali Cooking Class in Kolkata in a Local Home

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About the Activity

Enjoy a private and authentic cooking class in a local's home. Debjani delights her guests by preparing authentic Bengali dishes that showcase the culture she is very proud of. Having spent over 30 years in the hospitality industry with notable groups such as Taj and Oberoi, Debjani loves to host people from all over the world, hear their stories, learn about their cultures, and introduce them to delectable Bengali dishes. She is fond of cooking the dishes she grew up eating, using recipes she learned from her mother and grandmother. Join Debjani in her home kitchen to try your hand at cooking authentic and flavorful Bengali dishes. • Private Bengali cooking lesson in a local's home • Introduction to Bengali cuisine and culture • An authentic, home-cooked Bengali meal, prepared using traditional ingredients and recipes that have been passed down through generations • Vegetarian and lactose free options available

3 hours

Private Tour

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Homecooked meal

Gratuities

Fees : All fees and/or taxes. All Fees and Taxes

Private cooking class with your host Debjani

Food and drink : Alcoholic Beverages

Hotel pickup and drop-off

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This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. You can enjoy this experience at Debjani’s cozy, artistic apartment situated in Kolkata, which upholds a perfect juxtaposition between the old world and the modern. Join Debjani in her kitchen to try your hand at cooking authentic and flavorful Bengali dishes. She uses recipes passed down from her grandmother and presents it in a modern way. You will help Debjani make Bengali masoor dal (lentils), begun bhaja (eggplant fritters) and shorshe bhapa chingri or maach (steamed prawns or fish in a mustard sauce). You can expect your cooking class to last for about 1.5 hours, after which you will be sharing the meal that you prepared with Debjani and her family (when they are home).View Location

Sample Menu

Main Courses

Steamed rice
Bengali masoor dal (lentils)
Begun bhaja (eggplant fritters)
Shorshe bhapa chingri or maach (steamed prawns or fish in a mustard sauce)
Shukto (traditional mixed vegetables)

Deserts

Rosogulla or rosogolla payesh

Meeting and Pickup

Starting point

Meet your host Debjani at her apartment on Prince Anwar Shah Road, the block next to Southcity Mall. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation. View Location

End point

Meet your host Debjani at her apartment on Prince Anwar Shah Road, the block next to Southcity Mall. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation. View Location

Pickup details

Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point

Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.

Additional Information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Menu may vary depending on the season
Private, personalized experience
Vegetarian and lactose free option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

Hindi
English
Bengali

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketHost Name: Debjani Majumdar Host Phone No. +91 9910 058 777 Host Email Id : dmajumdar0@gmail.com Address: Flat no.3A, Sudakshina Apartments. 377A, Prince Anwar Shah Road, Kolkata, India - 700068 Meeting Location: Meet your host Debjani at her apartment on Prince Anwar Shah Road, the block next to Southcity Mall. Here is a Google Maps link to the location: https://goo.gl/maps/BNeVF9AH3WXBogFN7 Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals, in their homes. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at reservations@travelingspoon.com if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above. We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Kolkata time to receive 100% refund.

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Operated by Traveling SpoonCreated on 22 Jul 2019Created on 02 Jul 2024

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