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- English
Overview
Cook with Miss Anju, a home cook and homestay owner in Rishikesh, and learn Ayurvedic and Sattvic cooking the way it is done in her own kitchen. Her food comes from the Vaishnavite tradition, where meals are kept pure, simple and full of flavor. She shares the thinking behind each ingredient, why it is chosen and how it is meant to nourish both body and mind, and you leave with real understanding of the culture and spirit behind the food.
Highlights
Personal, hands-on cooking with Miss Anju in her home kitchen
Ayurvedic and Sattvic dishes from the Vaishnavite tradition
Learn why each ingredient is used and how it is traditionally understood to nourish body and mind
Insight into the cultural and spiritual side of Vaishnavite food
Sit down and enjoy the wholesome meal you prepared
A calm, friendly experience for food lovers and anyone looking for a quiet moment
Example Menu
Main
1) Lentils ( Dal ),2) Vegetable Or Paneer (Sabji) , 3) Bread ( Roti ), 4) Rice
We use 80%-90% locally sourced raw vegetables, grains, and spices from the Himalayas, which are organic and fresh. We do not use Onion and Garlic.
Starter
Juice (Buransh Flower) OR Masala Chai
We provide small class on Indian masala chai to the guest before starting the main course.
Dessert
Halwa ( Gram Flour / Semolina/ ) Or Raita ( Curd with Fired Chick Peas Balls)
We prepare the Deseret in Homemade Ghee ( Clarified Butter )
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
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What to expect
Cook and eat Indian food like a local with Miss Anju. This is a hands-on class where you prepare authentic homemade dishes and learn what they mean in Indian culture and Ayurveda, along with tips and tricks you can use in your own kitchen. You choose your dishes from the menu below. All dishes are made without onion or garlic, so they suit a sattvic diet.
Highlights
Hands-on cooking with Miss Anju, then you eat what you cook
Choose your own dishes from each category
Cultural and Ayurvedic background of each dish
Onion-free and garlic-free, suitable for a sattvic diet
Bonus guided session on everyday Indian spices and their health benefits
Menu options (choose from each category)
Dal and lentils: Chana Masala, Yellow Dal Fry, Chana Dal, Rajma Dal
Curries (sabji): Shahi Paneer, Paneer Butter Masala, Mutter Paneer, Palak Paneer, Seasonal Vegetable
Breads: Chapati, Aloo Paratha, Plain Paratha
Rice: Jeera Rice, Basic Rice
Dessert: Indian dessert
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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