South Indian Cooking Class

Learn to cook South Indian food


The Modern Desi
The Modern Desi
5.0 (200)
38k

5 hours

Class size 1 to 6 (public classes), 4 to 8

$190 (Afterpay available)

Sydney
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Food and Drink
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Cooking
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Indian Cooking
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Kid Friendly
Cook and eat your very own Eight-course south Indian feast in this intensive but practical workshop.
Indian food connoisseur, cook and writer, Bhavna Kalra, invites foodies for an informative and delicious class on Indian cooking using seasonal vegetables.
If you are someone who loves eating a Dosa (Lentil crepe), fancy cooking it, or just enjoy eating delicious, authentic, and hearty Indian food, then this class is made for you!
In this five-hour cooking class, you will:
  • Discover the food history of the Indian dishes we will be cooking
  • Learn about “Spices 1, 2, 3” - a valuable rundown on spices you need to cook a hearty Indian meal and where to find them
  • Practice Indian cooking techniques and learn tips and tricks;
  • Enjoy eating one of the best Eight-course Indian Feast ever!
After the class, you will come away with knowledge on how to easily prepare your delicious curries, Dals, and breads. We hope this will then motivate you to add a wholesome, healthy Indian way of cooking to your home-cooked, fresh meals.
This class will also give you the confidence to be familiar with spices and lentils that you can use when cooking other dishes and cuisine.
On the menu:
  • Masala Dosa (Gluten Free Bread) – Tips and tricks on how to make your own batter at home from scratch
  • Masala Potatoes
  • Sambhar (Lentil Stew)
  • Chicken Chettinad
  • Onion & Tomato Chutney
  • Zucchini Pachadi (Yogurt Dip)
  • Beans Poriyal (Dry beans dish)
  • Tamarind Rice
If you are doing a group booking for six, we can change the menu as per your requirement. We also cater to food intolerance, so let us know if you cannot have one of the dishes below and we will arrange something else for you.
Please note:
  • This is not a 100% hands-on class.
  • All the vegetables etc will be chopped so there will be minimal handling of common ingredients
  • This course is suitable for people who are gluten intolerant, vegan, and/or vegetarian.
  • In unforeseen circumstances should we have to reschedule the class, we will notify you in advance and give you new dates to choose from.
Add-ons available for this class
  • The Modern Desi Apron ($25)
  • Masala Dabba - Spice Container with 7 spices ($55)
  • Masala Dabba - Spice Container (Empty) ($35)
  • Fresh Homemade Ghee (500 Ml) ($27)
  • Environmental Friendly Jute Bag with our Logo ($25)
You can add these when you book (optional).
 
Knowledge required
  • Beginners OR experts who want to learn how to get started OR learn more about Indian cuisine.
  • Kids over 13 years welcome
What you'll get
  • Nibbles to start your class with our signature chutney
  • All the ingredients and cooking equipment.
  • Printed recipes for every dish for you to take home.
  • Eight-course sit down meal
  • Cooking assistance.
  • Free subscription to more recipes online.
  • Leftover food to take away
What to bring
  • An apron (Or buy from us at the venue)
  • Hair lackey to tie your hair back.
  • Bring your own favorite drink. Indian food goes really well with a Crisp Chardonnay or beer
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party or hens party.

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 11 years old).

Adult accompaniment is not required.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

2A Gordon Street, Rozelle NSW

Your teacher can also travel within 25 kms of Rozelle, to a venue of your choice for a private class

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The Modern Desi
The Modern Desi

5.0 (200)
38k
female Women-owned

Bhavna Kalra Shivalkar runs a Cooking school in Sydney called 'The Modern Desi Co' where she tries to break stereotypes about Indian cooking and making budget-friendly, nutritious food.
Bhavna is a mission to teach people that there is more to Indian food than Butter chicken and Rogan Josh. Her cooking classes showcase her love for food and are infused with storytelling and memories so you can understand and appreciate where the ingredients came from and how easy it is to whip up a six to seven-course Indian meal any day of the week.

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