Overview
Join your host Sundari and experience authentic Indian life, culture and cuisine with a welcoming local in her home. Sundari will teach you to prepare 4-5 dishes as part of your South Indian vegetarian meal which you will later eat the traditional way - with your hands on stainless steel plates or fresh banana leaves.
Your menu may include typical Tamilian vegetarian main dishes such as rasam (tangy peppery broth), sambar (lentil and tamarind based vegetable stew), and a variety of vegetable curries, rice, raita, condiments and snacks. Alternatively you may request to learn to make a South Indian brunch of dosas, idlis and vadas with a variety of chutneys instead.
Come join Sundari, and leave with new recipes, a new friend and lifelong memories!
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- Free cancellation up to 2 days before
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What's included
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Non-alcoholic beverages
Private cooking lesson and homecooked meal with your host Sundari
Lunch
Dinner
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Meet your host Sundari at her home in the Adyar neighborhood of Chennai. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighbourhood details, and not the exact address. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
Meet your host Sundari at her home located at: 8/32, Vananthurai, Adyar, Chennai
Google Maps link: https://goo.gl/maps/ozwVAFG1kvL2
Contact Sundari at +91 89460 44271, or +91 98403 90146 or sundaris63@gmail.com.
Directions:
Sundari's stand-alone house is named "Karthik". It has a big mango tree in the front yard and is opposite an apartment building named Renga Manor. As maps can be confusing in India it is best to have your driver speak directly with Sundari.
From LB road at the Adyar signal, turn left at the first set of lights towards Besant Nagar. Take the 3rd right at the corner of Grand Sweets and the 3rd left onto 7th Cross Street.
• From Santhome/Mylapore towards Adyar: After Fortis hospital, take the over bridge and reach LB road. Take left from the first signal (Landmark: telephone exchange). In that road take third right (landmark: Arka Clinic) and then take the third left (landmark: Vijay Shanthi Apartments).
• From Guindy/Saidapet go to Sardar Patel Road: Take a right at the Adyar signal (landmark: Standard Chartered Bank facing the signal on the opposite side) going to LB road. After reaching first signal (landmark: Telephone Exchange) turn left. On that road, take third right (landmark: Arka Clinic) and third left (landmark: Vijay Shanthi Apartments).
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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!
What to expect
Sundari is a cheerful host who will instantly make you feel at home in her in-laws converted home, surrounded by fruit trees and filled with traditional art and decor. Sundari has been cooking since she was 8 and delights in sharing her South Indian culinary and cultural traditions with guests.
You will start your experience with a tour of Sundari’s home and an overview of the food you will be cooking before rolling up your sleeves and joining Sundari in the kitchen for your authentic culinary journey.
Sundari only serves vegetarian food as she is a Tamil Brahmin who only eats vegetarian. If you join Sundari for dinner or anytime on the weekend, her husband, Krishna, will also join you. He is a true foodie who loves meeting new people!
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 2 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Kolkata).
Additional Information
- Private, personalized experience
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Traditional Tamil Brahmin Vegetarian Cooking Lesson with a Local in Her Home
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
Meet your host Sundari at her home in the Adyar neighborhood of Chennai.
What's included?
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Non-alcoholic beverages
- Private cooking lesson and homecooked meal with your host Sundari
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Gratuities
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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