Cooking Class - Savor the Diversity of Delhi

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Learn how to prepare a wholesome Indian feast with Chef Taruna.

Delhi is known for a diverse population with a cuisine influenced by various cultures and modified in unique ways — and variety is the spice of life! In this hands-on class, Chef Taruna show you the secrets to some of Delhi's best flavor profiles.

You will be guided through the preparation of each dish — such as dal tadka or butter chicken — as you unlock the fusion of flavors that make this type of renowned Indian cuisine so overwhelmingly delicious. You will also take home new skills and recipes to elevate your next dinner party!

Guests are welcome to bring wine and beer to enjoy during the class.

Papdi Chaat

Crispy homemade chips, new potatoes and garbanzo beans topped with spiced yogurt, mint and tamarind chutney

Dal Tadka

Yellow lentils tempered with herbs and spices

Butter Chicken

Cooked in a delicious creamy tomato sauce

Baingan Bharta

Roasted eggplant with tomatoes, onions, jalapeños and cilantro

Basmati Rice

Most dietary restrictions can be accommodated if noted prior to the event. Please mention this in the message field when you submit your booking request as adjustments to recipes cannot be made during class.

Minimum Guests 2
Maximum Guests 4
Meal Courses 4
Event Duration 3 hours
Labels Adult, Beginner, Couples, Group, Indian

Reviews guests left for this experience

Charles Walter

15 Apr 2024

Ann and I are 78 and were at first surprised when a couple in their 40's joined us with Chef Taruna and her daughter Tara. The evening couldn't have been better. The exchange of information and viewpoints was comfortable and flowing. Chef Taruna was able to open our eyes and ears with quips and tales of her growing up in India with a grandmother still much part of her family caste. Coincidentally, both of the male guests take cooking seriously. I couldn't resist showing my cohort the different method I used for preparing fresh garlic. The plate of appetizers we each prepared all included the boiled potato awaiting one of several sauces. Much of the preparation time was shared together around the stove. I was pleased to learn of the Indian grocery store in Austin which I was not aware despite living here 17 years. Sitting together sharing our family meal and company made the taste that much more memorable. Thanks Again, Charles Cresswell

Lini

14 Mar 2024

We enjoyed our time with Chef Taruna! She was very knowledgeable and shared her story with us. The meal was delicious and we can't wait to try it out at home ourselves!

Alexander

11 Mar 2024

We had a lovely time in Chef Taruna’s home and would recommend this experience to anyone who loves North Indian cuisine.

Ella

27 Jan 2024

This was such a wonderful experience! We learned so much and feel ready to try the recipes at home. Taruna was an excellent host!

Carolyn

10 Dec 2023

I had a wonderful time. The food was amazing. I plan to make a meal for friends and family!

Eugene

23 Sep 2023

Chef Taruna is amazing! My girlfriend and I celebrated our 2 year anniversary learning how to make Indian food with her. We had a great time and highly recommend chef Taruna!

Maria

27 Aug 2023

Taruna was great to work with. We had so much fun and learned a lot. All of the food was delicious. 10/10!

Ethan

26 Aug 2023

Maria and I had an excellent time with Taruna. The food was amazing, the experience was fun, and it was great learning about Indian Culture and cuisine!

John

09 Jul 2023

Chef Taruna was very nice and welcoming.

Douglas

08 Jul 2023

Great instruction and excellent meal!

Ryan

29 Nov 2019

Jenni and I really had a fantastic time! Chefs Ash and Taruna were super hospitable and we really learned a lot about the cuisine of Delhi and cooking it simply. We did this as a date night.

Kelly

21 Jul 2019

This was an awesome experience! The chef hosts, Ash and Taruna were lovely and the other couple that were in the class with were also great! Of course the food was fantastic and I even picked up a few tips and suggestions for cooking with Indian ingredients. I can’t wait to try cooking my first Indian feast! I’ve never done a cooking class before and this was a perfect first experience. Thank you! Kelly C.

Thomas

26 Jan 2019

Great Hosts

Norbert

20 Jan 2018

Many thanks to Taruna and Ash! That was an awesome evening. We had already experienced some other cooking classes, but that evening was unique, Not just the cooking was a great experience but with the fantatsic hosts Taruna and Ash it became special. Thanks again, Sabine & Norbert

Reviews guests left for other experiences with Chef Taruna

Claire

04 Feb 2024

I highly recommend Chef Taruna's class! Chef Taruna was welcoming and knowledgable and fun. We had a great time learning from her.

Shelly

31 Jul 2023

We had a great evening and learned so much! Taruna is a very knowledgeable cook and wonderful host. We can wait to cook the recipes we learned again!

Lauren

18 Jul 2023

We had such a great time learning how to cook a wonderful meal. Chef Taruna taught us several approachable dishes and some really great tips for working with the ingredients.

Alex

16 Jul 2023

A wonderful experience with Chef Taruna. The food was amazing, the lesson was informative, and it felt like we were having dinner with a friend. It was everything we could want from this experience.

Leah

02 Jul 2023

Such a fun class!

Gaby

26 Jun 2023

It's a great experience!! I recommend this class with Chef Taruna 100%, she guide you through all the process, you have an active role all the time and then you get to enjoy your creations. Everything was delicious, she even printed the recipes for us to make sure that we wont have any problems to do them again. Great for couples or for one person, I definitely will take more classes with her.

Adan

24 Jun 2023

Incredible, fun, delicious! Chef Taruna was such an incredible host for me and fiancé. She welcomed us and showed how she prepares an incredible dinner.

Victoria

05 Jun 2023

Chef Taruna was so great ! We had such a great time and we’re excited to cook the new meal we learned for our friends and family !

James

07 Sep 2019

Absolutely incredible food and wonderful company

Gwen

25 Aug 2019

We had such a delightful time with Ash and Taruna! They were not only grateful hosts but so knowledgeable and inclusive on sharing the secrets of their cuisine. We are grateful for the experience and look forward to making these dishes for our family.

CHELSEA

29 Jul 2019

We had a wonderful time! Ash and Taruna are very welcoming and knowledgeable. The food was excellent too :)

Alexander

27 Jul 2019

Ash and Taruna were wonderful hosts! My fiance and I had such a great time and the food turned out amazing. I highly recommend. They were also very accommodating for food allergies and had great alternatives. Definitely one of the best date nights I've had in a long time. :)

Susan

30 Apr 2019

The evening was beyond expectations. The uncomplicated recipes were healthy and doable using spices to make the foods interesting, different and delicious. I give Chefs Ash and Taruna my highest recommendation. Both are articulate instructors and bring their Indian culture alive. My friends and I felt like family friends not paying participants. Thank you. Susan Mc

Paul

10 Apr 2019

Chef Ash and his wife Taruna hosted a fabulous night for my wife and me. The food was truly sensational, but we will also remember the night for their warm, delightful charm. We'd recommend this duo to anyone looking for great taste and conversation.

Robert

21 Oct 2018

Awesome time!!!thank you for letting us into your lovely home!

Jill

01 Oct 2018

Taruna was absolutely amazing!! The food was delicious and the environment was outstanding. The first cozy meal my fiancé and I have ever done and won’t be our last!

Sue

09 Jun 2018

Wonderful experience! Fantastic food, family setting, and stimulating conversation. Feel like I have met new friends. Recommend highly.

Kevin

08 Apr 2018

Great couple, they made the whole experience fun! Great hands-on cooking experience. We were able to add in how to make Roti, a traditional flatbread. Step by step instructions and explanation made the prep and cooking unintimidating. We even went home with recipes and the names of all the spices and traditional ingredients. My wife and I highly recommend this class. Try something new, you won't regret it!

ronen

28 Feb 2018

Nice family. Good food. Pleasant experience.

Lauren

25 Feb 2018

Taruna and Ash were excellent hosts! They taught us in a way that made us feel at home and did a great job at relating the meals to our every day lives. This was a fantastic experience and I’ll definitely recommend them to more.

Patrick

20 Dec 2017

We had a great time! Very personable and knowledgeable couple to spend an evening with. Their method really works well for all personalities; you can be as hands on as you want. Not to mention, the food was amazing!

Jennifer

19 Dec 2017

We loved our experience! We were so impressed with the time and attention that went into the experience! The food was so incredibly delicious and we love that we have 5 new recipies. Thank you!

Casey

13 Dec 2017

Ash and Taruna were fantastic. We had a wonderful time learning the recipes, as well as making new friends in the process. The food came out delicious and the company and conversation was even better. We'll be back!

Reviews Chef Taruna received outside of Cozymeal

Jayne

30 Nov 2017

Mindi

09 Nov 2017

Do Indian food and Southwestern food make magic together? In the kitchen of chefs Ash and Taruna, the answer is a resounding "yes!" Tofu joins spiced kidney beans in the Southwestern scramble, while the Bengal fish fry combines jalapeño marineade with a mint chutney to finish. Topped off with a Carrot Halwa, this class is a crash course in cooking vegetables to make your mouth water.