Kathmandu
The Nepali kitchen lessons in Thamel and beyond: momo folding taught by local women, dal bhat built from the lentils up and classes whose fees stay in the community. The momo pleat is harder than the trek; the teachers are patient.
Discover Kathmandu’s flavors with a hands-on cooking class. Learn traditional Nepali dishes, enjoy local ingredients, and take home new culinary skills.
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Discover authentic Nepali cuisine with a women-led cooking class in Kathmandu. Learn to make momo, dal bhat, and more in a friendly, hands-on setting.
“We learnt how to make chatamari and momo which was an amazing experience, and we got a very good meal. The chefs were very skilled, charming and nice. So glad we went!”
Experience authentic Nepali cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Kathmandu, including momo-making, market tour, and cultural insights for a memorable culinary adventure.
“Best experience ever. They were hands on and we laughed a ton at how instructors turned out vs ours. Tasted amazing and would go back for another class.”
Discover authentic Nepali cuisine with local women-led cooking classes in Kathmandu. Learn recipes, enjoy a cultural meal, and support local farmers.
“These young ladies are so much fun. We had a wonderful time cooking, sharing our stories and even dancing. The food we made was delicious and easy to make when we get home. We were in Nepal teaching English and we even managed to work…”
Discover Kathmandu’s best Nepali cooking class with a local family, hands-on lessons in a private kitchen, market visits, and authentic dishes for $29.
“Had a great morning of cooking at Kalpanas cooking class! Kalpana was really welcoming and friendly with an amazing home. Started off making daal baht then had a 30 minute break. After that we made two types of momos to finish the morning off. Was…”
Discover Kathmandu’s flavors with this hands-on momo-making class. Learn traditional techniques, shop for fresh ingredients, and enjoy your creations.
“Really nice guide and great food! We made the chicken momos, they were very good.”
Discover the authentic Nepali momo experience with a hands-on cooking class in Kathmandu. Learn from local women, enjoy delicious food, and take home recipes.
“What an amazing experience! My family and I loved this class (even our 8 yo who said he didn't want to do it ended up loving it!).”
Experience authentic Nepali cuisine with a women-led cooking class in Kathmandu. Hands-on, market visit, and delicious dishes all for $5.
“This was a great experience, Nish was a great teacher, thorough, informative and the food we made was a 10/10. I was the only person in the class and felt a little left out when eating separately to the staff.”
Experience authentic Nepali cuisine with a hands-on momo and dal bhat cooking class in Kathmandu, including market visits and hotel pickup for just $4.
“AMAZING HOST, she was welcoming, energetic, enthusiastic, brought us to the market, explained everything and introduced us very well to the Nepalese culture. The food was delicious and we can’t wait to cook Nepalese food again at home. Thanks for everything, we highly recommend 😋”
Discover authentic Nepali cuisine with a hands-on cooking class in Thamel, including a local market trip, expert guidance, and memorable food experiences for $30.
“We were four persons this day. Not room for any more in the small kitchen. A nice morning although it was a bit stressful and more like putting ingredients togheter, than a schooling.”
Discover Nepali cuisine firsthand with this half-day cooking class in Kathmandu led by local women. Enjoy market visits, hands-on cooking, and authentic flavors.
“Fantastic, fun and informative class. The menu and food was awesome food to enjoy after preparing and cooking. Highly recommended.”
Discover authentic Nepali cuisine with a women-led cooking class in Kathmandu, featuring hands-on momo making, market visits, and cultural insights for $8.
“The food was very tasty! But the chef seemed a little irritated at us as we couldn’t grasp the folding technique…I felt like we weren’t able to have fun!”
Discover authentic Nepali cuisine with this hands-on momo-making class in Kathmandu, led by local women. Includes market tour, tasting, and optional pickup.
“A great hands-on experience! I loved being able to make specific requests that suited my needs. I really enjoyed this experience.”
Experience Nepalese cuisine and jewelry making while supporting women's empowerment in Kathmandu on this meaningful 2-day tour for $50.
“Brilliant experience learning to make momos with Aastha and the Momo Queen Syanbi, followed by delicious lunch with volunteers and project members. Wonderful group and project.”
Discover authentic Nepali cuisine with a hands-on cooking class from a local host in Kathmandu, combining market visits, cultural insights, and delicious food for a genuine experience.
“Esther is both a great chef and guide! She took me to the market to buy our groceries for the class and gave so much explanation. Had an amazing time!”
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