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In a world of Indian ready meals and sauces claiming to be authentic join us! Let us show you how cooking from scratch tastes the best!

Thanks to our Half Day Indian Cooking Class you can experience India’s varied and flavour-packed cuisine first-hand. In addition, learn the entire cooking process for a number of dishes from start to finish in just a few hours.

This is a short and sweet version of our One Day Indian Cooking class, but you’ll receive the same attention to detail and personalised tutoring.

We’ll give you an introduction to the fundamentals of getting to know your spices and learning how to blend spices – so you have a complete understanding of the use of spices and the essence of Indian cooking. You’ll still get to walk away with the wholesome, delicious food you have made at the end of the day.

This cookery class is a real hands-on experience for those of you who want to get down to some spice blending and understanding the essence of Indian food.

The Menu includes:

  • Black pepper and garlic spice blend – a mixture of ground black pepper and minced garlic used to season various dishes, including fish and tofu masala.
  • Bombay potatoes – a popular Indian side dish made with boiled and cubed potatoes cooked in a blend of spices.
  • Masala chicken curry – a popular Indian dish made with chicken cooked in a spiced sauce.
  • Chana masala curry – a vegetarian alternative to masala chicken curry made with chickpeas cooked in a spiced sauce.

Most of our Indian classes are suitable for vegetarians, vegans and those with gluten intolerance.

The key difference to our classes is the focus on spices; you don’t just learn how to but also why and when to use spices. The full hands on experience enables you to use all your senses to discover your pallet and learn how to make a difference in taste. It’s fast, furious and fun! Just bring along your enthusiasm and a stomach for lots of food.

We also offer one to one and private classes which can be tailored to exact requirements. We will provide everything from the ingredients to the equipment and chef. Contact us directly to discuss a private class.

Our Indian classes are suitable for vegetarians, vegans and those with gluten intolerance.

Book your spot now and embark on a culinary journey that will take your cooking skills to the next level!

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All cooking classes are held at our Rickmansworth venue, WD3 1JR

Reviews (4)

“I loved the class and the dishes we made. I don’t why I had such fixed ideas about Indian food – I’ve been stuck in a rut. It’s been refreshing to see how others cook and make it easy as well. My family loved all the dishes as well. Thank you again.”

I used Kumud’s recipes from the day for a family birthday celebration meal for 8 people and they went down very well!!!  I don’t think I would have had the confidence to have attempted anything on that scale without having attended the course.

“The Indian cookery class was pitched at just the right level. The tutor was excellent and she delivered the class at a good pace whilst still answering all of our questions. It was an excellent morning – a great environment and good to be in a small group”

“My son and I attended the Indian cookery class up at The Cooking Academy. The class surpassed my expectation – the atmosphere and spirit was highly motivating and the chef just seemed to be a complete foodie. I would highly recommend this cookery school to anyone who really wants to learn to cook.”

Faqs (16)

Can I bring a spectator with me?

I’m afraid not. All attendees must be paying participants in the class.

Do you have facilities to purchase equipment on the day?

You will be able to purchase a good selection of equipment that you use in our classes, as well as a variety of spices.

I am allergic to certain foods/ I have a special dietary requirement. Will this cause a problem?

We try our best to accommodate for special dietary requirements. Please notify us of your dietary requirements within 24 hours of booking. Please email us cook@thecookingacademy.co.uk or call us on 01923 778880 if you would like to know whether your allergy can be accommodated on a particular course at least 28 days prior to the class. It is the customer’s responsibility to inform us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking for your health and well being.

I am an experienced cook, are all the courses suitable for me?

All courses are suitable for all levels as the classes are based more specifically on the cuisine rather than skill. The Chef will ensure that you have the assistance required to enjoy the day and really develop your cooking skills. If you are an experienced cook, you may particularly enjoy our Advanced classes. Please contact us if you would like further guidance.

I can’t handle spicy food; will your classes be too hot for me?

In our cookery classes, you get to make your own food to suit your own palate, so although we provide guidelines, you can adapt each recipe to suit your taste, as spicy or as not spicy as you’d like.

I’m a complete beginner, what class should I do?

Our cookery classes are not based on skill as such; they are all hands on and taught by an expert chef who can lead you through the cooking processes so even a beginner should be fine on our classes. However, if you want to start at the very beginning, and develop an understanding of food hygiene, knife skills and safety in the kitchen, our beginner’s cookery class would be the one for you.

I’m gluten intolerant, what classes can I attend?

Our Indian, Thai, and Nutritional classes can be easily altered and tailored to suit a gluten free diet. Please just ensure you make us aware of this at the time of booking.

If I purchase this cookery class voucher can the recipient exchange it for another class of their preference?

Yes, vouchers can be exchange for other classes, if there is a short-fall in the value, they can pay the difference. If the voucher is for a greater amount they will be able to make purchases on the day to use up the full value of the voucher. Alternatively, you can purchase an open voucher that can be redeemed against any class of the equivalent value.

Is lunch provided in this class?

Yes, lunch is provided (and cooked by you!). If you have any special dietary requirement please make those known to us at the time of your booking.

Is there anything I need to bring to the class?

Yes, you will need to bring some Tupperware/plastic containers (quantity will be specified in your booking confirmation letter sent via email) with you to take home some of the delicious recipes you will cook on the day. This will also be highlighted in your booking confirmation letter. Everything else, including an apron will be provided.

Is there parking available on site?

Yes, there is ample car parking available on site – free of charge.

What is the minimum age to attend a class?

Anyone from the age of 13+ can attend our cookery classes, if you’re not sure which class would be best please do call us on 01923 778880 so we can help.

What should I wear/take with me to the course?

Please wear comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes (no flip-flops or open toed shoes). We will provide you with everything you need for the day, all we ask for you to bring are tupperware containers.

Will I eat the food I make?

There will be an opportunity to eat all the dishes that you make. All participants sit down together for lunch to enjoy the food they have made in the morning, and will be able to take home the food you make in the afternoon to share with family or friends.

Will I have food left over to take home with me?

Yes! On most of our classes, you will be able to take a selection of the delicious food you have made home with you. This does not apply to the half day Indian class.

Will I have my own cooker and cook my own recipes?

Yes, you will be cooking on your own hob and will be making the recipes individually tailored to your personal palate and preference.

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