Biryani Cooking Class in India: Learn South Indian Dishes

Make four South Indian dishes in a single afternoon, then eat them together

A three-hour hands-on cooking class in India where you learn to prepare chicken biryani, chicken 65, cucumber raita and mango lassi from Chef Rajeswari in a communal kitchen. You'll participate in prep work and observe demonstrations at a shared cooking station, then enjoy a full four-course dinner of the dishes you've made, with beer, wine and Indian chai included.

The experience

Chef Rajeswari walks you through four dishes that balance heat and cool: the spicy, crisp chicken 65 that opens the meal; the aromatic chicken biryani layered with basmati rice and fragrant masala spices; the cucumber and onion raita that soothes the heat; and a silky mango lassi to finish. This is a partially hands-on class. You'll chop, mix and prep ingredients alongside other guests at a shared station, taking turns at the cooking point while you watch the demonstrations. The class runs three hours and builds toward the meal itself.

You'll sit down to eat everything you've made, with Indian masala chai, light snacks like samosa, beer, soda and bottled water all included. The kitchen is wheelchair accessible, and children from age 10 are welcome. You're free to bring wine or beer to enjoy during the class if you'd like to add to what's provided.

What’s included

• Participation in prep work and cooking demonstrations.
• full four-course dinner of all dishes prepared.
• Indian masala chai.
• light Indian snacks like samosa.
• beer.
• soda.
• bottled water.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 10:00 and 18:00

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AgesAdult (25 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Youth (18 to 24 years) · Child (10 to 17 years) · Under 10: can't be booked

GroupUp to 10

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Wheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendly

Operated by Chef Raaje

Is this one for you?The three-hour timeframe and shared station mean you'll spend the morning or afternoon learning and cooking together, then eat immediately: ideal if you want the full experience of making a meal and tasting it fresh, rather than a quick technique class. Children from age 10 are welcome, making it a family-friendly option for households with older kids.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (18 to 24 years); Child (10 to 17 years). Children under 10 can't be included in the booking.

What exactly is chicken 65, and why is it called that?

Chicken 65 is a traditional South Indian appetizer made with boneless chicken, ginger, garlic, chili powder, lemon and yogurt, fried until crisp and tangy. The name's origin is debated, but the dish itself is iconic in South Indian cuisine and opens your meal in this class.

Do I need cooking experience to join this class?

No prior experience is required. The class is designed as a partially hands-on session where you participate in shared prep work like chopping and mixing, then observe demonstrations at the shared cooking station. Chef Rajeswari guides you through each step.

What's included in the four-course dinner at the end?

You'll eat the chicken 65, chicken biryani, cucumber onion raita and mango lassi that you've prepared during the class, along with Indian masala chai, light Indian snacks like samosa, and bottled water. Beer and soda are also included, and you can bring wine or beer of your own.

Are there any dietary restrictions I should know about?

The dishes prepared in this class contain milk and nuts, so let the operator know if you have allergies or dietary needs before booking.

How many people typically join one class?

The class uses a shared cooking station where guests take turns, creating an intimate communal kitchen setting. The exact group size isn't specified, but the setup is designed for small groups to work together and share the cooking experience.