Private Rajasthani Spice Market Visit and Cooking Class in Jaipur

Name: Private Rajasthani Spice Market Visit and Cooking Class in Jaipur
Brand: Traveling Spoon
SKU: bac16e49-0c61-4c73-9732-d4be39ff8a39

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Summary

This is a unique opportunity to visit the home of a local and explore traditional culture and cuisine. Start your culinary experience with a walk to Chandpole, the local market. Here, you will get a glimpse of the spice bazaar, a chaotic riot of sights and sounds before returning to learn to cook a Rajasthani meal with your host Usha. Usha lives in a home that has been in their family for more than a century and has been recently converted into a beautiful heritage guest house surrounded by delightful gardens full of melodic songbirds. You will be greeted with a welcome drink served in Usha's beautiful courtyard before you start your cooking class that will be held outdoors (weather permitting) at a cooking station. Learn about the spices and techniques used to cook Rajasthani cuisine before enjoying the meal you helped prepare. On days that he is available, Usha's husband Durga may join you for your meal.

Tour info

Duration

4 hours 30 minutes

Why take this tour?

Enjoy a private and authentic spice bazaar visit and cooking class in a local Jaipur home with your host Usha. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Your cooking class will take place in an outdoor kitchen station where Usha will teach you 2-3 traditional Rajasthani dishes from her family recipes. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together. Learn about authentic Rajasthani cooking techniques and special ingredients during this culinary experience. This is a unique opportunity to learn about lesser-known Rajasthani foods and relax in a beautiful tranquil courtyard filled with greenery and authentic charm.

What’s included?

Lunch or dinner
Bottled water
Beverages
Local host
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Gratuities
Private cooking class with your host Usha
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 4h 30m
Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 3 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.

Operator Website

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Traveling Spoon

About operator:

Traveling Spoon provides travelers with private, authentic food experiences, from homemade meals to cooking classes and market tours, with local hosts in their homes.