Top Mumbai Classes & Workshops

Experience authentic Indian vibes, the warmth of local hospitality, and the magic of chai and pakoras in a family home. Be welcomed with a traditional Indian greeting, complete with a tika and mala. Learn about Indian spices, teas, and ingredients used in chai and pakora preparation. Discuss the benefits of seasonal Indian teas and enjoy a little chat about traditions, culture, and the fascinating stories of how tea became part of Indian life. Step into the home kitchen and prepare masala chai and pakoras with the beloved green chutney. Enjoy your chai and pakoras in a cozy, traditional setup while sharing stories and laughter. Depart with cherished memories and the confidence to recreate this experience for your loved ones back home. Whether you're a tea lover or new to chai, you’ll leave with a piece of India in your heart.

First-time visitors to Mumbai will enjoy this private, comprehensive overview of the city’s cultural, historic, and spiritual highlights. From the grand railway station to bustling markets, Islamic mosques to Jain temples, this private tour includes diverse attractions and convenient hotel pickup for a seamless experience, with upgrade options to also include the Dharavi Slums or Elephanta Caves, as well as driver-only option.

During the workshop the participant can develop products of their interest. A mug, a plate, a color palette, a name plate, a miniature, a bowl, a trinket holder, etc. There is no restriction of what to build during the workshop. We will provide step-by-step guidance to develop the same. * Doesn't matter if you're a novice or an expert, this workshop is meant to be your day out, to just relax and let yourself free.

During this cooking class in Mumbai, get a hands-on experience of every step in the food-making process so you can recreate Indian dishes back home. Visit the local outdoor market and get a chance to pick fresh ingredients. Then, head to your instructor’s home to be shown how to prepare up to three Punjabi dishes. The lesson will be followed by a sit-down meal.

Punjabi cuisine is one of the best-known and most popular around the world, and you’ll learn all about it during this private cooking class in Mumbai. Your instructor is an enthusiastic home cook, and will share her love of Punjabi food with you. Learn to make vegetarian dishes the traditional way, and then enjoy eating them afterwards. Your instructor knows the best flavor combinations for every dish you make, so you’re sure to leave with a satisfied appetite.

What sets this experience apart is the opportunity to cook a complete North Indian meal from scratch in a real Mumbai home, guided step-by-step by Bijal. Guests don’t just follow a recipe, they learn how to confidently use Indian spices, understand flavour balance and recreate dishes back home. The class is intentionally small and highly interactive, so every guest gets personal guidance in Bijal’s home kitchen. Even after the experience, guests can reach out for recipe support and cooking tips, making this a practical, skill-building experience that stays with them long after their trip to Mumbai.

Learn the secrets of Maharashtrian cuisine during a private cooking experience at a local chef’s home. Shop for ingredients together at a Mumbai market, then return to their kitchen to prepare two to three traditional dishes. Finish with dessert and coffee or chai (tea) as you sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve made, while your host shares insights into local food and culture.

Step into a local Mumbai home and experience Indian culture through its food. This hands-on cooking class is designed for travelers who want more than just a recipe you’ll cook, eat, and connect like a local. Under the guidance of a friendly local host, learn how traditional Indian dishes are prepared using fresh ingredients, aromatic spices, and time honored techniques passed down through generations. You’ll actively participate in cooking multiple dishes, understand the balance of spices, and discover everyday Indian kitchen secrets. After cooking, sit down together and enjoy an unlimited home-style Indian meal, freshly prepared by you and the host. Guests are welcome to take second servings and truly enjoy the flavors at a relaxed pace, just like an Indian family meal. This experience is perfect for food lovers, cultural explorers, couples, families, and solo travelers looking for an authentic and memorable Mumbai experience.

See the highlights of Mumbai without the stress of navigating the city alone by opting for a guided tour in your own private, air-conditioned vehicle. You'll visit iconic spots such as the Gateway of India and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus with stops at a variety of Hindu and Jain temples. You'll also spend time at Dhobi Ghat, the city's famous open-air laundromat.

Learn to cook Indian food from your home with this private virtual class live from Mumbai. Interact in real time with instructors based in Mumbai, choosing one main course and one dessert to prepare. A list of ingredients is provided beforehand so you can cook along during the class, enjoying a personalized experience with hotel pickup included.

Vegetarian cooking classes can be hard to come by, especially when you’re looking for one to do from home. This Indian vegetarian cuisine virtual cooking class is a great choice for anyone looking to add some delicious Mumbai-inspired dishes to their plate. Connect with your instructor live on Skype, straight from our home kitchen in Mumbai's largest slum, and learn the ins and outs of whipping up popular favorites such as mattar paneer. Meet our family, learn about our culture, our home, and our delicious food.

Learn to prepare an authentic Bengali meal and visit a local market with an expert home cook. Abhinanda lives in Andheri West with her husband and son in a contemporary apartment. Abhinanda will take you to her local market and teach you about regional produce. Then you will return to her home and spend time in the kitchen together, creating a delicious Bengali feast. Enjoy the meal together at her dining table with Abhinanda and her family, when they are available. If you are only interested in the cooking class but not the market tour, choose the cooking class only option. This is a unique opportunity to learn to cook with a Mumbai local in her kitchen. You'll leave with new cooking skills, a full stomach, and a new friend in Mumbai!

It’s easy to find great Indian food in Mumbai’s restaurants, but if you want to recreate the cuisine at home, you need to learn to make it yourself. Get hands-on guidance during your choice of private or small-group cooking class in a local’s home. Learn about Indian culinary methods and ingredients as you cook dishes such as chicken tikka masala, fish curry, and biryani. Enjoy a hearty home-cooked meal after.

Learn to cook authentic Parsi dishes that you can’t find in many restaurants during a private class with a local cook in their Mumbai home. Prepare meat and seafood specialties such as pomfret, prawns, and akuri, then enjoy the meal you helped create, including signature dishes. This hands-on experience offers insight into Parsi culture and cuisine in an intimate setting, and teaches you skills you can practice later at home.

Learn to layer spices and flavors like a professional with a private Indian cooking class in Mumbai. Whip up classics such as paneer and paranthas—plus chicken and fish for non-vegetarians—while your teacher provides insight into local customs and culture. Enjoy your meal at the end of the class, and then transfer back to your Mumbai hotel or the port with included transportation.

Learn the history of Indian spices and how to blend them in a traditional recipe. Master the art of authentic Indian cooking. Gain confidence in culinary skills.

Enjoy a cultural exchange with an Indian family during a private class in a local home. Learn about fragrant spices and traditional cooking techniques. Take home recipes so you can recreate your experience any time. Choose from a menu of classic dishes, including paranthas, sag paneer, chapattis, raita and masala. Sit down to a meal with your hosts before returning to your hotel.

Experience a side of Mumbai that few visitors get the chance to see with this early-morning tour of the city. You'll wake up early in time to see a fish auction, a flower market, and a vegetable market set up all along both sides of a bridge, all before most people even crawl out of bed.

Get to know Mumbai on a deeper level by taking a private tour of Dharavi, where the popular film “Slumdog Millionaire” was based. The informal settlement, one of the largest in the world, is a hub of innovation and creativity, and you can meet the people and visit the businesses that thrive in challenging circumstances. Ideal for first-time and regular visitors to Mumbai alike.

Make the most of your time at shore and explore the bustling city of Mumbai. See the city’s key landmarks such as the Queen Victoria Terminus, Crawford Market, Malabar Hill, the Gateway of India, and the Taj Mahal Hotel. Learn about the history of Mumbai from ancient times to present-day as you explore the city in an air-contioned coach.

Whether you’re arriving in or departing from Mumbai, this private transfer makes it easy to get between the airport and the city. Your driver will meet you at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport or your hotel or other location in the city and take you straight to your destination. There’s no need to haggle with taxi drivers or navigate uncomfortable public transport.

Rewind to Mumbai’s pre-colonial days on a private half-day tour of the Elephanta Caves. With a private guide, ride a ferry to Elephanta Island in Mumbai Harbor, and explore its UNESCO-listed caves and rock art, believed to date from the 500s. Explore the main Shiva Cave with its huge sculptures of Shiva and Hindu mythologies, and admire the smaller Buddhist caves as your guide shares their history. Ferry and entrance tickets at own expense and option to include a family lunch.

Visit five stunning temples in Mumbai on a private full-day tour with an informative guide. Learn about Hindu gods and goddesses at Balbulnath Temple, Mahalakshmi Temple, Shree Siddhivinayak Temple, Mumba Devi Temple, and ISKCON Temple, and soak in views of the city and Arabian Sea. Includes private guide and vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Set sail for Elephanta Island, known for its ancient Hindu and Buddhist cave temples, with your own private guide. You'll take a ferry out to the island from the Gateway of India, where you'll have time to explore the caves and learn about their significance with the help of your guide. Boat tickets are included and tour packages with and without hotel pick-up are available.