Top Sri Lanka Classes & Workshops

At Village Cooking Class Kandy, we offer a unique opportunity to learn traditional Sri Lankan cooking in a village setting. The experience begins with a visit to a local market, where you’ll learn how to select fresh vegetables and ingredients essential to Sri Lankan cuisine. Back at the village, you’ll be guided through the preparation and cooking of authentic dishes, giving you hands-on experience in crafting a perfect Sri Lankan meal. You are welcome to join as an individual, a couple, or a group. It offers a wonderful opportunity. Our traditional cooking class is based in Kandy, and we accommodate groups of all sizes, from individuals to groups of up to 15 people. By the end, you'll have the chance to prepare a complete traditional meal. Finally, you'll enjoy tasting the delicious food. In addition, this experience includes a brief visit to a nearby village, providing you with a unique insight into local life.

Learn to cook like a local with this private cooking class in Galle Fort. Held in the back garden of a restaurant, learn to make several different Sri Lankan curry dishes, including a seafood dish, using traditional cooking methods and spices from the local spice shop. Afterwards, enjoy the dishes that you prepared.

Learn how to prepare a traditional Sri Lankan meal from start to finish during this private, half-day organic cooking workshop in Sigiriya. Relax in the home of a local family as you gather ingredients from the garden, learn about Sri Lankan spices, and aid in the preparation of a multi-dish curry dinner. Then, simply sit back and enjoy the meal prepared.

Step into the colorful world of Sri Lankan batik at Shermila Batiks, a family-run workshop founded in 1990. What began as a small home business has grown into a lively center of creativity and tradition, now proudly continued by the second generation to keep this beautiful art alive. Located in Koggala, just a short drive from Galle, the factory and gallery welcome you to discover authentic handcrafted clothing, accessories, and home décor made with care and skill. Your experience begins with a guided factory tour, where you’ll watch artisans transform plain fabric into vibrant designs using the traditional wax-resist dyeing method. See each stage of drawing, waxing, dyeing, and boiling as the colors and patterns come to life. Then join a hands-on workshop and create your own batik piece. With expert guidance, you’ll design, wax, and dye your fabric, leaving with a unique handmade souvenir and a meaningful cultural experience.

It’s hard to find Sri Lankan flavors outside their home territory. Bring home the perfect vacation souvenir when you join this Sigiriya cooking class and master the art of seven different dishes with help from your hosts. Learn about different spices, how to use them, and traditional cooking techniques as you work with fresh, seasonal ingredients to create a delicious menu. Finally, sit down to the fruits of your labor.

Your Hands-On Jewelry Experience Join us to start your journey by first learning the crucial difference between fake and genuine gemstones. Next, you'll witness, and even assist, as raw silver is melted down in the small furnace—a truly traditional spectacle. You will then get hands-on, using traditional tools to measure, shape, and hammer the silver into your desired design before moving on to the intricate steps of soldering and finishing. The best part? You'll walk away with a unique, handcrafted piece of jewellery that you created yourself by paying factory price!

Learn how to make authentic Sri Lankan food at home—long after your visit—during a private cooking class. Get an overview of classic Sri Lankan spices and ingredients before you get to cooking. Practice different techniques under the guidance of your private instructor, who will provide additional cooking tips. The dish may change depending on what's fresh and in season.

The often-delicate ingredients of Sri Lankan cooking can make it difficult to teach yourself from recipes. This small-group Galle-Unawatuna culinary experience steps up: letting you learn hands-on from a local cook. Select a lunch or dinner slot, choose fresh produce at a market, and visit a home kitchen to prep several dishes, from vegetable curries to traditional desserts. Then, sit down to savor your creations: the perfect finale to a fun and enlightening experience.

Discover the art of traditional Sri Lankan cuisine from a home cook on this small-group morning or afternoon Kandy class. Rather than using recipes, learn hands-on from Nilu in her greenery-framed outdoor kitchen on Kandy’s rural outskirts. Pick the fresh ingredients and set to work crafting dishes such as chicken curry, dahl curry, and desserts under Nilu’s guidance. Then, sit down to enjoy your homemade feast. Return transfers from Kandy included.

Learn from a dynamic team who make learning fun. The activity is completely hands-on. You prepare your meal in a traditional outdoor kitchen at the junction of a river and a canal location connects you with history. For hundreds of years, spices were transported on barges that along the river and canal where you cook. The location connects you with nature. You cook in an outdoor kitchen next to the water. At sunset, hundreds of fruit bats fly overhead. Enjoy the meal you have prepared in our waterfront dining pavilion. Use authentic tools including an antique grinding stone, cooking utensils made from bamboo and coconut shells, and locally made terracotta pots. Learn about the spices that made Sri Lanka so important in the spice trade and that make Sri Lankan cuisine so distinctive.

During our cooking class, you'll embark on a culinary journey into the heart of Sri Lankan cuisine. Begin with selecting fresh, vibrant ingredients while learning about their importance in Sri Lankan cooking. You'll step into our traditional kitchen, guided by our experienced host with over 30 years of expertise.

Master organic Sri Lankan cooking on this small-group culinary class in Sigiriya. Join a local home cook at a small nature resort, and wander the lush garden to learn about and pick fresh, homegrown ingredients for your culinary experience. Then, head for the kitchen to prepare an authentic local rice-and-curry dish with step-by-step instructions. Cap your experience by savoring your farm-to-feast creations as you uncover even more tips from your friendly cooking tutor.

We do cooking demo of Sri Lankan healthy curries. We do old traditional way of cooking. Eight different curries including one seafood dish as well. You can come and discover about Sri Lankan cuisine. After the adventure, you will get to share your own cooked meal with a traditional dessert – curd and treacle...

You will have traditional cooking experience with us. We are making 10 different dishes and traditional desserts too. We are using only clay pots. It’s about 3 hours duration and wile you cooking by your self chef will give you authentic cooking style in Srilanka. Funnily we are providing menu too.

What sets our activity apart is the authentic, personal connection you’ll experience by cooking side by side with a local Sri Lankan family in our home—not in a studio or restaurant. You’ll learn time-honored recipes passed down through generations, use fresh ingredients from our garden or local market, and discover the heart of Sri Lankan hospitality. This isn’t just a cooking class—it’s a cultural exchange, a shared meal, and a warm invitation into our everyday life. You'll leave not just with new skills, but with new friends.

This tea tour offers a truly unique and enriching experience for travelers, combining technical insights, cultural immersion, and expert-led guidance. Here’s what sets it apart: 1)Deep Technical Insights: Delve into topics like plant biology, agronomy, and the economics of tea production, offering a level of depth rarely found in other tours. Learn the art and science of tea-making, from leaf to cup. 2)Extensive Tasting Experience: Enjoy a curated tasting of diverse teas, including black, green, and artisan varieties 3)Cultural and Historical Context: Beyond production, explore the rich history and cultural significance of tea in Sri Lanka 4)Run by Industry Experts: The tour is led by a National Tour Guide Lecturer and a team of professionals with extensive backgrounds in tea plantation management. This tour is perfect for tea enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, offering an immersive journey into Sri Lanka’s tea heritage.

Discover the skills of Sri Lankan home cooking—something difficult to arrange independently—with this private class in Negombo. Forget using recipes and be welcomed into an authentic family home to experience how locals prep day-to-day dishes. After tea or coffee, cook up coconut milk, curry, rice, and other treats, and sit down to savor your creations for dinner around your host’s table. Upgrade to add a market visit to choose your vegetables and hear about local spices and herbs.

Learn to cook Sri Lankan fare from a pro with this private cooking class, held in a local family restaurant. You'll learn how to make traditional dishes and blend your own spices, and all tools and ingredients will be provided to make your experience a success. After your class, you'll sit down to dine on what you've made.

Join Nona and Indra for an unforgettable journey into authentic Sri Lankan cuisine! Start your experience by shopping for fresh local ingredients, learning about their flavors and origins. Then, dive into cooking traditional Sri Lankan dishes. Choose to prepare four delicious options from the list below or any other vegetable you like available on that day: •⁠ ⁠Chicken or Fish Curry •⁠ ⁠Dhal/Lentils Curry •⁠ ⁠Pumpkin Curry •⁠ ⁠Green Beans Curry •⁠ ⁠Aubergine Fry •⁠ ⁠Green Leave Salad / Stir Fry •⁠ ⁠Mushrooms Dry Curry •⁠ ⁠Potato Curry •⁠ ⁠Okra/Lady Fingers Dry curry •⁠ ⁠⁠Coconut Sambol All dishes are served with a generous portion of rice and crispy papadams. Come into our kitchen and garden, and let us teach you the secrets to perfect rice and curry. Book your experience today. Come hungry, leave with a full heart and new culinary skills. We can’t wait to welcome you into our kitchen!

️ Negombo Food Tour by Tuk Tuk – Itinerary Experience the authentic flavors of Sri Lanka as you explore Negombo’s vibrant food scene by traditional tuk tuk. Welcome Drink – King Coconut Start your journey with Sri Lanka’s famous king coconut, a refreshing natural energy drink enjoyed by locals. Ceylon Tea & Spice Tasting Discover the rich taste of world-renowned Ceylon tea and aromatic Sri Lankan spices. (Visit included upon customer request.) Three Types of Hoppers Savor Sri Lanka’s iconic hoppers in three delicious styles: Crispy hopper Soft & fluffy hopper Classic egg hopper Mushroom Masala Dosa & Short Eats Enjoy South Indian–inspired mushroom masala dosa along with popular Sri Lankan short eats loved by locals. Seafood Kottu Roti & Coconut Rotti End the tour with Negombo’s specialty seafood kottu roti, a flavorful twist on Sri Lanka’s most famous street food, paired with coconut rotti and other tasty street bites.

Practicing yoga is perfect to rewind, activate, and at the same time calm your body, mind, and soul. Feel refreshed after your practice. The class will be adapted accordingly to your level of experience, therefore, all levels are welcome. Yoga can be a great balance for surfing. Or just add the extra self-care to your holiday by taking time for yourself. Our yoga space offers a sea view and sea breeze. You can use the pool after the class free of charge.

The Ella Tasting Experience Master the art of Sri Lankan cuisine with a private, curated cooking class focused on Authentic Vegan and Gluten-Free flavors. From a hand-picked tasting menu to one-on-one guidance, we provide a bespoke culinary journey tailored to your palate, ensuring your favorite island memories stay with you long after you’ve returned home. Upon booking our experience, we craft your tailor made menu Each experience is filled with unique content matching your tastes

Cooking with a local provides insights videos just can’t provide. Join your host and a small group for this Galle cooking class. Take a tuk-tuk to the Dutch Market, hear its history, and buy fresh vegetables, then visit the fish market for fresh fish. Next, learn about spices, how to cook rice, and how to make five different curries. Finally, eat a buffet lunch with your fingers, the local way.