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Cooking Class Sri Lanka with Locals

Cooking Class Sri Lanka with Locals

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Cooking Class Sri Lanka with Locals

Recommended by 100% of travelers
Colombo, Sri Lanka
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    Sample Menu

    Starter

    Fish Cutlets

    Spicy fish cakes, deep-fried to perfection, accompanied by a tangy sauce.

    Main

    Chicken Curry

    Tender chicken pieces cooked in a flavorful blend of Sri Lankan spices and coconut milk.

    Main

    Dhal Curry

    Creamy lentil curry infused with aromatic spices.

    Main

    Brinjal Moju

    Eggplant pickle, is a sweet and sour dish made with brinjal (eggplant), onions, and spices.

    Main

    Daily picked vegetable

    Fresh, handpicked vegetables sourced daily and cooked to perfection using traditional methods. Enjoy farm-to-table flavors in every dish!

    Main

    Sri Lankan style Stir fry Vegetable

    Sri Lankan-style stir-fried vegetables, cooked with fresh ingredients, coconut oil, and local spices for a flavorful, healthy dish.

    Main

    Centella Asiatica Salad

    Fresh Gotukola leaves tossed with spices, coconut, and lime for a refreshing, healthy Sri Lankan salad bursting with flavor.

    Starter

    Papadam

    A thin, crispy, and fried snack made with black gram.

    Dessert

    Fresh Fruits

    Collection of fresh-cut fruits for dessert.

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Reviews

    5.0
    based on 114 reviews
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    A wonderful insight into daily Sri Lankan life

    Paul_W, Feb 2026
    Bring a big appetite and be prepared to get a little messy. This is part of the fun! Vegetarians are easily catered for. We had the very best experience that we could have wished for with Dhanuka and his family. We started at the farmer's market and collected our ingredients. Dhanuka gave us lots of information about how to select the best ingredients. We had lots of fun cooking with the family and ended up with a huge feast of 9 different dishes, along with rice, poppadoms and fruit and crepe like dessert. Dhanuka was even kind enough to bring us back, well beyond the service advertised.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 😊 We’re so happy you enjoyed the full experience — from the farmer’s market to the big feast at home. It was truly a pleasure cooking, sharing, and spending that time with you. You are always welcome back to our home! 🙏🍛

    Unforgettable afternoon with such fantastic food!

    Adrienne_B, Feb 2026
    Enjoyed spending the afternoon with Dhanuka’s family, cooking & eating different curries of Sri Lanka. Such warm people, with big hearts.

    Response from Host, Feb 2026

    Thank you so much for your kind words! 😊 We truly enjoyed spending the afternoon with you as well. It means a lot to hear you felt the warmth of our family. You’re always welcome back to share more curries and smiles with us!

    Rustic to banquet The essence of Sri Lankan Cuisine

    Lookingforwater, Aug 2025
    ANU and Danuka went to extraordinary lengths to give us a total experience Not only did we visit markets to learn how to choose the fruit and vegetables they wove the magic of the history of Sri Lanka cuisine. I was surprised to learn less was better. That coconut is the life blood of the cuisine

    A true local cooking experience!

    Karen_W, Jul 2025
    This is a wonderful cooking experience in a local Colombo home. It begins by visiting the outdoor market to select the produce and to sample some of the beautiful local fruits. We then went to Dhanuka’s family home. He and his wife were both welcoming and generous in sharing their knowledge of Sri Lankan food. The food was delicious and I really enjoyed helping to prepare the food and to see the cooking process. The highlight for me was seeing how one coconut could produce so much from sambol to the milk. It was a wonderful morning and a fabulous lunch, an experience I definitely would highly recommend.

    Response from Host, Jul 2025

    Dear Karen, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words! It was truly a pleasure to welcome you into our home and share the rich flavors and traditions of Sri Lankan cooking with you. We're so glad you enjoyed the market visit and the hands-on experience—especially seeing the magic of the coconut in action! Your enthusiasm and curiosity made the day even more special for us. We hope the memories (and recipes!) stay with you, and we'd love to welcome you back anytime for another delicious adventure. Safe travels and all the best! Regards,
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