Private Tour
Indian Vegetarian Cooking Class in Singapore With Kalpana
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
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Whether you're a traveler seeking an authentic local experience in Singapore or a foodie eager to explore South Indian flavors, this in-home cooking and dining experience is the perfect place to connect over delicious food and heartfelt hospitality.
Enjoy an authentic South Indian vegetarian meal in a local's cozy Singapore home. In you're hands-on cooking class, learn to cook traditional dishes using family recipes passed down for generations. Choose from South Indian Thali, North Indian Thali, or Indian Breakfast menus. Located conveniently near Simei MRT. End the experience by sharing the meal with your host and learning cultural insights.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Host offers three menus, so please choose one at the time of booking
Kalpana can accommodate a lactose free, gluten free, vegetarian or vegan diet, if informed in advance
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Join Kalpana in her home kitchen to learn to cook a traditional Indian vegetarian meal using family recipes. In this hands-on cooking class in Singapore, you’ll learn to prepare two dishes from scratch. Choose from one of three menu options: South Indian Thali, North Indian Thali, or Indian Breakfast. The cooking class lasts about 1.5 hours and includes practical tips and techniques that are essential to Indian home cooking. After the class, sit down to enjoy the delicious meal you helped prepare, sharing the experience with your host Kalpana and her family, when they’re around. This Singapore cooking class is perfect for curious travelers, food lovers, and anyone looking to explore authentic Indian cuisine through a hands-on, cultural experience in a local home.
Sample Menu
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Please choose ONE menu from the below options:
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South Indian Thali
Kuzhi paniyaram with coconut chutney or podi idlis + Sambhar or rasam, paruppu, poriyal, rice, homemade curd + Kesari
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North Indian Thali
Dal makhni or kadhi + Chole or baingan bharta or rajma + Peas pulao + Roti or poori + Halwa or kheer
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Indian Breakfast
Poha + Idlis or dosas with sambar and coconut chutney + Aloo Paratha with homemade curd
What‘s Included
All Fees and Taxes
Home-cooked Indian meal
Hands-on vegetarian cooking class in Singapore
Options
Cooking + lunch with Kalpana
Cooking + dinner with Kalpana
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Evening That Tastes Like Home”
Patrick G,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00More Than a Cooking Class – A Beautiful Cultural Experience Spending an evening cooking with Kalpana in Singapore was pure magic. From the moment I stepped into her warm and fragrant kitchen, time seemed to slow down — spices toasted in the pan, laughter filled the air, and every dish told a story. Under Kalpana’s gentle guidance, I learned to craft crispy Dosa, Arachuvitta Sambar rich with flavor, Rava Kesari glowing with saffron sweetness, and golden fried potatoes that tasted like comfort itself. We even ground our own Garam Masala by hand — the aroma was unforgettable. When we finally sat down to share the meal with her family, it felt less like a class and more like being welcomed into a home. The food was extraordinary, but it was the warmth, humor, and generosity of spirit that truly made the evening shine. If you want to taste the soul of South Indian cuisine right here in Singapore, spend an evening with Kalpana. It’s not just a cooking class — it’s a heartfelt journey through flavor, friendship, and home.
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