Authentic Sri Lankan Cooking Experience – Cook with Nimali Top 7 Flavors You’ll Discover in Nimali’s Sri Lankan Kitchen Experience
1. Learn Authentic Sri Lankan Recipes
Discover how to make time-honored dishes like coconut sambol, spicy dhal curry, and homemade roti using techniques passed down through generations.
2. Cook with Local Ingredients and Traditional Tools
Use fresh herbs, hand-ground spices, and cook over clay stoves for a truly immersive experience that connects you to the roots of Sri Lankan cooking.
3. Personalized, Hands-On Guidance
Nimali offers step-by-step instruction in an intimate, relaxed setting—perfect for beginners and seasoned foodies alike.
4. Experience Real Sri Lankan Hospitality
You’re not just attending a class—you’re being welcomed into a local home. Share stories, laugh, and enjoy a meal as if you were part of the family.
5. Take Home More Than Recipes
Leave with practical cooking skills, a heart full of memories, and a deeper appreciation for Sri Lankan culture and cuisine.
Delightful Sri Lankan Flavors – Cook with Nimali
Nimali’s session – Hopper Pittu String Hopper Coconut Roti Dosa Lesson
– Group Class 15 Euros Per Person
- Starts Daily10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 6 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
Joyful Culinary Journey – Cook with Nimali
Nimali’s session Hopper Pittu String Hopper Coconut Roti Dosa Lesson –
Private Class 30 Euros
- Starts Daily 10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 6 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
traditional Sri Lankan food Rice and Curry Vegetarian Lesson – Group Class 15 Euros Per Person
Daily 10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 3 – 4 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
One person class 30 Euros
Group Class per person 15 Euros
cultural cooking experience Rice and Curry Vegetarian Lesson – Private Class 30 Euros
Daily 10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 3 – 4 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
One person class 30 Euros Group Class per person 15 Euros
Nimali’s session Rice and Curry Chicken Or Fish Lesson – Group Class 18 Euros Per Person
Daily 10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 3 -4 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
Nimali’s session Rice and Curry Chicken or Fish Lesson – Private Class 40 Euros
Daily 10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 3 -4 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
Rice and Curry Seafood Lesson – Group Class 30 Euros Per Person
Daily 10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 3 -4 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
Rice and Curry Seafood Lesson – Private Class 60 Euros
Daily 10.00 Am 4.00PM
Duration estimate 3 -4 hours
Includes
* Cooking ingredients
* Cooking equipment
* Dine in
* Bottled drinking water
* Refreshment ( Tea Coffee seasonal Fruit juice )
Excludes
* Hotel transfer ( We can arrange hotel transfer with extra charge on your request
** Shopping trip not include ( Can arrange with extra charge )
Meeting Point Location :- Cook With Nimali at Nilaveli
Discover the Magic of Sri Lankan Flavors – Cook with Nimali
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Cook with Nimali at Nilaveli is an authentic Sri Lankan cooking experience hosted by Nimali, a Sinhala woman passionate about traditional cuisine. This hands-on cooking class offers visitors the opportunity to learn and prepare delicious Sri Lankan dishes using fresh, local ingredients.
What to Expect?
- Learn to cook popular Sri Lankan dishes like Hoppers, Coconut Roti, String Hoppers, Dosa, Pittu, and traditional New Year sweets, Rice and curry. Experience the unique flavors of Sri Lankan spices and cooking techniques.
- Engage in an interactive session where you cook alongside Nimali.
- Enjoy the meal you’ve prepared in a warm, friendly atmosphere.
Location
The cooking class is conducted in Nilaveli, a beautiful coastal area known for its pristine beaches and relaxing environment.
Pricing
- Standard cooking class: 15 Euros per person
- Special classes available for seasonal or custom menus.
This experience is perfect for food lovers, travelers looking to immerse themselves in local culture, and anyone interested in learning how to cook authentic Sri Lankan food.