Join us for a hands-on culinary journey through the vibrant coastal cuisines of South India and Goa. In this immersive 3-hour class, you’ll explore fragrant curries, bold spices, and traditional techniques, guided by our expert chefs.
On the menu:
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Malabar Prawn Curry: Juicy prawns simmered in a creamy coconut gravy with curry leaves, tamarind, and warm spices, inspired by the Kerala coast.
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Chettinad Pukku Kuzhambu (Pumpkin Tamarind Curry): A tangy, aromatic curry authentic to the Chettinad region of Tamil Nadu.
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Goan Fish Caldinho: A delicate, mildly spiced yellow coconut curry with fish, reflecting the elegance of Goan Catholic cuisine influenced by Portuguese techniques.
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Mangalorean Chicken Sukka: A dry-style chicken dish cooked with roasted coconut, red chillies, and aromatic spices for a rich, textured masala.
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Beans Poriyal: A light South Indian stir-fry of green beans with coconut, mustard seeds, and curry leaves, perfect for balancing the meal.
During the class, you’ll enjoy hands-on instruction, guidance on flavour balance, and insight into South Indian and Goan cooking traditions. The session includes approximately 2.25 hours of cooking followed by 45 minutes to sit down and enjoy your creations.
Class details:
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Led by a Radhika Howarth and Assistant Chef
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Class sizes typically 6–14 students for a relaxed, interactive experience
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Students have their own chopping board and prep space; cooking at the hob is done in pairs
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Bring a container to take home leftovers
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Suitable for all skill levels, from complete beginners to confident home cooks
Allergies & dietary information:
Our menu may contain nuts, shellfish, gluten, and egg. Please contact us in advance if you have any dietary requirements—we can provide alternative ingredients or recipes. Vegetarian options are also available upon request.
£115.00
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Description
Join us for a vibrant culinary journey along India’s coastline, where coconut groves meet spice-laden sea breezes and every region tells a different food story. In this full hands-on class, you’ll not only cook but also learn how to use spices with confidence and discover the rich culinary history behind each dish. Together we’ll prepare a fragrant Malabar Prawn Curry from Kerala, where prawns gently simmer in a creamy coconut gravy with curry leaves and tamarind; an authentic Chettinad Pukku Kuzhambu, a bold pumpkin-and-tamarind curry from Tamil Nadu; a silky Goan Fish or Vegetable Caldinho, a mild golden coconut curry shaped by Indo-Portuguese influences; and a classic Mangalorean Chicken Sukka, a dry-roasted chicken dish enriched with coconut and red chillies. Celebrating the flavours of Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Goa and Karnataka, this immersive coastal cooking experience offers flavour, storytelling and technique in equal measure.