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Hands-On Cooking Class in Anuradhapura-Cook Like a Local

Location Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
$45.00
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.

Overview

Step into a peaceful village home and learn how to cook like the locals of ancient Rajarata. This hands-on experience is more than just a cooking class – it’s a journey into Sri Lankan culture, tradition, and village life.

Pick Your Own Coconut – Straight from the Tree!
Have fun in the garden as you pluck a fresh coconut and see how it’s used in cooking – from tree to table!

️Grind Spices on a Miris Gala (Stone Grinder)
Smell the amazing aroma as you grind your own spices using a traditional stone grinder. It’s the old way – and it’s the best way!

Scrape Coconut with a Hiramanaya
Try a fun kitchen skill that every Sri Lankan home cook knows! It’s easy to learn and very satisfying.

Cook on a Wood-Fired Stove
Make your meal over a firewood stove, just like our grandmothers did. The smoky flavor makes it extra tasty!

A Taste of Ancient Traditions
Use clay pots, coconut-shell firewood, and fresh ingredients picked from our garden.

❤️ More Than a Meal – A Cultural Journey
Hands-On Cooking Class in Anuradhapura-Cook Like a Local
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 3 hours

  • Lunch /Dinner- Enjoy a freshly cooked village-style lunch or dinner you helped prepare during the class! Each dish is made with love, local ingredients, and age-old recipes.
  • Cook on a Wood-Fired Stove Make your meal over a firewood stove, just like our grandmothers did. The smoky flavor makes it extra tasty!
  • ️ Grind Spices on a Miris Gala (Stone Grinder) Smell the amazing aroma as you grind your own spices using a traditional stone grinder. It’s the old way – and it’s the best way!
  • Use clay pots, coconut-shell firewood, and fresh ingredients picked from our garden
  • Cook Over a Traditional Wood-Fired Stove Prepare your dishes over a firewood stove – just like our grandmothers used to do. The smoky aroma adds a whole new level of flavor and authenticity!
  • Pick Your Own Coconut – Straight from the Tree! Have fun in the garden as you pluck a fresh coconut and see how it’s used in cooking – from tree to table!
  • Scrape Coconut with a Hiramanaya Try a fun kitchen skill that every Sri Lankan home cook knows! It’s easy to learn and very satisfying.

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Looking for authentic things to do in Anuradhapura? Join us for an unforgettable hands-on cooking experience rooted in the heart of Sri Lanka’s ancient Rajarata Kingdom!

‍ Cook Like the Ancients
Learn to prepare authentic Sri Lankan dishes using age-old recipes passed down through generations. From grinding spices on a miris gala (stone grinder) to simmering curries over a wood-fired clay stove, you'll be immersed in a culinary heritage journey like no other.

✅ Authentic Village Setting – Experience cooking in our clay kitchen with a coconut-leaf roof, surrounded by nature and rustic charm.

✅ Welcome with a Smile – Enjoy a refreshing local drink upon arrival ✨

✅ Traditional Cooking Tools – Get hands-on with:

Miris gala (stone grinder)

Hiramanaya (coconut scraper)

Wood-fired stove

Whether you’re a food lover, a culture explorer, or simply searching for the best cooking class in Anuradhapura, this immersive experience is not to be missed!

Book Now for an unforgettable cultural experience in Sri Lanka!

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Hands-On Cooking Class in Anuradhapura-Cook Like a Local

    Location Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka
    $45.00
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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