Kathmandu · NEPALI COOKING & MOMO CLASSES
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Learn to pleat a momo, simmer a proper dal bhat, and carry the recipes home. Below are the best Nepali cooking classes in Kathmandu ranked: which are led by local families, how many dishes you make, whether a market visit is included, and what each costs.
Half-day Thamel cooking class in Kathmandu with small groups, hands-on Nepali dishes, momos every menu, and meals included for about 2.5 hours.
“Wow, what a fantastic evening! Anshu and the girls were superb in showing us how to cook Nepalise food and threw in a quick dance lesson too to round off the evening. We started the evening by visiting the market and having all the ingreRead more”
Kathmandu’s local women-led cooking class takes you to the market, then teaches momo and dal bhat plus more, with tasting included.
“This was a very interesting and informative momo cooking class! After the lesson, we could enjoy plenty of freshly made dumplings!”
Hands-on Nepali cooking in Thamel: shop ingredients, make momos and 3 dishes, taste your work, plus a take-home cookbook.
“Es hat alles wunderbar geklappt, das Kochen hat Spaß gemacht, es waren alle sehr freundlich und zum Schluss hat es wunderbar geschmeckt. Die Rezepte wurden in einem PDF gesendet so dass man alles wunderbar wieder kochen kann”
Women-led Nepali cooking in Thamel with masala chai, spice lessons, hands-on meal prep, lunch, and a recipe book, for $30.
“Fantastic class, the girls were incredibly upbeat and friendly and made the whole experience so enjoyable. I was on my own and I had a great time with them. You cook everything yourself with their guidance and there was no cleaning up on my part, they did everything for me. I would definitely recommend this class while in Kathmandu.”
A private Nepali cooking class in Kathmandu with hotel pickup, market and organic-ingredient shopping, hands-on dal bhat and momos, and PDF recipes.
“I had the pleasure of spending the day with Thapa Kalpana & her daughter touring her bountiful garden & seeing organic ingredients we were using. She is an absolute delight & filled with great cooking tips! Her class is in the suburbs Read more”
Kathmandu momo class with a local market tour, hands-on veggie or chicken dumplings, soup option, and masala tea. Pickup in the Valley.
“Great teachers and delicious food, thanks for a great afternoon :)”
A women-run momo class in Thamel: chai, spice talk, hands-on folding, lunch, and a recipe book to bring Nepal home for $18.
“This was so much fun! The ladies made me feel so welcome! This was interesting, informative, and I definitely improved my cooking skills. While you could learn to cook anywhere, these were the best, most patient, kindest ladies in all of Kathmandu!”
Kathmandu momo and dal bhat class with a market tour, English-speaking chefs, masala tea, and optional pickup for $5 in Thamel.
“Excellent experience. Would recommend. Learnt how to cook lots of Nepali dishes, food was brilliant. There was only me and my friend but it was still great fun.”
Hands-on momo and dal bhat in Kathmandu with a market stop, chef coaching, masala tea, and optional hotel pickup.
“Niche was incredible. She was super smart and funny. We loved her style of teaching the class. The food was really tasty. We will be cooking at home.”
Thamel cooking class with a local market trip in Kathmandu. Hands-on Nepali meals, ingredients included, vegetarian options, recipes to take home.
“We were four persons this day. Not room for any more in the small kitchen. A nice morning although it was a bit stressful and more like putting ingredients togheter, than a schooling.”
Thamel Kathmandu half-day cooking class with a market stop, hands-on momos and dal bhat, and masala tea tasting for $35.
“Fantastic, fun and informative class. The menu and food was awesome food to enjoy after preparing and cooking. Highly recommended.”
Women-led cooking class in Kathmandu with a market visit and hands-on Nepali lunch/dinner. Learn dal bhat and momo for about $11.
“Fantastic Culinary Experience at Kathmandu Cooking Academy! Kathmandu Cooking Academy offers an amazing hands-on experience for anyone interested in Nepali cuisine. The class was both interesting and delicious, making it a perfect blend of learning and enjoyment. The chef who guided us was not only professional but also very friendly, patiently answering all our questions about the preparation process, ingredients, and the unique spices used in Nepali cooking. We gained valuable insights into the culture and techniques behind traditional dishes, and the best part was getting to enjoy a fantastic meal at the end of the course. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and authentic. If you’re looking ...”
Two-day Kathmandu workshop mixing Nepali cooking and jewelry making, with a women-empowerment mission, chai and momos, and guided craft.
“It was a really fun experience. As I am not a social person, I thought it would be a little awkward for me to attend this workshop or interact with a teacher or other students but everyone was very nice and easy to talk to.”
Learn Nepali momos in Kathmandu with a guided market tour, hands-on class, and optional hotel pickup. Tasting and masala tea included.
“A great hands-on experience! I loved being able to make specific requests that suited my needs. I really enjoyed this experience.”
Hands-on Nepal cooking class in Patan: market shopping, then momo, dal bhalat, and thukpa with Esther Rai in Kathmandu.
“A lovely morning spent some of my Nepalese favourite dishes. Esther was very nice and the food we cooked was excellent. We went to the local market to buy some ingredients and then cooked one complete meal. This was my first experience and I strongly recommend it. It’s a good way to learn about local culture.”
