Cook Authentic Sri Lankan Dishes with a Local Family in Nilaveli

Duration6h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

What sets our activity apart is the authentic, personal connection you’ll experience by cooking side by side with a local Sri Lankan family in our home—not in a studio or restaurant.

You’ll learn time-honored recipes passed down through generations, use fresh ingredients from our garden or local market, and discover the heart of Sri Lankan hospitality.

This isn’t just a cooking class—it’s a cultural exchange, a shared meal, and a warm invitation into our everyday life. You'll leave not just with new skills, but with new friends.

Options

Rice and Curry Vegetarian

Vegetarian Class
Duration: 4 hours: Food Preparation, Cooking Experience & Dining

Rice and Curry Chicken

Duration: 4 hours: Food Preparation, Cooking Experience & Dining

Hoper String Hooper Dosa Roti

Duration: 5 hours: Food Preparation, Cooking Experience & Dining
Hooper Class : Coconut Roti, Dosa, String Hooper, Hopper

Kottu Roti Class

Kottu Roti Class : Make Kottu Roti and Curry's
Duration: 4 hours: Food Preparation, Cooking Experience & Dining

Rice and Curry Seafood

Duration: 4 hours: Food Preparation, Cooking Experience & Dining
Seafood : Fish, Prawn, Cuttlefish, Mud Crab

What's included

Bottled water
Cook equipment and incredints
Coffee and/or Tea
Meals

What to expect

Join a local Sri Lankan family for an unforgettable hands-on cooking experience in Nilaveli! You’ll be warmly welcomed into our home, where you’ll learn how to prepare traditional Sri Lankan dishes using fresh, local ingredients.

We’ll start by introducing you to the spices and cooking techniques that give Sri Lankan cuisine its rich flavors. Then, you'll cook step-by-step with your host—making favorites like rice and curry, hoppers, roti, or dosa.

As we cook, you'll hear stories about local culture, food traditions, and family life. Once everything is ready, we’ll sit down together to enjoy the delicious meal you helped prepare.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned cook, this is a fun, relaxed, and authentic experience that connects you with real Sri Lankan hospitality.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meeting Point:
Meet at "Cook with Nimali at Nilaveli", located near 4th Cross lane Gopalapuram Nilaveli, near The Rice and Curry Seafood Restaurant & Pigeon Island Tours Google maps location COOK WITH NIMALI https://g.co/kgs/xTaM2hw
Please arrive 10 minutes before the class start time.

End point

Meeting Point:
Meet at "Cook with Nimali at Nilaveli", located near 4th Cross lane Gopalapuram Nilaveli, near The Rice and Curry Seafood Restaurant & Pigeon Island Tours Google maps location COOK WITH NIMALI https://g.co/kgs/xTaM2hw
Please arrive 10 minutes before the class start time.

Additional information

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.9 (14)