About this tour
Learn to cook four classic Indian dishes under the guidance of Monisha Bharadwaj, a celebrated cookbook author and professional chef, in this 2.5-hour hands-on class near Heathrow. You'll visit a local spice merchant to source authentic ingredients, then prepare and eat your creations in a home kitchen setting. The session traces how Indian cuisine became embedded in British food culture, making it ideal for those with a Heathrow layover or staying nearby—the location sits just three tube stops from the airport.
Highlights
- Source ingredients at a specialist Indian grocer with expert guidance
- Prepare four traditional Indian dishes from scratch
- Learn ingredient selection and cooking techniques from a professional chef
- Discover the cultural history of Indian food in Britain
- Share lunch with fellow cooks in a home kitchen environment
What to expect
You'll begin by visiting a local Indian food shop where your instructor helps you identify quality spices, oils and other essentials—invaluable if you're new to these ingredients. Back in the kitchen, you'll work through four dishes as a group, gaining practical tips on technique and flavour-building as you go. Expect to handle whole spices, learn proper seasoning methods and understand how regional Indian cooking differs from the adapted versions found in UK restaurants. The pace is relaxed and suitable for all skill levels.
Good to know
Vegetarian menus available; inform the organisers of any dietary needs in advance. Service animals welcome. Located three tube stops from Heathrow, making it practical for layover visitors. Lunch and hot drinks included; alcohol is not served.
Frequently asked
- How long does Indian Cooking Masterclass in London take?
- Indian Cooking Masterclass in London runs for approximately 2h 30m.
- How much does Indian Cooking Masterclass in London cost?
- Prices start from GBP $89 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Indian Cooking Masterclass in London run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Indian Cooking Masterclass in London?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.