Private Market Visit & Cooking Class in Sundari's Chennai Home

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3 hours
Group size
Max 8 guests
Language
English

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 US$55.10  per guest
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Discover the flavors of South India with Sundari in her Chennai home as you prepare traditional Tamil Brahmin vegetarian recipes using time-honored techniques. From crispy vadai and flavorful sambar to creamy payasam and filter coffee, you'll cook, dine, and connect over recipes that have been passed down through generations. After cooking together, share a delicious homemade meal served on banana leaves while learning about local customs and everyday life.
Private South Indian vegetarian cooking class in a local home
Authentic home-cooked meal served on banana leaves
Optional: Guided tour of a neighborhood supermarket
Step into Sundari's welcoming home for a private cooking class celebrating the rich traditions of Tamil Brahmin cuisine. Learn to prepare authentic South Indian vegetarian dishes, discover the cultural significance behind each recipe, and enjoy your homemade meal served on a traditional banana leaf. This immersive experience offers a genuine glimpse into Chennai's food, culture, and hospitality. Your experience begins with a tour of Sundari’s home and an introduction to the dishes you will prepare. Then join her in the kitchen for your hands-on Chennai cooking class. As a Tamil Brahmin, Sundari prepares only vegetarian food, and together you will cook 3 dishes that form a traditional South Indian meal. Enjoy your meal the local way, eating with your hands from stainless steel plates or banana leaves. Choose the optional market visit to walk with Sundari to the nearby Sastri Nagar neighborhood supermarket where she shops. She will introduce you to South Indian spices, fresh produce, and pantry staples, and help you purchase spices to take home. Please note this visit is to a neighborhood supermarket rather than an open market.
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Vadai
Crisp and doughy lentil fritters served with a seasonal chutney
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Sambar
Lentil and tamarind based vegetable stew served with rice
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Rasam
Peppery broth of lentils and spices accented with lemon juice, tomatoes or tamarind
MAIN
Kootu and kuzhambu
A variety of Indian vegetables stir-fried and in tangy curries
DESSERT
Payasam
A traditional South Indian milk pudding flavored with cardamom.
STARTER
South Indian filter coffee
Meeting Point

7th Cross Street, Chennai Tamil Nadu, India, IN, 600020

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Meet your host Sundari at her home in the Adyar neighborhood of Chennai. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighbourhood details, and not the exact address. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.
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This experience ends at the meeting point.

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jessicacD2939HYAugust 2026 ‱ TripAdvisor
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Sundari made my whole trip!😍

We had such a wonderful cooking class with Sundari in Chennai! She was incredibly kind, welcoming, and such a great teacher. She was especially wonderful with my 9-year-old and made the whole experience so much fun. And the food was SOOOO delicious!! 😍 My favourite part was her making me feel at home and having nice conversations amongst the cookingđŸ„° I highly recommend Sundari to anyone looking for an authentic and memorable cooking experience in Chennai. We can’t wait to learn more from her ...read more

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Passenger51185046842July 2026 ‱ TripAdvisor
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Best cooking class with Sundari!

I had such a wonderful time with Sundari! The traditional dishes she taught me were absolutely delicious, and I learned so much throughout the experience. Sundari is a warm, charming, and caring person who went above and beyond to make sure I had a great time, even outside of the cooking lesson. If you’re looking for the best places to buy spices or other local products, just ask her—she’ll happily point you in the right direction. Having traveled to many countries, she brings a unique perspec...read more

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Compass66517564929June 2026 ‱ TripAdvisor
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Marvellous

Excellent cooking experience with Sundari Akka. I did change of menus very last minutes, and she is very accommodating and provide a small touch on the Indian culture. The kitchen design is very unique that makes the overall experience to another level. In term of cooking and recipe, very implied techniques, simple ingredients and taste absolutely delicious❀

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Response from ViatorJune 12, 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you had such an enjoyable cooking experience with Sundari Akka. We are so glad she was able to accommodate your last-minute menu changes and that you enjoyed learning about Indian cuisine and culture in her beautiful and unique kitchen. It is wonderful to know that you appreciated the simple techniques, fresh ingredients, and delicious dishes you prepared together. Thank you for choosing Traveling Spoon. We will be sure to share your kind words with Sundari Akka, who will be thrilled to know she made your experience so memorable.

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Flyer642921June 2026 ‱ TripAdvisor
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We spend a lovly time.

Thank you so much. We spend a lovly time. We are so glad I was able to learn the basics of South Indian cuisine. I'll definitely come again!

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Passenger82081March 2026 ‱ TripAdvisor
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Exceptional flavors and instruction

We made 3 delicious dishes together (paneer butter masala, potato and cauliflower dry masala, and Dal/lentils). Sundari also prepared some drinks and naan to go with the meal. She is a great listener, gifted cook, and exceptional teacher. She asked for my menu preferences and developed a menu based on that. I requested to learn about spices, and she explained ratios, and the timing to add spices to maximize their flavor. Each recipe had exceptionally well balanced spice profiles that I just l...read more

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