Experience Authentic Local Flavors in Kathmandu
Introduction: One Day, One Nation’s Flavor
Nepal is known for its mountains, but it’s the flavors simmering in clay pots and served with smiles that truly capture the spirit of the country. If you have just a day to spare in Kathmandu, don’t just visit monuments—taste Nepal through its food.
Our “Nepali Food for a Day” experience is an all-in-one journey through taste and tradition. You’ll explore street flavors, cook like a local, and share a meal in a traditional setting — a perfect blend of food, culture, and community.
Why Choose This Culinary Experience?
FeatureIncludedGuided morning food walkYesStreet food tastingsYesLocal market visitYesAuthentic Nepali cooking classYesTraditional family-style lunchYesTea & dessert tastingYesCultural insights & recipesYesParticipation certificateYes
Ideal for tourists, foodies, bloggers, and cultural explorers.
Morning: Nepali Street Food Discovery (8:30 AM – 10:00 AM)
Start the day with a guided street food tour through the lively alleys of Asan or Patan.
- Sel Roti – Homemade rice ring bread
- Aloo Chop – Fried mashed potato patties
- Juju Dhau – Creamy Bhaktapur-style yogurt
- Masala Chiya – Traditional spiced tea from a street stall
These are authentic local-only places that most tourists miss.
Mid-Morning: Market Immersion (10:00 AM – 11:00 AM)
Head to a bustling fresh produce and spice market with your local host. Learn how Nepalis shop daily and pick up fresh ingredients for your cooking class.
- Nepali seasonal vegetables like farsi, gheu saag, mula
- Spices: Jimbu, Timur, turmeric, mustard seeds
- Local grains & lentils used for Dal Bhat
You’ll carry your own bag and help choose the ingredients you’ll cook with later.
Midday: Nepali Cooking Class (11:15 AM – 1:45 PM)
Arrive at our heritage-inspired kitchen studio—a peaceful cooking space designed to look and feel like a traditional Nepali home.
What You’ll Cook:
- Dal Bhat Set – Includes lentils, rice, seasonal vegetable curry, sautéed greens, and chutney
- Momo Dumplings – With meat or veg filling, plus spicy tomato achar
- Gundruk Soup – Fermented mustard greens for a deep umami flavor
- Optional Add-On: Learn to make Sel Roti or Newari-style Chatamari if time allows
Each dish includes cultural context, stories, and step-by-step guidance — even beginners will love it!
Lunch: Dine Like a Local (1:45 PM – 2:30 PM)
After cooking, sit down together to enjoy what you made — family-style.
- Eat with brass plates, floor seating available
- Try eating with hands for the full cultural touch (optional)
- Chat with your hosts about food traditions, festivals, and local life
- Optional: Taste Raksi or Chyang (Nepali local beverages, age 18+)
Sweet Finale: Dessert Tasting & Tea Time (2:30 PM – 3:30 PM)
After lunch, relax with dessert and traditional herbal tea.
- Pustakari – Molasses and coconut sweet
- Lalmohan – Nepali-style syrupy dumplings
- Sikarni – Yogurt mixed with nuts and saffron
Tea Choices: Masala Chiya, Tulsi (holy basil), or Organic Ginger-Lemon Honey
Light music and storytelling from your host adds charm to the afternoon.
Final Touch: Recipe Book, Photos & Certificate (3:30 PM – 4:00 PM)
- Group photo to remember the moment
- Printed & digital recipe card set
- Certificate of Completion
- Bonus: Small spice blend sachet to cook at home
Who Should Join?
- Food explorers
- Travel couples and solo backpackers
- Digital nomads or students
- Nepali food lovers
- Vloggers, Instagram food pages
- Anyone who wants a deep, real experience in Kathmandu
Location & Timing
Thamel, Patan, or Kirtipur (multiple locations available)
Full-day: 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Pickup available at extra charge
Clean, safe, women-led kitchen space
Pricing & Packages
Package NamePrice Per PersonDurationFood Tour + CookingNPR 5,5007 hoursCouple Private ClassNPR 10,000 total7 hoursSmall Group (3–6 pax)NPR 4,8007 hours
Includes all meals, ingredients, tools, drinks, gifts & printed materials
Special rates for families, volunteers, and long-stay travelers
Feel the culture. Taste the story. Cook with love.
Join our Nepali Food for a Day Experience in Kathmandu and turn your one day into a lifelong memory.
Limited seats per day | Certified instructors | English-guided
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