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Welcome to Kandyan Hut Cooking Class

Discover the Art of Authentic Sri Lankan Cuisine

Discovering the art of local cuisine offers you a chance to explore genuine Sri Lankan tastes and traditional meals. These culinary workshops are crafted to teach you how to prepare beloved Sri Lankan heritage dishes. The process is simple and enjoyable to master. These recipes work well in any home kitchen, requiring only fundamental ingredients and some patience - no complex techniques needed.

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Curry

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Pittu

Coconut
Roti

Halapa

Coconut
Sambol

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Our cooking classes overview

The demonstrations are meant to show how easy it can be to create delicious, healthy, and affordable meals with locally sourced ingredients. Eating locally is also a great way to support the local economy and reduce our carbon footprint.

  • 3 sessions per day (one session is three and a half hour)
    9 am – 12.30 pm / 1 pm – 4.30 pm / 5 pm – 8.30 pm
  • Maximum 40 participants per session
  • A market visit to buy goods is there as an optional activity
  • Rice and curry is the main focus but you can tailor made your learning experience into more varieties with additional time if required
  • Free of charge transportation from Central market kandy to our location
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Our Cooking Class

Choose from a variety of immersive experiences, each focusing on Sri Lanka’s rich culinary traditions.
Short Class
Traditional Sri Lankan Cookery Class ($25 per person)

Join us for an authentic Sri Lankan culinary experience where you'll master the art of preparing traditional rice and curry with an array of flavorful side dishes. This hands-on cooking class will guide you through the techniques of creating perfectly spiced curries using aromatic ingredients, while learning to prepare fluffy basmati rice and classic accompaniments such as papadum, pol sambol, and pickled vegetables. Under expert guidance, you'll discover the secrets behind balancing the complex flavors that make Sri Lankan cuisine so distinctive, from the creamy richness of coconut milk-based curries to the fiery heat of traditional sambols. For just $25 per person, you'll not only learn these time-honored recipes but also gain insights into the cultural significance of each dish, leaving with the confidence to recreate an authentic Sri Lankan feast in your own kitchen.

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Why Choose Kandyan Hut?

We blend authentic Sri Lankan cooking with unforgettable cultural experiences.
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Local Ingredients

Cook with fresh coconut, aromatic spices, and seasonal produce sourced from nearby markets.

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Hands-On Learning

No watching from the sidelines! Chop, grind, and stir like a local under expert guidance.

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Small Groups

Intimate classes (max 8 people) ensure personalized attention and a friendly vibe.

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Take Home Recipes

Receive a digital recipe book with step-by-step guides to recreate dishes abroad.

Main features of our cooking classes

Sri Lankan cuisine is a rich blend of cultural influences shaped by centuries of trade and tradition. Flavors from India, the Middle East, Indonesia, and the Dutch are woven into local cooking, alongside strong ties to Tamil and Southeast Asian culinary practices. Staples like rice, coconut, and spices reflect the island’s long history as a global spice hub. Our curated culinary experiences offer a taste of the island’s must-try dishes—through hands-on cooking classes, street food tours, market visits, and the enjoyment of world-renowned Ceylon tea—all guided by passionate local hosts.