Kathmandu: Local Lead Nepali Cooking & Momo-Making Class
This cooking class offers a true taste of Nepal’s rich culinary heritage in a hands-on, intimate setting led by passionate local chefs. What makes it unique is the perfect blend of authentic flavors, cultural storytelling, and interactive cooking—right from shopping for fresh ingredients to learning the art of momo-making and crafting traditional dishes like dal bhat and yomari. Whether you're shaping your first dumpling or sipping on homemade masala tea, every moment is seasoned with local insights and heartfelt hospitality. It's not just a cooking class — it’s a cultural feast in the heart of Kathmandu.
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Cooking Class - Pickup & Drop
Class with Pick up and Drop: Experience an authentic Nepali Cooking Class with convenient pickup and drop-off anywhere in the Kathmandu Valley.
Duration: 3 hours: Experience a 4-hour Nepali Cooking Class with convenient pick-up and drop-off anywhere inside Kathmandu Valley.
Pick up and Drop Service: Class with Pick up and Drop inside Kathmandu Valley with Private Electric Vehicle.
Pickup included
What's included in Kathmandu: Local Lead Nepali Cooking & Momo-Making Class
(Subject to Option Inclusions)During this immersive cooking experience at Kathmandu Cooking Academy, you’ll begin with a warm welcome and a traditional cup of Nepali Masala Tea. Then, with guidance from a local chef, you'll take a short market or shop visit to pick up fresh ingredients essential for Nepali dishes. Back at the academy, you’ll learn step-by-step how to prepare three authentic Nepali dishes — one entrée, one main course, and one dessert — selected from a diverse traditional menu. Of course, momo-making is a highlight, and you’ll get hands-on experience crafting Nepal’s most beloved dumplings, either vegetarian or chicken. Throughout the class, you’ll use traditional utensils and learn the cultural background and cooking techniques behind each dish. After cooking, enjoy a relaxed tasting session where you can savor the food you’ve prepared. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cook, this class offers a rich cultural exchange and a fun, engaging way to explore Nepal through its cuisine. You’ll leave not only with new culinary skills
Food Menu
STARTER - Bara (Fried Lentil Patties)
A savory deep-fried patty made from ground lentils, lightly spiced and crispy on the outside, soft inside—popular in Newari cuisine.
STARTER - Chatamari (Nepali Rice Pancake)
A traditional rice flour pancake topped with spiced meat or vegetables, often called the “Nepali pizza” from the Newar community.
STARTER - Aloo Chop (Spiced Potato Patties)
Mashed potatoes mixed with herbs and spices, shaped into patties, and deep-fried to golden perfection—crispy and flavorful.
MAIN - Dal Bhat (Chicken or Vegetarian Curry)
Nepal’s national dish featuring steamed rice, lentil soup, and a side of flavorful chicken or vegetable curry with seasonal pickles.
MAIN - Momo (Chicken or Veg Dumplings with Achar)
Steamed dumplings filled with chicken or veggies, served with homemade achar (pickle)—a staple snack across Nepal.
MAIN - Thukpa (Tibetan-style Noodle Soup)
A comforting noodle soup made with seasonal vegetables or meat, flavored with Nepali spices—perfect for chilly days.
DESSERT - Yomari (Sweet Dumplings with Jaggery & Sesame)
Steamed rice flour dumplings filled with melted jaggery and sesame seeds—soft, warm, and traditionally made during Yomari Punhi.
DESSERT - Kheer (Creamy Rice Pudding)
A rich and creamy rice pudding made with milk, cardamom, nuts, and dry fruits—often served during festivals.
DESSERT - Carrot Halwa (Nepali Carrot Pudding)
Grated carrots slow-cooked with milk, sugar, and ghee, garnished with cardamom and nuts—sweet, rich, and aromatic.
DESSERT - Mushroom Choila (Spicy Marinated Mushrooms)
A vegetarian twist on a Newari classic, with grilled mushrooms marinated in mustard oil, garlic, and spices—served with rice or roti.
Inclusions
- Use of cooking equipment and accessories
- Hands-on experience of cooking different Nepali meals & Nepali masala tea during the lesson
- Market/shop tour to buy the important ingredients for cooking
- Cooking class with step-by-step instructions with Experienced chef and instructor
- Tasting session of the food you prepared
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
- Specialty or alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Pickup is available only within the Kathmandu Valley. Please be ready at your hotel lobby 10–15 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. If your hotel is located outside the pickup zone, we’ll arrange a nearby meeting point or recommend the direct arrival option.
Meeting / End Points
- Please arrive at the Kathmandu Cooking Academy, located just a 10–15 minute walk from Thamel. The academy is in a lively, central area of Kathmandu and is easy to find. You can locate us easily by searching Kathmandu Cooking Academy on Google Maps.
