In my class I uphold the ancient Hindu belief “Atithi Devo Bhava” which means “guests are equivalent to God”.
My classes are held at my humble home in Te Atatu Peninsula. The five-hour journey with me will give you a glimpse into a real Indian home, culture, tradition, hospitality, sumptuous food and very heartwarming story of why we came to New Zealand and why I started teaching.
This multi-sensory experience is designed to inspire, educate and make you have a newfound love and respect towards food. It’s a great night with friends and a feast for the five senses.
It is a great opportunity to re-ignite your love for spices and learn about healthy Indian vegetarian cooking! The class aims to transport you to India.
My classes are combination of doing, watching and learning. Together we will create six dishes followed by a banquet which we will feast together. You will be surprised as to how much will be there for you take home for your loved ones!
The class sizes are small and intimate maximum eight. I am very happy to accommodate if you have specific food needs. Groups welcome, menu is customizable if you have certain dishes you would like to learn then let me know.
What I promise is a rounded experience, action packed five hours with a balanced combination of watching, learning and doing.
Here is a short video on my cooking class.
If you have a group of eight and want to book a weekday lunch or dinner class then please message us Inquire now !
If you wish to receive a physical gift voucher, please order one here.
For full cultural immersion the art of saree wearing is also available for an additional $20 per person.
Location - Te Atatu Peninsula, West Auckland
Usually evenings, however on request a lunch class can also be considered.
2024 classes
17 August - Vegan class - 2 spots available
What to bring - empty stomach, 8 - 9 take away containers each, loads of curiosity and willingness to learn that is all!
PLEASE NOTE: My classes are alcohol and smoke free.
Group bookings can be made for Gluten free and vegan classes.
PRIVATE COOKING CLASSES
If you would like a private cooking class for a family, group of friends, office colleagues or would like us to come and teach you at your house then do contact us as we would love to create an experience that you will enjoy and cherish.
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BOOKING PROCESS
1. Buy the class online
2. We will call you to schedule a date that works best for you :-)
Refund policy- Covid - I will schedule the classes when we are allowed to as your safety and ours is of prime importance. If due to the Government's decision the classes, get canceled then a sincere effort will be made to reschedule the classes when we are allowed.
I will endeavor to reschedule and work with you to find a date that works. I will be unable to refund.
In case you cancel the class 5 days before the scheduled class or on the day, I regret, I will not be able to reschedule nor refund.
If you change your mind and seek refund then we will deduct a percentage as admin fee.
Please note I will honor the voucher within the expiry period. In case I am unable to schedule the class during that period then I will work with you and find a best way to go forward. In case if the class does not happen within a reasonable time frame (3-6 months) inspite of sincere efforts of rescheduling then I will work with you to find an amicable solution to resolve the situation - thank you.
My housemates and I attended Banu's vegan cooking class together. It was a fantastic experience and we learnt so much not just about cooking but also culture and the power of food. Everything was delicious and Banu guided us through everything. Would highly recommend!
My partner and I loved attending Banu's cooking class. The food was wonderful, as expected, and we learned much about Indian cuisine and spices. What we did not expect was the soul and intimacy that Banu infused into our time together. Her class was a fragrant blend of humour, morality, and grounded spirituality that drew a smile from me that I have worn since. Thank you, Banu, for shining as you do.
Namaste,
I had the pleasure of attending Banu's cooking class, and it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment we arrived, we felt like we were part of an authentic Indian cultural experience. My wife was even offered a beautiful traditional sari, which made the evening even more special. Banu shared the origins of Indian cooking, gave us tips, and explained the importance of cooking with love—something I’ve truly taken to heart.
We learned to make puff bread and even got hands-on with rolling and cooking it ourselves. Although most of the cooking was done for us, it allowed us to focus on learning and absorbing everything Banu was teaching. The dining experience was absolutely delightful—delicious, vibrant food with incredible aromas that filled the room.
It was a small group, which made it feel intimate and gave us plenty of time to ask questions. And the best part? We got to take home loads of food and recipes for all the dishes we made!
I highly recommend this class to anyone wanting an authentic, enjoyable, and enriching experience. Thank you to Banu and her husband for their warm hospitality. It was truly a night to remember.
Hope this inspires you to join and experience it yourself!
Namaste,
What a lovely, warm experience. Banu guided us through making a deliciously spicy feast, sharing tips along the way and sending us home with heaps of leftovers and the recipes for what we made. Very relaxed and friendly atmosphere as we learned, ate and listened to Banu's stories. I'll be chasing her up at the markets too.
Banu was such an amazing host. Special welcome into her home was a nice surprise. The journey we went on for the next few hours was more than I could have asked for. Deep dive into the world of spices and how they can transform a dish, even a fun game of what’s that? Banu skilfully guides you through each course as you partake in making each dish. I loved that we then all sit down to share the feast we prepared. There was so much leftovers too so we could enjoy it all again the next day with friends and family.
Banu takes you on a journey of her life and her background all culminating to this moment how she’s sharing her passion with others. A very special lady.
I couldn’t recommend this any more