Hands-On Cooking Class in Anuradhapura-Cook Like a Local
Tour description
Traditional Sri Lankan Cooking tour in Anuradhapura – A Rajarata Culinary Experience
Cook Like a Local in Ancient Rajarata!
Looking for authentic things to do in Anuradhapura? Come join our traditional Sri Lankan cooking class — a fun, hands-on food experience in the heart of the ancient Rajarata Kingdom!
Step into a peaceful village home and learn how to cook like the locals of ancient Rajarata. This hands-on experience is more than just a cooking class – it’s a journey into Sri Lankan culture, tradition, and village life.
Get Your Hands Dirty (in the Best Way!):
Pick a Coconut from the Tree – Enjoy the thrill of plucking your own coconut in our lush garden!
Grind Spices on a Miris Gala – Feel the aroma come alive as you grind spices on a traditional stone.
Scrape Coconut with a Hiramanaya – A fun, must-try Sri Lankan cooking skill!
Cook on a Clay Stove with Firewood – Add smoky flavor and rustic charm to your food, just like grandma used to make.
🍽️ What’s on the Menu?
Welcome drink-Fresh fruit juice/ King coconut
✅Yellow Rice/White rice
The Heart of Every Sri Lankan Meal
Soft, fluffy, and steamed to perfection – white rice is the base of almost every traditional dish in Sri Lanka.
✅Ambarella curry –
A Local Fruit with a Twist!
Have you ever tasted a fruit as a vegetable? ️
Get ready to try a tangy, mouthwatering dish made from a tropical fruit. Must try in Sri Lanka!
✅Banana Blossom –
A Flower on Your Plate!
Have you ever tasted a banana flower as a curry?
we turn this beautiful blossom into a delicious, earthy dish full of texture and flavor.
✅Lake Fish Curry –
Fresh from the Waters of Rajarata!
Taste the freshness of locally caught lake fish, simmered in rich spices and creamy coconut milk. ️
✅Kathurumurunga Mallum –
A Taste of Sri Lankan Greens!
These soft, nutritious greens are gently mixed with coconut and spices to create a light and flavorful dish called Mallum.
✅Coconut Sambal –
A Spicy Sri Lankan Favorite!
This fiery side dish is made with freshly grated coconut, red chili, lime, and onion. ️
simple but unforgettable!
✅Pumpkin Curry –
Creamy, Comforting & Full of Flavor
It’s slightly sweet, gently spiced, and a favorite in every Sri Lankan home.
One bite and you’ll fall in love with its creamy goodness!
✅Sweet Finish – End your meal with:Fresh Curd & Treacle
AND
tropical fruit!
🏡 Why You’ll Love It:
✔️ Cook in a Village Kitchen – Our clay kitchen with a palm-leaf roof is surrounded by nature – peaceful, green, and full of charm.
✔️ Friendly Welcome – Start with a smile and a cool local drink!
✔️ Learn from Locals – Our chefs will share stories behind every recipe and spice, bringing ancient food traditions to life.
✔️ Perfect for Photos – Every moment is colorful, fun, and Insta-worthy!
📸 Come hungry, leave happy — and with unforgettable memories!
This is more than just a cooking class – it’s your chance to taste, touch, and live Sri Lanka’s culture.
Cost for ingredient-12$ per person(You will get lunch dinner or break first according to the tour time.
What will we see on this tour?
