Private Market Visit and Cooking Class in Goa with a Local Family

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About this activity

Enjoy a private and authentic market tour and cooking class in a local home with host Rita who became well-known for her Goan cooking. She has been mentioned in cookbooks such as John Gregory Smith's “Mighty Spice Express” and was featured in Fox Traveller's “Twist of Taste.” This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Rita will take you to a local market to discover local Goan produce. After that, the cooking class will take place in a local home kitchen where Rita will teach you how to make 2-3 traditional Indian dishes from their family recipes. After cooking, you will enjoy your meal together in your host's Goan home.

Market tour and cooking lesson in a local home
Introduction to India's culture and cuisine
100% private activity
Experience Indian hospitality in a residential Goan neighborhood
Vegetarian options available

Cooking Classes Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: Hindi, English
Operated by: Traveling Spoon

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Home cooked meal
Included: Gratuities
Included: All Fees and Taxes
Included: Private market tour and cooking class with your host Rita

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

You will visit a local market with Rita and discover local and regional Goan produce before returning home for your traditional Goan cooking class. Your experience starts with a welcome beverage and snack, as you learn to prepare masala chai with spices and herbs. Before you start your cooking class, Rita will give you a brief introduction to an array of spices and herbs used in Indian cuisine. During the cooking class in Goa you will learn to cook 2-3 traditional Goan dishes in Rita's colorful outdoor kitchen studio. Followed by your meal together where you will sit down to enjoy the dishes you helped prepare. Your meal might start with rissois de camarao (prawn puffs), followed by vindalo or xacuti (Goan curry), cabbage foogath (cabbage stir fry) and caldin (prawn curry with coconut milk) or khatkhatem (mixed vegetable stew). For dessert you may enjoy bolo mimosa (coconut pie) or manganem (a traditional sweet dessert made with coconut milk).

Stop 1
Goa

Rissois de Camarao (Prawn Puffs) · Chicken Vindalo or Xacuti · Cabbage Foogath · Bolo mimosa (coconut pie) — or manganem (a traditional sweet dessert made with coconut milk)

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet your host Rita at her home in Dabolim neighborhood of Goa. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighbourhood details, and not the exact address. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.

End point

Please meet your host Rita at her home in Dabolim neighborhood of Goa. Please check the 'Before you go' section on your voucher for the exact address, the above only offers neighbourhood details, and not the exact address. Exact address can be found in your ticket upon booking confirmation.

Using your ticket

We hope you are looking forward to your in-home cooking lesson and meal in Goa!

Local contact information: If you need assistance, please contact Rita on her cell +91 75074 52225 or +91 9657793139, or by email at [email protected].

Meeting Location: Rita's home (Address: 256, Behind Naval Material Organization, Jairamnagar, Dabolim Goa, India).

Traveling Spoon is a supplier of Viator and TripAdvisor. We offer travelers authentic food experiences with locals. Founded by two travelers and food lovers, Traveling Spoon helps others make meaningful cultural connections through food. Contact us at [email protected] if you have general questions about our services. For specific questions related to your booking please contact your host directly with the contact information provided above.

We hope you have a meaningful experience and look forward to hearing about it!