Host offerings
Vijayalaxmi, who cooks family recipes passed down through the generations, and her husband Narender, her official taste-tester, have lived in Hyderabad for over four decades and are passionate about food. They typically host with their son, daughter-in-law, and 3-year old grandson.
Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.
In-home meal (1 - 6 guests) You will enjoy a traditional Hyderabadi meal in Vijayalaxmi and Narender’s home in a residential neighborhood of Hyderabad. Your meal may include dishes such as dum biryani (rice cooked with layers of spiced vegetables), bagara baingan (eggplant in a traditional Hyderabadi spice blend), aloo masala (potatoes in garlic, ginger, turmeric and chilies), egg curry, vendakka fry (okra), raita, with dessert to finish. Tea and coffee is offered upon request.
Cooking experience (1 - 6 guests) Vijaylaxmi will demonstrate how to prepare 2-3 spicy and aromatic traditional Hyderabadi dishes in her kitchen. You can expect the cooking demonstration to last about 3 hours before you share the meal you helped prepare with her and her family at their dining table. Vijayalaxmi is excited to share her culture through food and offer an authentic/traditional cooking class in Hyderabad.
Notes: Vijaylaxmi serves vegetarian food at home.
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Pricing (per person)*
| 1 person | 4 people | 5+ people | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | $1,200 | $1,000 | $800 |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | $3,000 | $2,000 | $1,600 |
| Alcohol | $100 per person | ||
| *Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout. | |||
| Lunch | Dinner | |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | 1:00pm - 03:00pm | 7:30pm - 09:30pm |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | 11:30am - 02:30pm | 6:30pm - 09:30pm |
Traveling Spoon connects you with meaningful culinary experiences, from private cooking lessons to homecooked meals in people's homes. Enjoy an immersive cultural experience that gives you a glimpse into the local way of life.
