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Not only is Shamim one of the warmest, gentlest souls, but as an avid traveler (she recently went on an Antartica expedition), one of the most fascinating. She lives in a beautiful home with a charming garden overflowing with fruit and orchids.
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 - 8 guests) After your welcome drink of garden-fresh lime juice or refreshing coconut water, you will be served an array of dishes in the traditional Kerala Muslim cuisine that may include chattipathiri (a traditional Malayali Muslim dish of layered seasoned beef and pancakes), pathiri (round paper-thin, rice flour bread), ney chor (a fragrant rice lightly coated in ghee), sharkapuli (an addictively delicious mango and tamarind accompaniment to the rice), Malabar chicken curry made with Kerala spices and coconut milk, and to end, semiya payasam, cardamom-infused milk with vermicelli, raisins and cashews.
Cooking experience (1 - 8 guests) Learn to prepare 2-3 traditional Muslim Kerala dishes in Shamim's kitchen along with help from her loyal staff. You will learn to make dishes from rich and creamy seafood curries to light and refreshing vegetable accompaniments.
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Pricing (per person)*
| 1 person | 4 people | 5+ people | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | $2,040 | $1,700 | $1,360 |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | $2,760 | $2,300 | $1,840 |
| Alcohol | $120 per person | ||
| Transportation | $1,500 per car | ||
| *Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout. | |||
| Lunch | Dinner | |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | 11:00am - 01:00pm | 7:30pm - 09:30pm |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | 10:00am - 01:00pm | 5:00pm - 08:00pm |
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.
