Host offerings
Buddhima, a former teacher, describes herself as a foodie who loves sharing experiences and making new friends. Sri Lankan food is a blend of spices, flavors and colors and Buddhima is delighted to share her passion for Sri Lankan cuisine with people visiting her beautiful country. Buddhima is someone who is constantly learning new things and the same goes for her cooking as well - she is always learning and experimenting with dishes to evolve her culinary repertoire.
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) Buddhima, her mother, and two young children Mandil and Sandun (when they are home) will welcome you into their rustic, family home in the countryside of Kandy. They live in a small village near the Gadaladeniya temple in a leafy neighborhood. Buddhima will welcome you with her warm smile and bubbly personality. As you sip on a refreshing coconut juice or hot tea, she will share more about growing up in Sri Lanka and her love for cooking. Later you will sit down at her dining table to enjoy an everyday homecooked meal with her family (when they are around). A few dishes that you may try are rice accompanied with dhal (lentils), seasonal vegetables and chicken or fish curry. You will end your meal with yoghurt, served with local honey and fresh fruit.
Cooking experience (1 - 8 guests) Join Buddhima in her kitchen for a hands-on cooking experience during which you will learn to cook local Sri Lankan dishes using her mother's secret recipes. The cooking portion of the experience will last for one hour - you will learn to make dhal (lentils cooked in coconut milk), cassava (tapioca) curry and a regional vegetable dish made from banana flower! By the end of your cooking lesson you will be armed with a wealth of knowledge about the spices and ingredients used in Sri Lankan cooking.
Market visit (1 - 8 guests) Buddhima will pick you up from your Kandy hotel in a tuk tuk or van (depending on the number of guests) and drive you to the Kandy Central market. This bustling market is housed inside a two-storey building where you will find everything that you need to cook - fruits, vegetables, spices and dried fish. Get ready to discover a variety of new fruits and vegetables - Buddhima will give you a detailed tour explaining how the produce is used in Sri Lankan cooking. The tour of this local market will last approximately 1 hour. You will purchase fresh ingredients for your cooking class and then drive together 30 minutes to Buddhima's home (if you have booked the cooking experience as well).
Notes: Please note that all experiences include in the price pick-up and drop-off from your Kandy hotel. Please include your hotel name and address in your booking. <br><br> Buddhima can offer vegetarian, vegan, gluten free and halal meals on request - please let her know in advance. This experience is great for families with children as your children can play and interact with Buddhima's sons, Mandil and Sandun. Buddhima will also ensure the children enjoy a different main course, as the curry might be too spicy for their taste.
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This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
Pricing (per person)*
| 1 person | 4 people | 5+ people | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | $75 | $54 | $50 |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | $88 | $74 | $64 |
| Market Tour + Cooking Experience + Meal | $100 | $84 | $74 |
| Alcohol | $3 per person | ||
| Transportation | Not offered | ||
| *Does not include 3% payment processing fee applied at checkout. | |||
| Lunch | Dinner | |
|---|---|---|
| In-Home Meal | 12:00pm - 02:00pm | 6:00pm - 08:00pm |
| Cooking Experience + Meal | 10:00am - 01:00pm | 4:00pm - 07:00pm |
| Market Tour + Cooking Experience + Meal | 9:00am - 01:00pm |
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.
