Each day we will create dishes that inspire and delight. You will learn how to toast and grind spices, why to temper spices in oil, bloom others in water, make simple condiments and even use them in drinks. This class will teach you fundamentals of Indian and Middle Eastern cooking, from street food like samosas and kebabs, and a couple of staple delicacies such as parathas/wraps, spiced rice to simple curries and dips.

Hi, I am Arathi Talreja- an educator, wife, mother, passionate cook and a blogger. Born and raised in a Hindu household in South India, many of the memories from my childhood involve my Mum's cooking. My mother was a passionate cook, and her food was always laden with flavours and love, while remaining healthy and vegetarian for the most part.

As I have lived outside of India for almost 2 decades, I have stayed true to my Mum's style of cooking but have also been able to learn a lot about the food which I spend so much time preparing. I have invented my own recipes and sometimes changed the old ones to maintain my organic and healthy way of cooking. My cooking class aims to, not only expose it's attendees to the intoxicating flavours of home-cooked meals but also to educate on the health benefits of certain foods and the benefits of organic, healthy living. Students take home an apron, theme related treats and freshly ground spices.