• Chakolas WaterScapes - Freeda is one of those individuals who instantly makes you feel at home upon meeting her. After a brief hiatus, she has resumed hosting once again!

Delight in a hands-on Kerala cooking class with this delightful host. Freeda welcomes you with a local snack and a refreshing drink into her modern apartment, which offers a stunning view of the lush, green Cochin landscape. You will then join her in the kitchen to learn how to prepare 2-3 traditional Kerala dishes, using recipes that have been passed down through her family for generations.

After cooking, savor your meal amidst laughter and engaging conversation with Freeda at her dining table. Your meal will include local beer. Depart with printed copies of Freeda’s cherished recipes and memories that will last a lifetime.

If there is a specific dish you are interested in learning to make, please inform Freeda when making your booking.

• Private cooking class and meal with your host Freeda
• Local host
• Freeda offers local beer
• Bottled water
• Beverages

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

• Vada (lentil fritters) and chutney
• Appams or idiappams (rice based breads)
• Fish curry or chicken stew
• Karimeen pollichathu or Syrian beef fry
• Seasonal vegetable dish
• Tender coconut pudding or passionfruit panna cotta

Join Freeda in her modern home with stunning views of the lush Ernakulam landscape for an exclusive, hands-on cooking class where you will master the art of traditional Kerala cuisine. Start your culinary journey with a welcome appetizer and drink before diving into the preparation of authentic South Indian dishes.

After crafting a traditional Kerala meal, savor the fruits of your labor at Freeda’s dining table. Delight in dishes such as Kerala-style chicken stew or fish curry, karimeen pollichathu (marinated fish wrapped in banana leaves and grilled), Syrian beef fry (strips of beef cooked in pepper and spices), appams, and a seasonal vegetable, followed by a delectable western-style dessert.

You won’t want this experience to end, but when it does, you’ll leave with new friends, a satisfied appetite, printed copies of Freeda’s personal recipes, and a genuine insight into local life.

• Freeda can accommodate allergies and dietary restrictions so please include dietary requests, if any, when making your booking.

If you cancel at least 2 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.