Sri Lanka · WORKSHOPS
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Sri Lanka has plenty of workshops; these 15 are the ones that hold up, with what each costs, how long it takes and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason.
Cook Sri Lankan favorites in Ella with Ranjani, eat banana-leaf meals, and get WhatsApp recipes. Small group, $19, 2 hours.
“The class was amazing very informative and lots of fun! Definitely recommend whilst visiting Ella.”
An organic, hands-on cooking class in Sigiriya, with a garden ingredient walk, traditional spice prep, and a multi-dish Sri Lankan dinner.
“The cooking class started with a walk through the organic garden with a lot of explanations about what we saw there. Then we started cooking, many different curries, spring hoppers and some desert. Really friendly family with a heart for cooking.”
Join a 4-hour traditional silver and stone jewelry workshop in Kotapola near Galle. Hands-on ring making, lunch, and honest pricing.
“It was great. Did ring making.. saw the whole process and also go lunch too. Extra for the gemstones and design you wanted.”
Shop Sri Lankan ingredients at a Kandy market, cook a full village-style meal, taste it all, and add quick Kandy culture stops for $25.
“Attended this cooking class during our stay in Kandy and loved it. The experience was fun, authentic, and hands-on, starting with a visit to the local market before cooking our chosen dishes in a traditional village kitchen. Our host was warRead more”
Galle Sri Lanka cooking class with a jungle-view kitchen, market ingredients, spice blending, and a meal you make for about $59.
“We had a wonderful time at this class with Susanthi. We started at the fish market on the beach near the Fort and then travelled by tuk tuk to the vegetable market before heading to the restaurant. The class was entertaining and interesting and the food delicious. We cooRead more”
Hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class in Ella with Neranji. Small group, cook curries and roti, then take spices and recipes home.
“Super good! Neranji was very nice and patient and she showed us cooking recipes and tips from traditional Sri Lankish kitchen. Highly recommended!”
Explore Ella’s 2.5-acre spice garden, then cook Sri Lankan curries by hand at a traditional fireplace, enjoy dinner, and get a recipe PDF.
“Absolutely loved this spice garden tour and the cooking class. Upulu’s knowledge was incredible and we learnt so much about all the types of spices in Sri Lankan cooking but also daily spices we use but don’t think about how they’re grown and made into what we know in the kitchen like cinnamon and nutmeg. The cooking class itself was fun and interactive. We learnt how to make quite a few dishes and the best part was the eating!! Our cooking teacher was absolutely amazing and Lahiru (the guy helping us, not sure if I’ve spelt his name correctly) was as the real hero making sure everything was smooth and…”
Hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class in Sigiriya with Sajee and Suzy, spice lessons, coconut milk, curries, and a shared meal.
“We had a wonderful morning together with Sajee and his wife Suzy. We learned a lot about the Sri Lankan herbs, spices and cooking from this super friendly couple. Our teenage daughters loved to be hands on in the cooking class and prepRead more”
A private 3-hour Colombo cooking class where you learn Sri Lankan staples hands-on, make at least 10 dishes, then eat lunch or dinner.
“Very interesting insight into Sri Lankan life and the important role food and cooking plays in daily life. Piumi is an excellent cook and teacher. I’m vegetarian and she showed me how to prepare and cook ten different vegetarian curries and the resulting lunch was delicious. Can very highly recommend this tour.”
Galle Unawatuna cooking class with Madhu: market spice tour, hands-on Sri Lankan curries, rice and sweets. Lunch and dinner included.
“What an incredible experience. This was so much fun and the food was by far the best we had in Sri Lanka. Everything was so well organized. It's such a beautiful kitchen too. I can't recommend this enough. Thank you to Madha for being such a wonderful teacher.”
Shop Colombo’s market with Chef Nim, then cook a 5-course Sri Lankan lunch or dinner at Villa Ivy Crest, learning etiquette and tips.
“This was an excellent experience led by a brilliant host (Nim). The market visit was informative and fun. The evening of cooking was really enjoyable and we felt we learnt a lot and had great food that we could replicate at home (thanks to the tuition and recipes given to us).”
Hands-on Sri Lankan rice and curry cooking class near Sigiriya for $36. Small group, fresh spices, and full meal you make.
“I attended the cooking class from Sajee and it was an absolutely wonderful experience! The hosts were incredibly friendly, welcoming us with warm smiles and genuine hospitality. They took the time to explain every ingredient and cooking technique in great detail, sharing not only recipes but also fascinating insights into Sri Lankan culture and traditions. The class was both fun and informative, and the food we prepared was simply delicious. I left with new skills, a deeper appreciation for Sri Lankan cuisine, and some truly lovely memories. Highly recommended!”
Cook Sri Lankan meals at Kumara’s Sigiriya home, harvest organic ingredients in the garden, learn homemade spices, and eat a wood-stove curry lunch.
“We had the most wonderful experience at this organic cooking class in Sigiriya! From the moment we arrived, the owner and his family welcomed us with such warmth and kindness, making us feel like part of their home. What made this experience truly unique was that aRead more”
Private traditional Sri Lankan cooking class in Kandy with hotel transfers, tea welcome, and vegan options, ends with your meal.
“This is a family business. Cooking is authentic, informative, fun. The results were delicious and the talk around the table was really interesting.”
A small-group Sri Lankan cooking class in Ella with Kamala and Irosha, cooking curries on fire, sambal, papadum, and more.
“This was our favourite thing we did in Ella! We had so much fun cooking delicious food in a beautiful setting. Highly recommend”
