Namaste Cooking School, located in the heart of Thamel, offers cooking lessons run by women who are dedicated to preserving Nepal’s indigenous culinary heritage. You will be based in a central, easy-to-reach location and will learn in an environment that emphasises authenticity and local foodways.
Alongside practical cooking lessons, the sessions include cultural experiences that celebrate the rich diversity of Himalayan flavours. You will work with indigenous ingredients and local produce that the school sources directly from nearby farmers, and you will learn how those ingredients shape traditional Nepali dishes. As you move through the class, you will explore the tastes, techniques and cultural context behind the recipes, gaining a deeper appreciation for Nepal’s unique culinary traditions.
The combination of hands-on cooking and cultural insight, together with the school’s close ties to local farmers and its woman-led approach, makes the experience both educational and rooted in community traditions.
Why Visit
- Women-led cooking school preserving Nepal's indigenous culinary heritage
- Traditional Nepali dishes prepared with indigenous ingredients sourced from local farmers
- Cultural cooking sessions celebrating the diversity of Himalayan flavours
- Central Thamel location with easy access for travellers and culinary enthusiasts
What's included
- Lunch
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Accessibility
- Public transit links nearby
Tour available in your selected language
Additional information
You can come below Himalayan Java Thamel, opposite Fire and Ice Restaurant. You will find our representative waiting for you there with our sign.
Not wheelchair accessible
Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.
Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.
You must be 18 years or older to book.