Trip Overview
Food is at the heart of Newari culture. More than just a meal, it reflects centuries of tradition, celebration, and community.
Join a welcoming local Newari family in Bhaktapur and learn how to prepare authentic dishes using fresh ingredients, traditional cooking techniques, and recipes passed down through generations. From grinding spices to shaping traditional delicacies, you’ll experience the flavors and stories that make Newari cuisine one of Nepal’s most celebrated culinary traditions.
Whether you’re an experienced cook or simply curious about local food, this workshop offers a warm and memorable cultural experience.
What You’ll Experience
Welcome to a Traditional Newari Home
Begin your experience with a warm welcome and an introduction to Newari culture, family traditions, and the importance of food in festivals and everyday life.
Visit a Local Market (Optional)
Depending on the workshop schedule, stroll through a local market to discover seasonal vegetables, herbs, spices, and traditional ingredients used in Newari cooking.
Hands-On Cooking Class
Learn to prepare a selection of authentic Newari dishes under the guidance of your local host.
Sample menu may include:
- Bara (lentil pancake)
- Chatamari (Newari rice pizza)
- Yomari (Seasonal)
- Samay Baji Set ( Newari)
- Seasonal vegetable dishes
- Traditional pickles (Achar)
- Dumplings ( MOMO)
- Juju Dhau (King Curd)
- Local desserts or snacks
Menus can be adapted to seasonal ingredients and dietary preferences.
Enjoy Your Homemade Meal
Sit down with your host family to enjoy the dishes you’ve prepared together while sharing stories, traditions, and conversations about life in Bhaktapur.
Take Home More Than Recipes
Receive a digital recipe guide so you can recreate your favorite Newari dishes at home and keep the memories alive long after your visit.
Why You’ll Love This Experience
✔ Cook alongside a local Newari family
✔ Learn authentic recipes passed down through generations
✔ Discover the stories behind Newari cuisine and festivals
✔ Enjoy a freshly prepared traditional meal
✔ Perfect for food lovers and cultural travelers
✔ Support local families and community-based tourism
What’s Included
- Private cooking workshop
- English-speaking host or guide
- Fresh ingredients and cooking equipment
- Traditional meal
- Tea or organic Nepali coffee
- Digital recipe booklet
- Cultural storytelling and local hospitality
Good to Know
Duration: 3–4 hours
Difficulty: Easy
Group Size: Private or small groups
Dietary Options: Vegetarian, vegan, and other dietary requirements can be accommodated with advance notice.
Languages: English (other languages available on request)
Travel With Purpose
Your participation helps support local Newari families, preserve traditional recipes, promote cultural heritage, and encourage sustainable, community-based tourism in Bhaktapur.
Every meal shared is a meaningful way to connect with local culture and contribute to its preservation.
Book Your Newari Cooking Experience
Whether you’re visiting Nepal for the first time or returning to explore its rich traditions, this cooking class offers an unforgettable taste of Bhaktapur.
📩 Reserve your workshop today with Nepal In Style Travel & Tours and cook like a local.
