Begin your evening with a warm welcome at House of Amer, a charming heritage boutique hotel nestled at the foothills of Amer Fort, Jaipur. Be greeted with a refreshing drink and introduced to your cooking hosts—friendly, skilled Rajasthani ladies passionate about preserving traditional recipes. As you settle in, enjoy savory local snacks such as Mirchi Bada, Pyaz Kachori, or Masala Papad, served with tangy chutneys.
The cooking session takes place in a dedicated kitchen space adjacent to the rooftop, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and aromas of the process. Together, you will learn the use of traditional Indian spices such as turmeric, cumin, coriander, fennel, and asafoetida, the unique cooking techniques of Rajasthan, like slow-cooking over open flames, stone grinding spices, and clay oven baking, and recipes that hold cultural significance, from festive dishes to everyday comfort food.
Participate in every step—washing and prepping vegetables, mixing masalas, kneading dough, and shaping baatis. The hosts will share tips on balancing flavors, the importance of spice layering, and how to replicate these dishes at home.
After the cooking session, all dishes will be served on the rooftop terrace for a candlelit dinner experience. The beauty of dining under the open sky is enhanced by the illuminated Amer Fort, the looming silhouette of Jaigarh Fort, the historic Jodha Bai Palace, and the stretch of the Amer wall running across the Aravalli hills. The gentle breeze and cultural music in the background make it a magical setting to enjoy the food you prepared with your own hands.
