Discover the Essence of Goan Culinary Culture

Step into the heart of Goa’s cuisine with Rita’s Gourmet’s Comprehensive Cookery Workshops — the ultimate experience for travelers eager to blend learning and adventure.

Start your hands-on journey with a vibrant tour of a local spice, vegetable, and seafood market, where you’ll immerse yourself in the bustling energy and tradition of Goan life. Sourcing the freshest ingredients is just the beginning!

Guided by expert instructors, you will master the preparation of iconic Goan and Indian dishes, including flavor-packed curries, tantalizing chutneys, authentic masala pastes, vegetarian and non-vegetarian recipes, and classic desserts. Every step is interactive, every moment brings a taste of Goa’s rich culinary heritage.

Our workshops also invite you to share stories and participate in cultural exchanges, making your cooking experience truly memorable. By the end, you’ll not only have learned new techniques but will enjoy feasting on the delicious dishes you created — the perfect way to celebrate food, friendship, and Goa’s traditions.

For more details or to reserve a spot, connect with Rita’s Gourmet and make your visit to Goa unforgettable.

DISHES

Indian Cuisine: Stuffed Parathas, Shahi Paneer, Methi Mutter Malai, Rajma Masala, Chole Masala, Butter Chicken, Roganjosh, Dal Makhani, Jodhpuri Pulao, Gajar Ka Halwa, Kheer, Phirni, Idli, Dosa, Mint and Coconut Chutney and much more…!

Goan Cuisine:  Xacuti, Cafreal, Balchao, Vindalho, Recheado, Caldin, Rissios, Xec-Xec, Croquettes, Khatkatem, Roast Chicken, Piri Piri, Xirem-Mirem,  Caldo Verde, Chops de Camarao, Chicken Cocktails, Fugath, Arroz Refagado, Seradurra, Creme Caramel, Bol Mimosa and more….!

Drop us a mail and we will customise the entire comprehensive cooking class with the list of dishes you could choose from.

ITINERARY

9.30 am – Arrival & Welcome & Introduction to day’s programme.

9.30 am to 10.15 am – Preparation and relishing of ethnic breakfast dishes along with Masala Chai (Spiced flavour Tea), Cinnamon Coffee, Fruits, Juices and Soft Drinks. Learn to prepare Tea infused with flavorful Spices such as Cardamom, Star Aniseed, Cinnamon etc. and its medicinal value.

10.15 am to 11.30 am – Visit  Local Farmer’s Vegetable, Seafood, Spice market.

11.30 am to 2.30 pm – Return back to Rita’s Gourmet and enjoy refreshing Tender Coconut Water along with some quick traditional Snacks / Sweets. Introduction to different dry and fresh spices and ingredients. Get set for demo cum hands-on cooking in different delicacies planned for the day. Enjoy the aroma and flavours as you cook and savour the delicacies along with some cultural and traditional agrarian activities.

2.30 pm to 3.15 pm – Appetiser with sumptuous lunch.

3.15 pm to 3.25 pm – Clarification of doubts / Feedback

3.30 pm – Departure

• Two (02) days Comprehensive Hands-on Cookery Workshop in Indian Cuisine
  • Timings : 10.00 am to 3.30 pm daily ( Five & half hours daily )
  • Dishes taught : 12
  • Rates – Rs 10500/-
• Three (03) days Comprehensive Hands-on Cookery Workshop in Indian Cuisine
  • Timings: 10.00 am to 3.30 pm daily (Five & half hours daily)
  • Dishes taught: 18
  • Rates – Rs 15750/-
• Three (03) days Comprehensive Hands-on Cookery Workshop in Goan Cuisine
  • Timings: 10.00 am to 3.30 pm daily (Five & half hours daily)
  • Dishes taught: 18 
  • Rates – Rs 15750/-
• Five (05) days Comprehensive Hands-on Cookery Workshop in exclusive Goan Cuisine
• • Timings: 10.00 am to 3.30 pm daily (Five & half hours daily)
  • Dishes taught: 30 
  • Rates – Rs 26250/-
• Five (05) days Comprehensive Hands-on Cookery Workshop in Indian Regional Cuisine 
  • Timings: 10.00 am to 3.30 pm daily (Five & half hours daily)
  • Dishes taught: 30
  • Rates – Rs 26250/-

  We also customise the classes for a two week duration which cover extensive cooking workshop in exclusive Goan Cuisine as well Indian regional cuisine.

• NB: The class is conducted if we have two or more bookings for the day. However, we can customise the class for a single person on request with an extra cost of 10%

Please mail at ritasgourmetgoa@gmail.com or call (+91)7507452225/737509892 or what’s app (+91) 7507452225 to register a comprehensive cooking class