Five hours class – Goan Masalas & Curry Paste 

Indian cuisine is loved around the world for its vibrant curries, aromatic spices, delicious masalas & chutneys. The true secret behind these flavors lies in freshly prepared masalas and curry pastes that bring every dish to life.

At Rita’s Gourmet Goa, this special cooking experience invites travelers to discover the traditional art of making authentic Goan masalas and curry pastes from scratch like a local. These spice blends are the heart of iconic Goan dishes such as Fish Recheado, Xacuti, Vindaloo, Cafreal, and Balchão.

An article on Rita’s Gourmet Goa in UK Travel Weekly further inspired us to share this knowledge with food lovers from around the world, helping them recreate the authentic flavors of Goa in their own kitchens.

This class is also ideal for chefs and culinary enthusiasts who wish to bring authentic Goan flavors to their own kitchens or restaurant menus.

Join us for this unique culinary experience and learn the traditional art of preparing the authentic Goan masala and curry pastes that form the foundation of many iconic dishes of Goa as well prepare the classic Goan dishes using these masalas and paste.

Experience Highlights

9.30 am – Welcome Refreshments
Begin the session with refreshing welcome beverages and light snacks as you settle into the warm Goan hospitality.

10.15 am – Introduction to Spices
Explore the fascinating world of  spices and ingredients commonly used in everyday cooking, along with their aromas, flavours, and culinary significance.

10.45 am – 1.45 pm Understanding Goan Masalas
Learn how traditional Goan masalas and curry pastes are created and how they shape the distinctive flavors of Goan cuisine.

Hands-on Culinary Experience
Participate in a guided cooking session and learn to prepare the following traditional spice blends and curry pastes and using them to prepare the dishes:

• Recheado Masala (Recheado Fish)

• Vindalho Masala ( Chicken Vindalho)

• Xacuti Curry Paste ( Chick pea Xacuti)

• Cafreal Masala (Paneer Cafreal)

• Goan Fish Curry Paste (Goan Prawn Curry)

1.45 pm – 2.30 pm – Appetiser and Meal – Departure

Storage & Usage Tips
Learn practical techniques to store your freshly prepared masalas and curry pastes for use in your home kitchen.

What You Take Home

• Printed recipe booklet for easy reference

• Rita’s Gourmet Goa apron as a souvenir

• Certificate of Participation

Leave with the knowledge and confidence to recreate the authentic flavors of Goa in your own kitchen.

Rates

Cooking Class – Rs 4750/- per person 

Group booking or a family booking of four persons and above will be extended 15% discount per person

Please mail at ritasgourmetgoa@gmail.com or call Rita’s Gourmet on (+91) 7507452225 / 7378509892 or what’s app to register a cooking class