Explore the ingredients
Get to know the spices, vegetables and everyday ingredients that bring colour and flavour to the table.
AYURVEDIC & INDIAN COOKING
Discover the pleasure of preparing and sharing vegetarian food, with Ayurvedic ideas and the warmth of Indian home cooking.
Ask about cookingCourses and cookery experiences by arrangement


WELCOME TO ALKA’S KITCHEN
A shared meal can be one of life’s simplest joys.
Alka’s Ayurvedic and Indian cookery courses bring together an interest in wellbeing with the everyday pleasure of cooking. Explore ingredients, enjoy the aromas of spices and discover dishes you can feel inspired to make at home.
Whether you are curious about Ayurvedic food or would simply like to develop your Indian cooking, speak with Alka about the experience you have in mind.
LEARN THROUGH DOING
Get to know the spices, vegetables and everyday ingredients that bring colour and flavour to the table.
Discover Ayurvedic perspectives on nourishment while enjoying the preparation of vegetarian dishes.
Make space for questions, taste what you prepare and gather ideas for your own kitchen.
FROM ALKA’S OWN KITCHEN
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PART OF YOUR RETREAT
Organic vegetarian home-cooked food is part of Alka’s retreat offering, with dietary requirements discussed in advance.
If you would like to spend some of your retreat time cooking, ask about including Ayurvedic or Indian cookery lessons. Or simply enjoy being cooked for and let the kitchen be part of your rest.
Explore a nourishing retreatA FEW HELPFUL DETAILS
If something else is on your mind, Alka is happy to talk it through.
Ask AlkaTell Alka about your cooking experience and what you would like to learn, so she can discuss a suitable course with you.
Please discuss allergies and dietary requirements with Alka before booking so she can confirm what is possible.
Course dates, format and prices are available directly from Alka. Visit the Workshops page to explore the current course themes, or send an enquiry.
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Tell Alka what you would love to learn, and ask about the next cookery opportunity.
Start a conversationOr call Alka on 07874 693319