Indian Cooking Class: Curry and Carry, Cook Now Eat Later with Anu

Ever wish someone could just cook your weeknight meals for you? This class is the next best thing. You cook two nourishing Indian dishes from scratch and take home everything you've made, ready to eat later in the week. This is real, homemade Indian food that fits into your everyday routine. Simple pantry staples, practical techniques, no heavy cream. Just wholesome, flavour-packed meals you'll be glad to have waiting in the fridge.Hosted at North Sydney Community Centre, this is a relaxed, hands-on class for all levels. Whether you're new to Indian cooking or looking to bring more variety to your weekly meals, you'll leave with around four generous servings, printed recipes, and the confidence to cook these dishes again at home. All dishes are vegetarian and flexible — easy to pair with meat or fish at home to suit mixed dietary preferences, or just as delicious on their own with toast, grain bowls, or whatever you have on hand. No naan or rice required.What's on the menu The menu rotates each session, so regular attendees always cook something new. Here are a few examples:

• Peas and Paneer + Spinach Dal — a comforting classic paired with a silky, gently spiced lentil dish
• Palak Paneer + Chana Masala (Chickpea Curry) — two beloved Indian staples, both hearty and endlessly satisfying
• Cabbage and Lentils + Zucchini Dal — everyday vegetables transformed into nourishing, flavour-packed bowls
• Smoky Eggplant Mash (Baingan Bharta) + Kidney Bean Curry (Rajma) — a classic North Indian pairing, rich and deeply satisfying

Most dishes are naturally vegan or easily made so. If you have specific dietary needs, send me a message before booking.What past participants say "I had a wonderful time learning about the spices used in Indian cooking. Getting to take home what we made at the end of the workshop was fantastic. The Palak Paneer was a standout! I really loved the idea of cooking and taking the meals away rather than eating them straight away — it's such a great approach. I ended up with enough for at least three meals of each curry."Why you'll love it

• Walk out with four generous servings of two dishes, ready to eat
• Real weeknight food, not restaurant replicas
• Hands-on cooking in a relaxed, friendly environment
• Beginner-friendly techniques that build real confidence with spices
• Rotating menu means every session is different, perfect for repeat attendees

How it works The menu for each date is posted in advance. If you'd like a recommendation on which session to join, or if there's a dish you'd love to cook, just send me a message, I'm happy to help. Come ready to cook. We work through both dishes together and you take home everything you've made. Have some rice, toast, or bread ready at home to serve alongside.Printed recipe cards are yours to keep, so you can make these dishes again anytime.

• A hands-on cooking experience with two complete Indian dishes
• Around four generous servings to take home, ready for the week
• Printed recipe cards for both dishes
• All ingredients and equipment provided
• Nibbles and a glass of bubbles during the session
• A sweet treat to finish

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