Indian Cooking Class: Vegetarian Sharing Plates

Savour and cook delicious vegetarian Indian sharing plates, bursting with flavour!



3 hours

Class size 1 to 6 (public classes), 6 to 20

  $85 - $100 ($100 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $90/guest for 4+ guests, $85/guest for 6+ guests. $150 per class surcharge applies for private classes) (Afterpay available)

Looking for unique things to do in Sydney? Come learn how to cook Indian vegetarian food with Anu!
Hosted in the warm and relaxed atmosphere of my home kitchen in Neutral Bay, this cooking class is designed to bring the vibrant flavours and diverse traditions of Indian cuisine right to your plate. With over 300 million vegetarians in India, the country’s culinary landscape is full of delicious, plant-based meals that are packed with flavour, comfort, and culture.
My goal is simple: to make Indian vegetarian food feel approachable, nourishing, and doable in everyday Aussie kitchens. I share tips, shortcuts, and fresh ideas to help you cook confidently with Indian spices and ingredients — without spending hours in the kitchen.
This refreshed menu series brings together Indian street food, cosy comfort bowls, crispy snacks, and regional favourites — all vegetarian, all full of flavour.
Choose your menu from the following five options:
1. Indian Street Eats
A colourful spread from the streets of Gujarat and Maharashtra — snacky, vibrant, and perfect for sharing.
  • Pani Puri – crisp shells filled with spiced water, chutneys, and potato
  • Kacchi Dabeli – spiced potato bun with chutneys, peanuts, and pomegranate
  • Ragda Pattice – spiced hash browns with white pea curry and chutneys
  • Misal – Moth Beans – sprouted bean curry with crunch and garnish
2. Mumbai Soul Bowls
A hearty menu inspired by Mumbai’s street food culture — bold, satisfying, and full of spice.
  • Sev Puri – crunchy base topped with potatoes, chutneys, sev, and spice
  • Onion Bhaji / Pakoras – crispy fritters with bold spices (air-fried)
  • Pav Bhaji – signature spiced veggie mash with soft rolls
  • Misal – Mung Beans – sprouted mung bean curry with crunchy topping and salsa
3. Bun, Bites & Curry
A playful mix of street snacks and homely comfort dishes that balance crunch, spice, and warmth.
  • Dahi Puri – crisp shells with yoghurt, chutneys, and spice
  • Beetroot Cutlets – pan-fried patties with a fresh twist
  • Vada Pav – Mumbai’s beloved potato fritter bun with garlic chutney
  • Green Peas Curry – a cosy, spiced curry to complete the spread
4. Dosa & More
A South Indian cook-up that shows just how versatile dosa batter can be — easy, flavourful, and fun to master.
  • Masala Dosa – rice and lentil savoury crepes with spiced potato filling
  • Two Fresh Chutneys – coconut-mint and tomato-peanut
  • Appe – savoury lentil-rice bites cooked in a special pan
  • Mini Uttapams – thick pancakes topped with onions, tomatoes and herbs
5. South Indian Classics
A comforting menu that brings together the soft rice, lentil steamed cakes with the warmth of a spiced lentil-vegetable stew.
  • Idlis – steamed using ready-to-use fermented rice and lentil batter
  • Sambar – lentil and seasonal vegetable stew with warming spices
  • Mint, Coriander & Coconut Chutney – fresh and vibrant
  • Mini Fried Idlis – crispy bites from leftover batter
  • Appe – pan-cooked snacks from the same batter
Can’t decide which menu to decide? Choose - "Discuss with Anu" and I'll help you decide!
See all your menu options here.
Note: Minimum of 2 guests per class, if we don’t meet the minimum, I’ll get in touch at least 3 days ahead to reschedule
Private Parties:
Thinking of a birthday, girls’ night, team get-together or small party at home? This class is a wonderful way to connect, learn, and share a homemade Indian feast — I bring the ingredients, you bring your friends.And we can customise the menu for your event.
What you'll get
  • Full demonstration with partial hands-on experience
  • A sit-down meal of all the dishes we cook
  • A sweet treat to finish
  • A glass of bubbles
  • Printed recipe handouts to take home
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Knowledge required
All classes are beginner-friendly.
What to bring
  • Just bring yourself! All ingredients and equipment are provided
  • You’re welcome to bring a container for leftovers
Add-ons available for this class
  • Indian Spice box ($50)
  • Tamarind Sauce ($10)
  • Green chutney ($10)
  • Snack Pack ($5)
You can add these when you book (optional).
Suitable for

This class is great for individuals and couples as well as for a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party, birthday or hens party.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mum or gift for couples.

Location

The location varies by date (select a date to see this). You'll get the specific address after booking.

Your teacher can also travel within 50 kms of Neutral Bay, to a venue of your choice for a private class.

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Anu Indapurkar
Anu Indapurkar

5.0 (70)
female Women-owned

Growing up in India, I initially had reservations about cooking, viewing it as tied to traditional gender roles. However, surrounded by the rich flavours and vibrant colours of Indian cuisine, I developed a love for cooking and sharing meals, inspired by my Mum's recipes and her emphasis on incorporating more vegetables into traditional recipes, instilling in me a deep appreciation for wholesome, nutritious food.
While my roots lie in traditional Indian cooking, my culinary journey expanded when I relocated to Australia 15 years ago. Exposed to a melting pot of cuisines, I found inspiration in blending traditional recipes with modern influences. Whether it's crafting comforting one-pot wonders like dal soup or experimenting with innovative twists on classic dishes like air-fried pakoras, and puff pastry samosa, cooking became my creative outlet and a way to express my rebellious spirit.
My approach to cooking values simplicity, practicality, and creativity, prioritising the use of fresh, seasonal produce while also embracing the convenience of store-bought ingredients to sustain a demanding lifestyle. I strive to strike a balance, ensuring that my dishes are not only delicious and healthy but also simple to put together.
I am here not just to share the recipes; but equally want to help foster a community of passionate, intuitive cooks, infusing spices in their day to day and promoting mindful eating practices.
Beyond the kitchen, I lead an active lifestyle, work full time and find myself to be very fortunate to be able to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Having met my husband in Sydney, we bonded over our love for food, wine, running, cycling, camping, traveling and reading. With the support of my Australian family and friends, many of whom have been my enthusiastic guinea pigs turned cheerleaders, I'm excited to share my passion for Indian plant based cuisine with the world.

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