Flavors of Ella: Spice Garden & Cooking Experience
Overview
Begin your journey with a 1-hour guided tour of our family-run 2.5-acre spice garden—the largest in Ella—home to over 100 plants. Discover Sri Lanka’s exotic spices and medicinal plants, from garcinia, vanilla, and cocoa to curry leaves, nutmeg, clove, and cinnamon, as our expert guide explains their uses in traditional cooking and medicine.
Next, dive into a hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class held over a traditional local fireplace. Learn to make fresh coconut milk by hand and prepare authentic dishes from scratch, exploring the flavors and techniques that make Sri Lankan cuisine truly unique.
What You’ll Cook:
White rice, pumpkin or dhal curry, potato milk curry, mushroom curry, green bean curry, chicken curry, coconut sambol, crispy banana chips, and papadam.
Finally, enjoy your freshly prepared meal served on banana leaves and take home the recipes to recreate the rich flavors of Sri Lanka at home.
Highlights
- Begin with a 1-hour guided spice garden tour, discovering the secrets of Sri Lanka’s exotic spices.
- Join a hands-on cooking class in Ella and cook over a traditional local fireplace.
- Learn to prepare authentic Sri Lankan dishes with easy, step-by-step guidance.
What's Included
- 1-hour guided tour of the 2.5-acre spice garden
- Expert explanations of over 100 spices and medicinal plants
- Hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class with step-by-step instructions
- Ingredients and tools for cooking
- Traditional Sri Lankan meal served on banana leaves
- Take-home recipes
- Friendly local guide/chef
Not Included
- Transportation to/from the spice garden (unless specified)
- Beverages other than what’s provided during cooking
- Personal expenses or souvenirs
- Tips and gratuities
From USD 30
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
Reserve Now & Pay Later - Secure your spot while staying flexible.
