MS
Meera S.
Chennai
September 2026
Still making the moong dal recipe from this workshop months later.
NewVerified partner3 hrsAyurvedaHealReconnect
Ayurvedic Cooking Workshop
Retreat kitchen, Backwater Silence RetreatBy Backwater Silence Retreat Pvt Ltd4.0(1 review)
NewVerified partner3 hrsAyurvedaHealReconnect
Ayurvedic Cooking Workshop
Retreat kitchen, Backwater Silence RetreatBy Backwater Silence Retreat Pvt Ltd4.0(1 review)
- Duration
- 3 hrs
- Location
- Retreat kitchen, Backwater Silence Retreat
- Type
- Ayurveda
- Cancellation
- Moderate
Overview
A 3-hour hands-on workshop learning to cook a full sattvic Kerala meal from the retreat's head chef.
The Story
The retreat's kitchen has never published its recipes — this workshop is the only way to learn the actual dishes served during the Panchakarma programme.
What to Expect
Hands-on preparation of a three-course sattvic meal, with explanation of the Ayurvedic reasoning behind ingredient choices and cooking methods.
Ideal For
Guests wanting to bring a piece of the retreat's dietary approach home with them.
What's Included
- All ingredients
- Recipe booklet to take home
- The meal you cook, for lunch
Led By
CR
Chef Radhika Menon
Head chef at Backwater Silence Retreat for eleven years.
Where This Happens
Backwater Silence Retreat
Alleppey, Kerala Backwaters
Kerala Backwaters
The traditional home of Ayurveda — slow backwater mornings, centuries-old treatment protocols, and a kitchen built around what's actually in season.
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Moderate cancellation
Full refund up to 7 days before check-in, 50% up to 3 days before.
₹2,800
per session
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