Location: Kandy
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Kandy (Sinhalese: මහනුවර Mahanuwara, pronounced [mahanuʋərə]; Tamil: கண்டி, pronounced [ˈkaɳɖi]) is a major city in Sri Lanka located in the Central Province. It was the last capital of the ancient kings' era of Sri Lanka. The city lies in the midst of hills in the Kandy plateau, which crosses an area of tropical plantations, mainly tea. Kandy is both an administrative and religious city and is also the capital of the Central Province. Kandy is the home of The Temple of the Tooth Relic (Sri Dalada Maligawa), one of the most sacred places of worship in the Buddhist world. It was declared a world heritage site by UNESCO in 1988.
Restaurants in Kandy
1. Withlocals
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5.0 based on 421 reviews
Experience Sri Lanka like a local. We offer a wide range of private tours in Sri Lanka. Discover the hidden gems of Sri Lanka with one of our private guides.
2. Kandy Cooking Class by AGS
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5.0 based on 330 reviews
Traditional Sri Lanka food is very enjoyable and world famous, but cooking it yourself adds yet another dimension to the experience. We do cooking classes in Kandy at a house located in quiet residential areas just outside the city. Each day of the week there are different menus on training, reflecting the cultural and culinary traditions of Sri Lanka,
Reviewed By cls1986
Book this cooking class! We had one day in Kandy and wanted to experience the market, a locals home and learn to cook some amazing traditional Sri Lankan food. This was the perfect opportunity! We were picked up from our hotel by tuk tuk (an experience in itself!) and taken to the market. The chef walked us through and explained all the different vegetables and its uses to us. Asked us what we like and what we don’t so he could cater the meal to our taste. We visited a spice stall and learned about the different spices and teas and bought a few to take home for ourselves and gifts. We then went by tuk tuk through the hills of Kandy to Sudesh’s home. There we met his kids and wife and the chef started to prepare the meal. He taught us along the way and we made 7 different vegetables, egg curry, chicken curry, lentils, papadam and an amazing sauce with fried eggplant and onions and curry leaves. We then enjoyed the delicious meal with a local beer and topped the meal off with a yummy pancake filled with caramelized coconut. Sudesh and his family are lovely and welcoming. It was an amazing experience and one I highly recommend to anyone visiting Kandy!
3. Traditional Cooking Class Kandy
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5.0 based on 11 reviews
Welcome to the best cookery class in Kandy. This is a Traditional Sri Lankan cooking class. The menus offer everything from Sri Lankan style fare to fantastic spicy offerings, and you’ll get to see “Bethel Homestay's” expert preparation, generous tastings, Ceylon tea and coffee. You will get recipes demonstrated at the class. Sri Lankan fare is exciting, exotic and easy to prepare.
Reviewed By SteinunnBara
I went to this cooking class with my friends when I was in Kandy. This experience is one of the highlights of my trip. The hosts where so friendly and welcoming and when we got there we got to wear traditional clothing which was so much fun. We cooked around ten different dishes and everything was so delicious. There was no time limit on the class so you definitely get what you pay for. If you ever visit Kandy you need to take this cooking class.
4. Lloyds Ceylon Travels
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
We offer a truly Sri Lankan experience. Our tailor-made solutions are guaranteed to suit all your travelling needs. We specialize in providing the best of culture, history, adventure with a local touch to enrich your holidays during your visit to this charming island. The holiday packages that we offer have the most favourable rates with comfort and luxury.
5. Best Kandy kitchen
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5.0 based on 144 reviews
Welcome to Kandy Sri Lankan cuisine is considered to be among the hottest and spiciest cuisine in the world. Spices and coconut milk are always generally used to make the Sri Lankan cuisine. Add an exclusive value to your travel experience in Sri Lanka by getting to know how to prepare one or few of these delicious foods. Learn to cook in a Sri Lankan style by friendly instructor at our home kitchen.
Reviewed By Testaanto2
Highly recommend to anyone spending a night in Kandy! Such a lovely family, relaxed and happy environment and fun evening. The food was amazing and there was so so so much, there was no way we could’ve finished it! 12 dishes! All delicious, all simple, all healthy and all fun to make! Worth the experience and definitely one of the best ways to spend an evening in Kandy
6. Kevins Viaggi
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
If you’re a looking for a trustworthy and experienced tour agency to organize your holiday at that destination, you’ve chosen the most appropriate tour agency in the Sri Lanka. Happy to assist you with any further information.
7. TAKE ME LANKA TRAVELS & TOURS
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5.0 based on 22 reviews
To travel in Sri Lanka with maximum security & My goal is to give you a successful tour with an unforgettable memory.
8. Green Lanka Tour
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
I'm Nisal, born and raised in Kandy (Sri Lanka). Since 11 years I've been driving and touring tourist around Sri Lanka to live and experience the beauty of our country.
9. Kandy Food tour and cooking class
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We do Sri Lanka traditional cooking class with local food tour. This experience is really good for the food lovers
10. Cooking Class At Thotupola Residence
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Cookery Class I use only clay stuffs; delicately glazed. Fired clay pots and handmade spoons out of coconut shells and wood handles to spice up the dish. preserve the incredible smell and taste in daily cocking and serving. it's a huge and excising on 1st day for everyone myself included. But it's a blessing and privilege i must say for being able to show my cooking in its origin from at my fully
