North Indian Cooking Class: Samosas to Gulab Jamun

Master mouthwatering marinades and balanced spices!



3 hours Location Union City Class size 1 to 12 guests   $85 - $95 ($95 per guest when you book for 1+ guests, $85/guest for 5+ guests)

Enjoy a Welcome Drink and Snack

Enjoy a Welcome Drink and Snack

Settle in with a delicious welcome drink of masala chai and a light Indian snack like samosas!


Make a Mouth Watering Appetizer

Make a Mouth Watering Appetizer

Indulge in a classic street-food favorite as you learn to craft authentic Samosas — a crispy, golden pastry stuffed with a spiced mixture of potatoes, green peas, cumin, coriander, and fresh herbs, served with tangy chutney.


 Cook the Main Event

Cook the Main Event

Master an iconic Indian restaurant staple as you learn to prepare Chicken Tikka Masala — tender, spiced chicken marinated in yogurt and aromatic spices, charred to perfection, and simmered in a rich, velvety tomato-cream sauce.


Make Butter Naan

Make Butter Naan

Master the art of traditional Indian breadmaking as you learn to bake soft, pillowy Butter Naan — handcrafted dough rolled thin, cooked until perfectly bubbly and lightly charred, and brushed with rich, melted garlic-herb butter.


Gulab Jamun

Gulab Jamun

End your culinary journey on a sweet note as you learn to make classic Gulab Jamun in this hands-on cooking class — crafting tender, melt-in-your-mouth milk-solid dumplings fried to golden perfection and steeped in a warm, fragrant syrup infused with cardamom and rose water.


Enjoy Your Food

Enjoy Your Food

After cooking the dishes, you can enjoy the dishes you made. I will also surprise you with some more dishes for the meal.


Join Chef Rajeswari for an unforgettable experience in a dynamic and flavorful Indian cooking class in Union City. Discover the secrets of North Indian cuisine and learn how to create a scrumptious meal that you can enjoy at home. In this cooking workshop, you will:
  • Learn how to make crispy, golden samosas filled with a delightfully spiced potato and pea mixture.
  • Master the art of preparing rich and creamy Chicken Tikka Masala infused with aromatic spices and a velvety tomato sauce.
  • Create soft, pillowy Butter Naan from scratch, cooked until bubbly and brushed with rich melted butter.
  • Craft melt-in-your-mouth Gulab Jamun steeped in a warm, rose- and cardamom-infused syrup to end on a sweet note.
Don't worry if you're new to cooking – this class is designed for all skill levels. Throughout the activity, Chef Rajeswari will guide you step by step, making sure you feel confident and excited about exploring new flavors and techniques. You will work with a variety of spices, herbs, and ingredients, engaging all your senses in the process.
During the workshop, you'll enjoy a partially hands-on experience. While observing cooking demonstrations, you'll also have the opportunity to participate in shared prep activities like chopping and mixing. Cooking will be a collaborative effort at a single shared station, allowing everyone to take part in creating the dishes.
Feel free to enhance your experience by bringing wine and beer to sip on while you learn. By the end of the class, you’ll not only have gained valuable skills and knowledge about Indian cuisine but also have a delicious meal to share with your loved ones in the Bay Area.
Menu:
  • Samosa: With onion, all-purpose flour, and chili powder
  • Chicken Tikka Masala: With boneless chicken, tomatoes, and onions
  • Butter Naan: With all-purpose flour, yeast, and butter
  • Gulab Jamun: With milk powder, sugar, all-purpose flour, and ghee
What you'll get
Hands-on cooking and a delicious four-course meal!
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly!
What to bring
BYOB!
Suitable for

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

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 6 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids (the adult may observe for free).

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

Location

Union City, CA

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  • 5/5 from Navid Massarat, attended Sep 2026: Teacher was great and informative. I wanted to suprise my girlfriend for her anniversary and this was the perfect class.
Your teacher

Rajeswari Akkini
Rajeswari Akkini

5.0 (4)
female Women-owned

Hi there! I’m Rajeswari, also known as Chef Raaje — wife, mother, and chef. I grew up in Madurai, South India, a city filled with ancient temples and incredible food. Today, I call the Bay Area home, another place known for its rich culture and vibrant flavors.
Cooking has always been my passion. My mom and my husband are my biggest inspirations, and many of my recipes come from them. I love giving each dish my own flavor and twist, with most of my cooking rooted in the bold and aromatic Chettinad cuisine of Tamil Nadu.
I run my catering and cooking class business from home and have been a top chef on Shef.com for nearly four years. Alongside hosting cooking classes in the Bay Area, I’m also available for private requests if you’d like to bring a flavorful, hands-on experience to your home or event.

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2026-11-20 15:00:00
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