Experience the connection between Ceylon tea and Hill Country cuisine in this unique five-hour journey. Begin with a tea estate tour to understand processing methods, then learn to cook traditional dishes designed to complement different tea varieties. The experience concludes with a multi-course tea-pairing dinner showcasing how specific foods enhance the flavors of various Ceylon teas. Best for tea enthusiasts and slow food learners. This is a easy activity lasting 5 hours. See all cooking classes in Kandy.
Best for tea enthusiasts and slow food learners
What to Expect
Tea estate and factory tour
Learn tea processing from leaf to cup and understand how different grades affect flavour profiles.
Tea tasting session
Sample five Ceylon tea varieties while learning proper tasting techniques and flavour identification.
Hill Country cooking preparation
Prepare ingredients for dishes traditionally served with tea in plantation worker communities.
Traditional cooking methods
Cook three Hill Country specialties using wood fire and traditional clay cookware when possible.
Tea
pairing dinner - Enjoy multi-course meal with different tea pairings while discussing food and tea culture.
Return transport
Comfortable vehicle transport back to Kandy city centre with tea estate views.
Highlights
Working tea estate tour and factory visit
Booking Info
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation 48 hours before start time
- Accessibility
- Involves walking on tea estate paths and standing for cooking portions
- Best time to go
- Morning departure recommended for optimal tea factory operations and lighting
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