Do I need prior cooking experience to join this class?

No, the class is designed to be accessible for beginners while offering depth that appeals to experienced cooks.

What kitchen equipment should I have before the class?

Basic equipment like frying pans, a rolling pin, and access to a digital device with Zoom are recommended.

Is the class suitable for vegans?

Yes, this is a fully vegan masterclass focusing on traditional North Indian plant-based dishes.

Can multiple people cook from one booking?

Yes, one booking covers one household, so anyone in the same location can join the session.

Will I receive recipes to keep after the class?

Yes, a comprehensive digital recipe pack is provided to recreate the dishes anytime.

What if I miss part of the live session?

The experience is most engaging live, but you can review the recipe pack and reach out for tips after the class.

Vegan North Indian Thali with Jamie Oliver Cookery School | Food Tour

Unlock the rich flavors of North Indian cuisine from your own kitchen with The Jamie Oliver Cookery School’s Online North Indian Thali masterclass. Based in London, England, this two-hour interactive cooking experience delivers the vibrant tastes and techniques of a vegan thali—a traditional platter featuring a variety of small, flavorful dishes—straight to your screen.

The class centers around building foundational skills with classic, plant-based staples: creamy lentil daal, spicy chickpea masala, soft homemade chapatis, and crisp fried okra. Alongside these, you'll prepare a fresh vegetable sambharo, a warm salad rich in traditional spices. Each dish introduces key spice blends and cooking methods essential to northern Indian kitchens, all broadcast live via Zoom where expert chefs guide you in real time. Participants receive a digital recipe pack and prep guide, empowering you to remake this authentic feast anytime.

London, known for its multicultural culinary scene, provides an ideal backdrop for this class, reflecting the city’s vibrant South Asian food traditions. Yet unlike a typical restaurant experience, this class connects food lovers worldwide, making professional Indian cooking accessible beyond geographic boundaries. The hands-on nature distinguishes this experience, encouraging cooks of various skill levels to deepen their spice knowledge and kitchen confidence.

This immersive, home-based journey blends cultural education with practical cooking, emphasizing authentic flavors and approachable steps. Whether you’re a vegan, a spice enthusiast, or simply eager to sharpen your culinary skills, this masterclass brings the spirited essence of North India into your home kitchen, right from the heart of London’s renowned cookery school.

About The Jamie Oliver Cookery School

The Jamie Oliver Cookery School in London offers hands-on and online cooking classes across two central venues and virtual sessions. Classes range from short cuisine-focused evenings to multi-hour masterclasses, covering Spanish paella, Thai curries, Vietnamese street food, Mexican street food, pasta making, bread baking, sushi, bao, gnocchi, rendang, ceviche and regional Indian thalis.

Sessions listed at Oxford Street and Islington HQ include practical chef’s table dining, live demonstrations, group work and step-by-step instruction. Several experiences provide a digital recipe pack or take-home curry paste, while family-friendly and kids-focused sessions appear as “Kids learn for free” listings for subjects such as baking, pasta and sushi. Online classes replicate the hands-on format with live demos, real-time guidance and downloadable recipes for at-home cooking.

The school’s programme includes specialist masterclasses—pasta masters, knife skills, showstopping ravioli, bread baking and seasonal events like Christmas cooking and gluten-free festive baking. Variety spans vegetarian and vegan options, seafood technique classes and regional street-food menus, enabling cooks at different levels to build practical skills. Booking information and schedules are published for Oxford Street and Islington HQ sessions and for online ticketed events. The Jamie Oliver Cookery School is featured on The Adventure Collective, reinforcing visibility to travellers and food enthusiasts seeking reputable cooking experiences in London. Whether seeking an in-person chef’s table experience or an interactive online class, the school presents a range of structured, cuisine-specific workshops designed to teach practical techniques and recipes for home cooking. Participants leave confident to recreate dishes at home with clear guidance.