Flavors of India: A Hands-On Culinary Experience

Schedule

Thu Feb 05 2026 at 05:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37923 | Knoxville, TN

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🌶️ Spice Route: A Hands-On Indian Cooking Experience
Take your taste buds on an unforgettable culinary journey through India—without leaving Knoxville! In this lively, hands-on cooking class, you’ll explore the bold spices, rich aromas, and time-honored techniques that make Indian cuisine so irresistible.
Guided by Chef John Alunni, you’ll learn how to balance warming spices, build deep flavors, and cook authentic Indian dishes with confidence. As the kitchen fills with the intoxicating aromas of cumin, garam masala, and simmering sauces, you’ll chop, stir, and cook your way through a menu that’s both comforting and crave-worthy. By the end of class, you’ll feel empowered to recreate these dishes at home and impress everyone at your table!
🍽️ Authentic Indian Menu
đź§€ Saag Paneer
Pan-seared Indian cheese folded into a vibrant, spiced spinach purée with peppers and onions
🍗 Murgh Makhani (Butter Chicken)
Tender chicken simmered in a luxuriously creamy, tomato-based sauce infused with warm Indian spices
🔥 Handmade Naan Bread
Soft, pillowy flatbread made from scratch and cooked fresh on the griddle
🍚 Basmati Rice
Light, fluffy, and aromatic—perfect for soaking up every last bite of sauce
🍮 Kheer
Traditional Indian rice pudding, slow-simmered until creamy and delicately sweet
👨‍🍳 Instructor:
Chef John Alunni
🧑‍🍳 Instructional Format:
Demonstration & Hands-On
✨ Ages 16+
Perfect for beginners and seasoned home cooks alike, this class is a flavorful adventure you won’t want to miss. Come hungry, get inspired, and bring the heart of Indian cooking into your own kitchen! 🌟
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