11. French-Creole Cooking Class in Pondicherry with a Local Family
5.0· 1 reviews· 3 hoursAnita’s paternal grandmother lived in Indochina during the French colonization for 40 years. There she learned to cook French, Vietnamese and Cambodian food. Later she came to Pondicherry and with Portuguese and Tamil influence, she enjoyed cooking various fusion dishes, that Anita’s mother, Pushpa, learned and today cooks and shares with people who are interested in trying the cuisine of Pondicherry - very unique with its influence from Vietnamese, Creole, French and Portuguese cuisine. In your 2-hour cooking class, learn 3 dishes from scratch. • Private cooking lesson in a local's home in Pondicherry • Learn how to cook Pondicherry's Créole cuisine, a unique fusion of French and Tamil traditions • Sample a variety of local dishes that you may not find in restaurants • Learn about the history, architecture of Pondicherry, its people, culinary traditions and cuisine If you choose the market tour option, visit a neighborhood market, to buy fresh ingredients for your cooking class.
22. Promenade Through Pondicherry: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
5.0· 1 reviewsThis self-guided audio tour takes you through Pondicherry's unique French colonial heritage in Tamil Nadu, unlike most Indian cities with British roots. Starting at the Marquis Dupleix Statue in White Town, you'll stroll along Promenade Beach and deeper into this quaint and colorful former French colony. Discover significant buildings including the rare baroque Immaculate Conception Cathedral, the vibrant Hindu temple Arulmigu Manakula Vinayagar Devasthanam, and the French Consulate's colonial mansion. Learn about Joseph Francois Dupleix who transformed this fishing village and hear stories about great figures like Dr. Ambedkar and Nehru. Walk through both White Town's colonial charm and Black Town's lively temples and colorful markets, ending at bustling Goubert Market where you can explore amazing local food and coffee shops.
33. Indian Cooking Class in Pondicherry
4.9· 69 reviews· 4 hoursCome and discover the taste of Indian cuisine! Learn how to prepare a traditional South Indian lunch with a variety of rice, a main gravy (veggie, fish or chicken), some side dishes and a dessert. We offer mainly 30 different recipes and you can chose the ones you like or the ones you have never heard of. We have a wide range of vegetarian and vegan items, too. Book this class and share this wonderful experience with you family and friends!
44. Guided City Tour in Pondicherry with complimentary refreshments
4.5· 37 reviewsExperience the Beauty of Pondicherry explored in a Day City Tour with some interesting explanations by the Organizer about the Sites. Suggesting good dine & wines in the city, have a leisure shopping on the roadside handicrafts shops, clothing and eatables. Enjoy the sizzling Water rides on the backwater of Pondicherry and spend sometime in the Clean Beach Dunes of "Paradise Island"
55. Magical Pondicherry Markets Tour
3.4· 5 reviews· 2 hoursPondicherry's true essence can be found not in its landmarks but in its vibrant markets. Immerse yourself in the energy of the city as you explore the lively bazaars on our 'Magical Pondicherry Markets Tour.' Witness the famous street markets, where you'll find a myriad of offerings, from flowers, fruits, and vegetables to spices, textiles, jewelry, and everyday essentials, all while discovering the rich history of the city
66. Indian Dance, Music, Classes, and Shows
3.3· 4 reviews· 1.5 hoursYou get to choose what you want to learn. It could be Indian Classical Dance like Bharatanatyam or Mohiniyattam. Or you want to try some Indian Free Style like Indian Cinematic Dances like Tamil Kuthu or Bollywood Dance. Takeaways: Choices of Dance Forms is available. If you do not prefer to dance, you could watch some enthralling performances ( Only for watching shows, free of cost for children below 7 years). You will learn some great dance stories, history, and about the costumes and accessories of the dance forms. You get to a choreography for a dance, record it, and have your own mini performance at our place. Welcome drink is provided - A warm cup of black tea cooking buttermilk or refreshing lime juice.
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