Anuradhapura: Traditional Milk Rice Cooking Class

Anuradhapura , Sri Lanka

Anuradhapura: Traditional Milk Rice Cooking Class

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About this experience

Our cooking experience blends the rich flavors of Sri Lanka with the charm of village life. You’ll cook in a traditional clay kitchen under a coconut-leaf roof, using age-old tools like the miris gala (stone grinder), hiramanaya (coconut scraper), and wood-fired stove. Every dish is infused with the smoky aroma of firewood and the freshness of hand-prepared ingredients. From creamy kiribath paired with spicy lunu miris, to festive sweets like kokis and konda keum, each bite carries the taste of tradition, celebration, and home. More than a meal, it’s an edible journey into Sri Lanka’s cultural soul.

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Anuradhapura: Traditional Milk Rice Cooking Class

What's included

Kokis

Scrape Coconut with a Hiramanaya Try a fun kitchen skill that every Sri Lankan home cook knows! It’s easy to learn and very satisfying.

Konda Keum

Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan meal featuring creamy milk rice (kiribath) served with spicy katta sambol and lunu miris, followed by freshly made festive sweets. End your experience + Ceylon tea.

Peni Walalu

Cook on a Wood-Fired Stove Make your meal over a firewood stove, just like our grandmothers did. The smoky flavor makes it extra tasty!

Miris Gala (Grinding Stone): Experience the meditative art of grinding spices, unlocking bold flavors the traditional way.

Enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan meal featuring creamy milk rice (kiribath) served with spicy katta sambol and lunu miris, followed by freshly made festive sweets. End your experience + Ceylon tea.

Asmi

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Important information

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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About Anuradhapura

Anuradhapura is a major city in Sri Lanka, famous for its well-preserved ruins of an ancient Sri Lankan civilization. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is a pilgrimage site for Buddhists and offers a rich cultural and historical experience.

Top Attractions

Sacred City of Anuradhapura

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Sacred City of Anuradhapura is home to ancient stupas, temples, and ruins that date back over 2,000 years.

Historical Full day Free

Ruwanwelisaya Dagoba

One of the tallest stupas in the world, this iconic structure is a significant pilgrimage site for Buddhists.

Religious 1-2 hours Free

Sri Maha Bodhi

A sacred fig tree that is said to have been propagated from the original Bodhi tree under which Buddha attained enlightenment.

Religious 30 minutes to 1 hour Free

Jethawanaramaya Dagoba

The tallest stupa in Anuradhapura, known for its impressive size and historical significance.

Historical 1 hour Free

Isurumuniya Temple

A beautiful temple known for its rock carvings and serene atmosphere.

Religious 1-2 hours Free

Must-Try Local Dishes

Kottu Roti

A popular Sri Lankan dish made with chopped roti, vegetables, and meat or seafood, cooked on a hot plate.

Dinner Can be made vegetarian or vegan.

Hoppers

Bowl-shaped pancakes made from fermented rice flour and coconut milk, often served with eggs or sambal.

Breakfast Vegetarian.

Rice and Curry

A staple Sri Lankan meal consisting of steamed rice served with a variety of curries.

Lunch/Dinner Can be made vegetarian or vegan.

Lamprais

A Dutch-influenced dish consisting of rice, meat, and vegetables cooked in banana leaves.

Lunch/Dinner Contains meat.

Popular Activities

Hiking in Mihintale Exploring Ritigala Forest Monastery Tea tasting Visiting temples Exploring ancient ruins Attending religious ceremonies Witnessing the Esala Perahera festival

Best Time to Visit

January to March

This is the best time to visit Anuradhapura as the weather is pleasant and dry, making it ideal for exploring the ancient ruins and enjoying outdoor activities.

28-32°C 82-90°F