What can I say “ the high light of my West Bengal holiday “ this was the cherry on the top of a 12 day trip traveling in this beautiful region of India. Bibi is so welcoming and is highly knowledgeable on every aspect of India / Asian cooking. The meal we cooked together was the best Indian / Bengali food I had tasted. The instructions are explained step by step and I’m still watching some videos I shot while the prep and cooking was going on ! Can’t wait to get in the kitchen. Big thanks to Bibi and her family for allowing me to learn something I’ll surely repeat !

Zinnia is a fantastic cook, and she, her husband, and her daughter are all warm, intelligent, and highly educated. They welcomed me so kindly and openly, and Zinnia went to the trouble of giving a cooking class just for me. She is incredibly organized; everything was perfectly prepared. She asked about my wishes and preferences beforehand and then tailored everything to me. I not only had a wonderful evening and a delicious meal, but I also learned a great deal. At the end, Zinnia and her husband even gave me a ride home. How kind! A big plus: Her English is perfect, so communication was seamless.

A Must-Do in Kolkata - Authentic Bengali Home Dining Experience! The highlight of my trip to Kolkata! I had the most incredible home-cooked Bengali meal at Debjani’s beautiful, centrally located home. She welcomed us like family, and the setting, filled with antiques and artwork, was absolutely charming. The meal was delectable: masoor dal, begun bhaja, shorshe bhapa chingri, maach, and the perfect finish - mishti doi. Every dish was flavorful and prepared with love. It was also lovely to meet Debjani’s friends and share stories, it felt like having lunch with a group of my girlfriends. If you're looking to try authentic Bengali food in Kolkata, this experience is a must. Highly recommended!