COLOMBO · SRI LANKA
Colombo’s best days out.
The 5 most popular markets tours in and around Colombo. The ones worth building a day around, with what they cost, how long they run and who to book with.
Market tour and hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class in Colombo: choose dishes, cook a 5-course meal, learn etiquette, get recipes.
Most Popular“Nim organised transport from our Colombo hotel to his local market .That worked seamlessly! Market shopping was fun,with Nim being most informative about a whole range of fruit and vegetables that were unfamiliar to us. Upon arrival Read more”
Shop at Colombo market with Bobby, cook Sri Lankan classics at a family home, and eat with Lion beer and dessert for $35.
“We had a wonderful experience with Pradeep and Bobby in the cooking class. We first went to the market, where Pradeep introduced us to many typical Sri Lankan fruits, and then we went to his home to prepare a delicious Sri Lankan dish. We really enjoyed the whole experience. recommended!”
Vegan cooking class in Colombo with a market tour, private chef guidance, and clay-pot dishes. Hands-on, customizable Sri Lankan flavors.
“Indeed, everything made inside the kitchen is from scratch, from the sauces, paste, fillings, and appetizers. The chef keeps the class small enough to have your hands in every process. He has a good knowledge about what he is doing. TRead more”
Shop Pettah Market with a chef, then cook Sri Lankan rice and curry at a Colombo studio with a private market-to-table class.
“Piumi was amazing, we had a private cooking class in her home. Piumi was informative, engaging , fun. The food was exquisite, thoroughly enjoyed it and wield recommend. Thanks Piumi 😊😊😊”
Colombo local market tour and cooking demo with lunch. Shop for ingredients, cook with a local family, and eat what you make.
“I first thank you, Roman and Delrin Vanhoff, mother and daughter who demonstrated excellent Sri Lankan cuisines and taught me how to cook them. Opposed to my stereotypical idea about Sri Lankan food that may use lots of oil, it is very healthy and tasty. I had afternoon programme and could not stay long enough…”
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