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Sri Lankan Cooking Workshop by Curry O’Clock & Spice First

Join us for a unique hands-on experience where we’ll explore the flavours, aromas, and stories of Sri Lankan cuisine.

Details

Sunday, Nov 2, 2025, 14:00 - Sunday, Nov 2, 2025, 18:00

Papaverweg 29H

Join us for a unique hands-on experience where we’ll explore the flavours, aromas, and stories of Sri Lankan cuisine. Together with Shehana, founder of Curry O’Clock, you’ll learn how to blend your own authentic Sri Lankan raw curry powder, the most iconic spice mix in Sri Lankan cooking, and then use it to prepare a colourful meal.

What we’ll make

  • Freshly blended Sri Lankan raw curry powder
  • Coconut roti with grated coconut ( Pol Rotty) 
  • Coconut sambal ( Pol sambal) with grated coconut
  • Oyster mushroom curry (rich, hearty, vegetarian)
  • Yellow rice (Kana Bath)
  • Dal curry (parippu)

The experience

  • Create your own spice blend and discover the art of flavour balancing.
  • Cook step by step with Shehana, from cutting to authentic preparation techniques.
  • Enjoy a full Sri Lankan meal together at the end of the session.
  • Hear stories about Sri Lankan food culture, the spice trade, and the traditions behind the dishes.

About Curry O’Clock

Shehana (or She, for short) was born and raised in Sri Lanka and has lived in the Netherlands for 12 years. A marketer by profession, she founded Curry O’Clock in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic to share the flavours and traditions of her homeland. Now, she works full-time teaching Sri Lankan cooking, hosting pop-up dinners, and importing spices and unique products, such as kithul syrup and gluten-free flours. She travels regularly to Sri Lanka to research authentic recipes, which she shares through workshops, events, and her food blog.

Sri Lankan food is diverse, coconut-rich, spicy, and deeply rooted in Ayurveda, a tradition that views food as a form of nourishment. With strong Buddhist traditions, Sri Lankan cuisine naturally features a wealth of vegetarian dishes and fresh, wholesome ingredients.

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