Hottest cookery class in town

One of India's most famous TV chef's is offering the chance to discover the secrets of Indian cuisine in a series of one-day cookery classes, starting this Saturday.

Chef Andy Varma will share some of his gastronomic secrets, which have provided the basis for his restaurant, Varma, becoming one of the best Indian restaurants in London.

Classes are open to all who wish to cook authentic Indian cuisine in their own homes.

The class begins with a short theoretical lesson about the history of Indian cuisine and the use of different spices.

Then it's straight down to the kitchen for a practical session. The finale to the day is that you get to savour the taste of your creations.

Vama Cookery classes
Vama, 438 King's Road, SW10
Information: 020 7565 8500 / www.vama.co.uk
Cost: £35 per person
Classes: at 12.30pm

Saturday 16 March:
2 Classic Vama Dishes - Mustard Seed Potatoes, Achari Chicken

Further classes:
Saturday 20 April: Fish Curry, Vegetable Pulao
Saturday 27 April: Delicious snacks - Til Wale Murg, Chicken Tikka
Saturday 11 May: Great Curries - Saag Ghost, Egg Curry
Saturday 18 May: Vegetarian - Aloo Gobi, Stuffed Mushrooms
Saturday 1 June: Vegetarian - Roasted Aubergine, Saag Paneer
Saturday 8 June: Great Curries - Chicken Curry

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