I have just taken a cooking class with chef Meghna and it was a wonderful experience all around. Her recipes were easy to follow and the favors were great. She gave a wonderful introduction to the indian spices and it was a fun learning experience over a glass of wine. I have already replicated her recipes at home and it turned out great. I look forward to take more classes with her! read more

My wife and I recently took a class with Meghna and it was amazing! She is an excellent cook, an excellent teacher, and really great company. I was really impressed with how easily she welcomed us into her home and the very gentle way she encouraged us to get immersed in the kitchen. There were numerous moments where I was slightly anxious about overcooking the spices or undercooking the vegetables, but she has a great way of making you feel better than you are with a hot pan and unfamiliar spices :) The food we made was spectacular, but just as enjoyable for us was the company and conversation. We stayed for many hours, cooking, eating, laughing and eating more. It was awesome. And Meghna, I hope your son is reading this review and he realizes just how lucky he is that you regularly cook for him. I know I'm jealous. read more

My husband and I bought a private cooking class for 4 as a gift for our close friends and the four of us enjoyed it after they returned from their honeymoon. It was a wonderful evening filled with good food, wine, friends and a fantastic hostess. Meghna taught us so many things we didn't know about Indian food, including how each regions foods are unique and how each Indian chef stocks their own spice jar. The cauliflower, chickpea and vegetable dishes were delicious (we are vegetarian so didn't try the meat ones) and we can't wait to recreate them at home now that we have the recipes! read more

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The food was incredible, and Meghna made sure to break it down so we could easily follow and remember all the steps!

My boyfriend and I took Meghna's class for our anniversary and we loved it! We have been indulging in Indian food almost once a week and figured it was time to try it ourselves. She was great at explaining the history of the dishes we were making and the spices that are traditional to Indian cooking. She accommodated the non-meat eaters which was great news for me! No one seemed to mind, since it all came out delicious. She also sent the recipes after so we could try it at home and didn't need to take notes! Highly recommend! read more

This was my first time doing anything like this, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Meghna is super friendly, chatty, and easy going, and the group I was with were really enjoyable as well. I wasn't sure what to expect in terms of format but I enjoyed the fact that we were each given a recipe to "own" and we prepped and cooked it for the others while also learning about the other dishes as they were prepared. It was an easy pace and the food was delicious! Wish I could have eaten more! read more

I took a private class from Meghna to learn few of my favorite indian dishes. I have to say that Meghna is an excellent teacher. She is so knowledgeable,detail oriented about her spices and knows how they intermingle in the preparation. One thing that amazed me was that, she can explain preparation of pretty complicated dishes in a very simple way. At the end of the class, I was so proud of myself for making 5 items, some of them needing over 20 ingredients. I'm so happy to have taken the class and would recommend to anyone who wants to learn real indian cooking ! read more

Highly recommended! My husband and I took a class with Meghna as a date night, and learned a ton about the spices and techniques involved in Indian cooking in general, in addition to making and eating absolutely delicious food. Meghna is a very thoughtful, able teacher -- explaining to us not only how to execute the recipes, but also the context and common usage of the spices. We had also requested a vegetarian meal, which Meghna was happy to do. We're excited to try the recipes at home! read more

Before this class I always thought of cooking Indian food as pretty inaccessible -- but Meghna made it all very simple, showed us what was important, and helped us build intuition. It turned out great, and we're looking forward to trying it again at home! read more

I received a cooking class from Crimson Kitchen a Christmas gift from my partner, and oh my goodness was I delighted. The 6-course class was both entertaining and for me very educational, the techniques shown were things I've already been able to reproduce at home, the food we prepared was delicious. Meghna was just fantastic. read more

This was our first cooking class experience and it was simply perfect. The intimate setting albeit it being a group class, the wonderful instructor Meghna and her infinite knowledge on spices, culinary history and contemporary food trends and the menu selection made this a great experience. Not only did we walk away with a much greater appreciation for spices and the Indian cuisine but we also acquired cooking skills that we didn't have before. Highly recommended! read more

I loved Meghna's class! The background on the spices and food preparation, paired with her easy breakdown of each step made Indian cooking seem so easy. I've made one of the dishes she taught us several times, and it's delicious! Meghna is such a great host and I loved supporting her local small business. She's an inspiration! read more

Our sales team did our year-end team building event with Crimson Kitchen. What a wonderful experience! Meghna is a delightful and engaging cooking instructor. We learned so much and had great laughter throughout the class. We couldn't believe the incredibly delicious meal we prepared ourselves. Truly an unforgettable experience. We would absolutely do it again! read more

Meghna is a great chef - Had the best chola bhatura and chicken curry made by her. Highly recommend Crimson Kitchen!

My fiancé and I had such a good time cooking with Meghna! She made us feel right at home and gave us a super fascinating background on the fundamentals of Indian cuisine before we got started with prepping and cooking our respective meals. She had an amazing way of simplifying things down and making Indian cooking feel way less intimidating. We asked for a vegetarian-friendly meal and she was very accommodating. She really empowers her students to be able to make dishes at home after the class is over, so she supplied all the recipes we went over and offered to be available for any questions that come up later on. You won't regret it! read more

This review is a long due. Meghan is an awesome teacher! She was so patient and knowledgable to tell me all those 'secrets' about tasty Indian food. Can't wait to find time and go back for my next class with her soon! read more

Had a great time learning and tasting each spice in Indian cuisine. Meghna is patient and knowledgeable. In addition to the delicious cooking, we also had wine, dessert, and naan to go along! Would definitely recommend :) read more

Meghna was the most amazing and accommodating hostess. She welcomed our group into her home with open arms and eagerly offered her extensive knowledge about the regional differences in cuisine and all of the fragrant spices that are customarily found in Indian dishes. We had an incredible time learning, prepping, sharing, and enjoying the beautiful meal that she expertly guided us in preparing. It was a fun and informative experience and we were all blown away by her candor, patience, and generosity of spirit. We are looking forward to our next cooking adventure together. read more

We had a great time cooking with Meghna, and learning about all aspects of Indian cuisine, spices, ingredients, and techniques. She and her family were wonderful guides to a style of food that many Americans find intimidating to prepare, and to more interesting stories and anecdotes about how people really eat and live in India. She gave us some great recommendations of places to find inexpensive and high-quality Indian spices in the Bay Area (particularly a new place in the Fillmore that we're looking forward to checking out), and we had a wonderful meal together with many courses of delicious dishes like sauteed paneer, nine-vegetable korma, green beans with mustard seeds, etc. read more

What fun we had with Meghna in our Indian cooking class. She clearly enjoyed teaching, and was an engaging instructor. The food was absolutely delicious and the recipes are manageable, I think I can actually make them on my own. Thanks for a great Saturday night party! I highly recommend Meghna's cooking class. Make a date with your girlfriends, with a few couples, or with your work colleagues. read more

So in true Meghna fashion, she sends me a spicier chicken recipe after reading my post . . . and we cooked it up this past weekend . . . and it is both spicy and delicious . . . I would post a couple pics but i don't feel like trying to learn how at the moment. . . the girl knows her stuff . . . responsive and the recipe was exactly what we were looking for. . . that right there is worth an upgrade from 4 to 5 stars. Thanks again Meghna . . . you rock! read more

This class was so great. I really loved that we learned a ton about spices, not only about flavor, but health benefits, etc. Really fun, and great to meet other people who are interested in learning new cooking skills. Plus, now I know how to make great rice (don't stir)! read more

My husband and I loved this class! Meghna walked us through the spices used in Indian cooking and broke down the recipes so they were easy to understand. We will definitely be making these dishes again at home. Highly recommend! read more

Having just finished what must have been my fourth cooking class with Meghna, I am still swooning over the food. I must say that every experience teaches me more and more about the culture and cuisine of India and every opportunity to learn with Meghna is an absolute delight. She is warm, charming and incredibly engaging as a cooking instructor and the food is always incredible and with her instructions, something I can reproduce at home. Having learned so much from Meghna, I have even begun to develop a bit of comfort to branch out a bit on my own. Thank you, as always for an amazing culinary experience! read more

This was the perfect birthday date for my wife and I. Meghna was super nice and incredibly knowledgeable. We drank wine, learned a bunch, and had a great time. We had attempted cooking Indian food ourselves from books and the internet, so I thought I already knew a bit about the spices and whatnot. But, in the past, whenever we made Indian food ourselves there was always something not quite right. The food we made with Meghna was perfect, and we have recreated the recipes at home too! There were several subtle ingredients I had never seen mentioned before, and I'm super excited to add these recipes to our regular rotation at home. read more

It was a gift for my girlfriend's birthday and it was a wonderful experience. Meghna is incredibly knowledgeable and is a joy to learn from. Curry has always been my girlfriend's nemisis, but I can say first-hand after our Crimson Kitchen lesson, she's conquered it! I can't recommend her class highly enough! read more

My husband and I had such a great time with Meghna! I chose it as my birthday present and do not regret the decision at all. Meghna made Indian cooking very simple for two complete newbies, and the food was soo delicious (the paneer was our favourite). She followed up with an email with the recipes we cooked that day, and I will be putting them to good use! Thanks again Meghna! :) read more

Meghna is a great hostess. The overall experience is excellent and certainly very educational.

I highly recommend Crimson Kitchen for catering services. Meghna recently catered a party at my house for about 30 people. Meghna was quick, professional and wonderfully calm, and her Indian appetizers were delicious. And, Steve, who helped prep, serve drinks and clean up was also great. It was a fun and tasty evening thanks to Crimson Kitchen! read more

We really enjoyed celebrating our son's 30th birthday together with Meghna yesterday! We had 11 in our party and it was really great to gather in her beautiful home and cook a meal together, learn about regional differences in Indian cuisine, and the wonderful spices. It really made the experience personal and helpful for all of us to try at home later. The flavors were so wonderful and balanced. Plus it was totally fun! Meghna also provided a beautiful birthday cake for us to celebrate The extra touches and personal atmosphere made us all so comfortable. I would highly recommend this experience!! read more

We loved our class with Meghna! We learned how to make delicious food and we learned a ton about the history of Indian cooking in the process. Thank you Meghna! read more

Loved it! Meghna was very knowledgeable about the healing properties of our spices and foods as well as putting together a super menu for us to try. She gave us background information and that helped pull things together. Thanks, Meghna - we may do this again some day! read more

Taking an Indian Cooking class has been on my bucket list, so my boyfriend signed us up for this experience as a Christmas gift. We had a wonderful time! Meghna is so personable and instantly put us at ease in her lovely home. She got us settled in with a drink, welcomed us to take notes and pictures (you also get a copy of the recipes to take home), and then we started with an appetizer. I generally know my way around the kitchen, but I've always been intimidated by Indian cuisine. Meghna's a good and patient teacher; she broke everything down in a way that seemed very approachable and repeatable. We especially appreciated picking up a few multi-purpose tips for things like grating ginger, caramelizing onions, and making delicious rice. The whole evening was a well-crafted experience that left me interested in taking additional classes, but feeling like we already learned enough to be able to cook some meals that we'll enjoy on our own. In the end, the three of us sat down to a fantastic meal of chicken korma (which was different, but no doubt healthier than what you find in a lot of Indian restaurants), paneer tikka, cucumber raita, spiced cauliflower, and aromatic rice. We enjoyed our conversation with Meghna, who repeatedly encouraged us to contact her with questions anytime we need to, and went home very full and happy. read more

We had such a great time cooking and learning about India and Indian food! Meghna was a great teacher. Can't wait to cook these recipes at home :) read more

Chef Meghna rocks! My wife and I traveled to San Francisco for a long weekend and had a great time and great food. The highlight of the trip was Chef Meghna's class and the food that we prepared with Meghna's expert guidance. She was patient and provided many suggestions to improve our technique and knowledge. I highly recommend Meghna's class. read more

What a fun time! Meghna was such an amazing host and so knowledgeable in the art of Indian cuisine. My date and I had a great time learning about what Indian food actually is and how to prepare it. It was great chatting over wine, eating good food and meeting new people. A great experience for sure!!! read more

Megna, at Crimson Kitchen, is an inviting, warm, and informed Indian cooking teacher. She shares stories about Indian traditions and customs that pertain to all of the recipes. Plus, the evening is so fun while students eat, drink, and experiment with the recipes in a very warm home environment. I would recommend this class to all of my friends. read more

Warm hospitality throughout the class and good interactions with fellow students. It was nice to be in a casual setting other than a commercial kitchen. Enjoyed the knowledge & the bit of Indian cooking history that was passed on. Learned details about the different spices and their uses. Step-by-step instructions were easy to follow and the recipes were delicious. Would definitely love to take your class again. read more

I purchased the class with for my boyfriend as a Christmas gift. We both REALLY enjoyed the interesting history behind traditional Indian cooking shared with us by Meghna. We enjoyed the relaxed, intimate setting of her wonderful home and kitchen. She was informative, patient and put us at ease while talking and preparing our pre-selected dishes. Learning about the spices, their taste, aroma, origin and various uses was fascinating! Learning the importance of not trying to rush the prep and cooking the meal slowly . . . how the aromatics of the proper spice is as important as the taste of the final dish. Would absolutely recommend this event to anyone. Yvonne read more

Chef Meghna was gracious and wonderful, and we learned SO much about cooking. I not only loved every tip she gave us, but she also told us about the history of the food that I especially appreciated. I learned so much and would absolutely highly, highly recommend the class to anyone! read more