Mukti Banerjee

Sorry for posting this almost 2 years after I went to the class with Mukti. It was totally awesome! My wife and I love her so much. She was so patient and knowledgeable that it made the class totally worth it. And then the food was great! Love her, Love the food, definitely recommend this course to everyone!

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

The best. I love every single moment.

Ruth S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Kenneth B. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

I really enjoyed the experience! Mukti taught us a lot and was very receptive to all our questions. We got to smell, taste, and participate in every dish. It was a relaxed environment in which the three students in the class could chat while learning and cooking. Definitely recommend!

Mukti is so knowledgeable and a great cook, you will really benefit from her class and take home the history or love of cooking.

Unbelievable class! We learned so much and Mukti was so sweet and gracious!

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Meredith M. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti is a thoughtful, talented cook and teacher!

Food was good but I feel like for the money paid there should be more value. Just to clarify class is in a private house and everyone is helping preparing the same Meal

bruce p. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Stacy K. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Fun. Learned a lot. Food was fantastic. Mukti was great instructor. We learned alot about spices. So glad class was small. We got hands on opportunities to each get to make different things. Delicious food. Mukti really knew her techniques.

Hayley H. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

A really great class, loads of amazing tips. Would definitely recommend!

Mukti is fabulous! I would thoroughly recommend this class. Mukti generously shares her wealth of knowledge about Indian spices and cooking techniques, and I came away inspired. The class was relaxed, friendly, hands-on, and we all enjoyed the fruits of our labor at the end.

This was a great class with a superb teacher and EXCELLENT FOOD. If u like Indian food u should try this class. Definitely worth the money and time —SWEEEEET

Mukti is an awesome teacher and very informative. The dishes were delicious!

Mukti's class is the real deal! It has brought me so much joy this past week cooking with and for my family and friends, and I think all of the recipes will be weekly staples (at least until I can take another class listed on her website!) I’m so grateful to know I can prepare healthy organic and incredible tasting Indian meals at home with time and patience. I learned so much in the kitchen and was happy I could take a “treasure chest” of spices home for a reasonable additional fee. Check out her website and look out for the cookbook soon!

Joyce M. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

michael m. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti’s class was fabulous! I’ve always wanted to be able to cook vegetarian Indian food ( having been a vegetarian forever) but could never really get the spices right. I learned so much from Mukti’s class about using whole spices that I’m excited to try this on my own. And her cooking was better than any restaurant! Thank you!!

Frank B. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

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Diana G. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Stuart D. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti's class was fabulous! It was authentic, informative, hands-on - everything I had hoped for. Thanks Mukti!!

lisa v. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Excellent class, Mukti is a wonderful teacher. We learned to harness the power of spices and turn them into fantastic dishes. Highly recommended!

Great class! A fun stroll through the neighborhood for spice shopping and learning more about how to choose / find high quality spices. Finished up with some hands on cooking at Mukti's home to prepare 3 dishes - great concepts and basis for starting to experiment at home.

Great instruction. Not too much, not too little. Great food as well. I highly recommend this course.

Matthew S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

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Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

SATOKO F. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

This was one of the best classes I've ever taken, and I've taken a bunch (pottery, welding, glassblowing, stunt jumping, pie making etc.). Mukti is such a gracious host and her hospitality is soothing for the soul. She is knowledgeable, authentic, patient and sincere. Her food is a song in your mouth! She taught us about spices, what to look for; the stores to purchase these spices and the health benefits of many of the spices. We asked so many questions about the products in the stores and she took her time to explain everything. To quote her, "Pour your love into it and close the circle of the dish with the spice used for seasoning while cooking as a finishing touch on top-full circle." The dishes were amazing and the rice was so fluffy. I actually didn't want to leave her home- yes we were in her home! Additionally, the Indian spice company SWAD should sponsor her! In closing, this was a memorable experience (a memory) and I would give Muktiskitchen and Mukti my highest recommendation. I want to take more of her classes and am looking forward to giving this class as gifts to friends and family. It was an honor to meet such an amazing human and chef!

Mukti is warm, friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Not only did we learn recipes and techniques for cooking vegetarian Indian dishes, but Mukti also gave us general cooking tips and pointers. We highly recommend this class!

Very friendly and accurate description.

Meaghan M. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

I was I informed that I was going to learn how to cook lamb and shrimp and it turn that is was a began class, I thought that it was three students and we were ten any way I brought the spice box and I got the recepy for the vegan food. She is very nice lady.

Loved Mukti's class! She showed us the spices used in Indian food. More than that—she showed us how to choose the best quality spices and where to find them.

Melissa C. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

This class was perfection! We’ve taken cooking classes all over Europe - who knew the best would be in our own backyard?!? We’re telling everyone about Mukti, and picking out more classes to take from her. Are there more than 5 stars? She IS a star!

Stephane R. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Abhilasha S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Anonymous gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Absolutely loved this class! Mukti was sweet, warm and incredibly knowledgeable about Indian cooking. She shared tips and secrets as well as health benefits of the spices we used in the dishes. The food was tasty and fresh. After the class I felt more confident about Indian cooking and excited to cook the dishes at home.

Lovely lady, amazing food. She had great cooking directions and lots of little tips. The food tasted so different than Indian food in restaurants, so we're excited to cook more on our own. She's very sweet.

Wonderful and delicious experience!

This class was incredibly informative and educational! We learned A LOT of recipes and indian cooking secrets during our 3 hour class and received a great take away document with recipes and tips. Not everyone had the chance to get hands-on practice with each dish- we all took turns; however, I wish I had the chance to try cooking a bit of everything to help me learn. Mukti is very eloquent, knowledgable and passionate. She is a wealth of knowledge and will answer any questions you have! I was allowed to take photos but not take any videos.

Great class - Mukti was good at explaining the reasoning behind the ingredients/methods, and made cooking her dishes look really easy. We all ate the food we cooked together at the end of the class, and it was delicious.

Kathleen R. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Fantastic class! I went with my husband and we both learned a lot. The food was delicious!

Irene A. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Excellent cooking class. Kind Teacher. Mukti Makes it Look Easy. Nice Group. Delicious food. Fun evening !

Mukti is an enthusiastic, engaging and warm teacher. Her philosophy of life infuses her approach to cooking, and to engaging with people in her home through the course. It is a modest size kitchen in her own home so the space is tight for a group, and the opportunities to engage hands-on are limited. But everyone gets to be in on the action one way or another and food and experience are excellent.

Great class in a cozy home with a lovely instructor. Wonderful experience and really delicious!!!

paulina e. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

I traveled from Albany, NY to take the class, and it was well-worth it. Since the class, I have assembled all the necessary ingredients including spices and herbs. The class takes place in the instructor's home (you'll need to remove your shoes; consider bringing some indoor slippers to wear). I took several food photographs during the class (at various stages of the recipes). Mukthi is friendly and happy to answer questions about Indian cooking. She likes her ghee (clarified butter), but at my request, we kept the recipes vegan. I look forward to recreating the dishes at home (she provided our class with copies of the recipes including Mukthi's Masala). You may wish to go to her website: http://muktiskitchen.com/

This class was GREAT!!!!!!!! She is one of the kindest most authentic person you ever want to meet, she answered all the questions the group asked with a smile.... Not to mention the food was the best I have ever tasted, I will continue to go to her class...

Mukti is amazing and her cooking skills are unparalleled. You feel a sense of family when cooking along side her as she creates masterpieces from scratch with no short cuts! The end result is food that touches the soul. Highly recommended!

Laura D. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Victoria M. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

In Mukti's kitchen I was able to see, touch, smell, and taste the raw, freshly blended, and cooked spices. It was an evening for the senses. There were four of us with varying requests: two vegans, so no ghee; one sensitive to peppers, so only one dish with mildly hot spices. Given these constraints, Mukti taught us to cook healthy and absolutely delicious appetizers and main dishes.

It was a great experience. It was a hand on experience with clear instructions and a friendly atmosphere. I recommend this to anyone looking to experience with Indian cooking and learning more about spices

Christopher G. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

I enjoyed the course, the instructor, and the food, but the class was not as advertised. Two of the dishes were made with ghee and thus not vegan. Additionally, the course description of the dishes to be prepared did not match the dishes we actually cooked. A substitution is fine, especially given the nature of picking the freshest ingredients, but to advertise five dishes and only make four was disappointing.

Kassandra S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

My first cooking class and it was the best. Mrs. Mukti is a very passionate cook and I am so glad that I was in her class with other nice people. Thanks for all kind explanations(and secret recipes) and great conversations.

Mukti is a wonderful cook and teacher. She has a wide knowledge of cooking in general and was happy to answer all of our questions. We left having all the skills to make several dishes! The food was delicious. We'd definitely take another class with her again!!

Gina L. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti's cooking class was such an intimate experience in her loving home with such good people and energy. The dishes we made were some of the best I ever had in my life. What I loved most is her love for quality and everything being fresh and made to order : such as freshly grounding her spices used in her cooking, making the food the upmost flavorful and authentic tasting. I wish I can take this class five more times! You won't ever get this good of food in an Indian restaurant. Most of all, I love Mukti!!! Mukti has a background in biology which makes her a very special kind of cook. You can't get this experience from anyone else!

My husband and I enjoyed every minute of this experience. Mukti was warm and friendly and made us feel at ease instantly. The food, one word, delicious! We left feeling inspired and can't wait to try to make the dishes at home for our family and friends. Thanks Mukti!

Anonymous gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Suja M. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Rachel A. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Ariel P. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

I signed up and paid for this class, it was cancelled and has not been rescheduled.

Tracey C. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

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Melissa W. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti is a very gracious host and teacher. The menu was obviously thoughtfully organized so we could get the most instruction in the time allowed. Mukti is full of information that she shares freely. I learned a great deal and had good time.

kristin p. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti is a warm and generous teacher. She patiently explains everything to her students, leads them through the cooking process and provides great tips and notes. We learned exactly what we had hoped to. I absolutely recommend taking a class with Mukti!

Anthony V. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Cooking with Mukti is an AMAZING experience! I have always been intimidated by cooking Indian food (it just seemed too complex!). I signed up for Mukti's Spice Tour and she took us around the neighborhood and showed us how to recognize quality ingredients - we then returned to her home to actually cook a delicious meal. Mukti showed us cooking techniques that simplified the process - but my favorite part was her enthusiasm for the science behind the cooking. She didn't just show us what to do - she explained why we doing it. Aside from being knowledgeable, Mukti was extremely inviting (the cooking class takes place in her own kitchen) and fun to be around. Can't wait until her cookbook comes out and hope that I'll be able to return for another class soon! My only wish is that I had found her on her website instead of via coursehorse, as it would have been nice to have had the entire fee go to a small business owner.

Thank you Mukhti! We had a great time, the class was informative and the food - delicious! Mukhti, you are very warm and transcend your passion to your students, a pleasure to learn from I highly recommend this as a casual class or celebration!

I really enjoyed taking a cooking class with Muktai. It was a " hands on " class, and we were given full explanations for the way her food is prepared, and the health benefits from the using the spices in her food. Her instructions were very clear. We then shared the meal we cooked together, and had a lovely discussion post class. She sent us home with copies of the recipes we prepared that day, along with the opportunity to contact her with any questions. She is an excellent cook, her food is delicious. Muktai is very personable, and I would take another class with her, and would highly recommend taking class with her. Annette

Bought tickets for myself and a significant other to go and had a great time. Mukti is incredibly welcoming and made you feel at home. She was very clear and patient with all the participants and even made us have several good laughs. I loved this class and will be taking more now that I experienced what a great teacher Mukti is. I highly highly reccomend her courses!

What a wonderful experience! I learned so much and the food was delicious! Can't wait to take another class!

Alec G. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Gloria R. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Great intimate experience

Mukti is lovely and offers a nice experience in her Kitchen. I think this would be a great class for anyone's first forray into Indian cooking.

Mukti was wonderful! She made a very concerted effort to make sure that each of her 4 students were not only learning what they signed up for, but also having a good time. Would absolutely recommend the class to anyone!

Martin B. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Donna B. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti is a very talented cook. Although I found it a little difficult to follow as I am not accustomed to the spices and style of cooking, Mukti did a wonderful job complete with handouts and email follow up. I feel that i can contact her with any questions when I try my hand at cooking this style. I think the best part was that I learned many techniques that I can apply to all of my cooking. Some dishes are spicy but you can adjust that when you make your own.

Mike J. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mark J. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Nicole J. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti really takes you into her home and shows you how to make delicious Indian food from scratch.

Overall the course was good. The food was tasty and the host was very kind and explained everything.However we felt the host could make improvements: - House was a little shabby and there was an unpleasant smell as one enters the living room. - There was an old dusty fax machine by the dining table. - Mixtures had been left in the blender from a previous class. - Guests were asked to leave abruptly

Amar D. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

The lamb biryani class taught by Mukti was really a great experience. It was a very much hands on class and Mukti is very patient and encouraged lots of questions. The end result was a delicious meal of four dishes!

Sandy A. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Myriah Z. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti was great and an excellent teacher. My first time cooking Indian after this was a huge success! Thanks!

Natacha V. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

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Marie K. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

IT WAS AMAZING!!!! I was like catching up with old friends. The instructions was nicely put together. It was easy and being able to enjoy the fruit of your labor was a major plus. I wasn't a fan of Indian food, but now knowing the work and love that goes into it, I am hooked. Thanks Mukti!!!

Be prepared for a hands on learning experience. I got the course as a birthday gift for my mother and I; she enjoyed everything from start to finish. Chef Mukti welcomed us into her home with tea and delicious food. I recommend this class to every home cook looking to expand their party menus.

Wonderful instruction! Mukti was incredibly helpful both with dishes and advice on where to buy spices.

Elaine F. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Thoroughly enjoyed this course! Mukti took the time to give us tips and tricks to make Indian cooking enjoyable and fun. The food we made was delicious! Can't wait to try out her other classes.

I give this class 41/2 stars. Mukti was very knowledgeable and friendly, and the food tasted great. The food we made was slightly different to what was advertised, but it was all amazing.

Keren M. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Rachel G. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Great class, Mukti did a wonderful job of explaining how to recreate dishes in your own home--where to get ingredients, how to store them, and why. The food was great and we all had a good time, but she really wanted to make sure that we could take what we learned back to our own kitchens. Highly recommended.

Helena W. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Chelsea W. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Jenna M. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Great class. Six people was the max. Very hands-on. Made Indian food less intimidating to cook. The chicken tikka masala it was amazing. And the rice dish was amazing. We toasted and ground all of the spices. It was very authentic and really good. Mukti is kind and passionate about her work. It was a great night.

Mukti was a great instructor and the finished product was probably the best tasting Indian cuisine I've ever had. I'd highly recommend for couples or anyone who likes to learn in more intimate settings.

Shivani M. gave this class 2 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti was very knowledgeable and has a great friendly manor to her teaching style. Her class was well worth it.

Janet N. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

The food was great and mukti is an excellent teacher. I would definitely recommend her and definitely will be coming back.

Meghan P. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mutki's class was a real treat! She taught us the key secrets to achieving the optimum flavor a of northern indian food. She answered all our questions and had us participate. It was a very intimate casual setting which was very enjoyable. I'd definitely recommend her class!

Svetlana L. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti was great. She taught me things about cooking in general that can be used for anything. She was helpful and easy to follow.

Beth P. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Bridget R. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti is an incredibly patient teacher. She is extremely passionate about cooking and allows you to be hands-on during class. I learned a lot and plan to return very soon.

Vincent S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

i enjoyed meeting the instructor and the other attendees. I liked going to the store and hearing about the brands names and how to compare products by color and type. I would recommend the class to anyone interested in learning the basics of Indian style cooking

Incredible cook! Very clear step by step Extremely knowledgable with food and nutritious Very friendly and great environment. Murk I makes you feel as if you are in your own kitchen. Loved the class so much. I highly recommend it. MAHA Ziadeh

evelyn K. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Jeffrey S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Patricia O. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

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dariany S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Food was the best Indisn I've ever had in my entire life. Mukti is an excellent teacher. Highly recommend this course!

Felix P. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Stephen S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Great experience. Intimate and informative.

The class with Mukti gave me a lot of helpful insights into Indian Cooking, inspired me with ideas for creating delicious food, was a lot of fun and the meal at the end was one of the best Indian meals I've ever had.

Anonymous gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Gary M. gave this class 4 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

champa b. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Amy G. gave this class 3 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

She's an amazing cook! Her shrimp dish was phenomenal. She takes her time teaching everyone about the benefits of the spices she uses and breaks down exactly how how to prepare each dish. It truly was a great experience.

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Anonymous gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Jessica H. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Jessica S. gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Andrew Rea gave this class 5 out of 5 CourseHorse stars.

Mukti was incredible! She is such a warm soul and took so much care to ensure we fully experienced not only the ingredients and process of cooking the dished but also the love that made the meals that we cooked so incredibly delicious. I would recommend this class (and Mukti especially) to anyone who loves cooking, as this was an amazing experience that we have been recommending to all our friends since we left. We look forward to our next class (of many more) with Mukti.