Authentic Nepali Cooking Classes in Pokhara for Dal Bhat & Momo

From Our Kitchen to Your Heart...

Welcome to Dal Bhat/MOMO, a place offering authentic Nepali cooking classes in Nepal where traditional flavours come to life. Experience the essence of Nepal through its cuisine at Love and Light Nepali Cooking. At Love and Light Nepali Cooking, we are passionate about sharing the true taste of Nepal through simple, healthy, and delicious traditional food. One of our specialties is Dal Bhat and Veg Momo, prepared with love, care, and fresh ingredients, just like home. Through this hands-on cooking class, tradition, culture, and kindness come together for a truly special experience..

Food is not just what we eat; rather, it reflects our culture, traditions, and connection to family. Through our cooking, therefore, we aim to bring the warmth of Nepali kitchens to your plate. During each cooking class, we concentrate on one special Nepali dish per session. As a result, you will either prepare Dal Bhat or Momo, giving you the chance to fully dive into the cooking process. Since every dish requires careful attention, traditional methods, and time, learning and cooking just one dish can take almost three hours.

Authentic Nepali Cooking Classes That Create Real Impact

Edventure Nepal Charity offers immersive Nepali cooking classes, where travelers learn to cook traditional dishes while directly supporting children’s education and community welfare. These experiences combine hands-on cooking, cultural exchange, and responsible tourism. Therefore, your time in Nepal becomes both meaningful and memorable.

When you book a Dal Bhat or Momo Cooking class with Love and Light Nepali Cooking, you are not just learning authentic Nepali recipes. More importantly, you are contributing to a registered charity, “Edventure Nepal“ which has been working in the field of education since 2011.

Why Chose Us:

In our kitchen, we serve the real flavors of Dal Bhat/Momo right to your table. By using fresh ingredients, time-honored recipes, and a love for Himalayan flavors, we ensure quality, cleanliness, and great taste in every dish.

Whether you’re in the mood for comforting food or simply need a quick snack, we are ready to provide tasty, homemade meals you can rely on..

Authentic Nepali flavors.
100% vegetarian food.
Fresh and hygienic ingredients.
Traditional cooking style.
Simple, healthy, and tasty meals.
Individual, Small/Large group focused learning for better interaction.
Fully hand-on cooking sessions.

What's included in Our Cooking Classes:

Hands-on cooking session with step-by-step guidance.
All cooking ingredients provided.
Use of traditional Nepali cooking tools.
Enjoy a freshly prepared vegetarian Nepali meal.
Nepali cooking recipes.

Optional Experiences (choose your preference):

Local market exploration to discover Nepali spices, vegetables, and daily food culture.
Pick-up and drop-off service for a hassle-free experience.
Guests can choose with or without transportation and market visits, allowing flexibility based on time, interest, and budget.

Cooking for a Cause – Ethical & Responsible Tourism

Our cooking classes operate as a self-sustaining social enterprise known as Love and Light Nepali Cooking. Meanwhile, the initiative actively supports the long-term work of Edventure Nepal Charity. Through the savings generated from individual, small group, and large group cooking classes, we help cover essential expenses required for children’s wellbeing and education:

Children’s education fees.
Food and accommodation costs.
Essential living and learning expenses.
All logistics required.

By joining our cooking classes, you directly help pay the education and living bills of children supported by Edventure Nepal Charity.

Our Impact Since 2011

Since 2011, Edventure Nepal Charity has been supporting underprivileged children. What began with assistance for 12 children from a children’s home has grown into a long-term commitment to education and wellbeing. Over the years, this continued support has helped children build brighter and more independent futures.

Our achievements include:

All 12 children successfully completed secondary-level education

6 children completed high school.
5 children are currently studying at universities in the USA, Hong Kong, and Japan.
Continued support for education, food, and accommodation as needed

Together, these achievements demonstrate our strong belief that education is the most powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty.

School Support Program – What’s Next

Looking ahead, we are expanding our impact through a School Support Program that will assist 20 needy children by providing:.

Daily school lunch support.
Essential school materials and logistics.
Two sets of uniforms each year (summer and winter).

This program is designed to ensure children can attend school with dignity, nutrition, and the tools they need to succeed.

Learn Authentic Nepali Cooking. Support Children. Make a Difference.

By choosing Edventure Nepal Charity, you are taking part in responsible tourism in Nepal, learning authentic Nepali cooking while investing in the future of children and communities in need.

Book your cooking class today and experience Nepal through food, culture, and compassion.

Dal Bhat/MOMO (Love and Light Nepali Cooking) began with a simple love for traditional Nepali food and the deep emotions connected to it. In Nepali homes, cooking is not just a task, it is an expression of care, patience, and positivity. We believe food tastes best when it is prepared with love and light cooking, where good intentions, calm energy, and respect for ingredients come together.

Growing up with the comforting aroma of fresh dal, steamed rice, and homemade tarkari, we learned that Dal Bhat is more than a daily meal, it is nourishment for both body and soul. These meals were cooked slowly, shared with family, and filled with warmth. This philosophy continues in everything we do. As modern life became faster, we noticed many people missing the true taste of home-style Nepali vegetarian food. Processed food replaced simple meals, and mindful cooking was slowly fading. That inspired us to create a space where food is prepared thoughtfully, using traditional methods, fresh vegetables, and positive energy.

Our journey started in a small kitchen, following family recipes passed down through generations. We focus on love and light nepali cooking, meaning we cook with care, gratitude, and mindfulness, believing that food carries the energy of how it is made.

Momo, a favorite across Nepal, is also part of our story. From festivals to everyday moments, Momo brings smiles and connection. Our veg Momo are handmade daily, gently steamed, and served fresh, made with the same love and light that defines our kitchen.

Mission

Our mission is to preserve and promote traditional Nepali vegetarian food by providing healthy, homemade-style meals that everyone can enjoy.

Core Values

Authenticity – Staying true to Nepali traditions
Quality – Using fresh and natural ingredients
Simplicity – Simple food, rich taste
Respect – For food, culture, and customers.
Health – Balanced and nutritious meals

Vision For the Future

Our vision is to become a trusted name for authentic Nepali veg food, sharing the taste of Dal Bhat and Momo with people everywhere while keeping our culture alive.