The Great Indian Kitchen

What if your masala dabba (box) is more than just a box of spices? For generations, the Indian kitchen has been our first pharmacy — bringing together flavour, digestion, season and well-being. The Great Indian Kitchen uncovers the stories, science and wisdom behind the spices we use every day. In 3 hours, discover what India has always known about cooking beyond taste. #Yoga Programs #Health wellness courses #Ayurveda Courses #Yoga for Senior Citizens

Program Overview

The Indian kitchen has traditionally been much more than a collection of recipes. It is a space where food, flavour, seasonality, digestion and everyday wisdom come together. We grew up seeing spices added almost instinctively — ajwain after a heavy meal, ginger with changing seasons, cumin in everyday cooking, turmeric appearing in food and home remedies alike. Much of this knowledge travelled through families, not textbooks.

The Great Indian Kitchen brings us back to that everyday wisdom, helping us understand the spices we have always used — their taste, aroma, combinations, culinary role and their relationship with digestion, season and balance.

The program begins with the familiar masala dabba (box) and explores what makes the Indian kitchen unique.

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DAY 1 — THE SPICE BOX

  • What is an Indian Kitchen?
  • Anatomy of a Spice 
  • The 10 Essential Indian Spices 
  • Six Flavours of India 
  • Spice Personalities 
  • Closing Story 
  • Q&A / Interaction 

DAY 2 — FROM SPICE TO CUISINE

  • Recap + Spice Quiz 
  • The Art of Masala 
  • Science of Tadka 
  • India Through Its Spices 
  • Indian Kitchen & Digestion 
  • Five Everyday Spice Recipes 
  • Spice Myths 
  • Final Takeaways + Q&A 

Great Indian Kitchen Companion

Participants will receive the Great Indian Kitchen Companion — a beautifully curated digital guide pdf designed to bring the flavours, traditions and timeless wisdom of the Indian kitchen into everyday life.

From the Indian Spice Map and Masala Guide to Ayurveda & Food insights and 10 simple recipes, it’s a practical keepsake to inspire continued discovery, cooking and connection long after the experience ends.

It could contain:

  • The Indian Spice Map
  • The Masala Guide
  • The Indian Kitchen
  • 10 Simple Recipes
  • Ayurveda & Food

Who is this class for?

  • Anyone interested in Indian food, spices, and traditional wisdom
  • Home cooks and food enthusiasts
  • Yoga and Ayurveda practitioners
  • Wellness professionals
  • Anyone curious to understand Indian spices, flavours, and digestion
  • No prior knowledge required

Course Curriculum

The Great Indian Kitchen

Schedule

Day Time Title
10-10-2026 06:00 - 07:30 PM THE SPICE BOX
11-10-2026 06:00 - 07:30 PM FROM SPICE TO CUISINE

Meet Our Mentors

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar specializes in holistic healing techniques, in which he integrates Ayurveda, natural healing, diet, lifestyle, and yoga to provide correct tools for the body to self-heal. Over the past 20 years, he has worked with leading Ayurvedic organizations in the country like Maharishi Ayurveda, Devaaya, Jiva, Six Senses, Vana, and Vedary. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to practice alongside eminent vaidyas to gain expertise in diverse healing patterns. He combines Vedic knowledge with contemporary sciences to device a tailored treatment plan for his clients.

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar’s postgraduate research on holistic healthcare therapies helped him develop a system of healing based on the body’s capability to heal itself through diet and a balance of bio energies.

Dr. Pankaj Chansarkar believes in patient dignity and feels the best approach to treatment is through a partnership between the patient and the doctor. He connects with his patients at a personal level and coaches them every step of the way towards achieving their health goals.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Great Indian Kitchen program?

The Great Indian Kitchen is a two-day learning experience exploring the everyday wisdom of the Indian kitchen through spices, flavours, masala, tadka, digestion, seasonality and traditional culinary practices.

What will I learn during the program?

You will explore essential Indian spices, the six flavours, spice combinations, masala, tadka, regional culinary traditions, digestion, spice myths and everyday spice-based recipes.

Do I need any prior knowledge of Ayurveda or cooking?

No. The program is designed to be accessible to everyone, whether you are new to these concepts or already familiar with Indian cooking and traditional food practices. this is incorrect, basic beginner level familiarity with India style of cooking or Indian spices is expected

Will the sessions be recorded?

Yes. The session recordings will be available on your course dashboard for 3 months, allowing you to watch them at your convenience.

Will this program teach detailed cooking techniques?

The focus is on understanding spices, flavours, combinations and the wisdom behind Indian cooking rather than detailed, step-by-step cooking instruction.

Can I get my fee refunded?

Terms & Conditions apply:

Fees paid are non-refundable and will neither be adjusted nor transferred to any other program.

What will I take away from the program?

You will gain a deeper understanding of the spices and culinary traditions that make the Indian kitchen unique, along with practical knowledge that you can bring into your everyday cooking and food choices.

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