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Host: Nanditha

Colombo, Sri Lanka

USD
$70-$99 per person

Sri Lankan crab curry feast in a local home

Host offerings
  • House
  • Home cook
  • Pets
  • Vegetarian
  • Alcohol
  • Transportation
  • Cooking class
  • Market visit
  • Food tour

Meet Nanditha

After finishing her graduate studies in India in 1986, Nanditha and her family moved back to Colombo where she worked for 8 years at The Lanka Oberoi now The Cinnamon Grand hotel. Then she started her confectionery business - Nandis Milk Toffee. Her husband is a hotelier as well (that is how they met!) and they excel at taking care of guests. Nanditha is a successful entrepreneur (running her home based confectionery company for the past 20 years now, home baker and mother of two. She loves to cook for friends and family and is known for her crab curry and home-style Sri Lankan meals. As they say, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree - Nanditha’s daughter is passionate about baking. The whole family loves animals and they have a very friendly terrier called Patiya. Nanditha has been cooking since she was 15 years old and ensures her family and friends are well fed!

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

In-home meal: (2-6 guests) Nanditha lives with her husband, daughter and two dogs in a beautiful home in central Colombo 5. Nanditha is very creative - visible when you visit her home - tastefully decorated with family photos, art, and paintings, some of which are hers! Warm with welcoming smiles, Nanditha and her family are hospitable hosts. Nanditha’s friends and family have often appreciated her cooking which led her to share her passion with those who want to learn more about Sri Lankan cuisine.

Sri Lankan crab curry is a delicacy and when made with the right balance of spices, coconut milk, moringa leaves, garlic, onion, ginger and lemon – it becomes a very special, memorable meal! This is what you can expect during a meal with Nanditha who personally buys crabs from her favorite vendor at the fish market. Over the years her crab curry has become Nanditha’s signature dish and she hosts a crab feast at least once every few weeks for friends and family. You will start your experience with an introduction to Sri Lankan home cooking and food traditions, as you sip on your welcome drink and snack on baked garlic and cassava chips. You will then head to the dining table to enjoy some delicious Sri Lankan crab curry that is eaten with roast bread, string hoppers, dhal curry (lentils) and red coconut sambol. You cannot leave without tasting Nanditha’s famed milk toffees, and a special dessert baked by her daughter. End your experience with some refreshing Sri Lankan ginger tea.

Cooking experience: (2-6 guests) Join Nanditha for a hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class in her home and learn to prepare her signature crab curry and red coconut sambol during this immersive two-hour experience. Before cooking, explore Nanditha’s rooftop garden, where she grows fresh organic herbs, chilies, curry leaves, and vegetables. Pick your own ingredients, including moringa leaves, to use in your crab curry and experience the true flavors of Sri Lankan home cooking. This class combines authentic culinary techniques with a meaningful experience, perfect for food lovers and travelers seeking a cultural immersion in Sri Lanka.

Notes: BYOB: travelers are welcome to bring their own alcohol.

Languages spoken: English, Singhala, Hindi

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Sri Lankan crab curry
  • String hoppers
  • Roasted bread
  • Dhal curry (lentils)
  • Red coconut sambol
  • Milk toffee
  • Daughter's special dessert
  • Ginger Tea

Traveler reviews

5.0 (1)
One of the best home cook food experience we had in all our tours around the world. Both Nanditha & Upal, her husband, are wonderful hosts and to add finger licking food. Must try for anyone interested in Eating Crabs! Highly recommend!!
- Ben November 24, 2025

Nanditha

$70-$99 USD

per person
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  • Credit card is not charged until the host confirms your booking
  • Private experience
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered $85 $70
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $99 $85
Transportation
 $10 per car
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered $85 $70
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $99 $85
Transportation
 $10 per car
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
In-Home Meal
 7:00pm-10:00pm
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 5:00pm-9:00pm

Meet Nanditha

After finishing her graduate studies in India in 1986, Nanditha and her family moved back to Colombo where she worked for 8 years at The Lanka Oberoi now The Cinnamon Grand hotel. Then she started her confectionery business - Nandis Milk Toffee. Her husband is a hotelier as well (that is how they met!) and they excel at taking care of guests. Nanditha is a successful entrepreneur (running her home based confectionery company for the past 20 years now, home baker and mother of two. She loves to cook for friends and family and is known for her crab curry and home-style Sri Lankan meals. As they say, the apple doesn't fall far from the tree - Nanditha’s daughter is passionate about baking. The whole family loves animals and they have a very friendly terrier called Patiya. Nanditha has been cooking since she was 15 years old and ensures her family and friends are well fed!

What to expect

Please note menu might vary. If there are particular dishes you are interested in trying, please include your request in the booking form.

In-home meal: (2-6 guests) Nanditha lives with her husband, daughter and two dogs in a beautiful home in central Colombo 5. Nanditha is very creative - visible when you visit her home - tastefully decorated with family photos, art, and paintings, some of which are hers! Warm with welcoming smiles, Nanditha and her family are hospitable hosts. Nanditha’s friends and family have often appreciated her cooking which led her to share her passion with those who want to learn more about Sri Lankan cuisine.

Sri Lankan crab curry is a delicacy and when made with the right balance of spices, coconut milk, moringa leaves, garlic, onion, ginger and lemon – it becomes a very special, memorable meal! This is what you can expect during a meal with Nanditha who personally buys crabs from her favorite vendor at the fish market. Over the years her crab curry has become Nanditha’s signature dish and she hosts a crab feast at least once every few weeks for friends and family. You will start your experience with an introduction to Sri Lankan home cooking and food traditions, as you sip on your welcome drink and snack on baked garlic and cassava chips. You will then head to the dining table to enjoy some delicious Sri Lankan crab curry that is eaten with roast bread, string hoppers, dhal curry (lentils) and red coconut sambol. You cannot leave without tasting Nanditha’s famed milk toffees, and a special dessert baked by her daughter. End your experience with some refreshing Sri Lankan ginger tea.

Cooking experience: (2-6 guests) Join Nanditha for a hands-on Sri Lankan cooking class in her home and learn to prepare her signature crab curry and red coconut sambol during this immersive two-hour experience. Before cooking, explore Nanditha’s rooftop garden, where she grows fresh organic herbs, chilies, curry leaves, and vegetables. Pick your own ingredients, including moringa leaves, to use in your crab curry and experience the true flavors of Sri Lankan home cooking. This class combines authentic culinary techniques with a meaningful experience, perfect for food lovers and travelers seeking a cultural immersion in Sri Lanka.

Notes: BYOB: travelers are welcome to bring their own alcohol.

Languages spoken: English, Singhala, Hindi

Sample menu

This is just a sample menu to give you an idea of the types of dishes the host cooks. Your menu will vary according to seasonal availability.
  • Sri Lankan crab curry
  • String hoppers
  • Roasted bread
  • Dhal curry (lentils)
  • Red coconut sambol
  • Milk toffee
  • Daughter's special dessert
  • Ginger Tea

Traveler reviews

5.0 (1)
One of the best home cook food experience we had in all our tours around the world. Both Nanditha & Upal, her husband, are wonderful hosts and to add finger licking food. Must try for anyone interested in Eating Crabs! Highly recommend!!
- Ben November 24, 2025
Pricing (per person)*
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered $85 $70
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $99 $85
Transportation
 $10 per car
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
1 person 2-4 ppl 5+ people
In-Home Meal
 Not offered $85 $70
Cooking Experience + Meal
 Not offered $99 $85
Transportation
 $10 per car
*Does not include 4% payment processing fee applied at checkout.
Experience Timings
 Lunch Dinner
In-Home Meal
 7:00pm-10:00pm
Cooking Experience+ Meal
 5:00pm-9:00pm
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