Daana’scooking classes
Canberra is electrifying!
The ACT Government is collaborating with the team at Daana Indian Restaurant to run a series of FREE induction cooktop classes to help the community learn about the benefits of cooking with induction over gas. The first class of this series kicks off on Saturday 27 May 2023 and will be held at The Abbey, 26 O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
ALL CLASSES ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED.
Did you know:
- Induction cooktops have excellent energy efficiency, as over 90% of energy is transferred as heat to the cookware, in comparison to about 50% for gas.
- Cooking is incredibly fast and will bring a large pot of water to a boil faster than the best gas stove tops due to their direct method of heating.
- They are very safe. It is impossible to accidentally leave your induction stove top switched on after you’ve removed the cookware.
So, get set to learn about Indian cuisine in the best way possible at Restaurant & Catering Association of Australia’s 2022 Best Indian Restaurant! At these cooking classes, you will learn with Daana’s chef Sanjay, who was awarded ACT Chef of the Year 2020 by the Restaurant & Catering Association of Australia and chef Sunita ACT Businesswoman of the Year by Canberra Women in Business.
Book in your free spot today.
NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
Learn more about how ACT Government plans to electrify our city and transition away from fossil fuel gas by 2025.
Let’s COOK together with Chefs Sanjay & Sunita
Join chefs Sanjay and Sunita at Daana once a month to kindle your love for Indian cuisine- one of the great world cuisines with diverse ethnic subcultures and an endless repertoire of excitingly delicious curries and dishes.
In these classes, you’ll learn about spices – their fundamental qualities and how to extract their optimal flavour. The Chef duo will guide you in preparing the dishes and some accompaniments to round out your meal.
| Event size |
Limited to 24(12 cooking workstations of 2 persons) |
| Timing |
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM |
| Event Dates |
Saturday 27 May 2023Saturday 17 June 2023Saturday 22 July 2023 -FULLSaturday 26 August 2023-FULLSaturday 07 October 2023-FULLSaturday 04 November 2023-FULL |
NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
You will enjoy learning and interacting with the chef and others in this unique cooking experience.
We will cook in pairs in the class, and we recommend booking in groups of two. However, if you have an individual booking, we will pair you with a similar booking for the class.
Inclusions
- Hands-on Indian cooking experience with ACT Chef of the Year* leading you with instructions; the class and dining experience lasts for approximately 2.5 hours
- Explore the fundamentals of utilising spices and create delicious Indian dishes
- The freshest quality and authentic ingredients provided
- All equipment and aprons provided
- A chance to socialise and enjoy the fruits of your labour along with a complimentary beverage (wine, beer or soft drink) to wash it all down
- Valuable tips and tricks
- Class recipes provided electronically
- If you would like to request to cook a vegetarian option, please let us know in the Notes section of your Booking Form. The substitution will apply to the entire cooking station.
* Awarded by Restaurant & Catering Association of Australia
NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
CLASSES SCHEDULE
Malabar Chicken and Ghee Rice
Learn how to make this delectable mildly spiced Kerala-style Malabar Chicken curry and Ghee Rice at this masterclass. NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O'Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
All classes start at 11 am
Kashmiri Lamb Roganjosh
Master the art of blending spices to make the iconic Lamb Roganjosh with Saffron pulao. NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O'Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
All classes start at 11 am
Butter Chicken and Jeera Pulao
Enjoy a day with the fragrance of spices. Learn to cook all time favourite Butter Chicken to perfection and pair it with a mild-spiced Jeera Pulao. NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O'Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
All classes start at 11 am
Lentil Basics Master Class
Learn the art of making two different Dals (lentils) - Dal Makhani and Palak Dal. NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O'Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
All classes start at 11 am
Chicken Dum Biryani
In this master class, you will learn to make the iconic Dum Biryani. NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O'Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
All classes start at 11 am
Masala Dosa, Uttappam, and Sambar
The South Indian masterclass of making crispy Dosas, fluffy uttapams, and hearty sambar is every foodie's dream lesson! NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O'Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
All classes start at 11 am
Private Indian Cooking Group Classes
Do you want to host a private cooking class for office team bonding or develop a training event around cooking; or to simply share a special moment with family and friends?
Contact us and we will work together to create a unique custom experience just for you!
NOTE : Cooking Classes are held at The Abbey, 26 O’Hanlon Place, Nicholls, ACT 2913.
Contact UsWhat Our Guests Say
Theodore Leonidas Merkoureas on FaceBook
“Legit best Indian food in Canberra ♥.”
“This family business is amazing. The owners/staff are helpful, informative, and actually care about the food they are dishing out, and the people eating it. Every Saturday, they do a different region of India and foods that the area specialises in. Haven’t had a bad dish from here, don’t think I ever will! Must try for everyone!”
Pip Thompson on The Fork
“Always an absolute treat!”
“Going to Daana for thali is always an absolute treat. The food is beautifully prepared and the selection of dishes is perfection. No one else in Canberra offers such a selection, especially of vegetarian food. I can’t wait for my next visit to Daana!”
Neil Longmore on Google Business
“Not the tired formula Indian!”
“Very impressed, this establishment prepares Indian food to a standard rarely seen in Australia. So many Indian restaurants in this country simply follow a tired formula, but Daana presents regional variations with real skill that demonstrates a wide appreciation and knowledge of regional cuisines. We were visiting from Victoria and can’t wait to try out the Khatiawardi menu if it is on next time we visit family in Curtin.”
Sangeeta Parmeswaran on Facebook
“Amazing Experience.”
“We were visiting Canberra from Perth to see old uni friends. Growing up around authentic Kerela inspired South Indian meals cooked by my grandmother, we visited Daana during their “Onam” special weekend. Food was amazing and the experience came with so much warmth from the owners Sunita, Sanjay and the rest of their staff (banana leaf service with full typical Kerala menu of more than 20 items). It felt like a delicious home-cooked meal after a long time! Highly recommend if you are looking for good South Indian food in a cosy setting!”
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