Cooking is one of the simplest and most powerful ways we connect with food. Our sessions are designed to help you create nutritious, balanced meals using fresh ingredients, full of flavour and natural goodness, including vegan, vegetarian, and simple everyday home-style cooking.
Each class is hands-on, suitable for beginners and for anyone who wants to cook healthier meals and take better care of their wellbeing.
Perfect for small groups of friends, families, corporate groups, and community gatherings. We can host a session at your place or at a suitable venue. Book here – hello@anjudesai.co.nz
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What are these cooking classes about? These are demonstration classes where you can ask questions, learn about spices, and gain insights into Ayurveda and wellness for balanced meals. Our classes are holistic, focusing on vegetarian and vegan dishes, with options for Ayurvedic cooking and more. You will get a chance to help in cooking and give it a go as you would like to participate.
What is the experience of the teacher? Anju Desai, who will be teaching these classes, has a rich background in holistic cooking, influenced by her upbringing in an Ayurvedic household. Anju’s expertise encompasses traditional Indian cuisine, wellness, and balanced meal preparation. You can learn more about Anju on her profile page.
Where is the class hosted?
Classes are hosted at your preferred venue, or we can provide options and organise everything for you.
Can I pay during the class?
No, payment is required in advance to hold your place.
Should I pay the full amount in advance to make a booking?
Yes, please. The amount will vary depending on the subject, attendees, and menu.
What is the cancellation policy?
We have a no-refund policy. However, you may transfer your booking to someone else if you cannot attend.
Can I request a personalised one-on-one class?
Yes, please send us your request for a personalised session.
What is the minimum age to join the adult class? The minimum age is 14 years old.
Are photos permitted during the classes?
Casual snaps for social media tagging are okay.
Hi there!
It’s wonderful to connect with you here. As we become more aware of our mind-body-soul connection, we seek simple guidelines to understand holistic living. This involves mindful eating, daily mindfulness practices, and working on our manifestations. I was raised in an Ayurvedic holistic lifestyle and know how simplicity can create abundance for the soul and body. Let me help you change simple micro habits to create a soulful life or simply Join me at upcoming events.
With my passions for creativity, art, writing, coaching, and speaking, I’m excited to bring fresh and impressive ideas to your life. Let’s support our community together and bring the best out of them
Thank you for stopping by, and I look forward to catching up soon!
Hi Anju I saw you speak y’day at Her festival. Thank you for your story. As a single parent and survivor of domestic violence your story resonated very strongly with me. You have also inspired me to believe in the next chapters of life and that one can start afresh. I’m finally getting my strength and power back as an independent woman and your description of returning to your creativity and regaining your spirit and strength has stuck with me ever since your talk. Thank you so much. Your resilience humility honesty and self belief was intoxicating. You have given me a huge amount of faith that starting again isn’t a negative but a positive opportunity. Thank you so much xx Sarah
I was very inspired by your sharings and have really thought about the best action to demonstrate to my children. To be the inspiration for them as we are their role models so they be empowered to have healthy relationships in the future
Thank you very much and hope more people will get inspired by your story and thought and morels. 
