Discover one of Jaffna’s most distinctive traditional dishes through a hands-on odiyal kool cooking experience. Guided by local culinary experts, learn how palmyrah root flour, spices and regional ingredients come together to create this rich and flavourful meal. Ideal for food lovers and cultural travellers, the experience combines traditional cooking techniques, local stories and the enjoyment of a freshly prepared bowl of odiyal kool.

Experience Highlights

• Prepare traditional odiyal kool alongside experienced local cooks
• Learn about its ingredients, cooking techniques and place in Jaffna’s food culture
• Share and enjoy the freshly prepared dish as part of a group cooking experience

What’s Included

• Welcome drink
• English- and Tamil-speaking local host or guide
• Guidance from local culinary experts
• All ingredients and cooking equipment
• Hands-on preparation of odiyal kool
• Freshly prepared meal
• Bottled water
• Cultural storytelling related to the dish

Additional Information

• Duration: Approximately 3 hours
• Starting Times: Morning or afternoon, subject to host availability
• Languages: English and Tamil
• Meeting Point: Selected local kitchen or an agreed location in Jaffna
• Accessibility: Suitable for beginners and travellers of different cooking skill levels. Please inform us in advance of any mobility requirements.
• Dress Code: Light, comfortable clothing and closed shoes are recommended.
• Dietary Information: Traditional odiyal kool may contain seafood and shellfish. Please inform us of any allergies or dietary requirements when booking.

Group Style: Private or small-group experience

Journe may reschedule the experience due to host availability, ingredient availability or other unforeseen circumstances.