

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Cooking Through India with Chef John
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: 🌶️ Spice Route India: A Hands-On Indian Cooking Experience 🌶️
Bold spices. Vibrant flavors. A journey for your senses.

Step into the colorful, aromatic world of Indian cuisine in this exciting hands-on cooking class designed to demystify spices and build confidence in bold, layered flavors. From fragrant curries to freshly baked flatbreads, this experience brings the heart of India straight into the kitchen—no prior experience required.

Guided by Chef John Alunni, you’ll learn foundational Indian techniques, how to balance spices, and the secrets behind building depth and richness in classic dishes. Expect sizzling pans, intoxicating aromas, and plenty of tasting along the way!

👨‍🍳 What You’ll Learn
🌶️ How to toast and bloom spices for maximum flavor
🧄 Building curry bases with aromatics like ginger, garlic, and onion
🍚 Creating perfectly balanced sauces and sides
🫓 Mixing and cooking fresh flatbreads from scratch

Chef John will walk you through each step, sharing culinary tips, cultural insights, and practical techniques you can easily recreate at home.

🍛 Hands-On Menu
🍗 Chicken Tikka Masala
Tender, marinated chicken simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce—rich, comforting, and iconic.

🥔 Aloo Gobi
A classic vegetarian dish of roasted potatoes and cauliflower tossed with turmeric, cumin, and warm spices.

🍚 Fragrant Basmati Rice
Light, fluffy rice infused with whole spices for subtle aroma and flavor.

🫓 Fresh Garlic Naan
Soft, pillowy naan brushed with butter and garlic, cooked until golden and irresistible.

🥭 Mango Lassi
A refreshing yogurt-based drink blended with ripe mango and a hint of cardamom.

✨ Take Home
✔️ Printed recipes
✔️ A deeper understanding of Indian spices
✔️ The confidence to recreate bold, flavorful Indian dishes at home

👨‍🍳 Instructor: Chef John Alunni
🍽️ Format: Hands-On &amp; Demonstration

Come hungry, cook boldly, and discover why Indian cuisine is one of the most beloved and flavorful in the world. 🌶️✨
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/knoxville/cooking-through-india-with-chef-john/200029568980647
- **Event Categories**: food-drinks, cooking, workshops, art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 4

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://thecuttingedgeclassroom.com/class/cooking-through-india-with-chef-john/?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=knoxville-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Knoxville
- **state**: TN
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37923
- **lat**: 35.92118
- **long**: -84.0738
- **full address**: 150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37923

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- **organizer**: The Cutting Edge Classroom (https://allevents.in/org/the-cutting-edge-classroom/12088803)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 11 Apr, 2026 at 05:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 150 N Martinwood Road Ste 402, Knoxville, TN, United States, Tennessee 37923
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** The Cutting Edge Classroom
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** food-drinks, cooking, workshops, art
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Cooking Through India with Chef John ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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