Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local in Mumbai
Mumbai, India

Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local

Outty Ranking 59 5.0 · 2 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $42

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59/100

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5.0/5

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Is Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local worth booking?

Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local is a 2-hour experience in Mumbai, India, from $42 per person. It scores 59 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 5/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
59 / 100
Rating
5/5 (2)
Duration
2 hours
From
$42 per person

Enjoy a private and authentic home-cooked meal with your host Dr. Madhuri in her home. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Madhuri is a dental surgeon and has been pra

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy a private and authentic home-cooked meal with your host Dr. Madhuri in her home. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Madhuri is a dental surgeon and has been practicing for 25 years. She lives with her husband, Vinayak, and two children, Ketki and Kunal, in their sprawling apartment in Prabadevi, which has spectacular views of the sea. She grew up eating fish and rice and later got married into a vegetarian family, so she enjoys cooking both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals. Apart from cooking and feeding her close ones, she also enjoys traveling, trekking, reading and watching movies. Madhuri learned most of her cooking from her mother-in-law, as she was married very young and as dedication of all of the recipes she learned over the years, she created a family cookbook for her mother-in-law’s 71st birthday, which is called Vaarasa (वारसा), which means ‘inheritance’.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private home-cooked meal with your host Dr. Madhuri
    • Alcoholic beverages
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Gratuities

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Mumbai

    ​Meet your host Dr. Madhuri at her home in Prabhadevi. Exact location will be shared upon confirmation. It is approximately 15 kms from Colaba and Andheri.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    ​Meet your host Dr. Madhuri at her home in Prabhadevi. Exact location will be shared upon confirmation. It is approximately 15 kms from Colaba and Andheri.

    Options you can book

    • Dinner

    • Lunch

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 6 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Traveling Spoon

    Know before you go

    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    Traveler reviews

    2 verified traveler reviews for Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    denisegJ6523OD · January 2024

    Harvest festival lunch

    Mumbai Magic Tour organised a driver to collect us from our hotel. Our dining hosts were delightful and very knowledgeable on nutrition and traditions. As we attended on a Hindu festival day, they prepared special food. It was very relaxed, good conversation and tasteful lunch. Thank you!

    via Tripadvisor

    constantinou2000 · March 2020

    Pure vegan delight

    We arrived at Reyna's lovely home in a very plush suburb of Mumbai and were immediately offered a refreshing healthy drink. Conversation with Reyna and her friends was captivating and so we took a while getting to the dinner table. Once there though, the food was delicious. A range of traditional vegan local dishes and desert were served alongside more interesting conversation.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $42 to $48
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 59

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)17
    Booking momentum (14% weight)13
    Value for money (12% weight)53
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)51
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Mumbai.

    How much does Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local cost?

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    Prices start at $42 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Mumbai usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Mumbai is not rushed.

    Is Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 59 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Mumbai, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Mumbai can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Mumbai and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Authentic Maharashtrian Home-Made Meal with a Local start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Mumbai within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Mumbai?

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    On Outty we rank every Mumbai experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Elephanta Caves & Island Guided Private Tour, Dharavi Slum Tour, Mumbai: Dharavi Slum & Dhobi Ghat Laundry Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Mumbai?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Mumbai?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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