Vaksana Cooking School was created to preserve and share the culinary heritage of Lakshmi Paati, whose traditional village cooking touched the lives of family, friends, and everyone fortunate enough to taste her food. Though Lakshmi Paati is no longer with us, her recipes, techniques, and love for authentic cooking continue through Kasthuri Amma, who now carries forward her teachings and welcomes guests into this unique learning experience.
🌿 Camp Dates
July 4 & 5, 2026 – FULL
August 1 & 2, 2026 – 8 Seat Avalable
September 5 & 6, 2026 – Avalable
October 3 & 4, 2026 – Avalable
🌿 COOKING CAMP PRICING & OPTIONS
🎯 Choose Your Camp Experience
We offer flexible options for both day visitors and overnight camp
🌙 Overnight Stay Camp
A complete immersive farm experience. (Saturday 10 AM to Sunday 10 AM - 24 hours)
👦 Guest (per program): ₹ 7,500 + Taxes
(Limited-time pricing for early registrations)
We maintain small batch sizes to ensure personal attention and a safe learning environment.
👉 Reserve your seat early to secure the Early Bird price.
☀️ Day Visit Camp
Perfect for a fun-filled learning day at the farm. (Saturday 10 AM to 4 PM)
👦 Guest (per day): ₹ 6,000 + Taxes
📍 VENUE
Vaksana Farms
Guest House, One Mile Stop, Gingee Rettanai Road,
Rettanai Village, Tindivanam Taluk,
Tamil Nadu – 604306, India
Learn Traditional Village Cooking
At Vaksana Cooking School, guests experience the authentic flavors and cooking traditions of rural Tamil Nadu through hands-on, immersive sessions.
Under the guidance of Kasthuri Amma, participants learn:
Every recipe taught has a story and a connection to Lakshmi Paati’s culinary legacy.
The Lakshmi Paati Heritage Kitchen
The heart of the school is the belief that traditional cooking knowledge should not disappear. Many of Lakshmi Paati’s recipes were never written down. They were learned through observation, practice, intuition, and years of experience. Today, Kasthuri Amma preserves and shares these treasured methods so future generations can continue to enjoy and celebrate authentic village food.
Stay, Cook, and Experience Rural Life
Vaksana Cooking School is offered as a residential experience within the Vaksana Farmhouse. Guests can combine their stay with cooking programs designed for beginners, food enthusiasts, families, and travelers seeking authentic cultural experiences.
One-Day Cooking Experience
Two-Day Heritage Cooking Retreat
Meet Kasthuri Amma
For years, Kasthuri Amma learned, cooked, and shared a passion for traditional food alongside Lakshmi Paati.
Today, she continues that journey by teaching guests the recipes, techniques, and values that made Lakshmi Paati’s cooking so special.
Every session is guided by patience, warmth, and a genuine desire to preserve culinary traditions for future generations.
More Than a Cooking Class
At Vaksana, guests experience:
The experience connects food, farming, family, and culture in a way that modern cooking schools rarely can.
Ideal For
August Heritage Cooking Camp
Dates: August 1 & 2 2026
Choose Your Experience
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Perfect for local participants who want a focused cooking and cultural experience.
10:00 AM – 10:00 AM (Next Day)
A fully immersive experience that combines traditional cooking, farmhouse living, village food traditions, and meaningful conversations around food and culture.
Add a Cooking Experience to Your Farmhouse Stay
Already planning a stay at Vaksana Farmhouse? Enhance your visit by joining a cooking session with Kasthuri Amma. Whether you stay for a day or a weekend, you can add a cooking experience to make your visit truly memorable
Join us at Vaksana Cooking School and discover the joy of traditional village cooking—guided by the hand and heart of Kasthuri Amma.
What You'll Learn
Experience Includes
Overnight Camp Includes
Limited Seats
To ensure a personal and meaningful learning experience, participation is limited to only 10 members.
Come as a Guest. Leave as a Keeper of Tradition.
Cook, learn, stay, and become part of a living culinary legacy.