Culinary Spice Story

Where every spice tells a story – of healing, heritage, and the warmth of a village kitchen

Step into the fragrant kitchens and lush gardens of the Western Ghats, where spices are more than ingredients — they are medicine, memory, and a way of life. Ekathra’s culinary-focused Spice Tour invites you to explore the deep and delicious roots of Kerala’s spice culture through the lens of flavour, healing, and heritage.

In this immersive journey, guests are welcomed into charming village homestays, where the warmth of local hospitality blends seamlessly with the aromas of cardamom, turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon, and clove. Every spice used in the kitchen has a story — one that often begins in the backyard garden and ends on a family table, carrying both culinary and medicinal wisdom passed down through generations.

Join cooking sessions led by home cooks and culinary experts, where you’ll learn traditional recipes that bring out the true character of each spice — from subtle, slow-cooked stews to fiery curries, spiced teas, and medicinal broths. Alongside, discover how these same spices are used in home remedies and Ayurvedic healing — often growing side-by-side in the same soil.

Throughout the experience, there are opportunities to walk through village spice gardens, visit bustling local markets, and engage in conversations with farmers, food artisans, and herbalists who bring depth and authenticity to every dish and drink.

This tour is a celebration of spice as culture — one that connects the land to the plate, the kitchen to the forest, and flavour to well-being.

Come hungry — not just for food, but for stories, for scents, and for the soulful traditions that turn every meal into a memory.