Sharmini Thomas, originally from Kerala, is a York-based Cookery Tutor who began conducting Indian Cooking Classes through City of York’s Adult Education over 20 years ago. In the year 2010, she decided to take the reins and start her own cookery school which led to the conception of Sharmini’s Inspirational Indian Cuisine.
With a deep passion for traditional Indian recipes, Sharmini masterfully integrates time-honored methods, guaranteeing that each dish resonates with authentic flavors, staying true to its ancestral roots.
Sharmini’s broad expertise in authentic Indian curries stems not only from her years of teaching but also from the rich culinary heritage that was passed down to her especially from her mother and grandmother. It comes as no surprise that her work has been recognised across the UK earning her the title of “The Curry Queen” as quoted in an article in the Sunday Times.
Renowned for her delicious authentic curries, Sharmini has bested some of York’s top Indian Chefs including Bengal Brasserie, Jaipur Spice, and Rafi’s Spice Box by winning The Yorkshire Vision Curry Contest. Her curry was voted by 95% of the public as being in the top three.
Over the last 20 years, Sharmini has been demonstrating her authentic Indian recipes at the York Food & Drink Festival, championing the practice of savoring fresh home-cooked delicacies made from local produce.
Sharmini Thomas, Indian cookery guru, will be demonstrating Curries from Food Paradise-Kerala, India. ‘Experience the journey of creating authentic flavored curries from the land of spices Kerala with fresh and locally sourced Yorkshire produce’.
Sharmini’s recipes are designed to be adapted to one’s individualistic choices. Whether you’re a non-vegetarian, vegan, lactose intolerant, allergic to nuts, you can rest assured that Sharmini will help you find a way to make room for Indian cooking and dishes in your life. Sharmini also provides a deep insight into the origin and health benefits of spices – something often overlooked by many experts.
In addition to running her regular workshops, Sharmini also conducts bespoke cookery events on request. Her Psychology and NLP and Mindfulness qualifications coupled with her wide culinary repertoire has enabled her to conduct several group events focusing on Team building, Mental Health and Mindfulness.
More recently, her latest recipes are being featured on YouTube and Facebook, and are being developed further, to reach a broader audience who might not be able to physically attend her cooking seminars.
You can follow Sharmini on Instagram, Facebook, Youtube, Twitter & LinkedIn for recipes, updates on classes or even to have a friendly conversation.
Qualifications:
City and Guilds 7307 Further and Adult Education Teachers’ Certificate
Certificate in Home Science
Food Hygiene Certificate
Safeguarding Awareness Training
Certificate on Vegetable carving
Degree in Psychology
Practitioner in Neuro – Linguistic Programming
Certificate in Life Coach
Practitioner in Mindfulness