India is the 2nd largest country in the world by population (1.37 billion) and 7th by land mass, and its history can be traced back to 1500 BC.
In our explore India box, we introduce families and kids to basic information about the country and to Diwali (Festival of Light), one of the biggest and best known Indian festivals.Included in the box are 3 popular recipes, and educational materials to learn about the country's geography, history, music, art and language.
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If you prefer to skip the shelf stable ingredients in these recipes due to dietary concerns, choose no mixes. Many of our kits have options for people who prefer gluten free or vegetarian dishes.
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Have additional kids, how about extra INDIA flag pin and sticker- one for each child? 1 country flag pin 1 country sticker Note - no extra shipping fee when combined with explorer box. otherwise, there is shipping fee based on weight
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(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore India's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
(4 servings each)
(pre-measured sauces and spice blends)
(for fresh ingredients)
(explore India's food traditions and geography, including music, movies & books)
(including cooking videos, blogs, recipes)
These 3 popular Indian recipes serve 4 people. Additional spices and sauces or other add ons are available for larger families. Note - Click on recipe mixes for ingredients and nutritional facts.
This green curry is based on Nilgiri Chicken Korma, from the hilly region of Nilgiris in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. The traditional Nilgiri Korma uses fresh coriander, mint, green chilies and Indian spices.
Koftas (from Persian "kūfta", meaning pounded meat) are spiced meatball or meatloaf dishes found in Middle Eastern and South and Central Asian cuisines. This kofta meatball curry in a tomato masala sauce is from the state of Goa, on the western coast of the Indian peninsula.
Navratan Korma or vegetable korma is a creamy and flavorful curry created in the imperial kitchens during the Mughal Empire's Medieval period (1526 – 1707) in India. Mughlai cuisine has a great influence on Northern Indian, Bangladeshi and Pakistani cuisines. "Navratan" literally means "nine gems" which represents nine different vegetables, fruit and nuts used to cook the curry.
This green curry is based on Nilgiri Chicken Korma, from the hilly region of Nilgiris in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. The traditional Nilgiri Korma uses fresh coriander, mint, green chilies and Indian spices.
Koftas (from Persian "kūfta", meaning pounded meat) are spiced meatball or meatloaf dishes found in Middle Eastern and South and Central Asian cuisines. This kofta meatball curry in a tomato masala sauce is from the state of Goa, on the western coast of the Indian peninsula.
Navratan Korma or vegetable korma is a creamy and flavorful curry created in the imperial kitchens during the Mughal Empire's Medieval period (1526 – 1707) in India. Mughlai cuisine has a great influence on Northern Indian, Bangladeshi and Pakistani cuisines. "Navratan" literally means "nine gems" which represents nine different vegetables, fruit and nuts used to cook the curry.
INDIA, located in South Asia, is known for its vibrant culture, ancient history, and spiritual heritage. Home to over a billion people, it is a land of incredible diversity—from the snow-capped Himalayas to tropical coastlines. As the birthplace of major religions like Hinduism and Buddhism, India’s rich traditions, colorful festivals, and world-famous cuisine reflect a deep connection between history, faith, and everyday life. Indian cuisine is known for its rich, aromatic spices and bold, layered flavors, balancing savory, spicy, and sometimes subtly sweet notes in every dish. This kit makes those flavors approachable, even if you have never cooked Indian food before.
The recommended age for our explore box is 5 years old or older. All our cooking steps are rated by chef hats for complexity and safely, and there are steps for kids 3 or 4 years old to mix or whisk and still be helpful in the kitchen. Teenagers should be able to prepare the full meal by themselves.
We include organic ingredients whenever possible.It is not guaranteed.
All our dried spices are McCormick sourced quality that will last indefinitely. All our sauces are hot-filled and approved by Cornell Food Tech; they will last indefinitely if it is not opened. We don’t put a best by date because we believe in reducing food waste. If your mixes don’t look fresh, we will replace them right away! We produce a new batch of spice/sauce mixes every few weeks.
Yes, most of our packaging materials are recyclable. Just break down the boxes and recycle accordingly.
Overall rating: 4.383889 / 5 from 1589 reviews.
Explore INDIA (Family) offers a delightful introduction to India's culture, geography, and cuisine through engaging recipes and educational materials. Customers praised the variety and excitement of the box, the delicious and easy-to-follow recipes, and the overall experience. However, some noted challenges with obtaining certain ingredients.
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"So far so good. We accidentally used the wrong seasoning packet on our first meal, lol, but it was a great learning experience. So far everything seems easy to follow. I may have more thoughts after a few more boxes."
"We thoroughly enjoyed this Italy kit. It was thoughtfully put together and it makes for a really great few date nights! After doing our first one, we are both looking forward to cooking our next meal from our kitchen together!"
"I provided this to my clients after their cruise to France. They all loved it, and really thought it was unique. They also said that the chicken came out just like the recipe and was so moist and tasty."
"We have gotten all the kits from each country and our family really enjoys them! They're educational, not only for the kids but for us adults as well. The recipes bring us together as we learn facts about different countries, cooking techniques, and trying new food."
"It was such a great experience shopping for the ingredients together as a family and then coming home to cook it together! Such a great learning activity to add to homeschooling. My daughter is 4 and loved this whole experience! She got to learn about Greece too and then eat a dish we personally made. How fun is that!?"
"My 12y made Jamaican Curry. It came out delicious."
"Kids love exploring the world with this subscription. They love cooking the recipes. Instructions are easy to follow, and dishes are delicious! The passport and the flag pins are very exciting for them!"
"We got the apron and the cookbook, which is awesome, but we didn't get the 2 country boxes."
"I got my son the 6 month subscription to start and see how we liked it. So far we have enjoy each month. But all the months we have gotten have been countries from Asia and my son is started getting bored. I wish we would have gotten more of a variety of other countries. Overall we have enjoyed trying new recipes and foods that we wouldn’t have otherwise tried. I definitely would consider renewing our subscription in the future."
"My family and I made Chicken Bulgogi, Namul, and Bidnaetteok. It was all delicious and fun to make. Dak Bulgogi will be a new staple in our household. We love learning about different cultures and culinary experiences."
