Curd Processing Experience from Tissamaharama

(SKU: LK7C350100) This workshop takes you on a delightful tour through the world of traditional buffalo curd making. Learn more about the lives of curd makers in the village.

Once you get to the curd makers’; you will be initially shown the various sections of the farm. You will then be starting your workshop with the milking process. The professional will show how the female buffalos are milked by hand. You may also get to try milking if they have a sedate buffalo. The milk will then be strained to remove scum and poured into a cauldron-like pot to boil while stirring. This boiling process takes two hours, but you will be able to move on to the next station after a quick stop as they will have the processes happening continuously.

A souring agent is then added to the boiled milk. Though buffalo urine was originally used for this purpose, it isn’t anymore; and other agents such as tamarind pulp, natural microbes, or a spoon of previously made curd are added. The milk is then poured into a reddish-brown clay pot of the required size, covered with paper, and left to set for over six hours. The pot helps in the curdling process. This is the most basic explanation, the process itself is not as simple as it sounds; and needs a very delicate balance of factors to prevent fungus growth ahead of its expiry.

Sample Menu

• Buffalo curd - The curd created from buffalo milk is thicker and creamier than that made from cow milk.


Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Do let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 03:00 PM
Duration: 1 Hour 30 Minutes
Start location: Saraii Village, Randunu Kele Watte, Weerawila, Hambantota District, Sri Lanka., A2, Wirawila, Sri Lanka

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Demonstration about the process of making curd.
• Service of an English-speaking guide.
• A bowl of freshly made curd and kithul treacle to try.

Not Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off.
• Food and beverages.
• Gratuities (optional).
• Expenses of personal nature.

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